Support Groups in Jackson County, MO

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Transgender and Gender Non Conforming Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LSCSW, LCSW
"For teenagers ages 11-18, this group focuses on teens who identify as gender non conforming or transgender. This is a safe place to explore emotions and feel accepted and cared about. "
(913) 826-6680
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64131
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Mixed gender psychotherapy group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"Group psychotherapy can be an extremely effective treatment because it offers an opportunity to receive assistance from both others who have had similar experiences and a trained professional simultaneously.l "
(816) 482-3289
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64112
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Anger Management (Telehealth Only)
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLMFT
Verified
Verified
"Anger management centers on a few basic ideas based on both attachment and emotional intelligence. The goal of the class is to help navigate these areas and increase communication in a positive and effective way. This class needs to have ..."
(816) 330-2739
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Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64064
SMART
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
"Self Management And Recovery Training "
(816) 408-3929
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64134
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Substance Abuse Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
"Provide group counseling as part of a dual diagnosis treatment plan in an outpatient substance abuse program for adults with a variety of substance abuse issues and mood, anxiety and personality disorders. Facilitate group psychoeducation: addiction, mood disorders, anger management, ..."
(816) 565-4270
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64112
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Rise Up! Teen Support Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S, CDWF
Verified
Verified
"Rise Up! TEEN SUPPORT GROUP This group is specifically designed for teens to build skills of resiliency, gain insight into thoughts, behaviors and feelings and increased confidence. Through building a sense of community, teens can move from "I thought it ..."
(913) 270-6738
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64109
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LGBTQ Teen Support Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified
Verified
"This is a safe place for LGBTQ teens to openly tell their stories and be supported in all stages of their journeys. Come meet your new tribe members and learn to be your authentic self in a world of masks. ..."
(660) 218-1332
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Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64063
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Mothership (Perinatal Mental Health Support Group)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, PLPC
Verified
Verified
"Mothership [mothers + allyship] is designed to be a safe space for education, support, connection + community for new mothers. The goal of Mothership is to facilitate open and honest conversations on the vast amount of issues new mothers face, ..."
(816) 253-6988
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Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64081
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Photo of Jerald Payne, LSCSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Jackson County, MO
Men's depression and anxiety therapy group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
"This group is a place for men to work on managing their anxiety and/or depression and how it affects their personal, romantic and work relationships, as well as overall functioning in all domains. This group meets on Tuesdays at 6pm. "
(816) 839-9448
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64111
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Sunflower Psychological LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LSCSW, CCATP, CIMHP
Verified
Verified
"Mental health professional who brings a host of experience and specialty areas to clients, partnering for the best possible outcomes for your best living. "
(816) 312-5992
Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64064
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EMDR Consultation Group for Professionals
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, BSN, RN, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
"I provide EMDR Consultation in person and via telephone. Contact me to ask about the scheduling options. "
(816) 527-8891
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Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64064
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Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified
Verified
"This IOP is covered by most insurance plans. The small intimate group setting safely addresses Teen issues related to self image, substance abuse, depression, social anxiety, and other young adult stresses. One night a week includes the family members. Most ..."
(816) 892-2591
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Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64081
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Sleep Well Group
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
"The CBT-I group will be beginning in late 2021! It's a 6-week program dedicated to helping you reduce symptoms of insomnia through psychoeducation, sleep consolidation, and much more. We use your sleep data to create an individualized sleep plan. The ..."
(816) 339-8548
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64111
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Brené Brown: The Daring Way: Show Up, Be Seen...
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
""The Daring Way": Show Up, Be Seen, Live Brave(tm) The Daring Way has a primary focus on developing shame resilience skills and a courage practice of wholehearted living that quiets your inner critic, embraces your imperfections, shows compassion towards yourself ..."
(816) 249-2986
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64111
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Therapy/support group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
"THE GROUP CONSIST OF TWO THERAPISTS WITH A MINIMUM OF SIX CLIENTS The focus is personal issues and relationship concerns. The aproach is primarily gestalt therapy based with an emphasis on problem solving and insight "
(816) 607-3367
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64111
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Mental Toughness Crash Course
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified
Verified
"This group is for athlete's to build the skills necessary to become more mentally tough. The group will give you the basic skills to raise your confidence, control fears, and address limiting beliefs. Athletes will overcome mental roadblocks and play ..."
(816) 920-0007
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64114
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Empowerment and Connection: Women's Autism Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MA , LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
"This group will provide support, skills, and resources for women with autism. These sessions are aimed at providing a safe and intimate space for group members to explore and share their experiences navigating a neurotypical world as a neurodivergent woman. "
(816) 203-1448
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64110
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RO-DBT Weekly Skills Class
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"All participants receive a 30-week manual with information and skills specific to overcontrol. We cover these materials each week in class. Classes can be attended on their own, without individual therapy. $50 per 90 minute class. "
(913) 393-9732
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64111
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Sexual Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, CST, CST-S
Verified
Verified
"Individuals who may benefit from this group include gay, bisexual or heterosexual men who: identify as sex addicts, feel out of control involving partnered or solo sex; have symptoms involving consensual sexual urges, thoughts or behaviors; feel motivated to improve ..."
(816) 925-9509
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64114
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Adult DBT Aftercare Process Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"This group is perfect for individuals who have completed a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program and want continued reinforcement of skills and support. This process group helps members to individualize interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation and coping skills learned in previous ..."
(816) 327-9469
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Group meets in:
Kansas City, MO 64110

What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Jackson County Support Groups and Group Therapy both offer a safe place to explore important issues. It is important, however, to understand the difference between the two.

Group therapy in Jackson County is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.

Support groups in Jackson County are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.

Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.

Is Group Therapy Right For You?
Group therapy in Jackson County allows you to benefit from the experiences and sharing of others. Listening to others, and recognizing what you have in common, allows you to learn about yourself. In the group environment, where therapy types such as Mindfulness Based group therapy are used, you can recognize aspects of yourself that you may choose to modify or change.

As other members share about their lives, you might see your own experiences or see patterns you hadn’t noticed previously. The group allows you to better understand issues you might not have noticed before.

Hearing the stories of group members gets you outside of yourself and helps you see your life differently. As you do that, a process of self-acceptance and empathy for others occurs as you learn to relate with others in the group.

Group therapy and support groups in Jackson County can also be a less expensive alternative to individual therapy. While you should check with your insurance company, you’ll often find that therapist led group psychotherapy is covered, while peer-led support groups are not. Either way, group session costs are generally less expensive than individual therapy.