Support Groups in Lees Summit, MO

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Coming soon!
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified
Verified
"Groups are being developed and more details will come soon! "
(816) 203-1490
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Lees Summit, MO 64064
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"Am I Hungry?" 8 week workshop
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
"This 8 week workshop on Mindful Eating is based on a non diet approach to weight loss/management. The series was developed by Dr. Michelle May, a reformed yo-yo dieter, and author of the award winning book, "Eat What You Love, ..."
(816) 974-6662
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Lees Summit, MO 64063
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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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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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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
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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
Waitlist for new clients
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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
Waitlist for new clients
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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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Prepare and Enrich
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLMFT
Verified
Verified
"I am a prepare and enrich certified clinician. This involves clients taking the assessment for $35 plus the cost of weekly sessions as well as any workbooks or cards clients may decide to purchase. This class needs to have 5-6 ..."
(816) 330-2739
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Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64064
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Pet Loss Grief Group (currently suspended)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPL
Verified
Verified
"So often our pets are Family Members. They love us unconditionally and give us their very all. As companions, they fill in the places where our people leave off. When we lose that beloved pet, our world is sad. And ..."
(816) 565-4958
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Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64063
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Asperger Spouse Support Group
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, LCMFT
Verified
Verified
"Purpose: To share resources, issues, and sugestions with others who are dealing with the same issues. "
(913) 667-7149
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Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64082

More Groups Nearby

Photo of Janie Kilmer, Licensed Professional Counselor in Lees Summit, MO
"Am I Hungry?" 8 week workshop
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
"This 8 week workshop on Mindful Eating is based on a non diet approach to weight loss/management. The series was developed by Dr. Michelle May, a reformed yo-yo dieter, and author of the award winning book, "Eat What You Love, ..."
(816) 974-6662
View
Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Photo of Hawthorne Counseling Llc Susan Andree, Licensed Professional Counselor in Lees Summit, MO
Coming soon!
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified
Verified
"Groups are being developed and more details will come soon! "
(816) 203-1490
View
Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64064
Photo of Chris Cobb, Licensed Professional Counselor in Lees Summit, MO
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
View
Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64081
Photo of Cheryl Graves, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Lees Summit, MO
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
Photo of Nina Escobar-Petersen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Lees Summit, MO
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
View
Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Photo of Mint Family Therapy, Pre-Licensed Professional in Lees Summit, MO
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
View
Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64064
Waitlist for new clients
Photo of Kaitlyn Lickteig, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Lees Summit, MO
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
View
Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64081
Waitlist for new clients
Photo of Judy Gardner, Licensed Professional Counselor in Lees Summit, MO
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
View
Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64064
Photo of Doris House LPC, PC, Licensed Professional Counselor in Lees Summit, MO
Pet Loss Grief Group (currently suspended)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPL
Verified
Verified
"So often our pets are Family Members. They love us unconditionally and give us their very all. As companions, they fill in the places where our people leave off. When we lose that beloved pet, our world is sad. And ..."
(816) 565-4958
View
Group meets in:
Lees Summit, MO 64063

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What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Lees Summit 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 Lees Summit 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 Lees Summit 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 Lees Summit 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 Lees Summit 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.