Support Groups in Reno, NV
8 week series, 1.5hr each, women's group 18+ 2 groups a month, every other week. We will be discussing, analyzing and gaining more tools, recognition and strategies in communication, boundaries, codependence, and disempowerment. The first group of the month is self analysis and definition of the topic and the second group is working on the recognition/strategies/tools/skills of how to empower ourselves and interact differently with the information provided in each group.

8 week series, 1.5hr each, women's group 18+ 2 groups a month, every other week. We will be discussing, analyzing and gaining more tools, recognition and strategies in communication, boundaries, codependence, and disempowerment. The first group of the month is self analysis and definition of the topic and the second group is working on the recognition/strategies/tools/skills of how to empower ourselves and interact differently with the information provided in each group.
Our unique and supportive group best described by one member is like “taking off the heavy chainmail”. This is a psychosocial group but facilitated by a licensed clinician certified as a Specialist in Autism Spectrum Disorder. Group includes two mentors with an ASD diagnosis to support members in organizing social engagements and activities outside of the group. We are very protective of our milieu and all group members are required to attend a onetime intake with a licensed clinician before attending. Members can expect to experience a supportive and inclusive environment where each member is valued individually. Food is provided at all of our session.

Our unique and supportive group best described by one member is like “taking off the heavy chainmail”. This is a psychosocial group but facilitated by a licensed clinician certified as a Specialist in Autism Spectrum Disorder. Group includes two mentors with an ASD diagnosis to support members in organizing social engagements and activities outside of the group. We are very protective of our milieu and all group members are required to attend a onetime intake with a licensed clinician before attending. Members can expect to experience a supportive and inclusive environment where each member is valued individually. Food is provided at all of our session.
Our group will be facilitated by our licensed clinician who has years of experience with ASD. The purpose of the group is to allow those with ASD to come together and be able to meet others in similar circumstances, and to create a supportive community milieu. Peers will check in at the beginning of each session and share struggles, concerns or anything else they wish. The focus of each group will depend on many factors but will remain on the groups participants. It is my clinical impression that those on the spectrum respond much better in a group setting.

Our group will be facilitated by our licensed clinician who has years of experience with ASD. The purpose of the group is to allow those with ASD to come together and be able to meet others in similar circumstances, and to create a supportive community milieu. Peers will check in at the beginning of each session and share struggles, concerns or anything else they wish. The focus of each group will depend on many factors but will remain on the groups participants. It is my clinical impression that those on the spectrum respond much better in a group setting.
Memor Health is full service mental health clinic with highly qualified therapists and psychiatrists. We work together with psychotherapy and medication management to help you move towards balance and clarity in your life.

Memor Health is full service mental health clinic with highly qualified therapists and psychiatrists. We work together with psychotherapy and medication management to help you move towards balance and clarity in your life.
The Adolescent Emotional Skills Group is for teens who struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety and more. Discussion focuses on behaviors that often interfere with personal relationships, academics an general life satisfaction. The group teaches skills that impact: Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation and Interpersonal Effectiveness.

The Adolescent Emotional Skills Group is for teens who struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety and more. Discussion focuses on behaviors that often interfere with personal relationships, academics an general life satisfaction. The group teaches skills that impact: Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation and Interpersonal Effectiveness.
You are invited to experience SoulCollage®, a process of engaging your inner knowledge through creative expression. No art experience required, just curiosity and willingness to explore your inner self. SoulCollage® is a creative and transformative process in which you create your own personal deck of collaged cards.

You are invited to experience SoulCollage®, a process of engaging your inner knowledge through creative expression. No art experience required, just curiosity and willingness to explore your inner self. SoulCollage® is a creative and transformative process in which you create your own personal deck of collaged cards.
While you might countdown to retirement, rarely is the transition (or reality) of it is what you were expecting. Sometimes having time on your hands without the distraction of work highlights all the personal and family issues you had been able to put on the back burner, before. You're not alone, and this group is a place to discuss the myriad of issues that keep you up at night. This group is not open to the public, I need to meet with you at least once privately before attendance.

While you might countdown to retirement, rarely is the transition (or reality) of it is what you were expecting. Sometimes having time on your hands without the distraction of work highlights all the personal and family issues you had been able to put on the back burner, before. You're not alone, and this group is a place to discuss the myriad of issues that keep you up at night. This group is not open to the public, I need to meet with you at least once privately before attendance.
Unbreakable Us is a trauma support group designed to help survivors heal through connection, understanding, and resilience. The group provides a safe, confidential space where individuals can share experiences, process emotions, and learn healthy coping strategies without judgment. Members support one another while building confidence, trust, and emotional strength. Guided by compassion and empowerment, the clinician encourages personal growth, and recovery from past pain. Through discussion, encouragement, and therapeutic activities, participants discover they are not alone in their healing journey. The group’s mission is to transform survival into strength and remind every member that healing and hope are possible.

Unbreakable Us is a trauma support group designed to help survivors heal through connection, understanding, and resilience. The group provides a safe, confidential space where individuals can share experiences, process emotions, and learn healthy coping strategies without judgment. Members support one another while building confidence, trust, and emotional strength. Guided by compassion and empowerment, the clinician encourages personal growth, and recovery from past pain. Through discussion, encouragement, and therapeutic activities, participants discover they are not alone in their healing journey. The group’s mission is to transform survival into strength and remind every member that healing and hope are possible.
Our unique and supportive group best described by one member is like “taking off the heavy chainmail”. This is a psychosocial group but facilitated by a licensed clinician certified as a Specialist in Autism Spectrum Disorder. Group includes two mentors with an ASD diagnosis to support members in organizing social engagements and activities outside of the group. We are very protective of our milieu and all group members are required to attend a onetime intake with a licensed clinician before attending. Members can expect to experience a supportive and inclusive environment where each member is valued individually. Food is provided at all of our session.

Our unique and supportive group best described by one member is like “taking off the heavy chainmail”. This is a psychosocial group but facilitated by a licensed clinician certified as a Specialist in Autism Spectrum Disorder. Group includes two mentors with an ASD diagnosis to support members in organizing social engagements and activities outside of the group. We are very protective of our milieu and all group members are required to attend a onetime intake with a licensed clinician before attending. Members can expect to experience a supportive and inclusive environment where each member is valued individually. Food is provided at all of our session.
Begin healing from perinatal loss and grief while surrounded by understanding individuals facing similar circumstances. This free support group is intended for individuals struggling with miscarriage, stillbirth, SIDS, early infant death, molar pregnancies, and other perinatal complications. All are welcome.

Begin healing from perinatal loss and grief while surrounded by understanding individuals facing similar circumstances. This free support group is intended for individuals struggling with miscarriage, stillbirth, SIDS, early infant death, molar pregnancies, and other perinatal complications. All are welcome.
A 9-week therapeutic tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) group facilitated by a certified therapeutic game master. No prior gaming experience is needed and all supplies are provided. Participants will create characters and collaboratively engage in a guided narrative, using role-play to explore themes like identity, problem-solving, and interpersonal dynamics in a supportive environment. This group offers a creative, structured space for insight, connection, and emotional growth.

A 9-week therapeutic tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) group facilitated by a certified therapeutic game master. No prior gaming experience is needed and all supplies are provided. Participants will create characters and collaboratively engage in a guided narrative, using role-play to explore themes like identity, problem-solving, and interpersonal dynamics in a supportive environment. This group offers a creative, structured space for insight, connection, and emotional growth.
Lifeworks group focuses on improving social skills, helping people deal with a range of issues such as anger, shyness, loneliness, loss, relapse prevention, and low self-esteem. We tackle communication, assertiveness, and boundary issues in a safe, caring and confidential environment.

Lifeworks group focuses on improving social skills, helping people deal with a range of issues such as anger, shyness, loneliness, loss, relapse prevention, and low self-esteem. We tackle communication, assertiveness, and boundary issues in a safe, caring and confidential environment.
Our unique and supportive group best described by one member is like “taking off the heavy chainmail”. This is a psychosocial group but facilitated by a licensed clinician certified as a Specialist in Autism Spectrum Disorder. Group includes two mentors with an ASD diagnosis to support members in organizing social engagements and activities outside of the group. We are very protective of our milieu and all group members are required to attend a onetime intake with a licensed clinician before attending. Members can expect to experience a supportive and inclusive environment where each member is valued individually. Food is provided at all of our session.
Our unique and supportive group best described by one member is like “taking off the heavy chainmail”. This is a psychosocial group but facilitated by a licensed clinician certified as a Specialist in Autism Spectrum Disorder. Group includes two mentors with an ASD diagnosis to support members in organizing social engagements and activities outside of the group. We are very protective of our milieu and all group members are required to attend a onetime intake with a licensed clinician before attending. Members can expect to experience a supportive and inclusive environment where each member is valued individually. Food is provided at all of our session.
Sojourn Counseling Group is a unique collaborative of psychotherapists and mental health professionals providing outpatient counseling services to Minnesota and Nevada. As practitioners, we work closely with individuals, couples, and families of all demographics, helping them reach greater levels of satisfaction in all areas of life. Common issues we address include: emotional and cognitive issues, relational and identity concerns, trauma, adjustment to life phases, roles, and transitions, grief, health and wellness optimization, goal setting and attainment, and professional and academic performance.

Sojourn Counseling Group is a unique collaborative of psychotherapists and mental health professionals providing outpatient counseling services to Minnesota and Nevada. As practitioners, we work closely with individuals, couples, and families of all demographics, helping them reach greater levels of satisfaction in all areas of life. Common issues we address include: emotional and cognitive issues, relational and identity concerns, trauma, adjustment to life phases, roles, and transitions, grief, health and wellness optimization, goal setting and attainment, and professional and academic performance.
The Emotional Skills Group (two times, 415pm and 515pm) is for adults who struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety and more. Discussion focuses on behaviors that often interfere with personal relationships, work satisfaction, and general life satisfaction. The group will teach skills that Impact: * Distress Tolerance * Emotion Regulation * Interpersonal Effectiveness

Hosted by Great Basin Behavioral Health
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, LCPC
Group meets in Reno, NV 89511
The Emotional Skills Group (two times, 415pm and 515pm) is for adults who struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety and more. Discussion focuses on behaviors that often interfere with personal relationships, work satisfaction, and general life satisfaction. The group will teach skills that Impact: * Distress Tolerance * Emotion Regulation * Interpersonal Effectiveness
DBT skills training group. Clinicians trained in adherent intensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy as created and taught by Marsha Linehan, Phd.

Hosted by Healing Minds, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Reno, NV 89509
DBT skills training group. Clinicians trained in adherent intensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy as created and taught by Marsha Linehan, Phd.
The Next Step Recovery Group is a supportive, skills-based group designed for individuals at any stage of their recovery journey seeking growth, connection, and practical tools for lasting change. Whether beginning recovery, strengthening your foundation, maintaining progress, or returning after a setback, this group offers a space to build skills and receive support in a nonjudgmental environment. Group topics may include: understanding triggers and cravings, relapse prevention strategies, coping skills, stress and emotion management, communication and boundary setting, support systems, self-awareness and resilience, and healthy routines and recovery-focused goals. This group provides a safe environment where progress, not perfection, is the focus.

The Next Step Recovery Group is a supportive, skills-based group designed for individuals at any stage of their recovery journey seeking growth, connection, and practical tools for lasting change. Whether beginning recovery, strengthening your foundation, maintaining progress, or returning after a setback, this group offers a space to build skills and receive support in a nonjudgmental environment. Group topics may include: understanding triggers and cravings, relapse prevention strategies, coping skills, stress and emotion management, communication and boundary setting, support systems, self-awareness and resilience, and healthy routines and recovery-focused goals. This group provides a safe environment where progress, not perfection, is the focus.
Empowered & Connected: A Women's Mental, Physical & Sexual Well-Being Group! Come join us at Alta Vista Mental Health for an event focused on empowering women to take charge of their Mental, Physical and Sexual Well-being. Whether you're looking to learn more about self-care, coping strategies, or simply want to connect with like-minded individuals, this event is for you. Let's come together to empower ourselves and build a strong community of support.

Hosted by Dr. Keasha Walton-Ellis
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Reno, NV 89509
Empowered & Connected: A Women's Mental, Physical & Sexual Well-Being Group! Come join us at Alta Vista Mental Health for an event focused on empowering women to take charge of their Mental, Physical and Sexual Well-being. Whether you're looking to learn more about self-care, coping strategies, or simply want to connect with like-minded individuals, this event is for you. Let's come together to empower ourselves and build a strong community of support.
This women’s group is about stepping into the belief, I AM PERFECT and I AM ENOUGH! Think of this women’s group as a book club + art journaling + a safe space for sharing and exploring our imperfections.
This women’s group is about stepping into the belief, I AM PERFECT and I AM ENOUGH! Think of this women’s group as a book club + art journaling + a safe space for sharing and exploring our imperfections.
DBT skills group is designed to teach clients 4 distinct types of skills: Mindfulness, Emotional Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness and Distress Tolerance. DBT skills groups are are structured similar to a class where group members engage in a mindfulness practice, share homework and learn a new skill. Group requirements include being established with an individual therapist.

DBT skills group is designed to teach clients 4 distinct types of skills: Mindfulness, Emotional Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness and Distress Tolerance. DBT skills groups are are structured similar to a class where group members engage in a mindfulness practice, share homework and learn a new skill. Group requirements include being established with an individual therapist.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Reno?
To find a support group in your area, start by entering your city, zip code, or the name of the group into the search bar at the top of the page. When searching, consider whether you prefer an in-person or virtual group. This can help you decide how broad your geographic search should be. If you are open to virtual groups, you might want to search by state instead of just your city, especially if there are limited options nearby.
Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
How does group therapy work?
Group therapy is led by one or more trained therapists and provides a space where participants can process their experiences and learn from others facing similar challenges. Groups may focus on a specific issue—such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, or caregiving—or they may center around a particular therapeutic approach, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), social skill development, or Exposure Therapy. Some groups are also designed for specific populations, such as teens, veterans, or LGBTQ+ individuals.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Group therapy offers several important benefits. It brings together people facing similar challenges—whether related to mental health, physical health, or life transitions—and creates a supportive environment where participants can exchange feedback, share experiences, and learn from one another. Hearing different perspectives can help individuals discover new coping strategies and practical tools they may not have encountered on their own. Sharing personal experiences, such as coping with a serious illness or navigating family struggles, can also reduce feelings of isolation and foster a sense of connection and understanding. In addition to emotional support, group members often gain useful, real-world advice from peers who have faced similar situations.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioral exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioral exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
It is difficult to make a blanket statement about the effectiveness of support groups, as they vary widely in focus and the conditions they address. However, support groups can be highly valuable in helping individuals gain emotional support and achieve meaningful treatment outcomes. For certain conditions, such as substance use, research has shown that group therapy can be particularly effective—sometimes just as effective as individual therapy—in supporting long-term recovery.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group therapy is typically less expensive than individual therapy, with sessions typically costing between $50 and $75 each. In comparison, individual therapy can cost anywhere from $100 to $200 or more per session, even with insurance. Some therapists or organizations offer low-cost or free group therapy options, particularly through community centers or nonprofit organizations. In some cases, groups may require payment upfront for a set number of sessions, such as paying for six weekly sessions at the first meeting. However, many providers offer payment plans to help make participation more accessible if this upfront payment is required.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, insurance coverage for group therapy varies based on factors such as your specific insurance plan, the purpose of the group, your diagnosis, and whether the group provider is in-network. Many insurance plans cover group therapy sessions that address diagnosable mental health conditions, such as substance use disorders, anxiety, or depression.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of each group therapy session typically ranges from 45 minutes to two hours, depending on the therapy approach, the group’s goals, and how often the group meets. In some cases, group therapy is part of a larger treatment program, such as an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), where group sessions complement individual therapy and are scheduled as part of the program’s overall structure.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups offer many benefits, but they also have certain limitations. Unlike therapy groups, many support groups do not provide formal therapeutic treatment and are not led by licensed mental health professionals. For individuals seeking clinical treatment for specific mental health diagnoses—such as depression, eating disorders, or substance use—individual therapy or group therapy led by a licensed professional may offer more personalized and specialized care.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.


