Support Groups in Portland, OR
Wednesday All Gender Therapy Group
This is a process group for 7 adults who want to learn more about themselves and their relationship with others; be it family, partnership, professional or friendships. It's a practice ground for real life with here and now support for ...
Hosted by Sarah K Small
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97219
This is a process group for 7 adults who want to learn more about themselves and their relationship with others; be it family, partnership, professional or friendships. It's a practice ground for real life with here and now support for ...
The Daring Way(tm)
Hosted by Shane D Kennington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, CDWF
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97239
Transgender and Non-Binary Teen Support Group
Does your teen want more support with gender and transition? Are you a teen looking for a place to explore your identity among peers? In this weekly group, members come together to build community, share about their experiences, and develop ...
Hosted by Kaden Winterkorn
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97215
Does your teen want more support with gender and transition? Are you a teen looking for a place to explore your identity among peers? In this weekly group, members come together to build community, share about their experiences, and develop ...
Adult ADHD Support Hub
This 4 person support hub meets weekly by zoom on Tuesday and sets up times for coworking and support as needed. We provide structure and support to choose a project, identify key tasks, and remove blocks to moving ahead. Get ...
Hosted by Vicki Lind
MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97214
This 4 person support hub meets weekly by zoom on Tuesday and sets up times for coworking and support as needed. We provide structure and support to choose a project, identify key tasks, and remove blocks to moving ahead. Get ...
Heart of Freedom Mindfulness Meditation on Zoom
This drop-in class is offered on a donation basis and is open to anyone interested in learning how to mindfully meditate, or deepen practice. It includes guided and silent sitting in the practice. It also includes a talk on topics ...
Hosted by Douglas W Pullin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97239
This drop-in class is offered on a donation basis and is open to anyone interested in learning how to mindfully meditate, or deepen practice. It includes guided and silent sitting in the practice. It also includes a talk on topics ...
Adult Anxiety Group
This group is open to anyone 18 and older who struggle with any form of anxiety.
Hosted by NW Anxiety Institute, LLC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97232
This group is open to anyone 18 and older who struggle with any form of anxiety.
EMDR Consultation Group
I offer group EMDR consultation for therapists who are looking to fulfill the consultation requirement for the EMDR Basic Training, become EMDR Certified, or who want to participate in Advanced EMDR Consultation. Please contact me for more details.
Hosted by Ross Cohen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97232
I offer group EMDR consultation for therapists who are looking to fulfill the consultation requirement for the EMDR Basic Training, become EMDR Certified, or who want to participate in Advanced EMDR Consultation. Please contact me for more details.
Change Curious Group
A safe space to practice skills and connect, Change Curious is crafted to meet you where you are at as you contemplate making a big change in your life. 8-12 persons max, online group.
Hosted by Change Curious Group Therapy
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LPC, LMHC, SUDP, CADC-I
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97201
A safe space to practice skills and connect, Change Curious is crafted to meet you where you are at as you contemplate making a big change in your life. 8-12 persons max, online group.
Free Eating Disorders Art Therapy Support Group
The free art therapy support group is a safe and supportive group. Although led by a therapist, it is not therapy but educational. It is for adults who have an from eating disorder or body image issues who are at ...
Hosted by A Better Way Counseling Center
Treatment Center, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97209
The free art therapy support group is a safe and supportive group. Although led by a therapist, it is not therapy but educational. It is for adults who have an from eating disorder or body image issues who are at ...
AAMFT
Hosted by Andrea J. Wright Johnston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97201
Social/Emotional Skills Training
Social/Emotional Skills Training is for children in grades k-12 who struggle to manage anxiety, initiate/sustain friendships, read social/emotional cues, communicate effectively, understand others' point of view (theory of mind), lose/win graciously or manage emotional reactivity/impulsivity. Groups are age-appropriate and play-based ...
Hosted by Catherine Lazen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97212
Social/Emotional Skills Training is for children in grades k-12 who struggle to manage anxiety, initiate/sustain friendships, read social/emotional cues, communicate effectively, understand others' point of view (theory of mind), lose/win graciously or manage emotional reactivity/impulsivity. Groups are age-appropriate and play-based ...
Sexual Addiction Treatment Group
Hosted by Steven P DeLugach
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSAT-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97239
Arrival Counseling
Hosted by Annie Dolle @ Arrival Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97205
DBT-Informed Skills group
I offer 2 online, 90 minute psychoeducation skills groups, informed by Dialectical Behavior Therapy and other mindfulness models. Monday evenings and Wednesday mornings. There are three 10-12 week modules, which run consecutively. Clients are invited to attend any or all ...
Hosted by Kent Kreiselmaier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97239
I offer 2 online, 90 minute psychoeducation skills groups, informed by Dialectical Behavior Therapy and other mindfulness models. Monday evenings and Wednesday mornings. There are three 10-12 week modules, which run consecutively. Clients are invited to attend any or all ...
Bowen Theory Supervision and Consultation
This is a monthly open group to all clinicians interested in deepening their understanding and utilization of Bowen natural family systems theory in their life and practice. This group has been in continuous existence for many years. The typical four ...
Hosted by James D Boyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97229
This is a monthly open group to all clinicians interested in deepening their understanding and utilization of Bowen natural family systems theory in their life and practice. This group has been in continuous existence for many years. The typical four ...
UpWell Psychiatry, LLC
UpWell Psychiatry is a group practice focused on evidence-based and client centered care. We believe that you are the expert of your experience, and we seek to partner with you to provide medication management and therapy support to help you ...
Hosted by Dr. Kelly C. Aldinger
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97218
UpWell Psychiatry is a group practice focused on evidence-based and client centered care. We believe that you are the expert of your experience, and we seek to partner with you to provide medication management and therapy support to help you ...
Clinical Consultation for a sustainable practice
This group is ideal for early career or established psychologists interested in shifting into private practice. We will balance focus on practice logistics, clinical case material, and self care. I am interested in some experiential activities that will allow self ...
Hosted by Maura D Sullivan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97232
This group is ideal for early career or established psychologists interested in shifting into private practice. We will balance focus on practice logistics, clinical case material, and self care. I am interested in some experiential activities that will allow self ...
Recovery support, Communication, Self Compassion
A weekly 90 minute support group to process ongoing recovery.
Hosted by Jenene Belshe
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, BS, CADCII, QMHA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97202
A weekly 90 minute support group to process ongoing recovery.
8 Week Dream Exploration Group 1/31-3/21/2022
Explore your psyche through the endless creativity of the dream world. Together we will cultivate a dynamic relationship between our waking and dreaming realities, helping us to re-imagine the life we want to create for ourselves and our communities . ...
Hosted by Cindy Brodner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97214
Explore your psyche through the endless creativity of the dream world. Together we will cultivate a dynamic relationship between our waking and dreaming realities, helping us to re-imagine the life we want to create for ourselves and our communities . ...
UpWell Psychiatry
At UpWell Psychiatry, we aim to bring the human connection back to healthcare. We are a team of PMHNPs who with strong backgrounds of clinical experience in mental health, who above all else, deeply care. We seek to partner with ...
Hosted by Shannon LaDouce
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97218
At UpWell Psychiatry, we aim to bring the human connection back to healthcare. We are a team of PMHNPs who with strong backgrounds of clinical experience in mental health, who above all else, deeply care. We seek to partner with ...
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How does group therapy work?
Therapy groups are led by one or more therapists and serve to help people process their experiences and learn from others who understand their challenges firsthand. They can be based on a specific issue, such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, and caregiving. They can involve a specific type of program or therapy, such as a social skills group or CBT group. They can also be specific to a particular population or community, such as teens or LGBTQ.
Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. 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.
Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. 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.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Support groups help connect people with shared challenges or physical and mental health conditions. In a group setting, participants can receive support and feedback from peers and can acquire new skills, strategies and perspectives by listening to one another. Discussing your experience with someone who also has a cancer diagnosis, or whose son also struggles with addiction, for example, can help you feel less alone, reduce distress, find empathy and connection, and learn practical or medical information that has helped others. Group therapy can also be a more affordable option than individual therapy and just as effective.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
Support groups can be deeply valuable for both emotional support and/or treatment outcomes. It’s difficult to make a blanket statement on efficacy due to the many different types of support groups and conditions treated, but group therapy has been found to be just as effective as individual therapy in establishing long-term abstinence for conditions such as substance abuse, addiction and alcohol abuse.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group counseling is typically less expensive than individual counseling, with each session costing on average between $60 to $75. Meanwhile, individual therapy sessions can run anywhere from $100 to $200 and up, even after insurance. It is possible to find low-cost group therapy options and many therapists offer group sessions free of charge.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, many insurance companies do offer coverage for group therapy sessions. However, the coverage varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider. Individuals are encouraged to check with their insurance providers to verify coverage.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of a support group session is often one hour but can fall anywhere between 45 minutes and two hours. The amount of time that people remain in a support group varies based on their specific needs and goals and the type of therapy. Some individuals may seek a shorter-term group, such as a bereavement group, that may last between six and 20 weeks. Some may seek a longer-term group that lasts for a year or indefinitely.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups have many benefits, but there are a few limitations as well. Support groups do not constitute formal therapeutic or medical treatment, and are not run by licensed mental health professionals, so some people may opt for group therapy or individual therapy instead. Additionally, support groups can depend on the other participants, so a disruptive individual has the potential to mar the group dynamic, and the anecdotal information shared may sometimes be unhelpful or inaccurate. Because it is a group setting, confidentiality can be more difficult to guard and participants receive less personalized attention than they would in an individual therapy session.