Support Groups in Erie, PA
Interpersonal Issues
Working on coping sills with depression and anxiety, self-esteem, and setting boundaries. The group is open, meaning that new comers are welcome to join. Please inquire any questions you may have. The group process is an amazing experience to learn ...
Hosted by Counseling Services of Michelle Adler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16509
Working on coping sills with depression and anxiety, self-esteem, and setting boundaries. The group is open, meaning that new comers are welcome to join. Please inquire any questions you may have. The group process is an amazing experience to learn ...
Intimacy Building Book Club
Want to learn skills to build your intimate relationships? Want to better understand yourself and your body? Want a safe place to discuss your questions, concerns, and experiences in a group of like-minded peers led by a sex therapist*? You're ...
Hosted by Sexual Wellness PA, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16506
Want to learn skills to build your intimate relationships? Want to better understand yourself and your body? Want a safe place to discuss your questions, concerns, and experiences in a group of like-minded peers led by a sex therapist*? You're ...
Sophrosyne Counseling Services
Hosted by Ryan D. Henry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16506
Several Ongoing Therapeutic Groups Offered
Call ABC's of Building Better Lives Counseling Services for more information at 814-825-2930. If you are interested in ongoing Yoga classes, call 814-825-2930 to register.
Hosted by Mary Lynn Rote
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16504
Call ABC's of Building Better Lives Counseling Services for more information at 814-825-2930. If you are interested in ongoing Yoga classes, call 814-825-2930 to register.
LGBTQ+ Youth Art Wellness & Chat 'n' Chill
Through the generous sponsorship of the Greater Erie Alliance for Equality, Journey offers an in-person or virtual monthly art wellness activity. There is a Chat 'n' Chill monthly meeting as well. LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-18 are welcome and must register ...
Hosted by William J Koehler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16505
Through the generous sponsorship of the Greater Erie Alliance for Equality, Journey offers an in-person or virtual monthly art wellness activity. There is a Chat 'n' Chill monthly meeting as well. LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-18 are welcome and must register ...
Virtual Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Therapy Group
This 4-person group uses the tabletop roleplaying game (ttrpg) Dungeons & Dragons to work on therapeutic goals. Therapeutic D&D uses a mix of evidence-based Adlerian play therapy and the concept of roleplay in therapy to help clients process some of ...
Hosted by Personal Odyssey Counseling Services, LLC
Counselor, MS, NCC, CTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16502
This 4-person group uses the tabletop roleplaying game (ttrpg) Dungeons & Dragons to work on therapeutic goals. Therapeutic D&D uses a mix of evidence-based Adlerian play therapy and the concept of roleplay in therapy to help clients process some of ...
Teen DBT Skills Group
*This group is not currently being run due to COVID-19* Is your teen struggling with depression, anxiety, self-harm behaviors, mood instability, or low self-esteem? Have other forms of treatment failed to truly help? Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) has been proven ...
Hosted by Life Balance Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CDBT, CCATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16505
*This group is not currently being run due to COVID-19* Is your teen struggling with depression, anxiety, self-harm behaviors, mood instability, or low self-esteem? Have other forms of treatment failed to truly help? Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) has been proven ...
Queer Happily Ever After Book Club
Love getting swept up in romance novels, rom coms, and erotica? Want to see yourself and your community represented in the books you read? Want to dish about sex, romance, and relationships in a group of like-minded peers led by ...
Hosted by Sexual Wellness PA, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16511
Love getting swept up in romance novels, rom coms, and erotica? Want to see yourself and your community represented in the books you read? Want to dish about sex, romance, and relationships in a group of like-minded peers led by ...
Anger Management Groups at CCA
This is a 12 week confidential group developed for those struggling with explosive and persistent anger, or impulse control issues in intimate relationships. Our anger management groups meet the requirements of any referring court system, or agency. In addition, those ...
Hosted by Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16510
This is a 12 week confidential group developed for those struggling with explosive and persistent anger, or impulse control issues in intimate relationships. Our anger management groups meet the requirements of any referring court system, or agency. In addition, those ...
Art Journaling
For girls ages 10 to 13 years and up. This group works on relationships, social skills and expression through the use of various art media. This group is ideal for those girls that enjoy being creative and like to experiment ...
Hosted by Terri Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16505
For girls ages 10 to 13 years and up. This group works on relationships, social skills and expression through the use of various art media. This group is ideal for those girls that enjoy being creative and like to experiment ...
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Interpersonal Issues
Working on coping sills with depression and anxiety, self-esteem, and setting boundaries. The group is open, meaning that new comers are welcome to join. Please inquire any questions you may have. The group process is an amazing experience to learn ...
Hosted by Counseling Services of Michelle Adler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16509
Working on coping sills with depression and anxiety, self-esteem, and setting boundaries. The group is open, meaning that new comers are welcome to join. Please inquire any questions you may have. The group process is an amazing experience to learn ...
Intimacy Building Book Club
Want to learn skills to build your intimate relationships? Want to better understand yourself and your body? Want a safe place to discuss your questions, concerns, and experiences in a group of like-minded peers led by a sex therapist*? You're ...
Hosted by Sexual Wellness PA, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16506
Want to learn skills to build your intimate relationships? Want to better understand yourself and your body? Want a safe place to discuss your questions, concerns, and experiences in a group of like-minded peers led by a sex therapist*? You're ...
Several Ongoing Therapeutic Groups Offered
Call ABC's of Building Better Lives Counseling Services for more information at 814-825-2930. If you are interested in ongoing Yoga classes, call 814-825-2930 to register.
Hosted by Mary Lynn Rote
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16504
Call ABC's of Building Better Lives Counseling Services for more information at 814-825-2930. If you are interested in ongoing Yoga classes, call 814-825-2930 to register.
Virtual Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Therapy Group
This 4-person group uses the tabletop roleplaying game (ttrpg) Dungeons & Dragons to work on therapeutic goals. Therapeutic D&D uses a mix of evidence-based Adlerian play therapy and the concept of roleplay in therapy to help clients process some of ...
Hosted by Personal Odyssey Counseling Services, LLC
Counselor, MS, NCC, CTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16502
This 4-person group uses the tabletop roleplaying game (ttrpg) Dungeons & Dragons to work on therapeutic goals. Therapeutic D&D uses a mix of evidence-based Adlerian play therapy and the concept of roleplay in therapy to help clients process some of ...
Sophrosyne Counseling Services
Hosted by Ryan D. Henry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16506
LGBTQ+ Youth Art Wellness & Chat 'n' Chill
Through the generous sponsorship of the Greater Erie Alliance for Equality, Journey offers an in-person or virtual monthly art wellness activity. There is a Chat 'n' Chill monthly meeting as well. LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-18 are welcome and must register ...
Hosted by William J Koehler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16505
Through the generous sponsorship of the Greater Erie Alliance for Equality, Journey offers an in-person or virtual monthly art wellness activity. There is a Chat 'n' Chill monthly meeting as well. LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-18 are welcome and must register ...
Teen DBT Skills Group
*This group is not currently being run due to COVID-19* Is your teen struggling with depression, anxiety, self-harm behaviors, mood instability, or low self-esteem? Have other forms of treatment failed to truly help? Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) has been proven ...
Hosted by Life Balance Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CDBT, CCATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16505
*This group is not currently being run due to COVID-19* Is your teen struggling with depression, anxiety, self-harm behaviors, mood instability, or low self-esteem? Have other forms of treatment failed to truly help? Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) has been proven ...
Queer Happily Ever After Book Club
Love getting swept up in romance novels, rom coms, and erotica? Want to see yourself and your community represented in the books you read? Want to dish about sex, romance, and relationships in a group of like-minded peers led by ...
Hosted by Sexual Wellness PA, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16511
Love getting swept up in romance novels, rom coms, and erotica? Want to see yourself and your community represented in the books you read? Want to dish about sex, romance, and relationships in a group of like-minded peers led by ...
Anger Management Groups at CCA
This is a 12 week confidential group developed for those struggling with explosive and persistent anger, or impulse control issues in intimate relationships. Our anger management groups meet the requirements of any referring court system, or agency. In addition, those ...
Hosted by Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16510
This is a 12 week confidential group developed for those struggling with explosive and persistent anger, or impulse control issues in intimate relationships. Our anger management groups meet the requirements of any referring court system, or agency. In addition, those ...
Art Journaling
For girls ages 10 to 13 years and up. This group works on relationships, social skills and expression through the use of various art media. This group is ideal for those girls that enjoy being creative and like to experiment ...
Hosted by Terri Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erie, PA 16505
For girls ages 10 to 13 years and up. This group works on relationships, social skills and expression through the use of various art media. This group is ideal for those girls that enjoy being creative and like to experiment ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Erie?
Search for nearby support groups by inputting your city, zip code, or the name of the group into the search bar. From there, you can filter to find a group that suits your needs, whether you are looking for support for a teenager, a group that focuses on a specific issue, such as depression, or a particular program type, such as one geared toward developing social skills. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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.