Support Groups in Newtown Square, PA
This online group is for young adult women in their 20s and 30s who struggle with facets of early adulthood including anxiety, peer relationships, dating, boundaries, and life stresses. Group members support one another and engage with one another within the group setting with the therapist facilitating as needed and offering additional support and considerations.

Hosted by Dr. Kimberly Richards
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP, CIMHP
Group meets in Newtown Square, PA 19073
This online group is for young adult women in their 20s and 30s who struggle with facets of early adulthood including anxiety, peer relationships, dating, boundaries, and life stresses. Group members support one another and engage with one another within the group setting with the therapist facilitating as needed and offering additional support and considerations.
Some of the deepest and most life changing healing comes when compassionate, non-judgmental women come together to support other women. I invite you to join us for PJs and experience the profound positive change and hope that comes from connecting with those who can relate to what you’re going through in a supportive, kind, and safe environment. You too deserve to feel joy during this time in your life. Let PJs support you in getting there.

Hosted by Karen Pentz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Newtown Square, PA 19073
Some of the deepest and most life changing healing comes when compassionate, non-judgmental women come together to support other women. I invite you to join us for PJs and experience the profound positive change and hope that comes from connecting with those who can relate to what you’re going through in a supportive, kind, and safe environment. You too deserve to feel joy during this time in your life. Let PJs support you in getting there.
Addiciton & Psychological Therapy is primarily a mental health outpatient program with a drug and alcohol component. We provide multiple therapists who accept a wide variety of insurance. The therapist treat most mental health disorders ranging from: ADD, OCD, Separation Anxiety, School Phobia, Panic Disorder, Eating Disorders, Depression, Marital Therapy, Grief Counseling, Adolescent Issues and Personality Disorders. We also provide individual and group therapy for drug and alcohol issues, D.U.I., Anger Management, and underage legal issues i.e.… possession, drinking, etc…We treat all ages and populations.

Hosted by Addiction & Psychological Therapy, Inc.
Psychologist, MS
Group meets in Newtown Square, PA 19073
Addiciton & Psychological Therapy is primarily a mental health outpatient program with a drug and alcohol component. We provide multiple therapists who accept a wide variety of insurance. The therapist treat most mental health disorders ranging from: ADD, OCD, Separation Anxiety, School Phobia, Panic Disorder, Eating Disorders, Depression, Marital Therapy, Grief Counseling, Adolescent Issues and Personality Disorders. We also provide individual and group therapy for drug and alcohol issues, D.U.I., Anger Management, and underage legal issues i.e.… possession, drinking, etc…We treat all ages and populations.
This online group is for young adult women in their 20s and 30s who struggle with facets of early adulthood including anxiety, peer relationships, dating, boundaries, and life stresses. Group members support one another and engage with one another within the group setting with the therapist facilitating as needed and offering additional support and considerations.

Hosted by Dr. Kimberly Richards
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP, CIMHP
Group meets in Newtown Square, PA 19073
This online group is for young adult women in their 20s and 30s who struggle with facets of early adulthood including anxiety, peer relationships, dating, boundaries, and life stresses. Group members support one another and engage with one another within the group setting with the therapist facilitating as needed and offering additional support and considerations.
Soulful Sisters is an online therapy group for women in their late 20s through 40s seeking to explore the connection between spirituality and mental wellness. This empowering space allows participants to connect with like-minded individuals, engage in mindfulness, and cultivate self-love. The group focuses on emotional resilience, spiritual practices, and promoting inner peace. Sessions include open discussions, guided meditation, and therapeutic exercises that encourage personal growth and emotional healing. Participants should be open to self-exploration and willing to give and receive feedback.

Hosted by Dr. Kimberly Richards
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP, CIMHP
Group meets in Newtown Square, PA 19073
Soulful Sisters is an online therapy group for women in their late 20s through 40s seeking to explore the connection between spirituality and mental wellness. This empowering space allows participants to connect with like-minded individuals, engage in mindfulness, and cultivate self-love. The group focuses on emotional resilience, spiritual practices, and promoting inner peace. Sessions include open discussions, guided meditation, and therapeutic exercises that encourage personal growth and emotional healing. Participants should be open to self-exploration and willing to give and receive feedback.

Hosted by Gregory M Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MDiv, MSS, LCSW
Group meets in Newtown Square, PA 19073
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This group is for individuals who identify as transgender, gender variant and/or are exploring their gender identity. Bring your questions, experiences and challenges for support and exploration. We welcome all people! We usually meet on Monday evenings monthly.

Hosted by Rik Fire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW, LICSW
Group meets in Warminster, PA 18974
This group is for individuals who identify as transgender, gender variant and/or are exploring their gender identity. Bring your questions, experiences and challenges for support and exploration. We welcome all people! We usually meet on Monday evenings monthly.
Afternoon, weekend, and ongoing workshops are offered for elite level student-athletes and teams desiring to compete as warriors without sacrificing well-being. Offered to college and high school athletic departments, select clubs, organizations, and teams.

Hosted by Dr. Peter Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, CMPC, BCC
Group meets in King Of Prussia, PA 19406
Afternoon, weekend, and ongoing workshops are offered for elite level student-athletes and teams desiring to compete as warriors without sacrificing well-being. Offered to college and high school athletic departments, select clubs, organizations, and teams.
Note: group is not active, but leaving the description up cuz IYKYK. Mother is mothering, with Daddy issues a-plenty! This group is for people who are deeply affected by Lana del Rey and the mirror she holds up to the shadow sides of American life. In this Internal Family Systems-informed group, we'll focus on different "parts" of Lana's music and image, and how they speak to parts within each of us. We have complex feelings about Lana, as we have complex feelings about ourselves! All parts are welcome.

Note: group is not active, but leaving the description up cuz IYKYK. Mother is mothering, with Daddy issues a-plenty! This group is for people who are deeply affected by Lana del Rey and the mirror she holds up to the shadow sides of American life. In this Internal Family Systems-informed group, we'll focus on different "parts" of Lana's music and image, and how they speak to parts within each of us. We have complex feelings about Lana, as we have complex feelings about ourselves! All parts are welcome.
This group is to explore and provide support around adult ADHD.

This group is to explore and provide support around adult ADHD.
Adults: M, W, T 5-8 pm Adolescents M, W, F 3:30-5:30 pm

Hosted by Radnor Therapy and Coaching/Adolescent Advocates
Treatment Center, MHS, LPC, CAADC
Group meets in Rosemont, PA 19010
Adults: M, W, T 5-8 pm Adolescents M, W, F 3:30-5:30 pm
This virtual women's support group for survivors of sexual abuse or assault meets weekly over a 10 week period. Group topics include discussions on common reactions to trauma, trust and relationships, sex and intimacy, body image, self-esteem, mindfulness strategies and coping skills. This is an affordable alternative or adjunct to individual therapy. An individual intake appointment is required for this group. All individual intake appointments will be conducted virtually. Call or email to schedule your intake appointment for this group!

Hosted by Mylisa Kesselman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in Philadelphia, PA 19147
This virtual women's support group for survivors of sexual abuse or assault meets weekly over a 10 week period. Group topics include discussions on common reactions to trauma, trust and relationships, sex and intimacy, body image, self-esteem, mindfulness strategies and coping skills. This is an affordable alternative or adjunct to individual therapy. An individual intake appointment is required for this group. All individual intake appointments will be conducted virtually. Call or email to schedule your intake appointment for this group!
We have PHP and IOP for substance abuse and mental health. To Learn More Call 267-626-2018! We accept Insurance and are in network!

We have PHP and IOP for substance abuse and mental health. To Learn More Call 267-626-2018! We accept Insurance and are in network!
For this bi-weekly nature walk we will meet in Historic Rittenhouse Town at the trail head next to Paper Trail Bike Cafe. Each week there will be a different theme of which we will explore in a short opening circle and optional meditation. We will then take a walk together as a group and contemplate and discuss the theme with our peers. We will close with a quick opportunity to share with the group. ****Additional Locations may be added, make sure to confirm you are planning to attended a min of 24 hours in advance.

Hosted by Nicole Lynne Hooley
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSEd, P-LPC
Group meets in Philadelphia, PA 19144
For this bi-weekly nature walk we will meet in Historic Rittenhouse Town at the trail head next to Paper Trail Bike Cafe. Each week there will be a different theme of which we will explore in a short opening circle and optional meditation. We will then take a walk together as a group and contemplate and discuss the theme with our peers. We will close with a quick opportunity to share with the group. ****Additional Locations may be added, make sure to confirm you are planning to attended a min of 24 hours in advance.
If you are struggling with anxiety, if anxiety is getting in your way, if you would like to learn new ways to cope with anxiety, I invite you to try the Unwinding Anxiety class based on the research of Dr. Jud Brewer. Use professional and group support to engage with an app-based course using mindfulness to change your relationship to anxiety * Discover Mindfulness * Create Healthy Habits * Cope with Triggers * Work with Emotions * Manage Cravings * Enjoy Life * Eight sessions October 27-December 15, 2020. Free Orientation October 20th

If you are struggling with anxiety, if anxiety is getting in your way, if you would like to learn new ways to cope with anxiety, I invite you to try the Unwinding Anxiety class based on the research of Dr. Jud Brewer. Use professional and group support to engage with an app-based course using mindfulness to change your relationship to anxiety * Discover Mindfulness * Create Healthy Habits * Cope with Triggers * Work with Emotions * Manage Cravings * Enjoy Life * Eight sessions October 27-December 15, 2020. Free Orientation October 20th
Connect with other single women, share experiences, and practice stress reduction in a mindful and supportive space.

Hosted by Wise Mind Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, RYT
Group meets in Philadelphia, PA 19109
Connect with other single women, share experiences, and practice stress reduction in a mindful and supportive space.
DBT Adult therapy group meets Tuesdays from 6-7:15p. It is held virtually to start and will look at meeting one time a month in person. It is a max of 12 clients who need to work on emotional regulation and want to learn specific skills to improve their lives. $60 a group. Take insurance or out of pocket.

Hosted by Sue Devine Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Group meets in Chalfont, PA 18914
DBT Adult therapy group meets Tuesdays from 6-7:15p. It is held virtually to start and will look at meeting one time a month in person. It is a max of 12 clients who need to work on emotional regulation and want to learn specific skills to improve their lives. $60 a group. Take insurance or out of pocket.
This is a group designed to support men in relationships Our Emotionally Focused Therapist provides specific strategies to build strong, lasting connections with friends, partners, and spouses.

Hosted by Growth Minded Counseling and Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Wayne, PA 19087
This is a group designed to support men in relationships Our Emotionally Focused Therapist provides specific strategies to build strong, lasting connections with friends, partners, and spouses.
ETHOS Offers Primary Substance Abuse IOP Groups for both Adults and Adolescents. Adult Groups are available both daytime and evening, while Adolescent groups are run late afternoon. Groups are run in person, however hybrid/tele-health capabilities are offered where needed.

ETHOS Offers Primary Substance Abuse IOP Groups for both Adults and Adolescents. Adult Groups are available both daytime and evening, while Adolescent groups are run late afternoon. Groups are run in person, however hybrid/tele-health capabilities are offered where needed.
Prevention Science based to support individual’s primary health care using multiple modalities: counseling, personal training, massage and bodywork, customized for individual.

Hosted by Sasikala Raman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMT, CPT, CES
Group meets in Paoli, PA 19301
Prevention Science based to support individual’s primary health care using multiple modalities: counseling, personal training, massage and bodywork, customized for individual.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Newtown Square?
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.