Women's Retreat: Healing from Adult Sexual Trauma
Join me for a women's retreat in the beautiful Santa Barbara with other women who are looking to heal from the impacts of adult sexual trauma. If something you have gone through - no matter how small or big, is ...
Hosted by Kristel S. Grodeska
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Join me for a women's retreat in the beautiful Santa Barbara with other women who are looking to heal from the impacts of adult sexual trauma. If something you have gone through - no matter how small or big, is ...
Women's Group
I run support groups specifically for women, addressing issues surrounding co-dependency, intimacy, relationships, and parenting. The groups allow for women to establish a place of unity where they are able to obtain the support necessary to create changes in their ...
Hosted by Daniel S. Leon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91106
I run support groups specifically for women, addressing issues surrounding co-dependency, intimacy, relationships, and parenting. The groups allow for women to establish a place of unity where they are able to obtain the support necessary to create changes in their ...
Happiness Here & Now
This course offers tools to help you deepen your awareness that life is available only in the present moment and to train yourself to live each moment of daily life fully, without being weighed down by regrets about the past ...
Hosted by A. Christine Dawkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Santa Barbara, CA 93101
This course offers tools to help you deepen your awareness that life is available only in the present moment and to train yourself to live each moment of daily life fully, without being weighed down by regrets about the past ...
Substance Abuse Process Group
There are many self-help support groups to choose from, and all have tremendous value! They all teach helpful tools. Recovery Hill's group goal is to get you to actually implement those tools in times of need. This is unique. There ...
Hosted by Kenny J Hill Sr
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC 3, IS, CPT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fair Oaks, CA 95628
There are many self-help support groups to choose from, and all have tremendous value! They all teach helpful tools. Recovery Hill's group goal is to get you to actually implement those tools in times of need. This is unique. There ...
Women's Infertility Support Group
With the support of other women and trained professionals (co-led by Genevieve Weiscovitz, Psy D), come find relief from the isolation and emotional roller coaster of infertility. Our support group will use creative arts and mindfulness techniques in a non-judgmental ...
Hosted by Ariana Heller
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, MAEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Albany, CA 94706
With the support of other women and trained professionals (co-led by Genevieve Weiscovitz, Psy D), come find relief from the isolation and emotional roller coaster of infertility. Our support group will use creative arts and mindfulness techniques in a non-judgmental ...
Grief and Loss Process Group
An in-person supportive group setting for someone who is grieving the death of a loved one or a loss in their life. This group is open, in that you can attend any of the sessions and do not need to ...
Hosted by Yolia Xiaoyin Zhong
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
An in-person supportive group setting for someone who is grieving the death of a loved one or a loss in their life. This group is open, in that you can attend any of the sessions and do not need to ...
Self Confidence through Art
Explore your self image and build confidence in this small (10 spaces max), closed group of high school, young women and trans women teens. All materials and snacks provided. Can't draw? No problem! We use simple art instruction to get ...
Hosted by Jacqueline Eaton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Belmont, CA 94002
Explore your self image and build confidence in this small (10 spaces max), closed group of high school, young women and trans women teens. All materials and snacks provided. Can't draw? No problem! We use simple art instruction to get ...
Trauma Informed Yin Yoga Class
There is a growing body of research and evidence of potentially powerful benefits of yoga in healing trauma symptoms, anxiety and depression. Yoga can be utilized in individual therapy sessions - however there is an added benefit of practicing in ...
Hosted by Nela Cavelis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Poway, CA 92064
There is a growing body of research and evidence of potentially powerful benefits of yoga in healing trauma symptoms, anxiety and depression. Yoga can be utilized in individual therapy sessions - however there is an added benefit of practicing in ...
Touched by Adoption & Reproductive Medicine
Are you touched by adoption or foster care? Are you hoping to expand your family? Have you created your family through third-party reproduction? Do you wonder how to tell your child sensitive pieces of her story? Want to share in ...
Hosted by Patti Huber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seal Beach, CA 90740
Are you touched by adoption or foster care? Are you hoping to expand your family? Have you created your family through third-party reproduction? Do you wonder how to tell your child sensitive pieces of her story? Want to share in ...
Trauma/PTSD Support Groups
I provide ongoing Trauma/Grief & Loss Support groups. Please visit my website for information on support groups, psychotherapy, life coaching and more at jeanwolfepowers.com. Please call me when you’re ready at (805) 283-6695.
Hosted by Jean Wolfe Powers Psychotherapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CMC, ACC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Laguna Beach, CA 92651
I provide ongoing Trauma/Grief & Loss Support groups. Please visit my website for information on support groups, psychotherapy, life coaching and more at jeanwolfepowers.com. Please call me when you’re ready at (805) 283-6695.
Eating and Body Image Therapy Group
Hosted by Ann Marie Speno
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Santa Cruz, CA 95060
"Living After The Loss" Therapeutic Grief & Loss
"Living After The Loss" Therapeutic Grief & Loss. Duration: 4 weeks. Focus - How to deal with, heal from & LIVE, after the loss of a loved. Cost per session: $29. PLEASE NOTE Group Runs: February, April, August, October
Hosted by Truth Healing & Evolution Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Upland, CA 91786
"Living After The Loss" Therapeutic Grief & Loss. Duration: 4 weeks. Focus - How to deal with, heal from & LIVE, after the loss of a loved. Cost per session: $29. PLEASE NOTE Group Runs: February, April, August, October
The Binge Cure Accelerator Program
The Binge Cure Accelerator Program provides a step-by-step process to end emotional eating. Discover an approach that’s simple and has nothing to do with willpower, diets, or working out. This group will transform your relationship with yourself and with food. ...
Hosted by Nina Savelle-Rocklin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calabasas, CA 91302
The Binge Cure Accelerator Program provides a step-by-step process to end emotional eating. Discover an approach that’s simple and has nothing to do with willpower, diets, or working out. This group will transform your relationship with yourself and with food. ...
Sex Therapy Throughout United States Via SKYPE
Dr. Prosterman now seeing clients who live anywhere in the United States with broadband internet, via Skype. Skype technology is efficient and effective, and it offers the intimacy and immediacy of an in-office consultation, including the important visual cues which ...
Hosted by Seth Prosterman
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94123
Dr. Prosterman now seeing clients who live anywhere in the United States with broadband internet, via Skype. Skype technology is efficient and effective, and it offers the intimacy and immediacy of an in-office consultation, including the important visual cues which ...
DBT Skills Group
Hosted by Hannah Michele Raiden-Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94610
Neuro Wellness Spa South Torrance
We're changing the way mental health is treated. Neuro Wellness is an in-network psychiatry clinic with locations across Los Angeles that offers in-person & virtual appointments for medication management, TMS therapy, Spravato & more. We are proud to be in-network ...
We're changing the way mental health is treated. Neuro Wellness is an in-network psychiatry clinic with locations across Los Angeles that offers in-person & virtual appointments for medication management, TMS therapy, Spravato & more. We are proud to be in-network ...
Social Skills Group for Autistic Young Adults
PEERS for Young Adults is an evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated young adults between 18-38 years of age who are interested in learning skills to make and keep friends and develop romantic relationships. Young adults attend 16-weekly group sessions ...
Hosted by Breezy Simpson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
PEERS for Young Adults is an evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated young adults between 18-38 years of age who are interested in learning skills to make and keep friends and develop romantic relationships. Young adults attend 16-weekly group sessions ...
Positive Steps youth group
Adolescence can be tough but it's better when you know there are other people out there who may be going through some of the same things as you. Topics and workshops include: Rediscovering your Purpose, There can ony be one ...
Hosted by Phyllis Stroud
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Upland, CA 91786
Adolescence can be tough but it's better when you know there are other people out there who may be going through some of the same things as you. Topics and workshops include: Rediscovering your Purpose, There can ony be one ...
Understanding Your Adolescent Daughter
Do you ever wish you had a map or a guideline to follow to parent your adolescent daughter? Managing her emotions and thoughts as well as setting realistic expectations sometimes can be so overwhelming. Join a support and an educational ...
Hosted by Stella Zweben Samuel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91436
Do you ever wish you had a map or a guideline to follow to parent your adolescent daughter? Managing her emotions and thoughts as well as setting realistic expectations sometimes can be so overwhelming. Join a support and an educational ...
Wecare Therapy Group
WeCare Therapy Group, a dedicated team providing culturally sensitive mental health and relationship services tailored to the Korean population. Our mission is to offer support and guidance to individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges within a safe and ...
Hosted by Youngseoung Seo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in La Palma, CA 90623
WeCare Therapy Group, a dedicated team providing culturally sensitive mental health and relationship services tailored to the Korean population. Our mission is to offer support and guidance to individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges within a safe and ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in California?
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.