Parenting group for fathers
This is group intends to help fathers navigate the journey of parenthood through the support, knowledge and and experiences of other fathers. My role is to facilitate the discussion and share my knowledge about child development and parenting. This group ...
This is group intends to help fathers navigate the journey of parenthood through the support, knowledge and and experiences of other fathers. My role is to facilitate the discussion and share my knowledge about child development and parenting. This group ...
Addiciton & Psychological Therapy, Inc.
Addiction & 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 ...
Hosted by Addiction & Psychological Therapy, Inc.
Psychologist, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Chester, PA 19382
Addiction & 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 ...
Sexual Addiction Support Group for Men
The Sex Addiction Support Group is designed for individuals who identify as male who self-identify as being addicted to some form of compulsive sexual behavior (i.e. porn, masturbation, strip clubs, escorts, etc.). The goal of the group is to help ...
Hosted by Rick Snyderman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Philadelphia, PA 19130
The Sex Addiction Support Group is designed for individuals who identify as male who self-identify as being addicted to some form of compulsive sexual behavior (i.e. porn, masturbation, strip clubs, escorts, etc.). The goal of the group is to help ...
Teen Girls Group
This is a group that helps to empower and enhance social skills and abilities. Specific skills focus on self-esteem building, problem solving, regulating emotions, and dealing with special issues such as bullying and teasing, and stress coping to name a ...
Hosted by Kesselman Clinical Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Devon, PA 19333
This is a group that helps to empower and enhance social skills and abilities. Specific skills focus on self-esteem building, problem solving, regulating emotions, and dealing with special issues such as bullying and teasing, and stress coping to name a ...
Sober-ish Support Group (Virtual)
Get real support as you navigate getting/staying sober(ish) from whatever compulsive behavior you want to change (booze, romantic intrigue, codependency, shopping, drugs, etc.) You don‘t need to quit everything forever. You just need to know what you've been doing isn't ...
Hosted by Colette A Grosso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Philadelphia, PA 19102
Get real support as you navigate getting/staying sober(ish) from whatever compulsive behavior you want to change (booze, romantic intrigue, codependency, shopping, drugs, etc.) You don‘t need to quit everything forever. You just need to know what you've been doing isn't ...
Harm Reduction and Abstinence Group
This group helps members more effectively express their feelings, receive support from those with similar issues, and learn new information about the substances they are struggling with. It reduces the sense of isolation that is felt that often can lead ...
This group helps members more effectively express their feelings, receive support from those with similar issues, and learn new information about the substances they are struggling with. It reduces the sense of isolation that is felt that often can lead ...
Virtual Dating & Intimacy Group
Ages 25+ This group is for singles who are having a hard time navigating the dating world. In a group setting, where you can relate to others and increase your support system, we discuss topics that most singles struggle with ...
Hosted by Cecelia S. Baldwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Jenkintown, PA 19046
Ages 25+ This group is for singles who are having a hard time navigating the dating world. In a group setting, where you can relate to others and increase your support system, we discuss topics that most singles struggle with ...
Adolescent Girls
We meet on Saturday mornings from 10-11:30 to discuss healthy relationships, self-esteem, body image, stress management, and friendships.
Hosted by Compass Counseling and Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Perkasie, PA 18944
We meet on Saturday mornings from 10-11:30 to discuss healthy relationships, self-esteem, body image, stress management, and friendships.
Theraputic Support Group for Teens
Therapy Support Group available for Teens age 13-18 years old dealing with low mood, lack of motivation and depression. If interested, please email me for start dates in the fall 2020!
Hosted by Melisa O. Furman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Philadelphia, PA 19103
Therapy Support Group available for Teens age 13-18 years old dealing with low mood, lack of motivation and depression. If interested, please email me for start dates in the fall 2020!
Gallo & Associates Psychological Services
Gallo and Associates is a group clinical practice, offering a wide range of assessment and therapeutic services, including individual, couples, and family therapy; Energy Psychology; EMDR; CBT; Neuropsychological and other types of Evaluations; Consultations; Coaching; and Seminars Training.
Hosted by Gallo and Associates Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, DCEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermitage, PA 16148
Gallo and Associates is a group clinical practice, offering a wide range of assessment and therapeutic services, including individual, couples, and family therapy; Energy Psychology; EMDR; CBT; Neuropsychological and other types of Evaluations; Consultations; Coaching; and Seminars Training.
Evolve Professional Counseling Services
We believe connection is key to feeling supported and the pathway to healing. That's why we have taken steps to ensure our connection with you is our top priority. We have joined together our unique and diverse strengths to help ...
Hosted by Hope Marie Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edinboro, PA 16412
We believe connection is key to feeling supported and the pathway to healing. That's why we have taken steps to ensure our connection with you is our top priority. We have joined together our unique and diverse strengths to help ...
Power of Intention
The Power of Intention, or the Power of 8: : This is a social change group dedicated to practicing the art of mindfulness using such techniques as shamanic journeying, energy medicine, ritual, healing and group sharing of soulful, life changing ...
Hosted by Get Centered Counseling & Energy Healing
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MEd, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Berlin, PA 17855
The Power of Intention, or the Power of 8: : This is a social change group dedicated to practicing the art of mindfulness using such techniques as shamanic journeying, energy medicine, ritual, healing and group sharing of soulful, life changing ...
Sexual Abuse Survivor Group
Healing & Empowerment- This group is aimed at those who want to actively explore their past experiences of sexual abuse and to promote sexual healing.
Hosted by Tamara Dana Kanter
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Doylestown, PA 18901
Healing & Empowerment- This group is aimed at those who want to actively explore their past experiences of sexual abuse and to promote sexual healing.
Women’s Experience Group
This group is open, meaning group members can join at any week, and are not obligated to attend weeks where topics may not be relevant to them (i.e. parenthood, pregnancy, loss). Topics include self-esteem and self-image, work/life balance and career ...
Hosted by Leyla Richards
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Royersford, PA 19468
This group is open, meaning group members can join at any week, and are not obligated to attend weeks where topics may not be relevant to them (i.e. parenthood, pregnancy, loss). Topics include self-esteem and self-image, work/life balance and career ...
Grounding, Grieving, Growing - October 1/on-going
This Grieving module is second of a 3-part series of Group Therapy using a Christian integrated approach of DBT skills & mindfulness exercises that promotes personal growth & emotional healing. This phase is designed to help you learn about healthy ...
Hosted by Arlene G Navarro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Philadelphia, PA 19103
This Grieving module is second of a 3-part series of Group Therapy using a Christian integrated approach of DBT skills & mindfulness exercises that promotes personal growth & emotional healing. This phase is designed to help you learn about healthy ...
Adult Children of Immigrants
Join me for 8 weeks to process the reality of being a child to immigrant parents. We'll be taking time to unload and learn from others on how we all navigated this complex yet captivating identity. Topics include setting boundaries ...
Hosted by Vithusha Selvavelautham
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Philadelphia, PA 19109
Join me for 8 weeks to process the reality of being a child to immigrant parents. We'll be taking time to unload and learn from others on how we all navigated this complex yet captivating identity. Topics include setting boundaries ...
Sustainable Happiness Workshop Series
The goal for this workshop series is simple and powerful:To help you lead lives that are happier, more engaged, and more deeply meaningful. I do this by drawing upon the principles of Positive Psychology."Positive Psychology is the scientific study of ...
Hosted by Linda Ruth Brackin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chadds Ford, PA 19317
The goal for this workshop series is simple and powerful:To help you lead lives that are happier, more engaged, and more deeply meaningful. I do this by drawing upon the principles of Positive Psychology."Positive Psychology is the scientific study of ...
Parent Kids w/Autism and/or ADHD Group Therapy
Focused on the research parents want to know about Parenting Stubborn Fixed Behaviors, Thoughts, etc.. Self-assessments are administered to help identify strategies, survivor guilts, generational traumas, etc The experiential learning framework applies also to the just lived-it-thus-it-felt-lik e-true-to-me mind who ...
Hosted by Melissa A Tatar-Pickersgill
Counselor, MS, NCC, BSP, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Morrisville, PA 19067
Focused on the research parents want to know about Parenting Stubborn Fixed Behaviors, Thoughts, etc.. Self-assessments are administered to help identify strategies, survivor guilts, generational traumas, etc The experiential learning framework applies also to the just lived-it-thus-it-felt-lik e-true-to-me mind who ...
Relationships and Marriage
This group is designed to provide group consultation to people who have limited time, are open to social healing, and are looking for an introduction to psychoeducation at a lower cost. We use a combination of traditional methods and new ...
This group is designed to provide group consultation to people who have limited time, are open to social healing, and are looking for an introduction to psychoeducation at a lower cost. We use a combination of traditional methods and new ...
Women's Psychotherapy Group
Women to come together and continue their healing process through the use of experiential activities, movement, yoga, meditation, & psychoeducation. Tara takes a trauma-informed integrative approach incorporating mind, body, and spirit. For women who: desire to find their authentic voice, ...
Hosted by Tara Elliot
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Reading, PA 19606
Women to come together and continue their healing process through the use of experiential activities, movement, yoga, meditation, & psychoeducation. Tara takes a trauma-informed integrative approach incorporating mind, body, and spirit. For women who: desire to find their authentic voice, ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Pennsylvania?
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.