Danny Gordon & Associates Counseling
Danny Gordon, Danielle Beardsley, and Jami Pugh work together to provide evidence based mindfulness grounded psychotherapy services to children, families, and individual adults. We help people strengthen resilience and tap into their own source(s) of wisdom.
Hosted by D Gordon & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60615
Danny Gordon, Danielle Beardsley, and Jami Pugh work together to provide evidence based mindfulness grounded psychotherapy services to children, families, and individual adults. We help people strengthen resilience and tap into their own source(s) of wisdom.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Group
This group meets once per week to learn skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Hosted by Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, LPHA, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60649
This group meets once per week to learn skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Emotional Wellness Webinar
If it is difficult for you to see therapy as an option because trusting someone with your private struggles can be intimidating, consider taking our class on emotional wellness. Participants are taught the importance of making their mental health a ...
Hosted by DC Psych Consulting
Psychologist, Psy, D
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richton Park, IL 60471
If it is difficult for you to see therapy as an option because trusting someone with your private struggles can be intimidating, consider taking our class on emotional wellness. Participants are taught the importance of making their mental health a ...
Art Therapy Groups
There are various types of Art Therapy groups to join. Call to inquire.
Hosted by Susannah Ward
Pre-Licensed Professional, ATR, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Northbrook, IL 60062
There are various types of Art Therapy groups to join. Call to inquire.
Summer Program for Children and Teens
The Counseling and Diagnostic Center of Woodfield is offering an innovative summer program focused on children and teens. The main focus is keeping children's skills sharp for the upcoming school year and assisting with social skills. This is done in ...
Hosted by Counseling & Diagnostic Center of Woodfield, Ltd
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Schaumburg, IL 60173
The Counseling and Diagnostic Center of Woodfield is offering an innovative summer program focused on children and teens. The main focus is keeping children's skills sharp for the upcoming school year and assisting with social skills. This is done in ...
DBT
Group and individual treatment focusing on the development and use of DBT skills.
Hosted by PsyCare of FCS
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Aurora, IL 60506
Group and individual treatment focusing on the development and use of DBT skills.
Naperville Clinical Associates
Hosted by Jennifer Jasso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Naperville, IL 60563
Better Communities Counseling
Better Communities Counseling focuses on helping clients manage issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship conflict, compassion fatigue, anger, self-esteem, family conflict, and workplace stress. Our approach is inviting, client-centered, nonjudgemental, and relationship-based. We focus on helping clients identify goals ...
Hosted by Amanda Connor
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oak Park, IL 60301
Better Communities Counseling focuses on helping clients manage issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship conflict, compassion fatigue, anger, self-esteem, family conflict, and workplace stress. Our approach is inviting, client-centered, nonjudgemental, and relationship-based. We focus on helping clients identify goals ...
Moms Supporting Moms
This group is for moms who have young children, ages 4-10. The group will consist of moms only and is a space to discuss behavioral issues, caregiver burnout, and parenting concerns.
Hosted by Jennifer Chicoine
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Orland Park, IL 60462
This group is for moms who have young children, ages 4-10. The group will consist of moms only and is a space to discuss behavioral issues, caregiver burnout, and parenting concerns.
S.M.A.R.T. Living LLC
Dr. Schreier is a clinical and forensic psychologist. She is an author, speaker, media contributor, & professor. She is board-certified in clinical psychology and a fellow of the American Academy of Clinical Psychology. Web: http://drschreier.com and http://drdaniela.com. Twitter @doctordaniela
Hosted by Daniela Schreier
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60602
Dr. Schreier is a clinical and forensic psychologist. She is an author, speaker, media contributor, & professor. She is board-certified in clinical psychology and a fellow of the American Academy of Clinical Psychology. Web: http://drschreier.com and http://drdaniela.com. Twitter @doctordaniela
Mental Health Group
At Mental Health Group, we specialize in providing comprehensive psychiatric care, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Our team of psychiatry specialists is dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and preventing a wide range of mental, emotional, and behavioral ...
Hosted by Mental Health Group
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Franklin Park, IL 60131
At Mental Health Group, we specialize in providing comprehensive psychiatric care, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Our team of psychiatry specialists is dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and preventing a wide range of mental, emotional, and behavioral ...
Don't Freak Out..Geek Out
A weekly group for KIDS ages 9-12 years old that provide an opportunity for them to develop their relationship with the most important person in their lives-themselves! Using geek therapy, kids will learn real life skills to improve their self-esteem ...
Hosted by Ellie Mental Health- Chicagoland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Downers Grove, IL 60515
A weekly group for KIDS ages 9-12 years old that provide an opportunity for them to develop their relationship with the most important person in their lives-themselves! Using geek therapy, kids will learn real life skills to improve their self-esteem ...
Various Wellness Groups
We believe that therapy can and should extend beyond the therapy room. We provide experiences for clients to go out into the community and practice the skills they've learned. If you sign up for a wellness event, you and a ...
We believe that therapy can and should extend beyond the therapy room. We provide experiences for clients to go out into the community and practice the skills they've learned. If you sign up for a wellness event, you and a ...
DBT Skills Group Therapy-13-17yo
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is an evidence-based modality that uses a skill-building curriculum to encourage participants to manage their emotions by practicing mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotional regulation, as well as the development of positive interpersonal relationships. It is a long-term ...
Hosted by BZA Behavioral Health-LITH Office
Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is an evidence-based modality that uses a skill-building curriculum to encourage participants to manage their emotions by practicing mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotional regulation, as well as the development of positive interpersonal relationships. It is a long-term ...
Pelvic Pain Support Group
This monthly support group is dedicated to bringing folx (ages 20-40, vulva-owners) together who are experiencing persistent pelvic pain (e.g. endometriosis, vaginismus, and vulvodynia). This support group is for those with pelvic pain to have a place to talk honestly ...
Hosted by Rebecca Patterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60602
This monthly support group is dedicated to bringing folx (ages 20-40, vulva-owners) together who are experiencing persistent pelvic pain (e.g. endometriosis, vaginismus, and vulvodynia). This support group is for those with pelvic pain to have a place to talk honestly ...
HykeLyfe, PLLC
HykeLyfe, PLLC is a woman-owned practice that has been thriving since 2018. Helping others face the world with a champion to guide you can be a game changer in self-confidence and motivation. We practice a team approach, both with each ...
Hosted by Brittany Stevenson
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Palos Heights, IL 60463
HykeLyfe, PLLC is a woman-owned practice that has been thriving since 2018. Helping others face the world with a champion to guide you can be a game changer in self-confidence and motivation. We practice a team approach, both with each ...
Best Of You
Bi-weekly focus on maintaining a solid, sober support network and ongoing recovery support. Topics include identification and management of real world triggers, craving management, facing strong emotions, building and using coping skills and finding balance. Please see the flier in ...
Bi-weekly focus on maintaining a solid, sober support network and ongoing recovery support. Topics include identification and management of real world triggers, craving management, facing strong emotions, building and using coping skills and finding balance. Please see the flier in ...
New Light Individual and Family Counseling
Hosted by Rameya Shanmugavelayutham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60614
LGBTQ+ Therapy Support Group (Virtual)
LGBTQ+ Therapy Support group is for adults that will meet on Google Meets, beginning October 2nd. This group will help individuals explore identity and build community, strategize coping mechanisms, discover new perspectives, find resilience within, and learn more about themselves. ...
LGBTQ+ Therapy Support group is for adults that will meet on Google Meets, beginning October 2nd. This group will help individuals explore identity and build community, strategize coping mechanisms, discover new perspectives, find resilience within, and learn more about themselves. ...
New Mom Book Club
Join Mind Made Well Counseling and BStrong together for a a free, virtual book club for parents and primary caregivers of children 18 months and under. We will meet virtually and discuss the book "Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts" by ...
Hosted by Rachel M. Menge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Barrington, IL 60010
Join Mind Made Well Counseling and BStrong together for a a free, virtual book club for parents and primary caregivers of children 18 months and under. We will meet virtually and discuss the book "Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts" by ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Illinois?
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.