Pregnancy and Infant Loss Group
This group will meet weekly. Members are invited on an ongoing basis and groups will run indefinitely. Members will support one another on this lonely journey and you will feel less isolated. You will be amongst others who understand your ...
Hosted by Fairfield County Groups
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfield, CT 06824
This group will meet weekly. Members are invited on an ongoing basis and groups will run indefinitely. Members will support one another on this lonely journey and you will feel less isolated. You will be amongst others who understand your ...
Social Skills Group
Our two social skills group are for Younger Kids and Teenagers who are struggling at school, with peers, and at home. Children in our group try to make and keep friends; however, their negative thinking and low self esteem may ...
Hosted by Courtney Carey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Greenwich, CT 06831
Our two social skills group are for Younger Kids and Teenagers who are struggling at school, with peers, and at home. Children in our group try to make and keep friends; however, their negative thinking and low self esteem may ...
Intuitive Development Group
Group held in Enfield or in your space/office/home with like-minded colleagues who want to develop one's sacred intuitive pathways. I teach nine essential beliefs for opening the portal to a life of abundance. Practice exercises each week are given for ...
Hosted by Sharon R Massoth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Enfield, CT 06082
Group held in Enfield or in your space/office/home with like-minded colleagues who want to develop one's sacred intuitive pathways. I teach nine essential beliefs for opening the portal to a life of abundance. Practice exercises each week are given for ...
Postpartum Depression Support Group
Don't go through postpartum depression alone! Starting Monday, February 12, 2024, this group will give you knowledge and coping skills to combat postpartum depression and you will get support from professional therapists and other group members who are going through ...
Hosted by Stephanie Watkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newington, CT 06111
Don't go through postpartum depression alone! Starting Monday, February 12, 2024, this group will give you knowledge and coping skills to combat postpartum depression and you will get support from professional therapists and other group members who are going through ...
Family Constellations
Family Constellations is an experiential approach. It is revered for its quick and deep understanding of the problem in the Individual, Couple, Family or Organization. UTube, "What is Family Constellations?"
Hosted by Wayne Cina
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Middlebury, CT 06762
Family Constellations is an experiential approach. It is revered for its quick and deep understanding of the problem in the Individual, Couple, Family or Organization. UTube, "What is Family Constellations?"
DBT Group For Adolescents
Greenwich Psychology Group offers Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to adolescents. Our clinicians have specialized training in providing DBT for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders, and emotional regulation. We focus on the core principals of DBT: Mindfulness, Emotional ...
Hosted by Donna Dyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Greenwich, CT 06831
Greenwich Psychology Group offers Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to adolescents. Our clinicians have specialized training in providing DBT for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders, and emotional regulation. We focus on the core principals of DBT: Mindfulness, Emotional ...
Women's Group
Supportive women's group. Contact Elaine directly for more information
Hosted by Elaine Almeida
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Monroe, CT 06468
Supportive women's group. Contact Elaine directly for more information
Grief Recovery Method Group
An 8 week program based on the Grief Recovery Handbook from the Grief Recovery Institute. Meetings are 2 hours and focused on helping grievers take specific action steps to move beyond their pain to a more fulfilling life. Grief may ...
Hosted by Nancy V Sadock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Greenwich, CT 06831
An 8 week program based on the Grief Recovery Handbook from the Grief Recovery Institute. Meetings are 2 hours and focused on helping grievers take specific action steps to move beyond their pain to a more fulfilling life. Grief may ...
Individual therapist’s
Individual & group therapy across the life span. Trauma, addiction and the spectrum of mental health and disabilities.
Hosted by Dayna Leigh Giordano
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-, BC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Branford, CT 06405
Individual & group therapy across the life span. Trauma, addiction and the spectrum of mental health and disabilities.
Music, Emotions and Individuality
This group is for 14-15 boys, who struggle with substance use, anxiety, relationships, anger management, and motivation. Uses media like music, movies, and TV to facilitate discussions and get at underlying emotions that motivate behavior.
This group will help teens to ...
This group is for 14-15 boys, who struggle with substance use, anxiety, relationships, anger management, and motivation. Uses media like music, movies, and TV to facilitate discussions and get at underlying emotions that motivate behavior.
This group will help teens to ...
Men's, Compassion-based Parenting, Divorce
General Psychotherapy groups geared to meet the needs and goals of its members.
Hosted by David J Cantor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, JD
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Hartford, CT 06119
General Psychotherapy groups geared to meet the needs and goals of its members.
Therapeutic Meditation Group
Hosted by Susan Woodward Psychotherapy and Meditation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hartford, CT 06105
Avoidance & Procrastination (anxiety/depression)
The only group of its kind in the region, "Avoidance & Procrastination" is open to nice people who are caring about others, but find it difficult to ensure their own needs are met, especially when it comes to doing things ...
Hosted by Tracy Colsen Schaperow
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Waterford, CT 06385
The only group of its kind in the region, "Avoidance & Procrastination" is open to nice people who are caring about others, but find it difficult to ensure their own needs are met, especially when it comes to doing things ...
DBT Teen Group
Know a teen struggling with depression, anxiety, self-harming behavior or low-self esteem. This is a weekly group with different activities and discussion to help your teen build coping skills. Your teen will learn how to make healthy choices, maintain relationships, ...
Hosted by Lianna Tsangarides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CDBT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Watertown, CT 06795
Know a teen struggling with depression, anxiety, self-harming behavior or low-self esteem. This is a weekly group with different activities and discussion to help your teen build coping skills. Your teen will learn how to make healthy choices, maintain relationships, ...
Expression: What I Need to Be Me
Weekly online therapy support group for young adults ages 18-24. Established group with a couple of openings for new members. This is a group where you will receive support, solidarity, psychoeducation and acceptance.
Hosted by Changing FACES
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manchester, CT 06040
Weekly online therapy support group for young adults ages 18-24. Established group with a couple of openings for new members. This is a group where you will receive support, solidarity, psychoeducation and acceptance.
Look out for an upcoming Moving thru Grief group.
Hosted by Anne Haubert
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Glastonbury, CT 06033
Inner Strength and Empowerment Group
The Inner Strength and Empowerment Group focuses on building self-esteem, resiliency, and coping skills in individuals with trauma history in a supportive and empowering manner. Individual participants will engage in specific topic-focused discussions and activities while reflecting on their situation ...
Hosted by D Alers Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EdD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hartford, CT 06105
The Inner Strength and Empowerment Group focuses on building self-esteem, resiliency, and coping skills in individuals with trauma history in a supportive and empowering manner. Individual participants will engage in specific topic-focused discussions and activities while reflecting on their situation ...
Cancer Support Group
This free group is designed to lend support and resources to people and their loved ones that are battling cancer.
Hosted by Rhonda Spaziani
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norwich, CT 06360
This free group is designed to lend support and resources to people and their loved ones that are battling cancer.
Anxiety & Social Skills Groups for Kids and Teens
I run small groups for kids and teens designed to decrease anxiety and improve social skills and social connections. If you would like more information about these groups please reach out to me!
Hosted by Lauren Wolfe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sandy Hook, CT 06482
I run small groups for kids and teens designed to decrease anxiety and improve social skills and social connections. If you would like more information about these groups please reach out to me!
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Connecticut?
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.