B&G Counseling
Focusing on Child, Adolescent, Family and Couples Therapy
Hosted by Walker Behavioral Healthcare, LLC
Counselor, MEd, LCMHCA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28277
Focusing on Child, Adolescent, Family and Couples Therapy
Healthcare Worker Wednesdays
This group is designed to create a safe space for healthcare workers to support each other in a nurturing environment. It can be hard to focus on your own needs as a healthcare worker. It's time to begin caring for ...
Hosted by Taylor Ballew
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Morganton, NC 28655
This group is designed to create a safe space for healthcare workers to support each other in a nurturing environment. It can be hard to focus on your own needs as a healthcare worker. It's time to begin caring for ...
Teens Group
Using art and fun activities, this group will discuss topics including: Communication skills, Self-esteem/Empowerment, Stand up to emotional bullying, Positive body image, Healthy relationship skills, Coping skills, School success skills. Ages: Seventh to Eleventh grade (13-17). Open to all genders. ...
Hosted by Julia Wheeler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wake Forest, NC 27587
Using art and fun activities, this group will discuss topics including: Communication skills, Self-esteem/Empowerment, Stand up to emotional bullying, Positive body image, Healthy relationship skills, Coping skills, School success skills. Ages: Seventh to Eleventh grade (13-17). Open to all genders. ...
Asheville Women's Art Therapy Group
Sessions focus on mindfulness-based creative approaches – including drawing, painting, sculpting, and writing combined with mindful meditations, authentic movement, and breathing exercises to help you move through daily stressors with more ease, while being in a supportive community.
Sessions focus on mindfulness-based creative approaches – including drawing, painting, sculpting, and writing combined with mindful meditations, authentic movement, and breathing exercises to help you move through daily stressors with more ease, while being in a supportive community.
Clearwater Counseling and Consulting, PLLC
Clearwater Counseling and Consulting, PLLC, was founded by Elizabeth Kovacs, LCSW, in 2019 as a place of support for adults coping with the stress of caregiving, parenting, chronic illness, and family tension. Located on the shores of Lake Norman, Clearwater ...
Hosted by Elizabeth W. Kovacs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cornelius, NC 28031
Clearwater Counseling and Consulting, PLLC, was founded by Elizabeth Kovacs, LCSW, in 2019 as a place of support for adults coping with the stress of caregiving, parenting, chronic illness, and family tension. Located on the shores of Lake Norman, Clearwater ...
Leadership Development
This group is for leaders seeking to sharpen their leadership skills. This is a 4 month segment of learning about leadership. We will meet monthly (virtually). I am so eagerly excited to help support you in your growth. Feel free ...
Hosted by Veronda Bellamy
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28262
This group is for leaders seeking to sharpen their leadership skills. This is a 4 month segment of learning about leadership. We will meet monthly (virtually). I am so eagerly excited to help support you in your growth. Feel free ...
DBT Informed Creative Arts Group for Adolescents
This group is open to new members age 13-17 and will focus on teaching DBT skills with a creative arts element. This group will be ongoing and teens need to commit to an 8-week minimum participation at a time.
Hosted by Vanessa Guerrero
LCMHC Associate, MA, LCMHC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Weaverville, NC 28787
This group is open to new members age 13-17 and will focus on teaching DBT skills with a creative arts element. This group will be ongoing and teens need to commit to an 8-week minimum participation at a time.
Carolina Performance
At Carolina Performance, our providers assist people with a variety of mental health concerns. Most of our clients are non-athletes. Our mission is to enhance the performance of our clients, resulting in a smarter approach to sports, a more effective ...
At Carolina Performance, our providers assist people with a variety of mental health concerns. Most of our clients are non-athletes. Our mission is to enhance the performance of our clients, resulting in a smarter approach to sports, a more effective ...
Mother Wound Support Group
This is an adult women's group for daughters healing from maternal narcissistic abuse. Narcissism can show up in many different ways as it relates to motherhood. Healing in community is key to long term and sustainable improvement in mental health. ...
Hosted by Halimah A. Hargett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28209
This is an adult women's group for daughters healing from maternal narcissistic abuse. Narcissism can show up in many different ways as it relates to motherhood. Healing in community is key to long term and sustainable improvement in mental health. ...
"Soaring for Change"
Hosted by Soar for Change/Kelly C Henson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCAS, CMIP, SBRM, Reiki, M
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clayton, NC 27527
Emotional Eating and Weight Mastery
Hosted by Candi T Jeter Hypnotherapist
EdS, MS, RTT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Greensboro, NC 27408
Like A Girl
The Like A Girl Workshop is a group that explores what it means to be a teenage girl. We'll talk about things like how to recognize healthy friendships, how to manage anxiety when you're feeling overwhelmed, how to have a ...
Hosted by Kristy Yetman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Matthews, NC 28105
The Like A Girl Workshop is a group that explores what it means to be a teenage girl. We'll talk about things like how to recognize healthy friendships, how to manage anxiety when you're feeling overwhelmed, how to have a ...
Men's Recovery Group
This process and support group is for men in early recovery from addiction who are prepared to "dive deeper" into the questions, "How did I get here and how do I not go back there?" Pre-screeening required.
Hosted by Michelle Holleman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCAS, CSAT, CPTT, CMAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
This process and support group is for men in early recovery from addiction who are prepared to "dive deeper" into the questions, "How did I get here and how do I not go back there?" Pre-screeening required.
NC Clinical Licensure Supervision
I am registered with the NC Board of Social Work to provide licensure supervision to LCSW-As. If you are seeking supervision and would like to interview please reach out to me via email.
Hosted by Kristi Brim Rakes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Eden, NC 27288
I am registered with the NC Board of Social Work to provide licensure supervision to LCSW-As. If you are seeking supervision and would like to interview please reach out to me via email.
Anger Management Group: Hope
Specialties: Facilitating couples, Individuals, Businesses, and Group Anger Management classes, Court Orders, Relationship Coach, Employee Coach, and self-referrals. We offer EQi 2.0 assessments as a highly recommended instrument in greatly improving current self-development, work, and personal relationships. The group was ...
Hosted by Valera Counseling Services, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, CCMHC, CTF-CBT, SOTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Greensboro, NC 27408
Specialties: Facilitating couples, Individuals, Businesses, and Group Anger Management classes, Court Orders, Relationship Coach, Employee Coach, and self-referrals. We offer EQi 2.0 assessments as a highly recommended instrument in greatly improving current self-development, work, and personal relationships. The group was ...
DWI Groups, ADETS, OPT Groups, Anger Mgmt Groups
We offer DWI Assessments and groups based on the clients needs. This includes ADETS, Short Term and Long Term treatment groups. Let us assist you in meeting Legal requirements by offering you groups in a relaxed supportive environment. We offer ...
Hosted by Gale Batts Shiver
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCAS, CCS, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Greenville, NC 27858
We offer DWI Assessments and groups based on the clients needs. This includes ADETS, Short Term and Long Term treatment groups. Let us assist you in meeting Legal requirements by offering you groups in a relaxed supportive environment. We offer ...
Women's Support Group: Life After Infidelity
Group is currently inactive. This group is for women who have experienced infidelity in their marriage or relationship. The purpose of this women's group is to initiate discussion on why people cheat, and the emotional instability it can cause as ...
Hosted by Stephanie Wood
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, CRC, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Greensboro, NC 27410
Group is currently inactive. This group is for women who have experienced infidelity in their marriage or relationship. The purpose of this women's group is to initiate discussion on why people cheat, and the emotional instability it can cause as ...
CTSHealth
Medication Management, Outpatient Therapy, High-Fidelity Wraparound Services
Hosted by CTSHealth Integrated Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hickory, NC 28602
Medication Management, Outpatient Therapy, High-Fidelity Wraparound Services
Embodying Queerness
This group will focus on building trust and pride in the body through an affirming, inclusive, body positive lens. Adult (18+) members of any portion of the LGBTQ+ community are invited. Content to include the body in the first person, ...
Hosted by Kaelin Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wilmington, NC 28403
This group will focus on building trust and pride in the body through an affirming, inclusive, body positive lens. Adult (18+) members of any portion of the LGBTQ+ community are invited. Content to include the body in the first person, ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in North Carolina?
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.