Support Groups in Fairfax, VA

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Grief during Covid
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified
Verified
"Virtual Group for adult survivors who have had a loved one die during this time of a pandemic. The normal process of grief and mourning were disrupted with alterations in funerals, gatherings of family and friends, and religious rituals. This ..."
(703) 634-4814
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Fairfax, VA 22030
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W.O.W (Women of Worth) Support Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
"As women, we face many daily challenges and stressors. The purpose of the W.O.W group is to provide a supportive, and nurturing group therapy atmosphere to work through the daily struggles women encounter. Group members, together with a licensed professional ..."
(703) 935-8314
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Fairfax, VA 22031
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Northern Virginia DBT Skills Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a powerful, evidence-based treatment modality used to treat a variety of psychiatric disorders. If you suffer from PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), or an eating disorder, our DBT program can help ..."
(703) 935-2547
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Fairfax, VA 22031
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Group Therapy for Men
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCSW, LMFT-R, LPC-R
Verified
Verified
"You feel stuck, wishing things would change but unsure of what to change, or how. Nothing you do seems to be enough to make others happy and your efforts feel unseen or unappreciated. Maybe you’re unsure of how you feel ..."
(571) 200-4205
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Fairfax, VA 22030
Not accepting new clients
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Pausing in Practice
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Pause to practice using the emotion regulating techniques that many of us know, but struggle to implement consistently. In group we use breath work, body movement, thoughtful attention, and visualization to improve our ability to: notice, name, and tolerate our ..."
(571) 616-9783
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Fairfax, VA 22030
Not accepting new clients
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Child Social Skills Group Therapy (ages 7-11)
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
"Please join our weekly group every Tuesday at 5pm where we will work on conversation skills, joining in, listening, attention, emotional awareness, managing anger and avoiding bullying. Our group will have a maximum of 7 children and while we'll be ..."
(703) 498-2547
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Fairfax, VA 22030
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Children's Social Skills Group (ages 7-11)
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified
Verified
"Our child social skills group will be led by Dr. Emily Claus and will focus primarily on providing your child with the skills that they'll need to develop and maintain healthy relationships as well as learning and developing essential life ..."
(703) 639-4155
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Fairfax, VA 22030
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Trauma Consultation Group For Clinicians
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, CSAC, CSAT
Verified
Verified
"Monthly case consultation group for those wishing to discuss complex cases involving trauma and dissociation. EMDR training through EMDRIA is required to be a member of this group. This group is limited to 7 participants and meets on the 2nd ..."
(703) 349-4558
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Fairfax, VA 22030
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Group Therapy for Men
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCSW, LMFT-R, LPC-R
Verified
Verified
"You feel stuck, wishing things would change but unsure of what to change, or how. Nothing you do seems to be enough to make others happy and your efforts feel unseen or unappreciated. Maybe you’re unsure of how you feel ..."
(571) 200-3248
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Fairfax, VA 22030
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anger management for women in spanish
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
"Anger Management for women is Spanish "
(703) 884-2437
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Fairfax, VA 22030
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COVID19 & Infertility Support
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
Verified
"If COVID19 has impacted your family building plans, please join me virtually each Friday. Contact me directly for additional details and the video link. "
(703) 794-2167
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Fairfax, VA 22030
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Sex Addiction/Problematic Sexual Behavior Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSOTP, CSAT
Verified
Verified
"Open group for adult men with compulsive sexual behaviors/addiction and/or legal involvement. "
(703) 457-8839
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Fairfax, VA 22030
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Why Are We Here?
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CSAC, NCAC II
Verified
Verified
"Why We Are Here group begins the conversion of self-discovery of what brought you to substance abuse treatment. What consequences or lifestyle stressors did you experience? Accepting ownership of your behavior. Steps One, Two, and Three groups focus on the ..."
(703) 832-4807
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Fairfax, VA 22030
ASAP group therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC, MAC, CSOTP
Verified
Verified
"Wednesday nights 6-730, $85/group, 16 week group. "
(703) 932-7107
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Fairfax, VA 22030
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Sexual Assault Survivors Group
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified
Verified
"Are you a survivor of sexual assault? You are not alone. Dr. Jessica David will begin hosting group therapy sessions for survivors of sexual assault, abuse and/or trauma. The group therapy sessions will be a safe, open environment open to ..."
(703) 348-8047
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Fairfax, VA 22030
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Women's Psychotherapy Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified
Verified
"Are you focusing your energy on taking care of others, even at the expense of your own personal fulfillment? Are you seeking deeper connections? Are you ready to find new ways to make meaningful changes in your life? You are ..."
(703) 291-6374
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Fairfax, VA 22031
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Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Process Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, EdS
Verified
Verified
"If you identify as an adult survivor of childhood sexual assault/abuse/trauma, you might find it beneficial to join a therapy group, in which you can process your experiences in a judgment-free and safe space. This therapy group will help you ..."
(703) 783-2617
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Fairfax, VA 22030
Waitlist for new clients
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The Foundation
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CSAC, CTP
Verified
Verified
"This group is for those in early stages of Recovery, meaning their first four months. "
(571) 339-5145
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Group meets in:
Fairfax, VA 22030
Waitlist for new clients
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Grief Support Group (Homicide Loss Specific)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"This FREE group provides a safe environment for those mourning the death of a loved one due to homicide. The group is coordinated by the Virginia Victims Assistance Network and generously funded by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. ..."
(571) 520-0873
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Fairfax, VA 22030
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Anger Management Online Virtual Groups
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
"These are virtual Anger management groups you attend from the comfort of your own home. An online link is provided for you to enter a Virtual room on your computer. Once you enter, you will able to see your Facilitator ..."
(571) 517-1407
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Fairfax, VA 22030

What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Fairfax Support Groups and Group Therapy both offer a safe place to explore important issues. It is important, however, to understand the difference between the two.

Group therapy in Fairfax is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.

Support groups in Fairfax are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.

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.

Is Group Therapy Right For You?
Group therapy in Fairfax allows you to benefit from the experiences and sharing of others. Listening to others, and recognizing what you have in common, allows you to learn about yourself. In the group environment, where therapy types such as Mindfulness Based group therapy are used, you can recognize aspects of yourself that you may choose to modify or change.

As other members share about their lives, you might see your own experiences or see patterns you hadn’t noticed previously. The group allows you to better understand issues you might not have noticed before.

Hearing the stories of group members gets you outside of yourself and helps you see your life differently. As you do that, a process of self-acceptance and empathy for others occurs as you learn to relate with others in the group.

Group therapy and support groups in Fairfax can also be a less expensive alternative to individual therapy. While you should check with your insurance company, you’ll often find that therapist led group psychotherapy is covered, while peer-led support groups are not. Either way, group session costs are generally less expensive than individual therapy.