Training for Therapist in Couples Therapy
This is a training group for licensed therapist, and will be IN PERSON staring May 19. It will be limited to 10 licensed clinicians who are interested in gaining knowledge and skills in Gestalt couples therapy and applying research on ...
Hosted by Adrienne J Bentsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04102
This is a training group for licensed therapist, and will be IN PERSON staring May 19. It will be limited to 10 licensed clinicians who are interested in gaining knowledge and skills in Gestalt couples therapy and applying research on ...
Over 50! Women's Issues Group
Meet the challenges of this post menopause body. Gather with other women who are dealing with feeling differently about being a wife, mother, daughter or worker. This is time to work on issues long put on "hold". This group is ...
Meet the challenges of this post menopause body. Gather with other women who are dealing with feeling differently about being a wife, mother, daughter or worker. This is time to work on issues long put on "hold". This group is ...
Peace Behavioral Health
A boutique Adult, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychology practice located in Saco/Biddeford Maine and serving the greater Portland Maine area with in-person visits in addition to all of Maine via telehealth. We can often offer same-week appointments, medication and ...
A boutique Adult, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychology practice located in Saco/Biddeford Maine and serving the greater Portland Maine area with in-person visits in addition to all of Maine via telehealth. We can often offer same-week appointments, medication and ...
Eating Mindfully
I am starting a group where eating less is the focus, using mindfulness, cognitive restructuring and material from a Course in miracles. Looking for 6-8 participants.
Hosted by Este Underdown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockland, ME 04841
I am starting a group where eating less is the focus, using mindfulness, cognitive restructuring and material from a Course in miracles. Looking for 6-8 participants.
SAFE Group
Sexual Abuse Family Education. Topics covered include normal sexual development, Maine state laws, mandating reporting, how to be a chaperone for a person with problematic sexual behavior, how to talk to children about sexual abuse, what to do if you ...
Hosted by Meredith Torrey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bangor, ME 04401
Sexual Abuse Family Education. Topics covered include normal sexual development, Maine state laws, mandating reporting, how to be a chaperone for a person with problematic sexual behavior, how to talk to children about sexual abuse, what to do if you ...
Women's Retreats
Women's Retreats will be held at the Bold Colorful Life Retreat Center in Boothbay and will be 3 day retreats and week-long retreats. Topics include: 'Life Purpose', 'Return of the Alpha Female' and 'Bold Colorful Life'.
Each Retreat includes work on ...
Hosted by Melissa L Thornton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Boothbay, ME 04537
Women's Retreats will be held at the Bold Colorful Life Retreat Center in Boothbay and will be 3 day retreats and week-long retreats. Topics include: 'Life Purpose', 'Return of the Alpha Female' and 'Bold Colorful Life'.
Each Retreat includes work on ...
Parents of children with ADD/ADHD
This group is for parents of children with the diagnosis of ADD/ADHD, or children with behavioral issues. The topics discussed will be effective parenting, parenting to the strengths of the child, stress management for parents.
This group is for parents of children with the diagnosis of ADD/ADHD, or children with behavioral issues. The topics discussed will be effective parenting, parenting to the strengths of the child, stress management for parents.
You Can Heal Your Life Women's Study Group
This study group is based on Louise Hay's book You Can Heal Your Life. I am certified to offer her groups and workshops. The group is offered once a year, usually starts in the fall and meets for 10 weeks. ...
Hosted by Diane Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westbrook, ME 04092
This study group is based on Louise Hay's book You Can Heal Your Life. I am certified to offer her groups and workshops. The group is offered once a year, usually starts in the fall and meets for 10 weeks. ...
Ecoanxiety and Solastalgia: Women Rising/September
As we finally are accepting that climate crisis is real, many of us feel overwhelmed, avoiding conversations about where we are headed, causing further isolation and disassociation. Finding a safe place to share our pain and work together in healing ...
Hosted by Kali Bird Isis
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMT
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Biddeford, ME 04005
As we finally are accepting that climate crisis is real, many of us feel overwhelmed, avoiding conversations about where we are headed, causing further isolation and disassociation. Finding a safe place to share our pain and work together in healing ...
Womens Group
I will be offering various groups in the upcoming year, 2018 - to be announced
Hosted by Julie Holden, MSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westbrook, ME 04092
I will be offering various groups in the upcoming year, 2018 - to be announced
Mens Group
Men's Group is a place to get support around learning clear communication skills, relationship building, developing emotional intelligence and learning to ask for and accept help. This is a closed group. An assessment by the facilitator is required for admission ...
Hosted by Tom Allan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04103
Men's Group is a place to get support around learning clear communication skills, relationship building, developing emotional intelligence and learning to ask for and accept help. This is a closed group. An assessment by the facilitator is required for admission ...
Grief Group
Hosted by Elisabeth Heij
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04103
Women's Group (This group is closed at this time)
Empowering Equine for Transcending Women is a therapeutic group designed to address the unique issues that are relevant to women. This group utilizes a blend of Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and traditional group therapy, techniques. Areas Explored in session may consist ...
Hosted by April Cloutier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Liberty, ME 04949
Empowering Equine for Transcending Women is a therapeutic group designed to address the unique issues that are relevant to women. This group utilizes a blend of Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and traditional group therapy, techniques. Areas Explored in session may consist ...
Young Professional Interpersonal Process Group
This is a process group for young professionals interested in addressing relationship difficulties and anxiety while fostering their professional growth and identity. This is a high-functioning co-ed adult group looking for clients with a capacity for self-reflection. The goal of ...
Hosted by Dan Zuiches, PhD
Psychologist, PhD, MBA, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
This is a process group for young professionals interested in addressing relationship difficulties and anxiety while fostering their professional growth and identity. This is a high-functioning co-ed adult group looking for clients with a capacity for self-reflection. The goal of ...
Inner Child Psychoeducation Group
Level 1 RRP group (Relationship Recovery Process): This group is for Childhood Trauma Survivors interested in understanding what they have been through and working towards recovery. I am running one 6 month, virtual inner child group this spring. Anyone interested ...
Hosted by Molly Schneider (Previously: Yasi)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
Level 1 RRP group (Relationship Recovery Process): This group is for Childhood Trauma Survivors interested in understanding what they have been through and working towards recovery. I am running one 6 month, virtual inner child group this spring. Anyone interested ...
Courageous Men's Support Group
In a supportive setting, we will have a chance to share our stories and learn to be intimate as men. Together we will create a sacred space to learn to honor self and others. This small on-going group offers an ...
Hosted by Stephen Robert Andrew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
In a supportive setting, we will have a chance to share our stories and learn to be intimate as men. Together we will create a sacred space to learn to honor self and others. This small on-going group offers an ...
Women's Group: Recovering from Toxic Relationships
Bi-weekly online women's group for recovery and connection. This circle is a space for women to heal together & rediscover their authentic selves while in the process of ending, and in the aftermath of leaving, toxic relationships and narcissistic abuse. ...
Hosted by Sarah Dugas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, CSTT, NATC
Verified Verified
Group meets in South Portland, ME 04106
Bi-weekly online women's group for recovery and connection. This circle is a space for women to heal together & rediscover their authentic selves while in the process of ending, and in the aftermath of leaving, toxic relationships and narcissistic abuse. ...
Pesso Boyden Psychomotor System[PBSP]
Pesso Boyden Psychomotor System[PBSP] is a highly respected mind-body therapy which utilizes role-playing [or reenactment] to access and process experiences from the past that continue to influence present day emotions, attitudes, expectations and decisions. Within this role-playing structure which offers ...
Hosted by Katherine Stevens Westmoreland
Counselor, MS, MEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kennebunk, ME 04043
Pesso Boyden Psychomotor System[PBSP] is a highly respected mind-body therapy which utilizes role-playing [or reenactment] to access and process experiences from the past that continue to influence present day emotions, attitudes, expectations and decisions. Within this role-playing structure which offers ...
Working with Men in groups
At this time of COVID 19 we are having no group counseling.
Hosted by Patrick McGrath-Conwell
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saco, ME 04072
At this time of COVID 19 we are having no group counseling.
Grief and Hope
This is a group that meets to discuss issues of grief and loss in a safe setting. ON HOLD Please call about individual counseling at this time.
Hosted by Mary Lou McManus-Richter
Counselor, RN, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gray, ME 04039
This is a group that meets to discuss issues of grief and loss in a safe setting. ON HOLD Please call about individual counseling at this time.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Maine?
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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.