Support Groups in Austin, TX
Awkward Recovery
So you are early in recovery, possibly fresh out of treatment and wondering what is next? How to stay sober? That is where Awkward Recovery comes in. Awkward Recovery is the answer to the questions, "Whats next" and "How do ...
Hosted by Atomic Souls Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78702
So you are early in recovery, possibly fresh out of treatment and wondering what is next? How to stay sober? That is where Awkward Recovery comes in. Awkward Recovery is the answer to the questions, "Whats next" and "How do ...
Teen Skills Group for Eating Disorders
Umbrella Psychotherapy offers an in-person therapy group for teens to help build connections and community while strengthening therapeutic skills. This support group is for ages 13-18. The details: the groups are facilitated by Niki DuBois, LCSW. Group material covers therapeutic ...
Hosted by Niki DuBois
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78746
Umbrella Psychotherapy offers an in-person therapy group for teens to help build connections and community while strengthening therapeutic skills. This support group is for ages 13-18. The details: the groups are facilitated by Niki DuBois, LCSW. Group material covers therapeutic ...
Everyday Empowement
This is a teleconference group for women and men. We meet by phone once a week to practice Conscious Living and Loving practices and to support each other in stepping into our own authentic personal power everyday.
Hosted by Karen Thompson, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78703
This is a teleconference group for women and men. We meet by phone once a week to practice Conscious Living and Loving practices and to support each other in stepping into our own authentic personal power everyday.
College Anxiety
Many students experience anxiety in college, but most students feel alone in their struggles. This group is focused on giving you the support, time, and nonjudgemental space to process your challenges, and learn skills to help improve coping and managing ...
Hosted by Allison Kriger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78712
Many students experience anxiety in college, but most students feel alone in their struggles. This group is focused on giving you the support, time, and nonjudgemental space to process your challenges, and learn skills to help improve coping and managing ...
The Self Compassion Lab
The Self Compassion Lab is a 10 month group focused on building our intrinsic value through self-compassion practice, group work, and individual work. This will not be a traditional process therapy group but something of a hybrid between a workshop ...
Hosted by Katie Dillingham
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78704
The Self Compassion Lab is a 10 month group focused on building our intrinsic value through self-compassion practice, group work, and individual work. This will not be a traditional process therapy group but something of a hybrid between a workshop ...
1st Generation College Goer Process Group
Being a college student is hard work, especially if you are the first in your family to attend college. You may not have access to college educated individuals to shed light on the general experience, give you the tricks of ...
Hosted by Sol Cordova
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78759
Being a college student is hard work, especially if you are the first in your family to attend college. You may not have access to college educated individuals to shed light on the general experience, give you the tricks of ...
Weekly process group
The members of my ongoing groups meet together weekly for an hour and a half to delve more deeply into understanding themselves. Because each member experiences the other members similarly to the ways they experience people from their outside lives, ...
Hosted by Anna Graybeal
Psychologist, PhD, CGP, SEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78751
The members of my ongoing groups meet together weekly for an hour and a half to delve more deeply into understanding themselves. Because each member experiences the other members similarly to the ways they experience people from their outside lives, ...
Person First, Then Teacher
Being an educator today is one of the toughest jobs to hold. There are a lot of external factors that make the job challenging, and at times feeling exploitative. If you are a young educator or a veteran teacher that ...
Hosted by Adele Amaro
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78731
Being an educator today is one of the toughest jobs to hold. There are a lot of external factors that make the job challenging, and at times feeling exploitative. If you are a young educator or a veteran teacher that ...
Young Adult (20s and 30s) Emotional Support Group
Now screening for new members for this virtual group! This group provides young adults with a safe space to voice their experiences and emotions stemming from peer and family relationships, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma. Group members have the ...
Hosted by Michael Germany
LPC-Associate, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78705
Now screening for new members for this virtual group! This group provides young adults with a safe space to voice their experiences and emotions stemming from peer and family relationships, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma. Group members have the ...
Cancer Caregiver Group - Virtual
Being a caregiver can be challenging and rewarding. We'll explore how to care for yourself as a caregiver by taking steps to protect your health and well-being. Self care includes nutrition, physical activity, stress management and coping, dealing with fear ...
Hosted by Rakefet Laviolette
LPC Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78704
Being a caregiver can be challenging and rewarding. We'll explore how to care for yourself as a caregiver by taking steps to protect your health and well-being. Self care includes nutrition, physical activity, stress management and coping, dealing with fear ...
Process Group
Interpersonal process group focused on understanding ourselves better and improving relationships with others.
Hosted by Sara Hammond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, JD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78746
Interpersonal process group focused on understanding ourselves better and improving relationships with others.
Caring and Daring LCSW Supervision Group
Forming now: A clinical supervision group for LMSWs working toward their "C". This group is a good fit for LMSWs who are curious, caring, detailed, daring, and want to grow in both relational practice skills and neurobiology-informed techniques. My supervisees ...
Hosted by Jill Hokanson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78759
Forming now: A clinical supervision group for LMSWs working toward their "C". This group is a good fit for LMSWs who are curious, caring, detailed, daring, and want to grow in both relational practice skills and neurobiology-informed techniques. My supervisees ...
DBT Skills Training Group (on hold)
This group consists of weekly DBT skills training to help clients learn and apply new coping skills to everyday life. This is a standard weekly DBT skills group. Group will cover the 4 modules of DBT skills (mindfulness, distress tolerance, ...
Hosted by J. Jade Adair
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78748
This group consists of weekly DBT skills training to help clients learn and apply new coping skills to everyday life. This is a standard weekly DBT skills group. Group will cover the 4 modules of DBT skills (mindfulness, distress tolerance, ...
Grupo de Psicoterapia en español para hombres
Sesiones de terapia grupal semanal para personas que se identifican como hombres interesados en manejo saludable de emociones (enojo, celos, ansiedad, depresión), relaciones personales (pareja, familiares, amistades, trabajo) o abuso de alcohol y otras drogas. (Weekly Process Group for Men ...
Hosted by Emilio Anguiano
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CGP, CIRT, LCDC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78757
Sesiones de terapia grupal semanal para personas que se identifican como hombres interesados en manejo saludable de emociones (enojo, celos, ansiedad, depresión), relaciones personales (pareja, familiares, amistades, trabajo) o abuso de alcohol y otras drogas. (Weekly Process Group for Men ...
Men In Recovery
This online group is for men in all stages if recovery. The group is forming. If interested you must call to reserve a spot. FOCUS: grief, addiction, divorce, depression, trauma, spiritual direction, infidelity, gambling, pornography, video game addiction.
Hosted by Austin Men and Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78704
This online group is for men in all stages if recovery. The group is forming. If interested you must call to reserve a spot. FOCUS: grief, addiction, divorce, depression, trauma, spiritual direction, infidelity, gambling, pornography, video game addiction.
ACT Workshop for Small Businesses
This workshop uses the ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) model to teach small business owners and their employees how to increase psychological flexibility by cultivating: mindfulness, emotion regulation skills, values clarification skills, and ways to change your relationship to unworkable ...
Hosted by Claire Palmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78759
This workshop uses the ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) model to teach small business owners and their employees how to increase psychological flexibility by cultivating: mindfulness, emotion regulation skills, values clarification skills, and ways to change your relationship to unworkable ...
Women's Process Group
Women from 18 to 80 sharing in each other's lives. We relate to each other as daughters, partners, mothers and singles. Each person brings a unique set of experiences to share and each has much to learn.
Hosted by Pat Sumption
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78746
Women from 18 to 80 sharing in each other's lives. We relate to each other as daughters, partners, mothers and singles. Each person brings a unique set of experiences to share and each has much to learn.
Online Relapse Prevention
Join with others to get support online. Best suited for those with recovery experience that are not in crisis at this time.
Hosted by Mary Jane Holland
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ADC, LCDC, ASAT, NCAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78759
Join with others to get support online. Best suited for those with recovery experience that are not in crisis at this time.
Sport Parenting
we will host online sport parenting group sessions: contact if interested. Fall Groups beginning September 2023
Hosted by Hillary Cauthen
Psychologist, PsyD, CMPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78731
we will host online sport parenting group sessions: contact if interested. Fall Groups beginning September 2023
Mixed Gender Psychodynamic Group
I am excited to offer the opportunity to join a new group that will start June 4th, 2018. Experience the growth available when you actively participate in a psychotherapy group. Learn to use your emotions to negotiate and strengthen personal ...
Hosted by Patricia A Florence
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78705
I am excited to offer the opportunity to join a new group that will start June 4th, 2018. Experience the growth available when you actively participate in a psychotherapy group. Learn to use your emotions to negotiate and strengthen personal ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Austin?
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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.