Support Groups in San Francisco, CA
Bion Study Group
Group of health care professionals interesting in group supervision, reading and discussing the work of W.R.Bion. I am a Bion scholar and have trained and taught his brand of psychoanalytic thinking for many years,
Hosted by Dr. Katina Kay Kostoulas, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94121
Group of health care professionals interesting in group supervision, reading and discussing the work of W.R.Bion. I am a Bion scholar and have trained and taught his brand of psychoanalytic thinking for many years,
Surviving & Thriving: Healing Sexual Trauma
In this challenging political climate many sexual harassment, assault, and abuse survivors are finding themselves triggered on a weekly if not daily basis. If you're a female identified survivor I want you to know that you don't have to experience ...
Hosted by Erika Shershun
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94104
In this challenging political climate many sexual harassment, assault, and abuse survivors are finding themselves triggered on a weekly if not daily basis. If you're a female identified survivor I want you to know that you don't have to experience ...
Psychiatric Alternatives and Wellness Center
PAWC's provider group is among the largest in CA and includes only Board Certified or Licensed Practitioners. Our doctors focus on your needs and feelings, while PAWC administrative staff collaborates with you, your doctor and insurers to keep administration smooth ...
Hosted by Benjamin Elswick
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94118
PAWC's provider group is among the largest in CA and includes only Board Certified or Licensed Practitioners. Our doctors focus on your needs and feelings, while PAWC administrative staff collaborates with you, your doctor and insurers to keep administration smooth ...
The Anxiety Relief Center
The Anxiety Relief Center is a dynamic and compelling collaboration because of the diversity that Alkmini, Mor, and bring to the psycho-social platform. We appreciate and have been inspired by our broad exposure and experiences as citizens of the world. ...
Hosted by Tara Pratt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
The Anxiety Relief Center is a dynamic and compelling collaboration because of the diversity that Alkmini, Mor, and bring to the psycho-social platform. We appreciate and have been inspired by our broad exposure and experiences as citizens of the world. ...
Partners & Spouses Living w Addiction & Recovery
The Partners and Spouses Group is an ongoing therapy group and place to gain awareness, feel understood, grieve, express feelings, practice new skills and heal. Areas of focus include addiction in the family system, loss of control, trauma, feelings expression, ...
Hosted by Mary Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94118
The Partners and Spouses Group is an ongoing therapy group and place to gain awareness, feel understood, grieve, express feelings, practice new skills and heal. Areas of focus include addiction in the family system, loss of control, trauma, feelings expression, ...
Psychiatric Alternatives and Wellness Center
PAWC's provider group is among the largest in CA and includes only Board Certified or Licensed Practitioners. Our doctors focus on your needs and feelings, while PAWC collaborates with you, your doctor and insurers to keep administration smooth and easy. ...
Hosted by Haleh Nekoorad-Long
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94118
PAWC's provider group is among the largest in CA and includes only Board Certified or Licensed Practitioners. Our doctors focus on your needs and feelings, while PAWC collaborates with you, your doctor and insurers to keep administration smooth and easy. ...
Well At Work
Are you distressed by the challenges of work? Frustrations with co-workers, conflicts with leaders, or just burned out by the grind of working so hard? Our Well At Work group will give you an opportunity to learn coping skills that ...
Hosted by Rose F Sneed
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94104
Are you distressed by the challenges of work? Frustrations with co-workers, conflicts with leaders, or just burned out by the grind of working so hard? Our Well At Work group will give you an opportunity to learn coping skills that ...
Mindful Mama Group
This is a Virtual 6 week mindfulness psychoeducation group for expecting & new mamas with babies under 2. Learn how to mindfully cultivate calmness & connection as a collective with other mamas entering motherhood. In this group, you will receive ...
Hosted by Christine Mark-Griffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94115
This is a Virtual 6 week mindfulness psychoeducation group for expecting & new mamas with babies under 2. Learn how to mindfully cultivate calmness & connection as a collective with other mamas entering motherhood. In this group, you will receive ...
ADHD Support Groups
Our groups are supportive, collaborative spaces for adults to find community concerning ADHD and RSD struggles. In our ADHD support group, we discuss Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and what that really looks like in daily life. Our therapists will provide education ...
Hosted by Cecilia (Ceci) Walken
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94122
Our groups are supportive, collaborative spaces for adults to find community concerning ADHD and RSD struggles. In our ADHD support group, we discuss Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and what that really looks like in daily life. Our therapists will provide education ...
Coping with COVID anxiety with Somatic Exercises
Learn Somatic techniques to help you manage anxiety during these unprecedented times. Learn breathing techniques, ways to notice and relax tension, diminish anxiety before it takes hold of your behavior. We will use a video platform for this group.
Hosted by Antony Thier
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94115
Learn Somatic techniques to help you manage anxiety during these unprecedented times. Learn breathing techniques, ways to notice and relax tension, diminish anxiety before it takes hold of your behavior. We will use a video platform for this group.
Providers Resourcing Online Support (PROS)
With open enrollment in every two months, PROS is a virtual group supporting adult industry professionals seeking to process and accomplish professional goals. After years of supporting sex workers as a trauma-informed psychotherapist, I created this group to fill the ...
Hosted by The Therapist for Sexual Rebels
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94110
With open enrollment in every two months, PROS is a virtual group supporting adult industry professionals seeking to process and accomplish professional goals. After years of supporting sex workers as a trauma-informed psychotherapist, I created this group to fill the ...
Psilocybin Microdosing & Psychedelic Integration
VIRTUAL GROUP! Next Cohort starts June 2024, once full. This group is for you if you’re exploring healing through psilocybin and want more guidance along your journey. We discuss where to begin and common protocols. Mondays 5:30 - 7:00 pm ...
Hosted by Rima Danielle Jomaa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
VIRTUAL GROUP! Next Cohort starts June 2024, once full. This group is for you if you’re exploring healing through psilocybin and want more guidance along your journey. We discuss where to begin and common protocols. Mondays 5:30 - 7:00 pm ...
Clinical Supervision
Hosted by Matthew Gould
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94123
Psychiatric Alternatives & Wellness Center (PAWC)
PAWC-affiliated doctors focus on your needs and feelings, while PAWC collaborates with you, your doctor, and insurers to keep administration smooth and easy. During your treatment, practitioners and staff work together well to create a seamless care experience, including support ...
Hosted by Sara Hansen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94118
PAWC-affiliated doctors focus on your needs and feelings, while PAWC collaborates with you, your doctor, and insurers to keep administration smooth and easy. During your treatment, practitioners and staff work together well to create a seamless care experience, including support ...
Courage Connects - Dare to Lead
Courage Connects is a leadership workshop based on the research of Brené Brown. This workshop appeals to people across all industries and positions. The overarching theme is courage - show up as a braver leader and you will be able ...
Hosted by Rachel Packer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
Courage Connects is a leadership workshop based on the research of Brené Brown. This workshop appeals to people across all industries and positions. The overarching theme is courage - show up as a braver leader and you will be able ...
ADDvantage: Women w ADHD (not currently running)
Harness your inner creativity and strengths by learning the skills and information to take you from feeling disorganized to thriving in your life. During this 6 week group you will learn to: develop self-compassion, use meditation to focus your attention, ...
Hosted by Dr. Dana Blu Cohen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
Harness your inner creativity and strengths by learning the skills and information to take you from feeling disorganized to thriving in your life. During this 6 week group you will learn to: develop self-compassion, use meditation to focus your attention, ...
Honeycomb Therapy
We provide specialized counseling services to children and teens ages 6 to 18. We aim to help children and teens develop coping skills and navigate through difficult changes within the family. Specialties include: anxiety, anger management, depression, low self esteem, ...
Hosted by Honeycomb Wellness Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
We provide specialized counseling services to children and teens ages 6 to 18. We aim to help children and teens develop coping skills and navigate through difficult changes within the family. Specialties include: anxiety, anger management, depression, low self esteem, ...
Practicing Professional Group Therapy Supervision
I have designed this group at the request of many younger and newer practitioners in the behavior therapies who wish to continue hands on supervision of cases. Groups will meet twice per month for 2 and a half hours, and ...
Hosted by Steven Zlutnick
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94108
I have designed this group at the request of many younger and newer practitioners in the behavior therapies who wish to continue hands on supervision of cases. Groups will meet twice per month for 2 and a half hours, and ...
Find Your Bliss Guided Meditation Group
Gain better access to your innate qualities of compassion, calm, and confidence based on the principles of IFS combined with spiritual practices incorporating ancient wisdom, allowing you to connect with a higher consciousness and cultivate a sense of purpose and ...
Hosted by Marie Lanier
LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94123
Gain better access to your innate qualities of compassion, calm, and confidence based on the principles of IFS combined with spiritual practices incorporating ancient wisdom, allowing you to connect with a higher consciousness and cultivate a sense of purpose and ...
Non-monogamy Support Group
Due to societal stigma issues related to non-monogamy can feel isolating. These groups strive to ease that isolation by fostering open-minded & non-judgmental social support. We foster values of acceptance for the full range of relationship preferences, welcoming those having ...
Hosted by Vast Love
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
Due to societal stigma issues related to non-monogamy can feel isolating. These groups strive to ease that isolation by fostering open-minded & non-judgmental social support. We foster values of acceptance for the full range of relationship preferences, welcoming those having ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in San Francisco?
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.