Support Groups in San Francisco, CA
Living Beyond Breast Cancer
Once the treatment has ended patients are left alone often feel very alone with their experience without the support of the treatment team they have come to know and rely on for a year or more. This group provides a ...
Hosted by Sandrah Susan Henry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94118
Once the treatment has ended patients are left alone often feel very alone with their experience without the support of the treatment team they have come to know and rely on for a year or more. This group provides a ...
Grief Recovery : Currently Recruiting
While grief is normal and natural, most of the information passed on within our society about dealing with grief is not normal, natural or helpful. Grief is the emotional response to loss but most of the information we have learned ...
Hosted by Tara Cronin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC, ATR-BC, PATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94110
While grief is normal and natural, most of the information passed on within our society about dealing with grief is not normal, natural or helpful. Grief is the emotional response to loss but most of the information we have learned ...
Dream Circle
Join us to explore your dreams and discover the wisdom within. The dreamwork is based on Jungian psychology and the work of Jeremy Taylor. The main premise is that all dreams, including nightmares, come in the health and wholeness of ...
Hosted by Daley Wellness Group | Dr. Luz Daley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94133
Join us to explore your dreams and discover the wisdom within. The dreamwork is based on Jungian psychology and the work of Jeremy Taylor. The main premise is that all dreams, including nightmares, come in the health and wholeness of ...
Obsessed And Exhausted By Unattainable Perfection?
Turning to eating, shopping, pills or alcohol to escape? It's time to make a change. Don't suffer alone. In this group you will learn to tame your fears and *Overcome anxiety, depression and loss; *Conquer self-esteem and assertiveness issues; *Manage ...
Hosted by LGBTpsychologist.com - Dr. Gilbert Chalepas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94123
Turning to eating, shopping, pills or alcohol to escape? It's time to make a change. Don't suffer alone. In this group you will learn to tame your fears and *Overcome anxiety, depression and loss; *Conquer self-esteem and assertiveness issues; *Manage ...
Sex Therapy Throughout United States Via SKYPE
Dr. Prosterman now seeing clients who live anywhere in the United States with broadband internet, via Skype. Skype technology is efficient and effective, and it offers the intimacy and immediacy of an in-office consultation, including the important visual cues which ...
Hosted by Seth Prosterman
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94123
Dr. Prosterman now seeing clients who live anywhere in the United States with broadband internet, via Skype. Skype technology is efficient and effective, and it offers the intimacy and immediacy of an in-office consultation, including the important visual cues which ...
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 Alan Su
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 ...
No therapy groups are open at this time.
Unfortunately, I have no therapy groups that are open to new clients at this time. The therapy groups that I currently conduct focus on a variety of personal, relationship, marital, family, work, and other issues. If you are interested in ...
Hosted by David A Thomson, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, CAS
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94118
Unfortunately, I have no therapy groups that are open to new clients at this time. The therapy groups that I currently conduct focus on a variety of personal, relationship, marital, family, work, and other issues. If you are interested in ...
Therapy Now SF
Stress is ever present in all of our lives, however, there is a fine line between basic day to day stress and prolonged debilitating stress. Feeling chronically stressed will take a toll on our bodies, minds, and relationships, sometimes without ...
Hosted by Dr. Neko Milton
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94104
Stress is ever present in all of our lives, however, there is a fine line between basic day to day stress and prolonged debilitating stress. Feeling chronically stressed will take a toll on our bodies, minds, and relationships, sometimes without ...
Diversity Training Group
Please contact me directly about the group.
Hosted by Manami Yamamoto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94108
Please contact me directly about the group.
Self Care Workshop for Activists
After the election, many of us experienced incredible grief, anger and despair. These painful feelings can lead to anxiety, depression, inability to concentrate, and burnout. In these times, loving ourselves is a revolutionary act. This workshop provides practical tools of ...
Hosted by Nicole Hsiang Shieh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94111
After the election, many of us experienced incredible grief, anger and despair. These painful feelings can lead to anxiety, depression, inability to concentrate, and burnout. In these times, loving ourselves is a revolutionary act. This workshop provides practical tools of ...
Awakening Womxn's Group
This 2 hour group format will include 30 minutes of silent meditation and 1.5 hours of group sharing, reflection, and facilitated discussion via zoom. This group is intended for individuals who have a passion for waking up spiritually through meditation, ...
Hosted by Jennifer Christian
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94114
This 2 hour group format will include 30 minutes of silent meditation and 1.5 hours of group sharing, reflection, and facilitated discussion via zoom. This group is intended for individuals who have a passion for waking up spiritually through meditation, ...
Somatic Healing for Trauma
Learn to be in your body in a whole new way with a highly experienced, licensed therapist! If you struggle with the issues I mention on my profile, this group is for you! Learn the somatic skills I teach you ...
Hosted by San Francisco Trauma Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94123
Learn to be in your body in a whole new way with a highly experienced, licensed therapist! If you struggle with the issues I mention on my profile, this group is for you! Learn the somatic skills I teach you ...
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 Ela Aguilar Donis
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. ...
Clinical Supervision
Hosted by Matthew Gould
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94123
Telemedicine DBT/CBT and Substance Abuse Groups
Skills, education and process are the three main components of this group. 4-8 individuals are in each group. I use both compassion and humor to lead the groups. My background includes inpatient, outpatient and detox groups for substance abuse.
Hosted by Victoria Zurkan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94109
Skills, education and process are the three main components of this group. 4-8 individuals are in each group. I use both compassion and humor to lead the groups. My background includes inpatient, outpatient and detox groups for substance abuse.
Infertility Support Group
This Infertility Support Group is a professionally-led virtual support group. The group has weekly topics, support strategies and opportunities for you to share and to support each other in a safe, confidential, and judgment-free environment while building a infertility community. ...
Hosted by Samantha Franklin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94122
This Infertility Support Group is a professionally-led virtual support group. The group has weekly topics, support strategies and opportunities for you to share and to support each other in a safe, confidential, and judgment-free environment while building a infertility community. ...
Anxiously Intimate - straight leaning
Join with other men who experience anxiety related to their sex lives, relationships and dating. www.rousetherapy.com /online-mens-group
Hosted by Rouse Relational Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94114
Join with other men who experience anxiety related to their sex lives, relationships and dating. www.rousetherapy.com /online-mens-group
Online Harm Reduction Group
If previous attempts at stopping substance use have failed or if you want to learn to manage your use rather than abstain, this is the group for you. We approach addiction as a biopsychosocial phenomenon and help our patients understand ...
Hosted by California Center for Change
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94112
If previous attempts at stopping substance use have failed or if you want to learn to manage your use rather than abstain, this is the group for you. We approach addiction as a biopsychosocial phenomenon and help our patients understand ...
Swipe the Right Way
Sick of dating? Join Swipe the Right Way, a 2-part online workshop that focuses on Attachment Theory and the life-changing science behind it. Together, we’ll explore and understand how your earliest and most formative relationships show up in your dating ...
Hosted by Olivia Provan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94115
Sick of dating? Join Swipe the Right Way, a 2-part online workshop that focuses on Attachment Theory and the life-changing science behind it. Together, we’ll explore and understand how your earliest and most formative relationships show up in your dating ...
Expecting Mothers' Support Group
Support for issues related to:
- feelings around becoming a mother
- shifts in identity/ role in family
- changes in lifestyle/ life balance
- pregnancy, labor & delivery caring for newborn
- relationship with your parents/ role models
- childhood experiences & parenting concerns
- preparing ...
Hosted by Melodie Del Rio
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94122
Support for issues related to:
- feelings around becoming a mother
- shifts in identity/ role in family
- changes in lifestyle/ life balance
- pregnancy, labor & delivery caring for newborn
- relationship with your parents/ role models
- childhood experiences & parenting concerns
- preparing ...
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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.