Support Groups in San Francisco, CA
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
Trans Women's Somatic Therapy Group
This is an ongoing somatic therapy group for trans women living in California. We meet virtually over Zoom. Fee is based on income. Please visit my website at kelsmithsomatics.com to apply.
Hosted by Kel Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MCP, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94114
This is an ongoing somatic therapy group for trans women living in California. We meet virtually over Zoom. Fee is based on income. Please visit my website at kelsmithsomatics.com to apply.
Neurenics
Hosted by Thomas Browne, Ph. D.
Psychologist, Ph, D
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94111
Connected Moms | Postpartum Group for New Moms
Join Connective psychologist Dr. Nina Eisenberg and a community of other moms in this newly forming support circle. Share your authentic experience, receive non-judgmental support, and gain tools and resources to help you navigate the challenges, and celebrate the successes, ...
Hosted by The Connective (formerly Wellspace SF)
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
Join Connective psychologist Dr. Nina Eisenberg and a community of other moms in this newly forming support circle. Share your authentic experience, receive non-judgmental support, and gain tools and resources to help you navigate the challenges, and celebrate the successes, ...
(On Hiatus) Post Abortion Therapy Group for Women
Come and virtually meet other women in a supportive environment and experience the healing power of a group. The group's purpose is to provide women with a safe, non-judgmental, and politically neutral space to share, connect, and learn from others ...
Hosted by Tessa Sugarbaker MD MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
Come and virtually meet other women in a supportive environment and experience the healing power of a group. The group's purpose is to provide women with a safe, non-judgmental, and politically neutral space to share, connect, and learn from others ...
Let's Talk About Sex, Drugs & Alcohol
This is a process psychotherapy and psycho-educational group that aims to provide participants the opportunity to address behavioral issues related to drugs, sex and alcohol and its impact in their relationships. It accomodates both the abstinence model and harm reduction ...
Hosted by Richard R Lugo
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LAADC, CADCII, CACS
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
This is a process psychotherapy and psycho-educational group that aims to provide participants the opportunity to address behavioral issues related to drugs, sex and alcohol and its impact in their relationships. It accomodates both the abstinence model and harm reduction ...
ADHD Skills Group (Currently Remote)
In our 10 week ADHD support group, we will discuss building skills to manage ADHD and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria. Our therapists will provide education as well as skills to help you identify where ADHD and RSD are holding you back. ...
Hosted by Karla Schlags
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94104
In our 10 week ADHD support group, we will discuss building skills to manage ADHD and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria. Our therapists will provide education as well as skills to help you identify where ADHD and RSD are holding you back. ...
Social Anxiety, Sensitivity, & Shyness Group
We have created this Social Anxiety, Sensitivity, & Shyness Group in the hopes of taking you on a unique journey of observation, exploration, and experimentation that will help you develop a new more adaptive relationship between your anxiety and your ...
Hosted by Vanessa Wolter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94110
We have created this Social Anxiety, Sensitivity, & Shyness Group in the hopes of taking you on a unique journey of observation, exploration, and experimentation that will help you develop a new more adaptive relationship between your anxiety and your ...
Becoming Fathers
Being a father is one of life's greatest joys, but the process of becoming a father is a big challenge for most men. It's hard to meet the needs of our partners, children, and jobs. Friendships that we relied on ...
Hosted by Josh Krieger
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94118
Being a father is one of life's greatest joys, but the process of becoming a father is a big challenge for most men. It's hard to meet the needs of our partners, children, and jobs. Friendships that we relied on ...
Relationship Counseling Center
RCC specializes in working with couples and individuals who want to find more ease and satisfaction with their partner.
Hosted by Sara Bingaman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94118
RCC specializes in working with couples and individuals who want to find more ease and satisfaction with their partner.
Tuesday night Eating Disorders Anonymous meeting
Hosted by Deborah Brenner-Liss
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94115
Gestalt Therapy Group - San Francisco
This gestalt group welcomes and builds upon a foundation of present moment awareness. Group members are invited to bring all parts of themselves and notice what emerges in the context of community and connection with others. Members are encouraged to: ...
Hosted by Keith Packer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94114
This gestalt group welcomes and builds upon a foundation of present moment awareness. Group members are invited to bring all parts of themselves and notice what emerges in the context of community and connection with others. Members are encouraged to: ...
For The Best Interest Of My Child/Children Online
What will you learn in the group? Became Emotional Mature Parent, to avoid any arguments, issues and Trauma. Emotionally Immature and Tips to Cope: They operate from a place of ego. They don't take personal responsibility and often blame others. ...
Hosted by Nata Bolsheva
PhD, FNCCCE, FNCPC, FABFEI, CFC
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94118
What will you learn in the group? Became Emotional Mature Parent, to avoid any arguments, issues and Trauma. Emotionally Immature and Tips to Cope: They operate from a place of ego. They don't take personal responsibility and often blame others. ...
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.
"Sex Addiction" Sexual Misbehavior Treatment
Not a group. Highly specialized individual treatment for “Sex Addiction” Serial Affairs-Infidelity-Cheati ng, Child Porn, Prostitution, "Seeking Arrangements", Smart Phone Apps, Cam Girls, Strip Clubs, Massage Parlors "Happy Endings", "Sugar Daddy" "Only Fans", Compulsivity Professional Sexual Misconduct, Sex Offenses, as ...
Hosted by Sexual Addiction Sex Misbehavior Infidelity Expert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SOTS
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
Not a group. Highly specialized individual treatment for “Sex Addiction” Serial Affairs-Infidelity-Cheati ng, Child Porn, Prostitution, "Seeking Arrangements", Smart Phone Apps, Cam Girls, Strip Clubs, Massage Parlors "Happy Endings", "Sugar Daddy" "Only Fans", Compulsivity Professional Sexual Misconduct, Sex Offenses, as ...
Peaceful timely transitions group
to be announced
Hosted by Living Wills for Dementia / Stanley Terman
Psychiatrist, PhD, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94118
to be announced
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, ...
"Triggered Much?" Therapy Group
A 6-Week Saturday Series. (NOT yet active. Submit requests to be added to our contact list.) We hope this group WILL OFFER YOU: greater awareness around your individual triggers, thoughts, and behaviors * an understanding of more mindful choices, and ...
Hosted by Paul Ziller Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94123
A 6-Week Saturday Series. (NOT yet active. Submit requests to be added to our contact list.) We hope this group WILL OFFER YOU: greater awareness around your individual triggers, thoughts, and behaviors * an understanding of more mindful choices, and ...
Balancing Career and Recovery
Trying to manage a high stress career and your recovery can feel overwhelming. Sometimes it feels like you have to choose between your job and working a program. In this group, you will learn strategies to manage the stress of ...
Hosted by David Olem
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94114
Trying to manage a high stress career and your recovery can feel overwhelming. Sometimes it feels like you have to choose between your job and working a program. In this group, you will learn strategies to manage the stress of ...
Social Skills Groups
Due to COVID-19, all groups are on hold at this time.
Hosted by Debbie Vuong, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94115
Due to COVID-19, all groups are on hold at this time.
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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.