Support Groups in Austin, TX
Men's Group
This is a 1.5 hour group for men who want to expand their ability to feel and express emotion. The group is interactive and supportive.
Hosted by Bob Beare
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78745
This is a 1.5 hour group for men who want to expand their ability to feel and express emotion. The group is interactive and supportive.
Anti-Anxiety Group for adolescent males
Adolescence is a stressful time for both teenagers and their parents. Along with the many confusing physical and hormonal changes that accompany puberty, teens are becoming very independent. They are worrying more and more about their social standing and where ...
Hosted by Austin Trauma Therapy Center/ Diana Anzaldua
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, TCYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78745
Adolescence is a stressful time for both teenagers and their parents. Along with the many confusing physical and hormonal changes that accompany puberty, teens are becoming very independent. They are worrying more and more about their social standing and where ...
Getting Cozy with Healthy Confrontation
If there is one common thread contributing to the concerns addressed in so many of my individual sessions, it is often "discomfort around confrontation". This discomfort often leads to challenges in so many aspects of life (ex: people pleasing behaviors, ...
Hosted by Jessica Sharib
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78734
If there is one common thread contributing to the concerns addressed in so many of my individual sessions, it is often "discomfort around confrontation". This discomfort often leads to challenges in so many aspects of life (ex: people pleasing behaviors, ...
Transgender and Non-Binary Teen Group
Transgender, non-binary, gender expansive or questioning members can explore their gender while deepening personal and community resilience in an affirming environment. Activities and topics are developed by the group members with my support. This is an open ongoing group for ...
Hosted by Jennifer Gamewell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CCST, CPDPE
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78736
Transgender, non-binary, gender expansive or questioning members can explore their gender while deepening personal and community resilience in an affirming environment. Activities and topics are developed by the group members with my support. This is an open ongoing group for ...
OCD for Teens
For more information about our OCD group for teens please visit austinanxiety.com.
Hosted by Austin Anxiety and OCD Specialists
Psychologist, PsyD, MSEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78746
For more information about our OCD group for teens please visit austinanxiety.com.
Mindful Futures: Teen DBT Mastery Group
Welcome to 'Mindful Futures: Teen DBT Mastery Group'—a dynamic and supportive space for ages 12-17 where adolescents learn and practice Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills. This engaging virtual group focuses on equipping teens with effective coping strategies for emotional regulation, ...
Hosted by Dr. Melody Montano
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78732
Welcome to 'Mindful Futures: Teen DBT Mastery Group'—a dynamic and supportive space for ages 12-17 where adolescents learn and practice Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills. This engaging virtual group focuses on equipping teens with effective coping strategies for emotional regulation, ...
Contemplating Vices-Group launch date TBD
This group utilizes attachment theory, ACT, DBT, self compassion, parts work, and therapeutic processing for clients to explore patterns and decide whether or not their choices resonate with their core values. This group is a non-judgmental, supportive way for individuals ...
Hosted by Morgan Grace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC, CCTP, EMDR, TCYM
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78701
This group utilizes attachment theory, ACT, DBT, self compassion, parts work, and therapeutic processing for clients to explore patterns and decide whether or not their choices resonate with their core values. This group is a non-judgmental, supportive way for individuals ...
Postpartum Support Group
The PPD support group is FREE and is an open, on-going group for moms throughout the first year after delivery. Babies are welcome. The group provides nonjudgemental support to mothers grappling with postpartum issues.
Hosted by Pam B Tokaz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, MSN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78745
The PPD support group is FREE and is an open, on-going group for moms throughout the first year after delivery. Babies are welcome. The group provides nonjudgemental support to mothers grappling with postpartum issues.
Lego Social Skills Group for Rising 6th Grade Boys
Does your rising 6th grader love Legos? Would your child benefit from practicing social communication skills over the summer? Check out our group! During this six-week group, your child will: (1) engage in collaborative problem-solving (2) practice social communication skills ...
Hosted by Rosanna Kate Worthington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78748
Does your rising 6th grader love Legos? Would your child benefit from practicing social communication skills over the summer? Check out our group! During this six-week group, your child will: (1) engage in collaborative problem-solving (2) practice social communication skills ...
Consultation Group for sex positive therapists
Heather offers clinical consultation to fully licensed professionals looking to grow their knowledge in general sex therapy issues and alternative relationships and sexuality. This consultation group meets bi-weekly (Monday's, 12:30pm- 2:10pm) to consult on cases, learn sex therapy skills and ...
Hosted by Respark Therapy & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST, AASECT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78746
Heather offers clinical consultation to fully licensed professionals looking to grow their knowledge in general sex therapy issues and alternative relationships and sexuality. This consultation group meets bi-weekly (Monday's, 12:30pm- 2:10pm) to consult on cases, learn sex therapy skills and ...
Women's Group
A group for women in their 20s-40s desiring to feel more centered and fulfilled with themselves and their relationships.
Hosted by Kristin Shanahan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78746
A group for women in their 20s-40s desiring to feel more centered and fulfilled with themselves and their relationships.
Spiritual Direction Groups (Online)
**New groups begin in January 2023* If you are a clergy person, ministry professional serving in any ministry context within a church or outside the church, therapist or contemplative, this group is for you! It is open to people of ...
Hosted by Jeana Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SE-Adv
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78735
**New groups begin in January 2023* If you are a clergy person, ministry professional serving in any ministry context within a church or outside the church, therapist or contemplative, this group is for you! It is open to people of ...
Social Skills groups for kids and Adults
Hosted by Spectrum Social and Recreation Services
Psychologist, PhD, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, BCBA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78757
Spirituality as Healthy Coping
These VIRTUAL group therapy sessions are held weekly for six weeks. The focus is on exploring your definition of spirituality and faith, defining your values, examining your purpose, identifying distortions in your thinking, and teaching you how to incorporate faith ...
Hosted by Rachel Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 73301
These VIRTUAL group therapy sessions are held weekly for six weeks. The focus is on exploring your definition of spirituality and faith, defining your values, examining your purpose, identifying distortions in your thinking, and teaching you how to incorporate faith ...
Mixed Adult Relational Group
On going, experiential, psychodynamic group addressing relationship issues and personal growth.
Hosted by Phyllis S Clymer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78746
On going, experiential, psychodynamic group addressing relationship issues and personal growth.
Self-Compassion Group
Working to help one another understand and implement methods to improve overall self-compassion resulting in improved mental health and relationships.
Hosted by Lara Long
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78746
Working to help one another understand and implement methods to improve overall self-compassion resulting in improved mental health and relationships.
On-going Group for Adult Men
Often in sessions or personal conversations, I hear men talking about how hard it is to make conversation when meeting new people, or when in business meetings with colleagues. This kind of anxiety can often lead to isolation in our ...
Hosted by John Perry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78759
Often in sessions or personal conversations, I hear men talking about how hard it is to make conversation when meeting new people, or when in business meetings with colleagues. This kind of anxiety can often lead to isolation in our ...
DBT Skills for Teens
DBT is a state-of-the-art, evidence-based treatment for adolescents who experience challenges managing intense emotions, problematic thoughts, and unsafe behaviors. DBT skills include mindfulness to practice non-judgmental, present-moment awareness, strategies to improve communication, reduce family conflict, manage emotions, and tolerate distressing ...
Hosted by Thanusha Neelapareddy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78703
DBT is a state-of-the-art, evidence-based treatment for adolescents who experience challenges managing intense emotions, problematic thoughts, and unsafe behaviors. DBT skills include mindfulness to practice non-judgmental, present-moment awareness, strategies to improve communication, reduce family conflict, manage emotions, and tolerate distressing ...
Mixed Process Group (Now Forming!)
I can think of no better place to work on how you function with others than in Group therapy. Group members work on effective communication, learning about their relational needs and how to get them met, learning to play and ...
Hosted by Ryan Spencer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78746
I can think of no better place to work on how you function with others than in Group therapy. Group members work on effective communication, learning about their relational needs and how to get them met, learning to play and ...
A Space for Us
A general processing group for trans and non-binary persons. We will learn coping skills, and learn about how we experience ourselves in interpersonal relationships.
Hosted by Elijah Stinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78759
A general processing group for trans and non-binary persons. We will learn coping skills, and learn about how we experience ourselves in interpersonal relationships.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Austin?
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.