Support Groups in Pasadena, CA
Domestic Violence Group
OPEN GROUP: Court Approved Domestic Violence Group!! I'm a certified Domestic Counselor you will receive a certificate and letter upon completion to give to your judge upon completion of 12 sessions.
Hosted by Wings of The Future, NFP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91105
OPEN GROUP: Court Approved Domestic Violence Group!! I'm a certified Domestic Counselor you will receive a certificate and letter upon completion to give to your judge upon completion of 12 sessions.
Compassion & Grit
The Compassion & Grit Group applies current research in engaging, meaningful and fun ways to help teens increase their capacity for self-compassion and compassion for others. Self-compassion is not based on self-evaluation or judgment. It is a consistent attitude of ...
Hosted by Grace Goodman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
The Compassion & Grit Group applies current research in engaging, meaningful and fun ways to help teens increase their capacity for self-compassion and compassion for others. Self-compassion is not based on self-evaluation or judgment. It is a consistent attitude of ...
Women's Sexual Trauma Process Group
A trauma-informed process group for women who have been subject to sexual violence at any stage of life. *A Safe and Supportive Environment. *Develop Resiliency. *Move Beyond Surviving to Thriving. Participants are asked to commit to the group for a ...
Hosted by Sandra (Sandi) Bohle
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MFA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
A trauma-informed process group for women who have been subject to sexual violence at any stage of life. *A Safe and Supportive Environment. *Develop Resiliency. *Move Beyond Surviving to Thriving. Participants are asked to commit to the group for a ...
Telehealth Art+Wellness Group
Ongoing Intuitive Art Making groups. Art and Wellness Workshop Series. Visit our Instagram @creative_wellness_instit ute for more information.
Hosted by Ceccily Bednash
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91104
Ongoing Intuitive Art Making groups. Art and Wellness Workshop Series. Visit our Instagram @creative_wellness_instit ute for more information.
Healing with Harmony: A Music Group for Trauma
Music is often quoted as being “a universal language” given its power to transmit ideas, stories, and feelings across cultures and people. The Healing with Harmony: Music Processing Group for Trauma harnesses the power of music and structured sound experiences ...
Hosted by Danielle Palomares
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
Music is often quoted as being “a universal language” given its power to transmit ideas, stories, and feelings across cultures and people. The Healing with Harmony: Music Processing Group for Trauma harnesses the power of music and structured sound experiences ...
Divorce Support Group
The group meets as membership allows. If you are going through divorce or have been recently been divorced this group would be perfect for you. We deal with issues such as: Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Parenting, New Relationships, and others.
Hosted by Curtis Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, DMin, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91107
The group meets as membership allows. If you are going through divorce or have been recently been divorced this group would be perfect for you. We deal with issues such as: Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Parenting, New Relationships, and others.
Caring Connected - Pasadena, CA
Our providers are trained in many approaches, but they're all focused on one thing: helping you change your life. All our providers are licensed/registered and have Master's/Doctoral degrees, at least 2,000 hours of professional experience, and must have completed their ...
Hosted by Isla Dennis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
Our providers are trained in many approaches, but they're all focused on one thing: helping you change your life. All our providers are licensed/registered and have Master's/Doctoral degrees, at least 2,000 hours of professional experience, and must have completed their ...
Chronic Illness Psychotherapy Group
A small private psychotherapy group for adults who are interested in personal growth and also have a chronic illness.
Hosted by Cherylynne Berger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
A small private psychotherapy group for adults who are interested in personal growth and also have a chronic illness.
Girls Connection
A weekly therapy group for middle schoolers focusing on building social skills and connection. Currently this group is held on our secure video platform
Hosted by Cristina Lugo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
A weekly therapy group for middle schoolers focusing on building social skills and connection. Currently this group is held on our secure video platform
Women's Sexual Assault Survivors Support Group
Our Women's Sexual Assault Survivors group is an open forum process group which meets every other Wednesday at 3pm PST, virtually. In this group you can expect coverage of many topics; the mind-body connection of trauma, coping skills, self-care and ...
Hosted by Thomas Blake
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91106
Our Women's Sexual Assault Survivors group is an open forum process group which meets every other Wednesday at 3pm PST, virtually. In this group you can expect coverage of many topics; the mind-body connection of trauma, coping skills, self-care and ...
Male Sexual Abuse Support Group
This is a long term process Support Group for men suffering from sexual trauma or post traumatic symptoms. This group will provide space to survivors to explore their trauma stories and support for their recovery process. This group will also ...
Hosted by Jeremy C O'Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91106
This is a long term process Support Group for men suffering from sexual trauma or post traumatic symptoms. This group will provide space to survivors to explore their trauma stories and support for their recovery process. This group will also ...
Traumatic Grief Support Group
When a loved one dies in a sudden manner from an accident, health crisis, addictive substance, or suicide, traumatic grief may result. This specialized support group is designed to process the trauma associated with the death of a loved one ...
Hosted by Jennifer Nyhan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91106
When a loved one dies in a sudden manner from an accident, health crisis, addictive substance, or suicide, traumatic grief may result. This specialized support group is designed to process the trauma associated with the death of a loved one ...
Hold Me Tight: Relationship Enhancement Group
Hold Me Tight® is a weekend retreat for nurturing emotional closeness with your partner. This workshop is based on the international best-selling book "Hold Me Tight: 7 Conversations for a Lifetime of Love" by Dr. Sue Johnson. The educational and ...
Hosted by Lisa C Blum
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
Hold Me Tight® is a weekend retreat for nurturing emotional closeness with your partner. This workshop is based on the international best-selling book "Hold Me Tight: 7 Conversations for a Lifetime of Love" by Dr. Sue Johnson. The educational and ...
Mindfulness Through Art
Join this art therapy group and explore your emotions through art. Connect with others and express yourself creatively in this art therapy group. Art making provides a unique avenue for reducing stress, elevating mood, and promoting self-reflection. Contact: 626-204-2014
Hosted by Helen Hyesung Ahn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
Join this art therapy group and explore your emotions through art. Connect with others and express yourself creatively in this art therapy group. Art making provides a unique avenue for reducing stress, elevating mood, and promoting self-reflection. Contact: 626-204-2014
GOALS Social Skills Group
GOALS stands for Growth Opportunities for Achieving Life Success.
The GOALS Group is a social skills program targeted at children between the ages of 5 and 13. It is an experiential therapy group built upon the idea that children learn social ...
Hosted by David Lorentzen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
GOALS stands for Growth Opportunities for Achieving Life Success.
The GOALS Group is a social skills program targeted at children between the ages of 5 and 13. It is an experiential therapy group built upon the idea that children learn social ...
Southern California Therapy Collective
The Southern California Therapy Collective is a growing network of therapists and healthcare professionals who practice independently and in community. Our focus is to nurture our own development to ensure that of our clients. Why? Because we believe this is ...
Hosted by Lisa Bohacek
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91105
The Southern California Therapy Collective is a growing network of therapists and healthcare professionals who practice independently and in community. Our focus is to nurture our own development to ensure that of our clients. Why? Because we believe this is ...
Support Symposium
Support group that provides much needed connection no matter what issues you are struggling with.
Hosted by Mia Blakely-Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
Support group that provides much needed connection no matter what issues you are struggling with.
APS (Adewale Psychological Services, P.C.)
Dr. Adewale is in private practice serving adult and teens with individual and family therapy.
Hosted by Jody Joshua Adewale
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91106
Dr. Adewale is in private practice serving adult and teens with individual and family therapy.
Sex Addiction Group for Men
This is a therapy group for men who deal with unmanageable sexual behaviors and attitudes as well as related self-concept and relationship issues. Please call for day and time.
Hosted by Alibrando Psychological Consulting
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
This is a therapy group for men who deal with unmanageable sexual behaviors and attitudes as well as related self-concept and relationship issues. Please call for day and time.
Childhood Trauma Processing Group
Childhood trauma is defined as an event or events experienced by a child that is emotionally painful, frightening, or distressful, which can often lead to lasting mental and physical effects. Symptoms of childhood trauma in adults can include but are ...
Hosted by Christine Rivlin
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
Childhood trauma is defined as an event or events experienced by a child that is emotionally painful, frightening, or distressful, which can often lead to lasting mental and physical effects. Symptoms of childhood trauma in adults can include but are ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Pasadena?
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.