Support Groups in Atlanta, GA
Early Recovery Group
For clients working to stay in recovery and wanting more support than the 12 step group. This is a psychoeducational as well as process group. The group will be opening up for new clients Tuesday April 30th 6:30-8pm. There is ...
Hosted by Elizabeth L Edge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30306
For clients working to stay in recovery and wanting more support than the 12 step group. This is a psychoeducational as well as process group. The group will be opening up for new clients Tuesday April 30th 6:30-8pm. There is ...
"Beyond the Couch" Coaching for Singles & Couple
Individual or Group Sessions avail. via telephone or video conference. Beyond the Couch Relationship Coaching Groups (BTC) is available for Singles and Couples . It incorporates a Psychoeducational and Holistic approach to address issues such as Anger Management, Effective Communication ...
Hosted by Elaine Maye
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CFC, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30326
Individual or Group Sessions avail. via telephone or video conference. Beyond the Couch Relationship Coaching Groups (BTC) is available for Singles and Couples . It incorporates a Psychoeducational and Holistic approach to address issues such as Anger Management, Effective Communication ...
Mixed Gendered Process Group
This group focuses on "family of origin" life issues as they play out "live" between group members.
Hosted by Michael L Chafin
Marriage & Family Therapist, Div, M, Ed, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30309
This group focuses on "family of origin" life issues as they play out "live" between group members.
Processing Group for Black Women & Women of Color
A 6-week processing group for Black women & Women of Color. If you're looking for a support group that will foster connection with women who look like you and share similar experiences, this is for you. . If you're seeking ...
Hosted by Regineak Ruffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30324
A 6-week processing group for Black women & Women of Color. If you're looking for a support group that will foster connection with women who look like you and share similar experiences, this is for you. . If you're seeking ...
ADHD Group Therapy & Skills Training
Structured sessions focus on building skills related to task completion & management (i.e. schoolwork/homework and chores), working cooperatively with others, managing frustration, and developing greater emotional intelligence in a fun and positive environment. Recommended ages are 10-13. This is an ...
Hosted by Dr. Chassity Todd
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30321
Structured sessions focus on building skills related to task completion & management (i.e. schoolwork/homework and chores), working cooperatively with others, managing frustration, and developing greater emotional intelligence in a fun and positive environment. Recommended ages are 10-13. This is an ...
Adolescent DBT Skills Group
DBT Skills Group for adolescents who may struggle with impulsive behaviors, emotion regulation issues, difficulties in relationships, etc. This group will provide coping skills related to mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Each module will operate on an ...
Hosted by Rajeive Manradgh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30324
DBT Skills Group for adolescents who may struggle with impulsive behaviors, emotion regulation issues, difficulties in relationships, etc. This group will provide coping skills related to mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Each module will operate on an ...
The Journey
HER JOURNEY is an VIRTUAL trauma group was created by Dr. Denisa Millette. This VIRTUAL healing and trauma recovery group for women uses a combination of trauma-focused psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and art therapy to provide an effective context to ...
Hosted by Sharilee Benjamin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30328
HER JOURNEY is an VIRTUAL trauma group was created by Dr. Denisa Millette. This VIRTUAL healing and trauma recovery group for women uses a combination of trauma-focused psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and art therapy to provide an effective context to ...
Women in transition, Women's Retreats
Women are powerful creative forces. As such, they must take time to discover, manage and celebrate this power. Women in transition often need additional support in harnessing power and intentionally activating it for effective outcomes. I offer women-in-transition groups and ...
Hosted by Kathryn Langner Tecosky
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30307
Women are powerful creative forces. As such, they must take time to discover, manage and celebrate this power. Women in transition often need additional support in harnessing power and intentionally activating it for effective outcomes. I offer women-in-transition groups and ...
Clinical Supervision
2-hour supervision group available the second Saturday of each month. All groups are led by Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS) located in Smyrna Georgia just outside of Atlanta. Gain insight from CPCS with specific training in substance abuse and multicultural ...
Hosted by Rayvene Whatley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30339
2-hour supervision group available the second Saturday of each month. All groups are led by Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS) located in Smyrna Georgia just outside of Atlanta. Gain insight from CPCS with specific training in substance abuse and multicultural ...
Divorce Wellness Support Group
Divorce support group for women contemplating, in the process of, or post-divorce. Achieve optimal wellness through support for your emotional, physical, financial, and spiritual well-being. There is a life of meaning, peace, and even joy beyond marital challenges and beyond ...
Hosted by Cindy Hopper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30328
Divorce support group for women contemplating, in the process of, or post-divorce. Achieve optimal wellness through support for your emotional, physical, financial, and spiritual well-being. There is a life of meaning, peace, and even joy beyond marital challenges and beyond ...
Social Skills Group
The group is an evidence based clinical group treatment that uses strategies of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to pioneer a new way for school-aged, high-functioning students who may be experiencing social learning challenges. The purpose of the social skills group is ...
Hosted by Taylor Dye
Counselor, MS, APC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30339
The group is an evidence based clinical group treatment that uses strategies of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to pioneer a new way for school-aged, high-functioning students who may be experiencing social learning challenges. The purpose of the social skills group is ...
The Art of Self-Care
This workshop is designed for women who are ready for a 7-day transformative experience that will deepen your relationship and connection to the mind and body. Each day will start with a sunrise or daily meditation, followed by a women's ...
Hosted by Monica Manuel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30309
This workshop is designed for women who are ready for a 7-day transformative experience that will deepen your relationship and connection to the mind and body. Each day will start with a sunrise or daily meditation, followed by a women's ...
Grief Support Group
Grief is a normal reaction to experiencing a loss. Join us for a supportive, open group facilitated by therapists, helping to assist individuals dealing with the unique challenges that accompany grief. We will met weekly on Tuesday evenings for 6-8 ...
Hosted by Stephanie Thom
Counselor, APC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30307
Grief is a normal reaction to experiencing a loss. Join us for a supportive, open group facilitated by therapists, helping to assist individuals dealing with the unique challenges that accompany grief. We will met weekly on Tuesday evenings for 6-8 ...
Dr. David Raque and Susan Todd-Raque, M.S in Psych
Dr. Raque and Ms. Todd-Raque work together offering marital and premarital counseling. Ms. Todd-Raque has her Masters of Arts in Art History and also a Masters of Science of Psychology. Dr. Raque and his wife are now seeing couples together. ...
Hosted by David Raque
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30324
Dr. Raque and Ms. Todd-Raque work together offering marital and premarital counseling. Ms. Todd-Raque has her Masters of Arts in Art History and also a Masters of Science of Psychology. Dr. Raque and his wife are now seeing couples together. ...
Fourth Trimester/New Parents Psychotherapy Group
There’s nothing quite like the delirious joy that comes from caring for a newborn. For many of us, the “fourth trimester,” or first three months after labor and delivery, may be a time of joy, yes, but also uncertainty. We ...
Hosted by Alison C. Reed
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MPH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30324
There’s nothing quite like the delirious joy that comes from caring for a newborn. For many of us, the “fourth trimester,” or first three months after labor and delivery, may be a time of joy, yes, but also uncertainty. We ...
Grief
Hosted by Latechia Hogue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30307
Radius Intensives
Radius is a 2.5 day therapeutic intensive, focusing on supporting those who have experienced or witnessed trauma on their pathway to healing and recovery. This program includes skill building, small group and dyad processing, and experiential work. Incorporating cutting-edge somatic ...
Hosted by Kristine Medea
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BCETS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30316
Radius is a 2.5 day therapeutic intensive, focusing on supporting those who have experienced or witnessed trauma on their pathway to healing and recovery. This program includes skill building, small group and dyad processing, and experiential work. Incorporating cutting-edge somatic ...
Fortune Global Psychiatry, LLC
Fortune Global Psychiatry is a full service private practice serving Atlanta and its surrounding areas. Fortune Global Psychiatry will provide comprehensive adult psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis and personalized treatment plans for conditions including; adjustment disorder, insomnia, depression, anxiety, disorder, PTSD, bipolar ...
Hosted by Maima Fortune
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN-BC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30309
Fortune Global Psychiatry is a full service private practice serving Atlanta and its surrounding areas. Fortune Global Psychiatry will provide comprehensive adult psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis and personalized treatment plans for conditions including; adjustment disorder, insomnia, depression, anxiety, disorder, PTSD, bipolar ...
Men's Mental Health Group
Being a man in the 21st century comes with unique challenges and stressors. While the ever-changing world shifts its ideas surrounding masculinity, our mission is to face the world head-on as a group. Our objective with our Men’s Mental Health ...
Hosted by Gabriel Ty Kuecher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30315
Being a man in the 21st century comes with unique challenges and stressors. While the ever-changing world shifts its ideas surrounding masculinity, our mission is to face the world head-on as a group. Our objective with our Men’s Mental Health ...
Facing the Shadows
Hosted by Cindy Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, EMDR, CMAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30305
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Atlanta?
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.