Support Groups in Chicago, IL
Gay Men's Group
This is as a virtual group where we discuss shared issues, practice new ways of expressing and modify how we view ourselves. It is an interpersonal process group that can be particularly helpful for gay men seeking to learn how ...
Hosted by Colibri Counseling
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60640
This is as a virtual group where we discuss shared issues, practice new ways of expressing and modify how we view ourselves. It is an interpersonal process group that can be particularly helpful for gay men seeking to learn how ...
Long COVID Support & Processing Group (online)
This is a 6-week closed group (which means the same members each week) meets via GoogleMeet for COVID long-haulers, or those experiencing long term symptoms from COVID. This group is a mix of a support and processing group. This means ...
Hosted by Samantha Lane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60647
This is a 6-week closed group (which means the same members each week) meets via GoogleMeet for COVID long-haulers, or those experiencing long term symptoms from COVID. This group is a mix of a support and processing group. This means ...
Simmons Counseling & Consulting Services, PC
Hosted by Danielle Simmons
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60604
Psychological Consultations
Psychological Consultations is a private group practice located in the Lakeview area of Chicago, IL. We have experience providing psychological services to diverse populations, especially the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered, and Questioning (LGBTQ) communities, for more than 20 years. Our ...
Hosted by Gregory Michael Sarlo
Psychologist, PsyD, LCPC, CAC, CFC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60657
Psychological Consultations is a private group practice located in the Lakeview area of Chicago, IL. We have experience providing psychological services to diverse populations, especially the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered, and Questioning (LGBTQ) communities, for more than 20 years. Our ...
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT is designed to assist participates in identifying and managing maladaptive thoughts that influence behaviors and emotions. The development of these thought patterns serve as an organizational template that can become problematic in many areas of our lives. CBT will ...
Hosted by John Carter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60604
CBT is designed to assist participates in identifying and managing maladaptive thoughts that influence behaviors and emotions. The development of these thought patterns serve as an organizational template that can become problematic in many areas of our lives. CBT will ...
Teen Process Group
Our teen process group is an open-ended part process-based, part-skills-based group for teens who are struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, body image, and relationships. We will be meeting virtually.
Hosted by Lexus Goings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60601
Our teen process group is an open-ended part process-based, part-skills-based group for teens who are struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, body image, and relationships. We will be meeting virtually.
Purity Culture Recovery Group
Did you know that some people who grew up in religious purity culture have symptoms that are similar to people who experienced childhood sexual abuse? The impact of a sexually shaming culture can be subtle, but leave deep wounds. This ...
Hosted by Kelly Pastori
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60622
Did you know that some people who grew up in religious purity culture have symptoms that are similar to people who experienced childhood sexual abuse? The impact of a sexually shaming culture can be subtle, but leave deep wounds. This ...
Grief & Dinner
Meals can be lonely while processing grief. Whether it's lack of appetite, memories of shared meals, or depression that is keeping you from wanting to cook, we get it. Hence this idea to have a shared meal together. Since this ...
Hosted by CFC Therapy Group
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60614
Meals can be lonely while processing grief. Whether it's lack of appetite, memories of shared meals, or depression that is keeping you from wanting to cook, we get it. Hence this idea to have a shared meal together. Since this ...
Addiction Recovery Group
An open-ended mixed gender group designed to support ongoing recovery from addiction and compulsive behaviors.
Hosted by Tamara Roth
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60602
An open-ended mixed gender group designed to support ongoing recovery from addiction and compulsive behaviors.
2nd Story Counseling
Hosted by Costa Provis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CHT, CPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60657
Summit Counseling Group
Summit helps people to live happier, healthier & more productive lives. Through the use of humanistic psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, & integrative holistic approaches, our clients develop life-changing habits to help them cope with life's ...
Hosted by Jane Shersher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60657
Summit helps people to live happier, healthier & more productive lives. Through the use of humanistic psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, & integrative holistic approaches, our clients develop life-changing habits to help them cope with life's ...
Crash Course in Couple's Communication
This Crash Course is a 3 hour seminar on ways to improve communication with your partner to improve the relationship. We work on understanding basic psychology, communication strategies, love languages, and ways to improve intimacy in the relationship. We utilize ...
Hosted by Ben Stover
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60657
This Crash Course is a 3 hour seminar on ways to improve communication with your partner to improve the relationship. We work on understanding basic psychology, communication strategies, love languages, and ways to improve intimacy in the relationship. We utilize ...
Men's Group Psychotherapy
Men face unique challenges and societal expectations that can impact their mental well-being. As men become increasingly socially isolated through post-pandemic remote work, the emergence of men's psychotherapy groups has become increasingly valuable. We offer supportive and non-judgmental group relationship ...
Hosted by John Fiene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60622
Men face unique challenges and societal expectations that can impact their mental well-being. As men become increasingly socially isolated through post-pandemic remote work, the emergence of men's psychotherapy groups has become increasingly valuable. We offer supportive and non-judgmental group relationship ...
Performers and Anxiety
Unique People, Unique Pressures. There is Strength in numbers! Collaboratively work through difficult emotions as a small community. Call for pricing + details.
Hosted by Ndidi Onyejiaka
Psychiatrist, MD, FAAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60603
Unique People, Unique Pressures. There is Strength in numbers! Collaboratively work through difficult emotions as a small community. Call for pricing + details.
LGBTQ+ Therapy Support Group (Virtual)
LGBTQ+ Therapy Support group is for adults that will meet on Google Meets, beginning October 2nd. This group will help individuals explore identity and build community, strategize coping mechanisms, discover new perspectives, find resilience within, and learn more about themselves. ...
Hosted by InTouch & Motion
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60641
LGBTQ+ Therapy Support group is for adults that will meet on Google Meets, beginning October 2nd. This group will help individuals explore identity and build community, strategize coping mechanisms, discover new perspectives, find resilience within, and learn more about themselves. ...
Women's Group
This weekly group therapy program has been designed to help participants process their emotions, gain a better understanding of their experiences, and build coping skills that can be applied in real-world situations throughout their lives. The group sessions allow members ...
Hosted by Cressie Goode
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60657
This weekly group therapy program has been designed to help participants process their emotions, gain a better understanding of their experiences, and build coping skills that can be applied in real-world situations throughout their lives. The group sessions allow members ...
2 on-going mixed gender therapy groups
Hosted by Bruce Aaron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60660
Center for Personal Development
At the Center for Personal Development, we offer therapy and counseling for the breadth of therapeutic struggles or issues that one might be facing. We specialize in creating unique treatment plans for each of our clients. Our focus is one ...
Hosted by Krisanna Sharon
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60611
At the Center for Personal Development, we offer therapy and counseling for the breadth of therapeutic struggles or issues that one might be facing. We specialize in creating unique treatment plans for each of our clients. Our focus is one ...
Day Intensive Outpatient, Substance Use
We provide a structured and supportive environment where those struggling with problematic alcohol and/or drug use can reclaim control of their lives. We are focused on a holistic and abstinence-based treatment approach that offers the knowledge, skills and tools to ...
Hosted by Ascension - Behavioral Health, Downtown Chicago
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60602
We provide a structured and supportive environment where those struggling with problematic alcohol and/or drug use can reclaim control of their lives. We are focused on a holistic and abstinence-based treatment approach that offers the knowledge, skills and tools to ...
ATR Supervision Group
This is a monthly supervision group for Art Therapists working toward their ATR credential. Please email me for more details. Group is in Chicago's River North neighborhood.
Hosted by Giuseppina Impellizzeri
Counselor, MA, LCPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60654
This is a monthly supervision group for Art Therapists working toward their ATR credential. Please email me for more details. Group is in Chicago's River North neighborhood.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Chicago?
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.