Support Groups in San Francisco, CA
Peace Tree Mental Health
Psychiatry and psychotherapy in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Practice of Dr. Sanjana Karim. Dr. Karim is a board certified psychiatrist & addiction medicine specialist. She provides therapy, complemented with medication treatment when needed. She specializes in women's mental ...
Hosted by Sanjana Karim
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94115
Psychiatry and psychotherapy in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Practice of Dr. Sanjana Karim. Dr. Karim is a board certified psychiatrist & addiction medicine specialist. She provides therapy, complemented with medication treatment when needed. She specializes in women's mental ...
Build Confidence through Arts-Based Group Therapy
Do you feel anxious or down on yourself? In this online group, you’ll learn skills to alleviate self-criticism and its effects on mood, purpose, and relationships. Two-hour, weekly sessions include topics central to Dialectical Behavior Therapy such as mindfulness, self-compassion, ...
Hosted by Melissa Louise Craven
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94115
Do you feel anxious or down on yourself? In this online group, you’ll learn skills to alleviate self-criticism and its effects on mood, purpose, and relationships. Two-hour, weekly sessions include topics central to Dialectical Behavior Therapy such as mindfulness, self-compassion, ...
Cultivating Curiosity, Courage & Compassion
The virtual group discusses OCD related topics such as, ACT, exposure therapy, working with obsessions, perfectionism, rumination, motivation & self-judgement. Through the use of structured journaling & optional sharing, participants learn how to identify their strengths, fears, & create a ...
Hosted by choicetherapy psychological services, inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94109
The virtual group discusses OCD related topics such as, ACT, exposure therapy, working with obsessions, perfectionism, rumination, motivation & self-judgement. Through the use of structured journaling & optional sharing, participants learn how to identify their strengths, fears, & create a ...
Group Therapy
Basically, the focus is on improving interpersonal and relationship skills. The power of group therapy lies in the ability to receive honest yet supportive feedback from members. Members tell one another how they are experienced--what are things they do that ...
Hosted by Mary Jean (Mj) Paris
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
Basically, the focus is on improving interpersonal and relationship skills. The power of group therapy lies in the ability to receive honest yet supportive feedback from members. Members tell one another how they are experienced--what are things they do that ...
Thrivers: A Women's Trauma Therapy Group
Thrivers is a 24-week total women’s* trauma therapy program composed of three 8-week phases: Getting the Trauma Recovery Tools, Telling Our Trauma Stories, and Working in the Here-and-Now. Thrivers will meet via online TeleMental Health. Group members find and nurture ...
Hosted by Laine Demetria
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94104
Thrivers is a 24-week total women’s* trauma therapy program composed of three 8-week phases: Getting the Trauma Recovery Tools, Telling Our Trauma Stories, and Working in the Here-and-Now. Thrivers will meet via online TeleMental Health. Group members find and nurture ...
"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 ...
Mindful Self-Compassion
Self-Compassion is a way to train the heart and Mind to respond to life's difficult moments with kindness and compassion rather than self-criticism and judgment. It can be learned by anyone, it provides emotional strength and resilience, makes it easier ...
Hosted by Pauline Wakeham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94127
Self-Compassion is a way to train the heart and Mind to respond to life's difficult moments with kindness and compassion rather than self-criticism and judgment. It can be learned by anyone, it provides emotional strength and resilience, makes it easier ...
After Marriage -
On-going Process/Support Group for those struggling with break-ups, separations, or divorce. The weekly group is a safe, contained space where members share struggles, experiences, and find solutions. Topics also include: visitation, shared custody, blended family issues, & inter-couple communications.
Hosted by Howard P Goodman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94111
On-going Process/Support Group for those struggling with break-ups, separations, or divorce. The weekly group is a safe, contained space where members share struggles, experiences, and find solutions. Topics also include: visitation, shared custody, blended family issues, & inter-couple communications.
Fertility Journeys
Do you live in fear that your dream of having a family will never be realized? Has your sense of self, your relationships, and your view of the world been rocked by the experience of infertility? You are not alone. ...
Hosted by Jessica Hegedus
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94115
Do you live in fear that your dream of having a family will never be realized? Has your sense of self, your relationships, and your view of the world been rocked by the experience of infertility? You are not alone. ...
Non-monogamy Support Group
Due to societal stigma issues related to non-monogamy can feel isolating. These groups strive to ease that isolation by fostering open-minded & non-judgmental social support. We foster values of acceptance for the full range of relationship preferences, welcoming those having ...
Hosted by Vast Love
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
Due to societal stigma issues related to non-monogamy can feel isolating. These groups strive to ease that isolation by fostering open-minded & non-judgmental social support. We foster values of acceptance for the full range of relationship preferences, welcoming those having ...
Struggling To Find And Keep A Loving Relationship?
During weekly sessions talk openly and confidentially about your work, romance, sex, friends, family, your goals and dreams, fears and challenges. An affordable, fun and safe environment, where you can get expert insight, personalized feedback and practical advice. You want ...
Hosted by Reconnect Relationship - Dr. Gilbert Chalepas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94108
During weekly sessions talk openly and confidentially about your work, romance, sex, friends, family, your goals and dreams, fears and challenges. An affordable, fun and safe environment, where you can get expert insight, personalized feedback and practical advice. You want ...
Revolving Grief Groups, email to inquire
Grief groups are offered at various time of the year, for all types of loss. I am starting 8-Week Grief Groups, which consist of eight weekly sessions exploring any type of loss, including traumatic loss, no matter how long ago. ...
Hosted by Nate Hinerman
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94118
Grief groups are offered at various time of the year, for all types of loss. I am starting 8-Week Grief Groups, which consist of eight weekly sessions exploring any type of loss, including traumatic loss, no matter how long ago. ...
Wednesday Evening Men's Groups
These Men's Groups are supportive, challenging settings to receive frank, empathetic feedback from other men within a confidential and growing space. On Zoom & live, one group is composed of straight men, the other of gay men. The group explores ...
Hosted by Kevin Orzech
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94104
These Men's Groups are supportive, challenging settings to receive frank, empathetic feedback from other men within a confidential and growing space. On Zoom & live, one group is composed of straight men, the other of gay men. The group explores ...
Courage Connects - Dare to Lead
Courage Connects is a leadership workshop based on the research of Brené Brown. This workshop appeals to people across all industries and positions. The overarching theme is courage - show up as a braver leader and you will be able ...
Hosted by Rachel Packer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
Courage Connects is a leadership workshop based on the research of Brené Brown. This workshop appeals to people across all industries and positions. The overarching theme is courage - show up as a braver leader and you will be able ...
Grief Support Group
It's important to talk about your loved one, honor your emotions and recognize the various stages of mourning. With loss also comes changes in self-identity and the role a person plays in life. This group is a safe space where ...
Hosted by Cathy Trenary
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94114
It's important to talk about your loved one, honor your emotions and recognize the various stages of mourning. With loss also comes changes in self-identity and the role a person plays in life. This group is a safe space where ...
Find Your Bliss Guided Meditation Group
Gain better access to your innate qualities of compassion, calm, and confidence based on the principles of IFS combined with spiritual practices incorporating ancient wisdom, allowing you to connect with a higher consciousness and cultivate a sense of purpose and ...
Hosted by Marie Lanier
LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94123
Gain better access to your innate qualities of compassion, calm, and confidence based on the principles of IFS combined with spiritual practices incorporating ancient wisdom, allowing you to connect with a higher consciousness and cultivate a sense of purpose and ...
Woodleaf Eating Disorder Center
We are currently offering eating disorder support groups online and the cost is covered by insurance. We are waiving all fees when possible. Our groups are focused to treat anorexia, bulimia and binge eating. Our clinicians are licensed and highly ...
Hosted by Woodleaf Eating Disorder Center
Treatment Center, MA, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94102
We are currently offering eating disorder support groups online and the cost is covered by insurance. We are waiving all fees when possible. Our groups are focused to treat anorexia, bulimia and binge eating. Our clinicians are licensed and highly ...
Breathe Mama Breathe
Having a “mama moment” or maybe even a “mama meltdown?” Breathe mama, breathe. This virtual group is for expecting mamas and new mamas located in California with children ages 0-1. This psychoeducational group provides practical mindfulness techniques for new mamas. ...
Hosted by Spark All Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94115
Having a “mama moment” or maybe even a “mama meltdown?” Breathe mama, breathe. This virtual group is for expecting mamas and new mamas located in California with children ages 0-1. This psychoeducational group provides practical mindfulness techniques for new mamas. ...
Insomnia Treatment
Hosted by Britney Blair
Psychologist, PsyD, CBSM
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94109
Telemedicine DBT/CBT and Substance Abuse Groups
Skills, education and process are the three main components of this group. 4-8 individuals are in each group. I use both compassion and humor to lead the groups. My background includes inpatient, outpatient and detox groups for substance abuse.
Hosted by Victoria Zurkan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94109
Skills, education and process are the three main components of this group. 4-8 individuals are in each group. I use both compassion and humor to lead the groups. My background includes inpatient, outpatient and detox groups for substance abuse.
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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.