Life Skills, Creative Writing and College Bound
Offered from June 8-August 18 teaching valuable life skills to children and teens needing real world survival tools.
Hosted by West Ashley Counseling Associates, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LPC-S, LAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charleston, SC 29407
Offered from June 8-August 18 teaching valuable life skills to children and teens needing real world survival tools.
Relapse Prevention Group
Small peer support group led by a licensed addictions counselor. All stages of recovery welcome. Meets Tuesdays from 12:30- 1:30pm
Hosted by Barrier Islands Psychiatry
MD, LISW-CP, LPC, TMS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charleston, SC 29407
Small peer support group led by a licensed addictions counselor. All stages of recovery welcome. Meets Tuesdays from 12:30- 1:30pm
Creating a foundation to combat burn-out
On 3/29, Unlock the power of your mornings with Amy Foster's transformative class designed for purpose-driven individuals. Discover why a morning routine matters and how it sets the tone for a positive, productive day while regaining control over your schedule. ...
Hosted by Amy Foster
Counselor, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Charleston, SC 29406
On 3/29, Unlock the power of your mornings with Amy Foster's transformative class designed for purpose-driven individuals. Discover why a morning routine matters and how it sets the tone for a positive, productive day while regaining control over your schedule. ...
Psychotherapy Charleston
Private practice
Hosted by Samantha Rukavina
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charleston, SC 29403
Private practice
Preteen/teen Anxiety Group
Come join us for a 6-week anxiety group for kids between the ages of 11-14 years old starting July 12, 2023. This group incorporates the principles and techniques of Cognitive Behvioral Therapy (CBT) to provide valuable skills and support for ...
Hosted by Marcella Berman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
Come join us for a 6-week anxiety group for kids between the ages of 11-14 years old starting July 12, 2023. This group incorporates the principles and techniques of Cognitive Behvioral Therapy (CBT) to provide valuable skills and support for ...
LPC-A Clinical Supervision
LPC - Associates up to 12 Supervisees under LPCS Clinical Supervision. A maximum of 60 Clinical Supervision Group hours under guidelines of the SCLLR Board for Group Supervision. Only 6 Supervisees allowed in a group session. Individual Supervision up to ...
Hosted by A Shepherd's Heart Counseling
Pastoral Counselor, MA, LPC/S, LAC, MAC, AADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charleston, SC 29407
LPC - Associates up to 12 Supervisees under LPCS Clinical Supervision. A maximum of 60 Clinical Supervision Group hours under guidelines of the SCLLR Board for Group Supervision. Only 6 Supervisees allowed in a group session. Individual Supervision up to ...
Perinatal Anxiety Tools Group
These groups are for women who are battling anxiety during pregnancy or postpartum. Led by one of our counselors, the group members will learn cognitive and behavioral tools to reduce stress and anxiety.
Hosted by Steadfast Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charleston, SC 29407
These groups are for women who are battling anxiety during pregnancy or postpartum. Led by one of our counselors, the group members will learn cognitive and behavioral tools to reduce stress and anxiety.
Holiday Health & Healing Group
Holiday Heath & Healing Group: Find relief from stress and anxiety this holiday season. Get support on body image & self worth, your relationship with food and healthy eating habits. I will use mindfulness, energy psychology (TAT) and affirmations to ...
Hosted by Lisa Saldana
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
Holiday Heath & Healing Group: Find relief from stress and anxiety this holiday season. Get support on body image & self worth, your relationship with food and healthy eating habits. I will use mindfulness, energy psychology (TAT) and affirmations to ...
Women Empowering Women
This insight oriented Psychotherapy group will focus on showing up to a safe and nonjudgmental environment. There will be plenty of talking and exploring feelings as well as creative, experiential exercises, deep relaxation and guided imagery. The first group will ...
Hosted by Laura Sabatini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charleston, SC 29401
This insight oriented Psychotherapy group will focus on showing up to a safe and nonjudgmental environment. There will be plenty of talking and exploring feelings as well as creative, experiential exercises, deep relaxation and guided imagery. The first group will ...
Neurodivergent Interpersonal Connections
I am starting a neurodivergent group for children/adolescents age 10-14 in Mt. Pleasant that will primarily work towards building interpersonal relationships for those who think and process things differently. Having purpose in the community is vitally important for those with ...
Hosted by Natalie Ann Kitchen
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
I am starting a neurodivergent group for children/adolescents age 10-14 in Mt. Pleasant that will primarily work towards building interpersonal relationships for those who think and process things differently. Having purpose in the community is vitally important for those with ...
Childhood Trauma Therapy Group
Is the past catching up to you lately? Come explore the past to create a better today with others who have had similar experiences and with the guidance of licensed, trauma-trained therapists. Topics that will be covered are: psychoeducation about ...
Hosted by Celia Morgan Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd , LPC , LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
Is the past catching up to you lately? Come explore the past to create a better today with others who have had similar experiences and with the guidance of licensed, trauma-trained therapists. Topics that will be covered are: psychoeducation about ...
S.O.A.P. Teen Girls Group
6-week program beginning May 6th to help teen girls tackle: Stress, Overwhelm, Anxiety and Perfectionism. The teenage years are filled with monumental, exciting, and fast-moving change. We are here to support teens as they navigate their sense of self, their ...
Hosted by Cara Mazurek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sullivans Island, SC 29482
6-week program beginning May 6th to help teen girls tackle: Stress, Overwhelm, Anxiety and Perfectionism. The teenage years are filled with monumental, exciting, and fast-moving change. We are here to support teens as they navigate their sense of self, their ...
Igniting Girl Power
This group is for girls ages 14-18 and focuses on creating healthy relationships with self and others. It will incorporate a variety of different therapeutic techniques such as CBT, DBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). This group would be ...
Hosted by Samantha McKenzie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
This group is for girls ages 14-18 and focuses on creating healthy relationships with self and others. It will incorporate a variety of different therapeutic techniques such as CBT, DBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). This group would be ...
Morning DBT Group
The Morning group is for people who are tapering off their medications. Our motto is "Skills before Pills". Groups are 3 hours a day, 3 days a week for 24-30 sessions (7.5-8 weeks)
Hosted by The Middle Path at Barrier Island
Treatment Center, LISW-CP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charleston, SC 29407
The Morning group is for people who are tapering off their medications. Our motto is "Skills before Pills". Groups are 3 hours a day, 3 days a week for 24-30 sessions (7.5-8 weeks)
Unveiling the Narcissistic Abuse relationship
Are you struggling to break free from the cycle of narcissistic abuse? Do you feel drained, confused, and isolated in your relationships? It's time to reclaim your power and rebuild your life. Join us for an empowering journey of healing ...
Hosted by Beverly McBee Zimmerman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Johns Island, SC 29455
Are you struggling to break free from the cycle of narcissistic abuse? Do you feel drained, confused, and isolated in your relationships? It's time to reclaim your power and rebuild your life. Join us for an empowering journey of healing ...
Eating Disorder Groups
We are gathering individuals for group therapy that suffer from any diagnosis of eating disorders. We are formulating both a children's group, and an adult group. Please call or message if interested.
Hosted by Valerie Zanghirella
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
We are gathering individuals for group therapy that suffer from any diagnosis of eating disorders. We are formulating both a children's group, and an adult group. Please call or message if interested.
Adult DBT Skills Group
(www.cdbta.com). This is an adult Skills Group providing instruction in Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness skills over a 6-month period with weekly 2 hour meetings. Mindfulness skills for increasing awareness of the present moment to decrease destructive ...
Hosted by Kristi Galloway
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charleston, SC 29407
(www.cdbta.com). This is an adult Skills Group providing instruction in Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness skills over a 6-month period with weekly 2 hour meetings. Mindfulness skills for increasing awareness of the present moment to decrease destructive ...
Childhood Trauma Therapy Group
Have you been feeling the weight of your past creeping up on you? Join us in delving into your history alongside others who share similar experiences, guided by licensed therapists specializing in trauma. Our sessions will address crucial topics such ...
Hosted by Samantha Tomer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
Have you been feeling the weight of your past creeping up on you? Join us in delving into your history alongside others who share similar experiences, guided by licensed therapists specializing in trauma. Our sessions will address crucial topics such ...
LAC Supervision
Group Supervision for LACs working towards licensure as an LPC in SC.
Hosted by Ciri Colee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MDiv, LPC, LPCS, AADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charleston, SC 29401
Group Supervision for LACs working towards licensure as an LPC in SC.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Charleston County?
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.