Thalia Medical Center
Thalia Medical Center specializes in outpatient mental health as well as substance abuse/recovery and co-occurring disorders.
Hosted by Jamie Kakkanattu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, FNP-BC, PMHNPBC, CCRN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Narberth, PA 19072
Thalia Medical Center specializes in outpatient mental health as well as substance abuse/recovery and co-occurring disorders.
Bereavement Support Group
Weekly 90-minute sessions in which you can learn and receive support from others who have experienced a loss as well as from a professional facilitator. Information will be provided on grief, coping strategies, and expanding social support. Group sessions include ...
Hosted by Jeffrey T Barg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Weekly 90-minute sessions in which you can learn and receive support from others who have experienced a loss as well as from a professional facilitator. Information will be provided on grief, coping strategies, and expanding social support. Group sessions include ...
Young Adult LGBTQ+
Are you part of the LGBTQIA+ community? Are you struggling with feelings of isolation, anxiety, sadness, poor-self esteem, or difficulty with identity formation? Then you are welcome to this group! The purpose of this group is to help you by ...
Hosted by Veronica Temons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fort Washington, PA 19034
Are you part of the LGBTQIA+ community? Are you struggling with feelings of isolation, anxiety, sadness, poor-self esteem, or difficulty with identity formation? Then you are welcome to this group! The purpose of this group is to help you by ...
Addiction recovery and drug and alcohol use
Philadelphia Psychologist Dr. Jeremy Frank runs this group for men and woman who identify as having some sort of addiction or compulsive behavior and who are motivated to work on longer term therapy issues. Most of the current members have ...
Hosted by Jeremy Frank and Associates
Psychologist, PhD, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Philadelphia Psychologist Dr. Jeremy Frank runs this group for men and woman who identify as having some sort of addiction or compulsive behavior and who are motivated to work on longer term therapy issues. Most of the current members have ...
Self Esteem for Adolescent Girls
Hosted by Help, Healing & Hope Therapeutic Services, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Jenkintown, PA 19046
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
MBCT is an evidence-based practice that enhances health of mind and body. It not only reduces relapse once people are treated for anxiety, depression, OCD, and other stress-related & exacerbated conditions (e.g.,PTSD), it is also an excellent adjunct to individual ...
Hosted by Christine Molnar
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Melrose Park, PA 19027
MBCT is an evidence-based practice that enhances health of mind and body. It not only reduces relapse once people are treated for anxiety, depression, OCD, and other stress-related & exacerbated conditions (e.g.,PTSD), it is also an excellent adjunct to individual ...
Marital Education Workshop
The PREP (Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program) workshop will help couples deepen their friendship, add romance/passion to their marrige, learn to problem-solve more effectively, learn to talk more and fight less, and raise amount of fun in their relationship. The ...
Hosted by Psychology & Counseling Associates, P.C.
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Pottstown, PA 19464
The PREP (Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program) workshop will help couples deepen their friendship, add romance/passion to their marrige, learn to problem-solve more effectively, learn to talk more and fight less, and raise amount of fun in their relationship. The ...
Women's Empowerment Group/Couples
Groups require 3 or more women at al times.
Hosted by Geraldine H Thomas
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Groups require 3 or more women at al times.
Group Supervision
Group Supervision is offered for therapists seeking to accrue licensure hours. Theories most heavily utilized are: Structural Family Therapy and CBT. Person of the therapist elements are incorporated as well. Group currently has open slots.
Hosted by The Sunrise Center For Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
Group Supervision is offered for therapists seeking to accrue licensure hours. Theories most heavily utilized are: Structural Family Therapy and CBT. Person of the therapist elements are incorporated as well. Group currently has open slots.
DBT Skills Building
What would your life look like if you could regulate those emotions? You would be able to go to work and control those feelings that make you feel like an outsider. You could navigate those disappointing times in life. Less ...
Hosted by Life in Balance Services PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Royersford, PA 19468
What would your life look like if you could regulate those emotions? You would be able to go to work and control those feelings that make you feel like an outsider. You could navigate those disappointing times in life. Less ...
Arbol Professional Counseling, LLC
At Arbol Professional Counseling, we specialize in treating adolescents, adults, and couples. We offer a safe, private, and comfortable setting to allow you to work through and address your mental health needs.
Hosted by Eduardo A Juarez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lansdale, PA 19446
At Arbol Professional Counseling, we specialize in treating adolescents, adults, and couples. We offer a safe, private, and comfortable setting to allow you to work through and address your mental health needs.
Healthy Relationships Group
VIRTUAL GROUP CURRENTLY Learn how to manage your thoughts and emotions regarding past or current relationships, be able to identify what a healthy relationship looks like, how to communicate effectively with your partner, and how to navigate conflict when it ...
Hosted by Deborah Ann DePolo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pottstown, PA 19464
VIRTUAL GROUP CURRENTLY Learn how to manage your thoughts and emotions regarding past or current relationships, be able to identify what a healthy relationship looks like, how to communicate effectively with your partner, and how to navigate conflict when it ...
Religious Trauma Support Group
This is a peer support group for folks who have had adverse religious experiences. We build coping skills for relationship issues stemming from religious differences with loved ones. Our primary focus is on ex-Fundamentalist Christians, though folks with adverse experiences ...
Hosted by Easin M Beck
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Phoenixville, PA 19460
This is a peer support group for folks who have had adverse religious experiences. We build coping skills for relationship issues stemming from religious differences with loved ones. Our primary focus is on ex-Fundamentalist Christians, though folks with adverse experiences ...
Young Adult Women Support Group
We are excited to announce a new group facilitated by our amazingly talented therapist Sarah! The start date is JULY 13th!!! The group is 6 weeks long where you will connect with peers while exploring topics like: mental health and ...
Hosted by Stefanie Helman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Blue Bell, PA 19422
We are excited to announce a new group facilitated by our amazingly talented therapist Sarah! The start date is JULY 13th!!! The group is 6 weeks long where you will connect with peers while exploring topics like: mental health and ...
Baby Loss Support Group
A trained psychotherapist, will facilitate this support group. Are you feeling isolated and alone after the loss of your baby? Our baby loss support group is open to anyone who has experienced the loss of their baby during pregnancy (20 ...
Hosted by Maternal Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Abington, PA 19001
A trained psychotherapist, will facilitate this support group. Are you feeling isolated and alone after the loss of your baby? Our baby loss support group is open to anyone who has experienced the loss of their baby during pregnancy (20 ...
High Functioning Adults--Intimacy & Assertiveness
High functioning, psychologically minded adults seeking greater intimacy and assertiveness meet weekly with co-therapy team of male and female doctoral level psychologists.
FORMAL INTERVIEW NECESSARY.
High functioning, psychologically minded adults seeking greater intimacy and assertiveness meet weekly with co-therapy team of male and female doctoral level psychologists.
FORMAL INTERVIEW NECESSARY.
Hey Man! Are You Okay?
McPherson Clinical & Consulting Services presents Hey Man! Are You Okay? A therapeutic process group hosted by Frantz Allan Jean-Baptiste, MFT; Hey Man! Are You Okay? will focus on supporting BIPOC men grappling with the struggles of societal pressures that ...
Hosted by McPherson Clinical & Consulting Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EMBA, LPC, NCC, CDWF
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wyncote, PA 19095
McPherson Clinical & Consulting Services presents Hey Man! Are You Okay? A therapeutic process group hosted by Frantz Allan Jean-Baptiste, MFT; Hey Man! Are You Okay? will focus on supporting BIPOC men grappling with the struggles of societal pressures that ...
Clinical Group for Clinicians earning licensure
This group is designed to invest in and broaden the skillset and experience of Master Level Clinicians currently working towards their licensure.
Hosted by Candis R Ubiles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Colmar, PA 18915
This group is designed to invest in and broaden the skillset and experience of Master Level Clinicians currently working towards their licensure.
Art of Friendship Social Skill Groups/Camp Pegasus
The Art of Friendship/Camp Pegasus is the Philadelphia area's leading social skills program, having supported thousands of children since 2000. We teach Theory-of-Mind, perspective-taking, reading social cues, & the hidden rules of socialization. The group works on critical interaction skills ...
Hosted by Child and Family Art Therapy Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Haverford, PA 19041
The Art of Friendship/Camp Pegasus is the Philadelphia area's leading social skills program, having supported thousands of children since 2000. We teach Theory-of-Mind, perspective-taking, reading social cues, & the hidden rules of socialization. The group works on critical interaction skills ...
Relationship Focused Group Therapy
The group process is based on interacting with other members and understanding how you come across to to others and how others impact you. Learning to share thoughts and emotions respectfully without editing your reactions is a main group goal. ...
The group process is based on interacting with other members and understanding how you come across to to others and how others impact you. Learning to share thoughts and emotions respectfully without editing your reactions is a main group goal. ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Montgomery 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.