Women Survivors of Domestic Violence
Comprised of adult women survivors of abusive relationships (physical and psychological). Use of Integrated Narrative, Mindfulness, and CBT approach.
Hosted by John Michael Duffey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAcc, ABD, DMHA, NCC, LPC, CCBT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Phenix City, AL 36867
Comprised of adult women survivors of abusive relationships (physical and psychological). Use of Integrated Narrative, Mindfulness, and CBT approach.
A Better Way Counseling and Consulting
A Better Way Counseling and Consulting is a practice expanding in the state of Alabama. Our team of therapists will provide quality clinical care every session. Our team allows you to meet in-person or online. Allow us to "Meet you ...
Hosted by Darissa L Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntsville, AL 35814
A Better Way Counseling and Consulting is a practice expanding in the state of Alabama. Our team of therapists will provide quality clinical care every session. Our team allows you to meet in-person or online. Allow us to "Meet you ...
Domestic Violence Psycho-Education
This group is designed for domestic abuse/violence offenders. These sessions teach the dynamics of domestic violence/abuse and skills to chose nonviolent resolution of conflict. One of the basic tenets of the session is the unacceptability of violence and personal accountability ...
Hosted by Generations Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hueytown, AL 35023
This group is designed for domestic abuse/violence offenders. These sessions teach the dynamics of domestic violence/abuse and skills to chose nonviolent resolution of conflict. One of the basic tenets of the session is the unacceptability of violence and personal accountability ...
Family Therapy Group
Family & Group therapy for adults in court needing therapeutic assistance in rehabilitation counseling services.
Hosted by Dr. Jefkida Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PhD, MA, LMFTA, LMHCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Montgomery, AL 36117
Family & Group therapy for adults in court needing therapeutic assistance in rehabilitation counseling services.
Bass Assertive Solutions & Support, LLC
Hosted by Bass Assertive Solutions & Support, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Homewood, AL 35209
Overcoming Anxiety and Panic
CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) will be utilized to help participants acquire and refine skills to overcome their fears, avoidance behavior, and lead healthier, happier lives.
Hosted by Donald 'jay' Mulkerne
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Foley, AL 36535
CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) will be utilized to help participants acquire and refine skills to overcome their fears, avoidance behavior, and lead healthier, happier lives.
Connect Relational Counseling, LLC
Hosted by Amanda King
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, AL 35758
Substance Abuse
Hosted by Jerrold L. Langford
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ADC, ICADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35209
Interpersonal Interactions Group
In this group, you practice your goal behaviors, learning to interact with people in new ways. You receive feedback from other group members about your in-group interactions and you provide feedback to other group members about how they come across ...
Hosted by Crosswalk Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Auburn, AL 36830
In this group, you practice your goal behaviors, learning to interact with people in new ways. You receive feedback from other group members about your in-group interactions and you provide feedback to other group members about how they come across ...
Step by Step Advanced Relapse Prevention Group
This is for people who are pursuing sobriety and want help in addition to their recovery program of choice. We go through 9 different topics relating to emotional sobriety and maintaining chemical sobriety. Building Community is critical to maintaining sobriety, ...
Hosted by Maggie Banger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hoover, AL 35226
This is for people who are pursuing sobriety and want help in addition to their recovery program of choice. We go through 9 different topics relating to emotional sobriety and maintaining chemical sobriety. Building Community is critical to maintaining sobriety, ...
Anger Management Classes
Join Us Every Tuesday at 6pm! Struggling with anger? We're here to help! Every Tuesday at 6pm. Discover practical strategies to manage your anger and regain control over your emotions. Join our supportive community today! Group Sessions: $35 per session. ...
Hosted by Christine Schonbachler
LMSW, RN, BSN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntsville, AL 35806
Join Us Every Tuesday at 6pm! Struggling with anger? We're here to help! Every Tuesday at 6pm. Discover practical strategies to manage your anger and regain control over your emotions. Join our supportive community today! Group Sessions: $35 per session. ...
Men's Sex Addiction (S.A.) Group
Hosted by Beverly B Steinhauer
Counselor, RN, MS, LPC, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mobile, AL 36695
JLife "Intentionally Joyful Lifestyle" Group
JLife groups are a gem for seniors offering a program that has substantial personal meaning, taps into the joys of community, and provides empowerment for ongoing renewed synergy with life! The objective is to address lifespan challenges and the effects ...
Hosted by Doris Chambers Vaughans
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
JLife groups are a gem for seniors offering a program that has substantial personal meaning, taps into the joys of community, and provides empowerment for ongoing renewed synergy with life! The objective is to address lifespan challenges and the effects ...
Grief Recovery
Let's work together to change your relationship with grief. In community with other grievers, you can explore your thoughts and feelings and learn strategies for positive change.
Hosted by Dondra Goldsby
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, EMDR, Gottman
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pelham, AL 35124
Let's work together to change your relationship with grief. In community with other grievers, you can explore your thoughts and feelings and learn strategies for positive change.
Eating Disorder Support Groups
Assisting those struggling with their relationship with food, body and self move through recovery to recovered. Call for a free screening.
Hosted by Christopher Willson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35242
Assisting those struggling with their relationship with food, body and self move through recovery to recovered. Call for a free screening.
Drug Treatment Groups
We now offer an Drug Treatment program for Color Code and Drug Court requirements with groups at all different hours of the day. Please call and learn our schedule. 251-615-1233
Hosted by DaVine Counseling Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Daphne, AL 36526
We now offer an Drug Treatment program for Color Code and Drug Court requirements with groups at all different hours of the day. Please call and learn our schedule. 251-615-1233
Men's empowerment
Relationships, Emotional intelligence & communication. Career & Purose. Health: Body, Mind & Spirit. Wealth
Hosted by Dr. Chaplain Frederick D. Woods
Pastoral Counselor, ThD,
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntsville, AL 35805
Relationships, Emotional intelligence & communication. Career & Purose. Health: Body, Mind & Spirit. Wealth
Anger Management Classes
Is anger hurting your relationships? Has anger caused issues with your ability to function on the job? Has your anger gotten you into some trouble? Learn how to manage these issues in our Anger Management Classes. We provide a nonjudgemental ...
Hosted by Aspire Counseling & Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntsville, AL 35806
Is anger hurting your relationships? Has anger caused issues with your ability to function on the job? Has your anger gotten you into some trouble? Learn how to manage these issues in our Anger Management Classes. We provide a nonjudgemental ...
Caring for a Suicidal Teen
A new supportive and educational group in Huntsville for those raising a teenager who is struggling with suicidal thoughts/actions. Discuss questions like, "Why are they suicidal? Is it my fault? They're in the hospital. Now what? How can I support ...
Hosted by Rebekah L Smith
Counselor, LMSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntsville, AL 35801
A new supportive and educational group in Huntsville for those raising a teenager who is struggling with suicidal thoughts/actions. Discuss questions like, "Why are they suicidal? Is it my fault? They're in the hospital. Now what? How can I support ...
Boundaries Group based on Cloud and Townsend
Boundaries by Cloud and Townsend is a best selling book,and we do an 8 week-group based on their material. This group starts back up on Tuesday, September 12 at noon! Don't miss this opportunity!
Hosted by Laura Luckie Finch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35223
Boundaries by Cloud and Townsend is a best selling book,and we do an 8 week-group based on their material. This group starts back up on Tuesday, September 12 at noon! Don't miss this opportunity!
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Alabama?
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.