Mental Health is Health
Mental Health is Health
Hosted by Pamela D Robinson
Counselor, MS, MPH, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Jasper, AL 35501
Mental Health is Health
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 ...
Grief, DBP, Divorce, Substance Abuse
Sundays: · 1PM-2PM: Substance Abuse /Adults 3PM-4PM: DBT (Adults) · 5PM-6PM: LGPTQ+ Support Mondays: · 1PM-2PM: Anxiety (Shawn) · 3PM-4PM: Surviving Grief (Shawn) · 5PM-6PM: Trauma Support uesdays: · 6PM-7PM: Substance abuse/Adolescents Wednesdays: · 4PM-5PM: DBT Adults (SAM) · 5:30PM-6:30PM: ...
Hosted by Wesam 'sam' Shash
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntsville, AL 35816
Sundays: · 1PM-2PM: Substance Abuse /Adults 3PM-4PM: DBT (Adults) · 5PM-6PM: LGPTQ+ Support Mondays: · 1PM-2PM: Anxiety (Shawn) · 3PM-4PM: Surviving Grief (Shawn) · 5PM-6PM: Trauma Support uesdays: · 6PM-7PM: Substance abuse/Adolescents Wednesdays: · 4PM-5PM: DBT Adults (SAM) · 5:30PM-6:30PM: ...
Women's Process Group/ Let's Talk About It
Process Group: Let's Talk About It is a group where clients meet with other women to process life's issues. This group allows for each participant to share and receive feedback. Through this process women lear they are not alone and ...
Hosted by Kimberly Williams Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vestavia, AL 35243
Process Group: Let's Talk About It is a group where clients meet with other women to process life's issues. This group allows for each participant to share and receive feedback. Through this process women lear they are not alone and ...
Sex Addiction and Recovery 101
Think you may be a sex addict but not sure? In this eight session educational experience you will learn the basics of recognizing the problems of compulsive sexual behavior, work toward identifying whether or not your sexual behavior is an ...
Hosted by Garrett Brent Irby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LPC, CSAT, CPTT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Think you may be a sex addict but not sure? In this eight session educational experience you will learn the basics of recognizing the problems of compulsive sexual behavior, work toward identifying whether or not your sexual behavior is an ...
Active Parenting of Children 5-12 Years Old
This group is designed for parent(s) with children ages 5-12 years old. Parenting is one of the hardest jobs there is and sometimes it can feel like a lot of trial and error, emphasis on the error. Children can be ...
Hosted by Kendal Gerrity
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, AL 35758
This group is designed for parent(s) with children ages 5-12 years old. Parenting is one of the hardest jobs there is and sometimes it can feel like a lot of trial and error, emphasis on the error. Children can be ...
Adult DBT Skills Training Group
In our DBT skills training group, we learn the standard four modules of DBT skills: Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. The group meets weekly for 6 - 12 months, depending on the unique needs of the client ...
Hosted by Wise Center for DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35223
In our DBT skills training group, we learn the standard four modules of DBT skills: Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. The group meets weekly for 6 - 12 months, depending on the unique needs of the client ...
Addiction Family Groups
I hold therapy groups for those that love someone who suffers from an addiction. I go beyond what a support group can offer. We learn new coping strategies, emotional regulation, and much more.
Hosted by Chris Depew
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntsville, AL 35801
I hold therapy groups for those that love someone who suffers from an addiction. I go beyond what a support group can offer. We learn new coping strategies, emotional regulation, and much more.
Recovery Support
Support for those recovering from any form of addiction.
Hosted by Barbara Powell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S, PIP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Meridianville, AL 35759
Support for those recovering from any form of addiction.
Tuscaloosa Psychological Services
A small independent private practice, owned and operated by two psychologists. We initially focused on psychological assessment.
A small independent private practice, owned and operated by two psychologists. We initially focused on psychological assessment.
Alexander & Associates Counseling Services
A small private practice that recruits the brightest talent and best therapists in Birmingham. We specialize in pairing you with a caring professional, with exceptional experience, that is properly trained to help you in the most effecient and effective ways ...
Hosted by Ashley Loeb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mountain Brook, AL 35223
A small private practice that recruits the brightest talent and best therapists in Birmingham. We specialize in pairing you with a caring professional, with exceptional experience, that is properly trained to help you in the most effecient and effective ways ...
The Evolution of Decision-Making
Decision-making can be difficult. A poor decision can lead to a life of self-doubt, low self-esteem, incarceration, or disruption from discovering one's intended purpose. The Evolution of Decision-Making teaches the basic principles needed to guide one to an orderly evaluation ...
Hosted by J L Austin Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Homewood, AL 35209
Decision-making can be difficult. A poor decision can lead to a life of self-doubt, low self-esteem, incarceration, or disruption from discovering one's intended purpose. The Evolution of Decision-Making teaches the basic principles needed to guide one to an orderly evaluation ...
Gloom to Bloom ( Virtual Grief Support Group)
Gloom to Bloom is a virtual grief group, exclusively for 25 and up, designed to provide therapeutic support for those navigating the complexities of grief and honoring the memories of lost loved ones. Our group will provide a safe and ...
Hosted by Summerlane Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Montgomery, AL 36106
Gloom to Bloom is a virtual grief group, exclusively for 25 and up, designed to provide therapeutic support for those navigating the complexities of grief and honoring the memories of lost loved ones. Our group will provide a safe and ...
Skills Training Class
Have a life worth living!! Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), we teach skills in four areas: Mindfulness (being present in the moment), Emotional Regulation (learning to manage your emotions), Interpersonal Effectiveness (learning to ask for what you want or put ...
Hosted by Maggie Minsk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC, NCC, CI, CCMC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, AL 35758
Have a life worth living!! Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), we teach skills in four areas: Mindfulness (being present in the moment), Emotional Regulation (learning to manage your emotions), Interpersonal Effectiveness (learning to ask for what you want or put ...
Outpatient Men's Substance Abuse Groups
Men's substance abuse recovery based on the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness within a Harm Reduction framework.. Any adult male 18 or older can attend. The out-of-pocket cost for the group is $35 per session. This ...
Hosted by Collins Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mobile, AL 36606
Men's substance abuse recovery based on the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness within a Harm Reduction framework.. Any adult male 18 or older can attend. The out-of-pocket cost for the group is $35 per session. This ...
Serenity Seekers- Connecting to Self After Trauma
This is a brave, sacred, non-judgmental space to explore and communicate with your internal parts. Through guided exercises and discussion, individuals develop a relationship with their parts, finding harmonization and healing through the journey to being self led
Hosted by Rainn Stone
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, GTC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntsville, AL 35801
This is a brave, sacred, non-judgmental space to explore and communicate with your internal parts. Through guided exercises and discussion, individuals develop a relationship with their parts, finding harmonization and healing through the journey to being self led
Grief and Loss group
The Grief Recovery Method is an action program for moving beyond death, divorce, and other losses including health, career, and faith.
Hosted by Alissa (Lisa) Cohen Lapidus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntsville, AL 35801
The Grief Recovery Method is an action program for moving beyond death, divorce, and other losses including health, career, and faith.
Courage Club
Courage Club is a therapy group for elementary children struggling with peer relationships and communication/social skills. Social skills include far more than the ability to communicate with other people. Many children have trouble meeting new friends, starting a conversation, perspective ...
Hosted by Lauren Roberts Jones
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35205
Courage Club is a therapy group for elementary children struggling with peer relationships and communication/social skills. Social skills include far more than the ability to communicate with other people. Many children have trouble meeting new friends, starting a conversation, perspective ...
Harmony in Diversity
Raising a child with unique abilities tests your strength, resilience, and heart. You may not have known if you were strong enough, but every day proves you are, and so am I. You are not alone! Together, we find strength ...
Hosted by Kiara Patrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Montgomery, AL 36106
Raising a child with unique abilities tests your strength, resilience, and heart. You may not have known if you were strong enough, but every day proves you are, and so am I. You are not alone! Together, we find strength ...
Reading Empowers
This is an adult process-oriented therapy group utilizing specific reading material. Each group meets 6-8 times. Each book or other material will have homework assignments to utilize for a deeper understanding and application of the material between group meetings intended ...
Hosted by Teresa Powers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT, ACS, NIC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Northport, AL 35473
This is an adult process-oriented therapy group utilizing specific reading material. Each group meets 6-8 times. Each book or other material will have homework assignments to utilize for a deeper understanding and application of the material between group meetings intended ...
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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.