I fully support 12 Step/recovery groups...
AA, NA, AlaNon, SAA, ACA, are among those 'free' groups that help you get support and connection with other like-minded human beings...who, like ALL of us, have issues to deal with/work on left over from being raised in this culture.
Hosted by Dr. Donald M. Kaesser
Psychologist, PC, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Des Moines, IA 50312
AA, NA, AlaNon, SAA, ACA, are among those 'free' groups that help you get support and connection with other like-minded human beings...who, like ALL of us, have issues to deal with/work on left over from being raised in this culture.
Mayo Clinic SMART Workshop
Contact us by email or call (319) 774-6802 to register for the next Stress Management And Resiliency Training (SMART) Program, developed by Dr. Amit Sood, Professor in Medicine from Mayo Clinic.
Hosted by Ronelle Langley
Psychologist, PhD, MBA, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Contact us by email or call (319) 774-6802 to register for the next Stress Management And Resiliency Training (SMART) Program, developed by Dr. Amit Sood, Professor in Medicine from Mayo Clinic.
Empowerment Workshops
Empowerment Workshops and Seminars based on Amy's book: You are Worth It Discover Self-Love, The Key to Happiness (available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.com) by Amy Lynn/
Discover your inner-beauty and worth!
*Build self-confidence
*Increas e self-esteem
*Improve self-care
*Learn to nurture yourself
*Discover ...
Hosted by Amy Lynn Koerselman
Counselor, LMHC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sioux City, IA 51104
Empowerment Workshops and Seminars based on Amy's book: You are Worth It Discover Self-Love, The Key to Happiness (available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.com) by Amy Lynn/
Discover your inner-beauty and worth!
*Build self-confidence
*Increas e self-esteem
*Improve self-care
*Learn to nurture yourself
*Discover ...
Julian and Associates Psychotherapy Services PC
Hosted by Julian and Associates Psychotherapy Services PC
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Iowa City, IA 52245
Recovery Process Group
Group focuses on skill building, psychoeducation about addiction and the brain, having a space for those to share their experiences and offer support and gain support from others struggling with similar issues. This is a processing group with a strong ...
Hosted by Megan Cecil
Counselor, LMHC, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Des Moines, IA 50266
Group focuses on skill building, psychoeducation about addiction and the brain, having a space for those to share their experiences and offer support and gain support from others struggling with similar issues. This is a processing group with a strong ...
Emotional Resilience
Hosted by Marshall Abbe LISW at "The Self-Care Center"
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Des Moines, IA 50265
Family Support Group
Our family group is offered to help families members cope with the effects of addiction. We provide an online meeting so that families can participate if they have a mobile device such as a smart phone, iPad, tablet or a ...
Hosted by Still Waters Recovery & Wellness
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, MS, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Our family group is offered to help families members cope with the effects of addiction. We provide an online meeting so that families can participate if they have a mobile device such as a smart phone, iPad, tablet or a ...
Anger Management
I offer a 6-session Anger Management course both in group setting and individually. Groups contingent on need. Individual Anger Management session always available. (563) 424-2016 or GetHelp@QCcounselor.com for details.
Hosted by Matthew Martenson
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Davenport, IA 52807
I offer a 6-session Anger Management course both in group setting and individually. Groups contingent on need. Individual Anger Management session always available. (563) 424-2016 or GetHelp@QCcounselor.com for details.
Eating addictions
Hosted by Dr. Tracy's Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Grimes, IA 50111
Balanced Living and Recovry
I work with groups based on the need of my clientele and the community. The focus is on Eating Disorder Recovery as well as to assist individuals develop health and well being while managing mental health.
Hosted by Brandis Elaine McFarland
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CEDS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
I work with groups based on the need of my clientele and the community. The focus is on Eating Disorder Recovery as well as to assist individuals develop health and well being while managing mental health.
LGBTQ+ Group for Teens
This group is for any individuals (14-18 years old) who identify within the LGBTQIA+ community. We are facilitating a 6 week open group to discuss identity, community, and connection. The group starts on Monday, October 30th, and goes until December ...
Hosted by Emily Burke
Mental Health Counselor, tLMHC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cedar Falls, IA 50613
This group is for any individuals (14-18 years old) who identify within the LGBTQIA+ community. We are facilitating a 6 week open group to discuss identity, community, and connection. The group starts on Monday, October 30th, and goes until December ...
Now accepting LMSW's for supervision JAN '21
Now accepting LMSW graduates for both individual and group supervision work. Please contact me for more details.
Hosted by Megan Carnahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Iowa City, IA 52245
Now accepting LMSW graduates for both individual and group supervision work. Please contact me for more details.
Culturally Sensitive Addiction Recovery Group
This group will be designed for the working professional who hasn't found a place to find resolution from your journey, as a person of diverse background and color. This will be a virtual (secure video). We are attempting to make ...
Hosted by Alpha Allied Mental Health Services LLC
Treatment Center, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Des Moines, IA 50309
This group will be designed for the working professional who hasn't found a place to find resolution from your journey, as a person of diverse background and color. This will be a virtual (secure video). We are attempting to make ...
Ames Psychological Wellness Center
Hosted by Jill Jordahl-Ball
Psychologist, MA, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ames, IA 50014
SS Therapy and Consulting
Welcome to SS Therapy and Consulting, Ltd., a corporation dedicated to helping people overcome life's challenges and move forward in the way that is right for them. We strive to create a comfortable environment where individuals, couples, and families of ...
Hosted by Shelly Stewart-Sandusky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Des Moines, IA 50322
Welcome to SS Therapy and Consulting, Ltd., a corporation dedicated to helping people overcome life's challenges and move forward in the way that is right for them. We strive to create a comfortable environment where individuals, couples, and families of ...
center for healing and hope
Satellite rural office
Hosted by Gina Michelle West-Hendrickson
Counselor, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Missouri Valley, IA 51555
Satellite rural office
DBT Skills and Processing Group for Teens
This group is for 13 to 18-year-olds struggling with anxiety, depression, impulsivity, self-destructive behaviors, and more. Participants will learn strategies to tame intense emotions, manage stress, live mindfully, and improve relationships.
Hosted by Central Iowa Psychological Services
CADC, PsyD, LISW, PhD, ARNP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ames, IA 50010
This group is for 13 to 18-year-olds struggling with anxiety, depression, impulsivity, self-destructive behaviors, and more. Participants will learn strategies to tame intense emotions, manage stress, live mindfully, and improve relationships.
Recovery Group
This group provides a setting to explore self and relationships with a caring group of adults who are striving for a better life, including recovery from mental health issues and substance use (co-occuring). The group will also educate about the ...
Hosted by Jen Gauerke
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CADC, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ankeny, IA 50021
This group provides a setting to explore self and relationships with a caring group of adults who are striving for a better life, including recovery from mental health issues and substance use (co-occuring). The group will also educate about the ...
Betrayal Trauma Recovery
Experiencing betrayal by an intimate partner may feel as if your world has been turned upside down. You may experience conflicting feelings that are difficult for others to understand. Accessing support from others who have also experienced betrayal may be ...
Hosted by Jill K Shirley
Counselor, JD, LMHC, IADC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clive, IA 50325
Experiencing betrayal by an intimate partner may feel as if your world has been turned upside down. You may experience conflicting feelings that are difficult for others to understand. Accessing support from others who have also experienced betrayal may be ...
Intro to Mind-Body Healing
This class explores ideas, skills and practices that support working with our mind-body-energy connection to improve emotional regulation, self-acceptance, self-compassion, and an improved sense of groundedness. Learning occurs through informal lecture, discussion, and especially guided meditative exercises. This class is ...
Hosted by Jake Pierce-Walsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Des Moines, IA 50312
This class explores ideas, skills and practices that support working with our mind-body-energy connection to improve emotional regulation, self-acceptance, self-compassion, and an improved sense of groundedness. Learning occurs through informal lecture, discussion, and especially guided meditative exercises. This class is ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Iowa?
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.