Online DBT Group- Starts April 22nd!
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for persons struggling with emotion regulation issues (e.g., rapid mood changes, intense and debilitating emotions, etc.).The overarching goal of DBT is to obtain "a life worth living" by providing skills to manage emotions, ...
Hosted by Dana L. Hall
Counselor, MA, LCPC, DBT, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Downers Grove, IL 60515
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for persons struggling with emotion regulation issues (e.g., rapid mood changes, intense and debilitating emotions, etc.).The overarching goal of DBT is to obtain "a life worth living" by providing skills to manage emotions, ...
Smart Weight Loss Coaching
Our online group program is packed with information about the latest science. Lisa Oldson, MD leads the groups & shares cutting edge research about excess weight, how to lose it, and how to keep it off. We don't waste your ...
Our online group program is packed with information about the latest science. Lisa Oldson, MD leads the groups & shares cutting edge research about excess weight, how to lose it, and how to keep it off. We don't waste your ...
Guiding Behavior Counseling
Our group is ideal for adults experiencing emotional unsteadiness, distressing thoughts, low self-esteem/worth, and challenging behaviors. We have expertise in areas such as ADHD, Autism, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, relationship and communication concerns, and difficulty adjusting to transitions. We provides ...
Hosted by Ginny Nikiforos LCSW, ADHD Certified Provider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60618
Our group is ideal for adults experiencing emotional unsteadiness, distressing thoughts, low self-esteem/worth, and challenging behaviors. We have expertise in areas such as ADHD, Autism, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, relationship and communication concerns, and difficulty adjusting to transitions. We provides ...
Coming soon: Motherhood with a Mood Disorder
Hosted by Elizabeth Bierbaum Clarke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
Interactive Spirituality for Men
As a counselor who values spirituality, I formed this group after encountering spiritually minded people from various faith traditions who, while valuing their religious upbringing, find themselves seeking a more interactive relationship with The Divine than their religious structures provide. ...
Hosted by Shane L. Tytenicz
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lake Bluff, IL 60044
As a counselor who values spirituality, I formed this group after encountering spiritually minded people from various faith traditions who, while valuing their religious upbringing, find themselves seeking a more interactive relationship with The Divine than their religious structures provide. ...
Clinical Group Supervision - Virtual
I provide group supervision to mental health professionals needing to complete their clinical hours, obtain outside support, or gain consultation. I am experienced in providing supervision for those who work with children, adolescents, and young adults involving challenging life events, ...
Hosted by Coral Heart Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60605
I provide group supervision to mental health professionals needing to complete their clinical hours, obtain outside support, or gain consultation. I am experienced in providing supervision for those who work with children, adolescents, and young adults involving challenging life events, ...
Transgender Support Group
Hosted by Payal Sud
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Joliet, IL 60432
Certified Domestic Violence Program for Abusers
Male and Female groups (separate). Certified Illinois State Protocol Program. The Certified Partner Abuse Intervention program is 26 sessions. We meet 1 time per week. You must complete an assessment and orientation prior to joining the group.
Hosted by Kimberly Thomas
Counselor, EdD, LCPC, CADC, CPAIP, CAMS II
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maywood, IL 60153
Male and Female groups (separate). Certified Illinois State Protocol Program. The Certified Partner Abuse Intervention program is 26 sessions. We meet 1 time per week. You must complete an assessment and orientation prior to joining the group.
Teen Space
Teen Space is a therapy group program for girls led by Fox Clinical Services therapist Kate Kindle. This group is beneficial for girls with anxiety, depression, or those dealing with a myriad of common teen issues such as self-esteem, school ...
Teen Space is a therapy group program for girls led by Fox Clinical Services therapist Kate Kindle. This group is beneficial for girls with anxiety, depression, or those dealing with a myriad of common teen issues such as self-esteem, school ...
Neurodiversity-Affirming Parenting Group
This group provides basic education on topics of concern and helps parents design specific strategies to address the individualized concerns that group members bring to each session. You will walk away with an increased awareness and understanding of neurodiversity and ...
Hosted by Brandon Tessers
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Northbrook, IL 60062
This group provides basic education on topics of concern and helps parents design specific strategies to address the individualized concerns that group members bring to each session. You will walk away with an increased awareness and understanding of neurodiversity and ...
Create Space - Creative Process Workshops
Utilizing the Open Studio Process, I offer creative process workshops and specialized groups. I originated the Create Space workshops to offer the Open Studio Process of process-oriented intuitive art making and reflective writing in a small group context. I also ...
Hosted by Gregg (Cal) Calvird
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60614
Utilizing the Open Studio Process, I offer creative process workshops and specialized groups. I originated the Create Space workshops to offer the Open Studio Process of process-oriented intuitive art making and reflective writing in a small group context. I also ...
Telehealth Support Group for Women- Pending
An opportunity to confidentially share in your unique experiences and to be part of an on going support group Potential topics of discussion might include: How cultural Influences impact life circumstances ; Lifestyle issues and their impact on relationships Managing ...
Hosted by Michelle Diane James
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
An opportunity to confidentially share in your unique experiences and to be part of an on going support group Potential topics of discussion might include: How cultural Influences impact life circumstances ; Lifestyle issues and their impact on relationships Managing ...
Putting the focus back on ME
Hosted by Meredith A Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, IL 60035
Moving Towards Body Acceptance
A weekly group for teens and young adults to discuss experiences and receive support relating to: body image, confidence, comparison, beauty standards & body acceptance. Starting April 18th-May 23rd 2024
Hosted by Allison Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lake Bluff, IL 60044
A weekly group for teens and young adults to discuss experiences and receive support relating to: body image, confidence, comparison, beauty standards & body acceptance. Starting April 18th-May 23rd 2024
Navigating Non-Monogamy
A virtual group therapy experience for non-monogamous (or non-mono-curious) partnerships. The group has a psychoeducational topic each week (i.e., new relationship energy, communication), a break-out portion for each partnership, and a larger group discussion. The group runs for 8 weeks ...
Hosted by Dr. Rachael Stedman
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60660
A virtual group therapy experience for non-monogamous (or non-mono-curious) partnerships. The group has a psychoeducational topic each week (i.e., new relationship energy, communication), a break-out portion for each partnership, and a larger group discussion. The group runs for 8 weeks ...
Taco Tuesday Talks - Adult Maintain Your Gains
We meet in person in the evening for BYO tacos (any dinner) and casual community for the first half hour. The 6-7 hour is the therapeutic group geared towards adult alumni of higher levels of care (residential/inpatient/PH P/IOP). We review ...
Hosted by Anna Russo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Glenview, IL 60025
We meet in person in the evening for BYO tacos (any dinner) and casual community for the first half hour. The 6-7 hour is the therapeutic group geared towards adult alumni of higher levels of care (residential/inpatient/PH P/IOP). We review ...
Spark the Grit: Tenacious Parenting
This group is based off my book, (available on Amazon) Spark the Grit: Tenacious Parenting in a Topsy-Turvy World. It is designed to support parents in raising responsible, resilient, respectful, and resourceful children and teens while having fun in the ...
This group is based off my book, (available on Amazon) Spark the Grit: Tenacious Parenting in a Topsy-Turvy World. It is designed to support parents in raising responsible, resilient, respectful, and resourceful children and teens while having fun in the ...
Building Happier Relationships
Clients benefit from positive and contructive group feedback as to how they are perceived by others and helpful interventions are suggested. This group teaches group memebers how to create and build successful relationships with same gender and opposite gender with ...
Hosted by Julie Wallace Zimmerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60615
Clients benefit from positive and contructive group feedback as to how they are perceived by others and helpful interventions are suggested. This group teaches group memebers how to create and build successful relationships with same gender and opposite gender with ...
LGBTQ+ Counseling and Support Group
I am an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and I understand the various mental health issues that may affect the community. I am here to help navigate you and others through any issues and provide education on coping skills, advocacy ...
I am an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and I understand the various mental health issues that may affect the community. I am here to help navigate you and others through any issues and provide education on coping skills, advocacy ...
Evanston Psych
We are a welcoming and inclusive group of mental health professionals focused on helping our diverse clients feel better quickly, function more effectively, and live more rewarding lives. We offer a range of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, couples ...
We are a welcoming and inclusive group of mental health professionals focused on helping our diverse clients feel better quickly, function more effectively, and live more rewarding lives. We offer a range of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, couples ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Illinois?
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.