A Mother/Daughter Circle
A six-week group for Mothers and daughters, ages 9-14, to consciously engage the daughter's transition into adolescence through a rite of passage/initiation process.
Hosted by Therese Brooks
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, WA 98660
A six-week group for Mothers and daughters, ages 9-14, to consciously engage the daughter's transition into adolescence through a rite of passage/initiation process.
PNW Virtual Health
PNW Virtual Health is your modern mental healthcare partner here in the Pacific Northwest, focused specifically on the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD. We bring the doctor's office to you through the power of technology, making healthcare more accessible and ...
Hosted by Susi Jones
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP, MSN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98112
PNW Virtual Health is your modern mental healthcare partner here in the Pacific Northwest, focused specifically on the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD. We bring the doctor's office to you through the power of technology, making healthcare more accessible and ...
Group for Women Considering Egg & Embryo Donation
This is a virtual 8 week support group for women that are considering or actively pursuing parenthood through egg or embryo donation. It will be co-facilitated by two seasoned therapists, Krista Murtfeldt and Hilary Myerberg. Each week the group will ...
Hosted by Hilary H. Myerberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98105
This is a virtual 8 week support group for women that are considering or actively pursuing parenthood through egg or embryo donation. It will be co-facilitated by two seasoned therapists, Krista Murtfeldt and Hilary Myerberg. Each week the group will ...
Emotional Literacy: Language of Feelings (on hold)
We will examine four common emotions with which many of us struggle: anxiety, fear, sadness, and anger along with mixed emotions like guilt and overwhelm, and pleasant emotions like joy and gratitude. We will go to the heart of each ...
Hosted by Jenny Leung
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, E-RYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98103
We will examine four common emotions with which many of us struggle: anxiety, fear, sadness, and anger along with mixed emotions like guilt and overwhelm, and pleasant emotions like joy and gratitude. We will go to the heart of each ...
Marriage and Family Supervision
I have attended the needed 15 hours of training, but I am still needing 25 hours in a supervisory role. Are you a therapist who is looking to grow in confidence and competence in working with families and or couples? ...
Hosted by Julie Ray Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cashmere, WA 98815
I have attended the needed 15 hours of training, but I am still needing 25 hours in a supervisory role. Are you a therapist who is looking to grow in confidence and competence in working with families and or couples? ...
Therapists Supporting Therapists - Online
Join our online, confidential group for peer support with other fully licensed therapists. Held on the first Saturday of the month, we will meet for 90 minutes of judgement-free support. There is not a fee required to join. Donations are ...
Hosted by Online Therapy at Meadows Agency
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98105
Join our online, confidential group for peer support with other fully licensed therapists. Held on the first Saturday of the month, we will meet for 90 minutes of judgement-free support. There is not a fee required to join. Donations are ...
Psychodrama-Informed Process Group
*I plan to launch a new telehealth relationship group in 2022 for adults* This group provides an inclusive and affirming space to practice new roles and learn novel responses to old problems, enact past, present, and future scenes and unlearn ...
*I plan to launch a new telehealth relationship group in 2022 for adults* This group provides an inclusive and affirming space to practice new roles and learn novel responses to old problems, enact past, present, and future scenes and unlearn ...
Charis Counseling Associates
Hosted by Jamie Califf
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, WA 98686
Teen DBT Skills Group
Teen clients will learn to utilize DBT skills (Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness) to increase overall effectiveness and life satisfaction. Please email me at amieshipley@gmail.com or visit my website at amieshipley.com for more information. The group meets ...
Teen clients will learn to utilize DBT skills (Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness) to increase overall effectiveness and life satisfaction. Please email me at amieshipley@gmail.com or visit my website at amieshipley.com for more information. The group meets ...
Life Transformation for Men
LIVE ONLINE THERAPY GROUP FOR MEN! REDUCE anxiety, emotional pain, anger, shame, and addictive behavior! Men face unique challenges in a society that promotes unhealthy, self-destructive behavior that causes more hurt, pain, anxiety, anger, and addiction. "Destructive Cycles" grow worse ...
LIVE ONLINE THERAPY GROUP FOR MEN! REDUCE anxiety, emotional pain, anger, shame, and addictive behavior! Men face unique challenges in a society that promotes unhealthy, self-destructive behavior that causes more hurt, pain, anxiety, anger, and addiction. "Destructive Cycles" grow worse ...
Caregiver Psychoeducation Process Group
Family caregiver support
Hosted by Suzanne Horton LMHC
Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Tacoma, WA 98408
Family caregiver support
Group Supervision for MH licensure in OR and WA
90 min Group of up to 4 clinicians working toward licensure. Focus is on identifying and navigating boundaries with clients and other clinicians, case consultations and presentations of various clinical topics.
Hosted by Jeanne L Meyer Emdr Consultant Clinical Supervisor
Counselor, LPC, MAC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, WA 98665
90 min Group of up to 4 clinicians working toward licensure. Focus is on identifying and navigating boundaries with clients and other clinicians, case consultations and presentations of various clinical topics.
Prenatal & Postpartum Couples Intensive Workshops
In home, personalized couples workshop to prepare for/navigate postpartum period. Clients can customize their own workshop between 3-8 hours over 1 or 2 days. Partners will: 1. Develop an all encompassing, personalized postpartum support plan 2. Learn skills for managing ...
Hosted by Kendra Foisie Rice
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, PMH-C, CDHWP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98109
In home, personalized couples workshop to prepare for/navigate postpartum period. Clients can customize their own workshop between 3-8 hours over 1 or 2 days. Partners will: 1. Develop an all encompassing, personalized postpartum support plan 2. Learn skills for managing ...
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Hosted by John Rickenbacher
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, CTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Port Angeles, WA 98362
Teen Art & Games Group
Weekly teen group working on interpersonal skills, social skills, and LBGTQ issues. The therapy approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy based with a focus on creative art and interactive games.
Weekly teen group working on interpersonal skills, social skills, and LBGTQ issues. The therapy approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy based with a focus on creative art and interactive games.
Clinical Supervision Group
6-8pm alternate Tuesdays and Wednesdays in West Seattle ; lunch group meets alternate Tuesdays at 11:30-1:30.
This popular group is based on case presentation, discussion of social work topics, reflective supervision, and shared resources. Bring your dinner or lunch ...
Hosted by Joan Willemain, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98106
6-8pm alternate Tuesdays and Wednesdays in West Seattle ; lunch group meets alternate Tuesdays at 11:30-1:30.
This popular group is based on case presentation, discussion of social work topics, reflective supervision, and shared resources. Bring your dinner or lunch ...
Men's Sex Addiction Group - Virtual
The group is facilitated by Steve Dill, LMHC, CSAT and is therapy oriented. It is a serious commitment. It has a curriculum-based trajectory, accountability for members committing to recovery culture and critically, trauma identification and concurrent 1:1 therapy with a ...
Hosted by Emmaus Counseling Center
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT, LMHC, LICSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bothell, WA 98011
The group is facilitated by Steve Dill, LMHC, CSAT and is therapy oriented. It is a serious commitment. It has a curriculum-based trajectory, accountability for members committing to recovery culture and critically, trauma identification and concurrent 1:1 therapy with a ...
Circle of Security Parenting Group
Now offering the Circle of Security Parenting Group from April 17-June5! This group is for Parents/Caregivers/Couple s/Co-Caregivers of children ages Infant-6 years who: may be looking to identify their "parenting style"; may be feeling stressed, triggered, overwhelmed or confused by ...
Hosted by Jennifer Wootsick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
Now offering the Circle of Security Parenting Group from April 17-June5! This group is for Parents/Caregivers/Couple s/Co-Caregivers of children ages Infant-6 years who: may be looking to identify their "parenting style"; may be feeling stressed, triggered, overwhelmed or confused by ...
Pandemic Processing Group for Kids 8-11
Kids and teens have faced unique difficulties during this pandemic. This group will use art and play therapy to provide a safe space to process the challenges they have faced and strengths they have used to make it through. For ...
Hosted by Jennifer Alsdorf
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98107
Kids and teens have faced unique difficulties during this pandemic. This group will use art and play therapy to provide a safe space to process the challenges they have faced and strengths they have used to make it through. For ...
Mindful Therapy Group
Mental Health Services
Hosted by Into Action Therapy, PLLC
Counselor, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98107
Mental Health Services
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Washington?
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.