Managing Anxiety and Depression: A Group for Women
So sorry! Group postponed due to unexpected personal events. New VIRTUAL Start-Up! March 3rd, 2022, 6:00-7:15 p.m. for 10 weekly sessions. This small educational support group uniquely created for women offers an open, accepting virtual environment to share personal issues ...
Hosted by Leigh Anne Mehldau, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Glastonbury, CT 06033
So sorry! Group postponed due to unexpected personal events. New VIRTUAL Start-Up! March 3rd, 2022, 6:00-7:15 p.m. for 10 weekly sessions. This small educational support group uniquely created for women offers an open, accepting virtual environment to share personal issues ...
Women’s support/Advanced Recovery Groups
Women’s group is ideal for those navigating trauma and family systems dynamics /The advanced recovery group is a highly dynamic process group intended for people with longer-term recovery to help them reconnect and advance their sense off spirituality and purpose.
Hosted by Andrea and Associates, LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCAC, LADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Farmington, CT 06032
Women’s group is ideal for those navigating trauma and family systems dynamics /The advanced recovery group is a highly dynamic process group intended for people with longer-term recovery to help them reconnect and advance their sense off spirituality and purpose.
Autism Support and Self Advocacy
This group is for parents Adults 18-35 who need support to learn how to advocate for themselves. Develop an adult approach to the next phase of life. Set and achieve SMART Goals. Hone social skills and connect with age appropriate ...
Hosted by Dawson Holistic Healing
MS, CPC, LCM
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wethersfield, CT 06109
This group is for parents Adults 18-35 who need support to learn how to advocate for themselves. Develop an adult approach to the next phase of life. Set and achieve SMART Goals. Hone social skills and connect with age appropriate ...
Brownbear and Howl Women's Circle
A sacred gathering with guided meditation, sharing, and intention setting held on the new or full moon. Open to all womxn who desire community and feel called to embrace their own wildness. To find out when the next circle will ...
Hosted by Shannon Marone | Holistic Art Therapist + Herbalist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAAT, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Avon, CT 06001
A sacred gathering with guided meditation, sharing, and intention setting held on the new or full moon. Open to all womxn who desire community and feel called to embrace their own wildness. To find out when the next circle will ...
Support Group for Professionals in Recovery
Our Professionals Recovery Group addresses the unique issues faced by working professionals who are looking for support and stability in their recovery and lives. We will look at how to handle life stressors and the consequences of substance use on ...
Hosted by Kari Ann Greaves
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wethersfield, CT 06109
Our Professionals Recovery Group addresses the unique issues faced by working professionals who are looking for support and stability in their recovery and lives. We will look at how to handle life stressors and the consequences of substance use on ...
Postpartum Therapy Group
Join for a small, intimate, and closed group for postpartum parents! It is in-person at the Green Lotus in Berlin every Thursday at 1:30 to 2:30pm for 8 weeks starting May 9th. Babies are welcome and most health insurances are ...
Hosted by Green Lotus Creative Healing Center LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Berlin, CT 06037
Join for a small, intimate, and closed group for postpartum parents! It is in-person at the Green Lotus in Berlin every Thursday at 1:30 to 2:30pm for 8 weeks starting May 9th. Babies are welcome and most health insurances are ...
Teen Support Group
A support group for children ages 12-15 who would benefit from support with: better understanding and managing emotions, communication, confidence, and coping skills. This group will be held in person at the Bridge Healing Arts Center in Farmington, CT. We ...
Hosted by Ann McAdams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Farmington, CT 06032
A support group for children ages 12-15 who would benefit from support with: better understanding and managing emotions, communication, confidence, and coping skills. This group will be held in person at the Bridge Healing Arts Center in Farmington, CT. We ...
Pet Loss Grief Group
Our pets are our hearts and an indelible part of the fabric of our lives. When they leave us, the hole is nearly unbearable. Yet, the loss of a pet is a marginalized and under examined loss. We may hear ...
Hosted by Dory Dzinski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Avon, CT 06001
Our pets are our hearts and an indelible part of the fabric of our lives. When they leave us, the hole is nearly unbearable. Yet, the loss of a pet is a marginalized and under examined loss. We may hear ...
Stress management
I can facilitate Cancer recovery, Addiction recovery, meditation, guided imagery, art therapy, and pain reduction groups for you and 6 others minimum. In a venue or conducive location of your choice.
Hosted by Audrey Bennett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bristol, CT 06010
I can facilitate Cancer recovery, Addiction recovery, meditation, guided imagery, art therapy, and pain reduction groups for you and 6 others minimum. In a venue or conducive location of your choice.
Womens Group
Empowering women using various topics. Each group duration is one hour each week for 12 weeks.
Hosted by Wendy T Epps
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC, LPCA, SAP-DOT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hartford, CT 06106
Empowering women using various topics. Each group duration is one hour each week for 12 weeks.
Medication Management
We offer medication management and therapy for patients with various mental health struggles.
We offer medication management and therapy for patients with various mental health struggles.
Women's Spirituality Group
As women we have been taught to be the caregivers of the world; and in doing so we often neglect ourselves and our own inner process. We forget our own voice as we become the voices of those we care ...
Hosted by Barbara A Pinti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, CAGS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Hartford, CT 06119
As women we have been taught to be the caregivers of the world; and in doing so we often neglect ourselves and our own inner process. We forget our own voice as we become the voices of those we care ...
Recovery Support Group for Healthcare Professional
When life and feelings return: A support group for recovery from substance use. This is a dedicated confidential space where professionals on the front lines can learn new ways to cope with feelings and stress, gain support, and talk about ...
Hosted by Carisa E. Sanchez
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LMSW, CAC, LADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wethersfield, CT 06109
When life and feelings return: A support group for recovery from substance use. This is a dedicated confidential space where professionals on the front lines can learn new ways to cope with feelings and stress, gain support, and talk about ...
Child-Parent Relationship Therapy
Group of 8-10 caregivers interested in developing strong parent-child relationships meeting for 10 weeks in fall 2023. We will teach some of the skills play therapists use to understand and navigate relationships with children.
Hosted by Dr. Joshua Edwards
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Enfield, CT 06082
Group of 8-10 caregivers interested in developing strong parent-child relationships meeting for 10 weeks in fall 2023. We will teach some of the skills play therapists use to understand and navigate relationships with children.
Adolescent Girls Group
Hosted by The Bridge Family Center
Treatment Center, LMFT, LCSW, LMFTA, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Hartford, CT 06107
Postpartum Depression Support Group
Don't go through postpartum depression alone! Starting Monday, February 12, 2024, this group will give you knowledge and coping skills to combat postpartum depression and you will get support from professional therapists and other group members who are going through ...
Hosted by Stephanie Watkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newington, CT 06111
Don't go through postpartum depression alone! Starting Monday, February 12, 2024, this group will give you knowledge and coping skills to combat postpartum depression and you will get support from professional therapists and other group members who are going through ...
Sis, I hear U...
Women/non-binary ages 18 & over, addressing topics such as *Women's issues *Seeking Safety model (Evidenced Based Practice) *The importance of self-care *Healthy relationships *Life Transitions *Communication *Healthy boundaries *Juggling work/college/family
Hosted by JourNey Towards Healing U, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, M,Ed, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wethersfield, CT 06109
Women/non-binary ages 18 & over, addressing topics such as *Women's issues *Seeking Safety model (Evidenced Based Practice) *The importance of self-care *Healthy relationships *Life Transitions *Communication *Healthy boundaries *Juggling work/college/family
The Creative Journal; Art of Finding Yourself
THE CREATIVE JOURNAL THE ART OF FINDING YOURSELF: The name of the workshop says it all as we dive deep within ourselves and connect with each other we can face our shadows and reclaim what has been missing in this ...
Hosted by Tree of Life Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomfield, CT 06002
THE CREATIVE JOURNAL THE ART OF FINDING YOURSELF: The name of the workshop says it all as we dive deep within ourselves and connect with each other we can face our shadows and reclaim what has been missing in this ...
Women's Therapy Group
* New Group Forming in May 2020Transforming Life's Transitions: Life is full of change...shifts in employment, relationship status, illness, loss, empty nest, etc.How do we flow through the waves of change? What opportunities are there for us as we experience ...
Hosted by Kathleen Zecchin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Hartford, CT 06117
* New Group Forming in May 2020Transforming Life's Transitions: Life is full of change...shifts in employment, relationship status, illness, loss, empty nest, etc.How do we flow through the waves of change? What opportunities are there for us as we experience ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Hartford County?
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.