Support Groups in Atlanta, GA
Weissglass Psychological Services, LLC
Weissglass Psychological Services, LLC is a private practice with locations in Atlanta, GA and Decatur, GA serving children, adolescents, adults, and families through therapy, parent services, and psychological evaluations and consultations.
Hosted by Cortney Weissglass
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30306
Weissglass Psychological Services, LLC is a private practice with locations in Atlanta, GA and Decatur, GA serving children, adolescents, adults, and families through therapy, parent services, and psychological evaluations and consultations.
Multi-Skills Group for Eating Disorder Recovery
We utilize parts work, DBT, CBT and ACT to provide skills for recovery
Hosted by Dani Dollinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30328
We utilize parts work, DBT, CBT and ACT to provide skills for recovery
9 Things You Simply Must Do
Women's Group that relies heavily on the brilliant work of Dr. Henry Cloud in his book, Nine Things You Simply Must Do to Succeed in Life and Love. It's a 12- week structured curriculum, accommodating no more than 10 members. ...
Hosted by Pamela Everett Thompson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30331
Women's Group that relies heavily on the brilliant work of Dr. Henry Cloud in his book, Nine Things You Simply Must Do to Succeed in Life and Love. It's a 12- week structured curriculum, accommodating no more than 10 members. ...
Interpersonal Group Psychotherapy
Group psychotherapy is only helpful if it addresses and changes the ineffective, ingrained patterns of our relationships and the way we relate to others. A properly conducted group allows for the creation of a person’s social microcosm, where the patterns ...
Hosted by Philip J Flores
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, CGP, FAGPA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30328
Group psychotherapy is only helpful if it addresses and changes the ineffective, ingrained patterns of our relationships and the way we relate to others. A properly conducted group allows for the creation of a person’s social microcosm, where the patterns ...
Support Group for New Therapists
This is a FREE support group for new Clinicians. The purpose is to help new therapists navigate the ins and outs of this industry. It is an opportunity to start your counseling career on the right track. This is also ...
Hosted by Sprigs Counseling Collaborative
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30339
This is a FREE support group for new Clinicians. The purpose is to help new therapists navigate the ins and outs of this industry. It is an opportunity to start your counseling career on the right track. This is also ...
Joy of Being: A Series on Living Your Wholeness
Hosted by Louise Northcutt
Counselor, MS, LPC, ACHT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30306
Betrayal Trauma
This group is intended for Women who have been traumatized by chronic betrayal. In group we work through the issues posed by the discovery of their partners' multiple sexual acting out behaviors, and the impact those have had on them. ...
Hosted by Licia Freeman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MEd, LMFT, RLT, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30305
This group is intended for Women who have been traumatized by chronic betrayal. In group we work through the issues posed by the discovery of their partners' multiple sexual acting out behaviors, and the impact those have had on them. ...
ADHD Group Therapy & Skills Training
Structured sessions focus on building skills related to task completion & management (i.e. schoolwork/homework and chores), working cooperatively with others, managing frustration, and developing greater emotional intelligence in a fun and positive environment. Recommended ages are 10-13. This is an ...
Hosted by Dr. Chassity Todd
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30321
Structured sessions focus on building skills related to task completion & management (i.e. schoolwork/homework and chores), working cooperatively with others, managing frustration, and developing greater emotional intelligence in a fun and positive environment. Recommended ages are 10-13. This is an ...
Access: Disability & Chronic Health Concerns
Are you a person with disabilities and/or health challenges who has been exhausted with obstacles, ignorance, excuses, and having to constantly advocate for yourself? Have you felt isolated and do you want to connect with others in a community of support? If ...
Hosted by Shannon Oliver Sullivan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30308
Are you a person with disabilities and/or health challenges who has been exhausted with obstacles, ignorance, excuses, and having to constantly advocate for yourself? Have you felt isolated and do you want to connect with others in a community of support? If ...
Postpartum Wellness Group for Black Moms
This wellness group is specifically designed for Black moms with infants and toddlers up to 3 years old who are navigating the beautiful yet challenging journey of postpartum. We understand that this period can be overwhelming, and we want to ...
Hosted by Tamara Hunter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, DMT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30307
This wellness group is specifically designed for Black moms with infants and toddlers up to 3 years old who are navigating the beautiful yet challenging journey of postpartum. We understand that this period can be overwhelming, and we want to ...
DBT Skills Classes
Our DBT skills classes are offered for a range of age groups and areas of focus. The classes are divided into four modules (distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and middle path) each lasting eight weeks. The first two weeks ...
Hosted by Peachtree DBT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30305
Our DBT skills classes are offered for a range of age groups and areas of focus. The classes are divided into four modules (distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and middle path) each lasting eight weeks. The first two weeks ...
The Journey
HER JOURNEY is an VIRTUAL trauma group was created by Dr. Denisa Millette. This VIRTUAL healing and trauma recovery group for women uses a combination of trauma-focused psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and art therapy to provide an effective context to ...
Hosted by Sharilee Benjamin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30328
HER JOURNEY is an VIRTUAL trauma group was created by Dr. Denisa Millette. This VIRTUAL healing and trauma recovery group for women uses a combination of trauma-focused psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and art therapy to provide an effective context to ...
Thinking For A Change (CBT)
Thinking For A Change is an evidence-based integrated cognitive behavior change program developed by the National Institute of Corrections (NIC). The program has three components (cognitive skills, social skills and problem solving skills). The curriculum is designed to teach individuals ...
Hosted by Angela Powell-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC, CCCJS, CPCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30303
Thinking For A Change is an evidence-based integrated cognitive behavior change program developed by the National Institute of Corrections (NIC). The program has three components (cognitive skills, social skills and problem solving skills). The curriculum is designed to teach individuals ...
Queen Speak
QUEEN SPEAK GROUP Providing a safe place for Black Women to voice their unique challenges and find strength from one another. The group is completely virtual, so join us from the comfort of your home/space. Feel free to join us ...
Hosted by Melanie Kesha Smith
Counselor, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30309
QUEEN SPEAK GROUP Providing a safe place for Black Women to voice their unique challenges and find strength from one another. The group is completely virtual, so join us from the comfort of your home/space. Feel free to join us ...
Heal from Struggle Love Group for Black Women
This group is for the anxiously attached Black women who are over-achievers, empower others, and find strength in helping others yet... Find themselves not being supported (or in ways that are not helpful), find themselves wondering "when will it be ...
Hosted by Jessica Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30328
This group is for the anxiously attached Black women who are over-achievers, empower others, and find strength in helping others yet... Find themselves not being supported (or in ways that are not helpful), find themselves wondering "when will it be ...
Healing From Anxiety & Depression For Teen Girls
This group is a specialized therapeutic group designed for teenage girls struggling with anxiety and depression. Using the principles of dance/movement therapy (DMT), this group provides a safe and supportive space for participants to explore their emotions, express themselves creatively, ...
Hosted by Stacy Letrice Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, R-DMT, APC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30339
This group is a specialized therapeutic group designed for teenage girls struggling with anxiety and depression. Using the principles of dance/movement therapy (DMT), this group provides a safe and supportive space for participants to explore their emotions, express themselves creatively, ...
Social Skills Groups
*Our social skills program now accepts state funding! Please check with your provider.*
LeNaya offers educational and fun social skills group experiences for children age 3 to 16. Group activities include art, games, team challenges, yoga and so much ...
Hosted by Lenaya Smith Crawford The Holistic Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ERYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30307
*Our social skills program now accepts state funding! Please check with your provider.*
LeNaya offers educational and fun social skills group experiences for children age 3 to 16. Group activities include art, games, team challenges, yoga and so much ...
Bisexual Women's Support Group
Free support group for Bi+ women. Topics include coming out, identity & labels, Bi erasure, internalized homophobia, consensual non-monogamy, and Bi+ euphoria. Share your story, listen, learn, and grow alongside other Bi+ women. This group is open to all woman-identified ...
Hosted by Katy Miles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30308
Free support group for Bi+ women. Topics include coming out, identity & labels, Bi erasure, internalized homophobia, consensual non-monogamy, and Bi+ euphoria. Share your story, listen, learn, and grow alongside other Bi+ women. This group is open to all woman-identified ...
Social Skills Group
The group is an evidence based clinical group treatment that uses strategies of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to pioneer a new way for school-aged, high-functioning students who may be experiencing social learning challenges. The purpose of the social skills group is ...
Hosted by Taylor Dye
Counselor, MS, APC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30339
The group is an evidence based clinical group treatment that uses strategies of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to pioneer a new way for school-aged, high-functioning students who may be experiencing social learning challenges. The purpose of the social skills group is ...
Adolescent Process Group (Girls Only) ages 12-15
8 adolescent girls will meet face to face for eight consecutive weeks to discuss/process their thoughts, feelings, struggles, and/or concerns regarding what's important to them and other adolescents their age. This group experience aim to provide adolescents with professional feedback ...
Hosted by Dr. Shenithia S Arnold
Counselor, EdD, LPC, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30324
8 adolescent girls will meet face to face for eight consecutive weeks to discuss/process their thoughts, feelings, struggles, and/or concerns regarding what's important to them and other adolescents their age. This group experience aim to provide adolescents with professional feedback ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Atlanta?
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.