Support Groups in Elgin, IL
Ni de Aqui Ni De Alla
Have you ever felt guilty for your success? Are you worried about what your family will think if you want to move out before you are married? Do you struggle with who you are and who your want to be? ...
Hosted by Shari Matthews Huizar (Bilingue Español E Ingles)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60120
Have you ever felt guilty for your success? Are you worried about what your family will think if you want to move out before you are married? Do you struggle with who you are and who your want to be? ...
Reins of Change-Equine Assisted Military Services
This group is offered free for U.S. Military veterans and service members, with a PTSD focus. Discover how horses can help in working through things that words cannot express easily. Confidential Pre- and Post-Treatment Assessments are required for participation. This ...
Hosted by Amy Blossom (Reins Of Change)
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60124
This group is offered free for U.S. Military veterans and service members, with a PTSD focus. Discover how horses can help in working through things that words cannot express easily. Confidential Pre- and Post-Treatment Assessments are required for participation. This ...
Relapse Prevention Education Group
One of our 24 weekly groups is our Relapse Education Group. This group utilizes the CENAPS/Gorski model of Relapse Prevention Problem Solving. The group education addresses the biopsychosocial model of addiction by identification of external and internal cues, acute and ...
Hosted by Ecker Center for Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60120
One of our 24 weekly groups is our Relapse Education Group. This group utilizes the CENAPS/Gorski model of Relapse Prevention Problem Solving. The group education addresses the biopsychosocial model of addiction by identification of external and internal cues, acute and ...
Seeking Safety
One of our 24 weekly groups is our Seeking Safety Group. This is a present day trauma coping skill building and containment group. It follows an evidence based practice and supports, teaches, and explores ways to develop coping skills, ability ...
Hosted by Ecker Center for Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60120
One of our 24 weekly groups is our Seeking Safety Group. This is a present day trauma coping skill building and containment group. It follows an evidence based practice and supports, teaches, and explores ways to develop coping skills, ability ...
Nuestros Valores, Nuestra Familia
Conviva con nosotros y juntos nos haremos mas fuerte! Hoy en dia nuestros hijos experimentan tantas cosas. Cada una es algo diferente y puede ser asustante para uno de padre de familia. Este grupo les brindara el apoyo que buscan ...
Hosted by Shari Matthews Huizar (Bilingue Español E Ingles)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60120
Conviva con nosotros y juntos nos haremos mas fuerte! Hoy en dia nuestros hijos experimentan tantas cosas. Cada una es algo diferente y puede ser asustante para uno de padre de familia. Este grupo les brindara el apoyo que buscan ...
Watch for special topic groups to be added!
Hosted by Amy Blossom (Reins Of Change)
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60124
Integration Group - Dual Diagnosis Group
One of our 24 weekly groups is our Integration Group which is our Dual Diagnosis Group. Many people who struggle with a substance use disorder also have a co-occurring mental health issue such as depression, anxiety, PTSD. We find that ...
Hosted by Ecker Center for Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60120
One of our 24 weekly groups is our Integration Group which is our Dual Diagnosis Group. Many people who struggle with a substance use disorder also have a co-occurring mental health issue such as depression, anxiety, PTSD. We find that ...
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Ni de Aqui Ni De Alla
Have you ever felt guilty for your success? Are you worried about what your family will think if you want to move out before you are married? Do you struggle with who you are and who your want to be? ...
Hosted by Shari Matthews Huizar (Bilingue Español E Ingles)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60120
Have you ever felt guilty for your success? Are you worried about what your family will think if you want to move out before you are married? Do you struggle with who you are and who your want to be? ...
Reins of Change-Equine Assisted Military Services
This group is offered free for U.S. Military veterans and service members, with a PTSD focus. Discover how horses can help in working through things that words cannot express easily. Confidential Pre- and Post-Treatment Assessments are required for participation. This ...
Hosted by Amy Blossom (Reins Of Change)
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60124
This group is offered free for U.S. Military veterans and service members, with a PTSD focus. Discover how horses can help in working through things that words cannot express easily. Confidential Pre- and Post-Treatment Assessments are required for participation. This ...
Relapse Prevention Education Group
One of our 24 weekly groups is our Relapse Education Group. This group utilizes the CENAPS/Gorski model of Relapse Prevention Problem Solving. The group education addresses the biopsychosocial model of addiction by identification of external and internal cues, acute and ...
Hosted by Ecker Center for Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60120
One of our 24 weekly groups is our Relapse Education Group. This group utilizes the CENAPS/Gorski model of Relapse Prevention Problem Solving. The group education addresses the biopsychosocial model of addiction by identification of external and internal cues, acute and ...
Seeking Safety
One of our 24 weekly groups is our Seeking Safety Group. This is a present day trauma coping skill building and containment group. It follows an evidence based practice and supports, teaches, and explores ways to develop coping skills, ability ...
Hosted by Ecker Center for Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60120
One of our 24 weekly groups is our Seeking Safety Group. This is a present day trauma coping skill building and containment group. It follows an evidence based practice and supports, teaches, and explores ways to develop coping skills, ability ...
Nuestros Valores, Nuestra Familia
Conviva con nosotros y juntos nos haremos mas fuerte! Hoy en dia nuestros hijos experimentan tantas cosas. Cada una es algo diferente y puede ser asustante para uno de padre de familia. Este grupo les brindara el apoyo que buscan ...
Hosted by Shari Matthews Huizar (Bilingue Español E Ingles)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60120
Conviva con nosotros y juntos nos haremos mas fuerte! Hoy en dia nuestros hijos experimentan tantas cosas. Cada una es algo diferente y puede ser asustante para uno de padre de familia. Este grupo les brindara el apoyo que buscan ...
Watch for special topic groups to be added!
Hosted by Amy Blossom (Reins Of Change)
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60124
Integration Group - Dual Diagnosis Group
One of our 24 weekly groups is our Integration Group which is our Dual Diagnosis Group. Many people who struggle with a substance use disorder also have a co-occurring mental health issue such as depression, anxiety, PTSD. We find that ...
Hosted by Ecker Center for Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elgin, IL 60120
One of our 24 weekly groups is our Integration Group which is our Dual Diagnosis Group. Many people who struggle with a substance use disorder also have a co-occurring mental health issue such as depression, anxiety, PTSD. We find that ...
Social Skills
I facilitate small social skills groups, with typically three to six children, teaching skills on how to interact appropriately with others. We work on social conversation skills, as well as friendship and problem-solving skills. These skills help build essential character ...
Hosted by Alison L. Andrews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in South Elgin, IL 60177
I facilitate small social skills groups, with typically three to six children, teaching skills on how to interact appropriately with others. We work on social conversation skills, as well as friendship and problem-solving skills. These skills help build essential character ...
Discover
Discover is a life-changing addiction treatment program designed specifically for young adults ages 18+ by the expert, clinical team at Recovery Centers of America.
Hosted by Recovery Centers of America at St Charles
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Charles, IL 60175
Discover is a life-changing addiction treatment program designed specifically for young adults ages 18+ by the expert, clinical team at Recovery Centers of America.
Teen Space: High School edition
Teen Space is a process group for girls in high school. It is a safe, casual, but productive space for the girls to engage with each other, share their concerns, and benefit from gaining more coping skills. Kate leads discussions ...
Hosted by Kate Feifar Kindle
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Charles, IL 60174
Teen Space is a process group for girls in high school. It is a safe, casual, but productive space for the girls to engage with each other, share their concerns, and benefit from gaining more coping skills. Kate leads discussions ...
Social Skills Groups for Children
Hosted by Dawn G Zappitelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Charles, IL 60175
An Arena for Change
An Arena for Change is a private practice serving clients with mental health issues and transitional issues. The practice in St. Charles includes Mr. Oliver Camacho, LPC, who is bilingual. The practice in Marengo is utilized for equine-assisted psychotherapy. Kaitlyn ...
Hosted by Dr. Sandra Lee Kakacek
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Charles, IL 60174
An Arena for Change is a private practice serving clients with mental health issues and transitional issues. The practice in St. Charles includes Mr. Oliver Camacho, LPC, who is bilingual. The practice in Marengo is utilized for equine-assisted psychotherapy. Kaitlyn ...
Eating Disorder Process Group
This group is for clients that are in recovery for their eating disorder (anorexia, bulimia or compulsive overeating). This group will provide feedback, skills and process. The group is limited to 8 clients per group. This is a closed group ...
Hosted by Annmarie Belmonte
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Charles, IL 60174
This group is for clients that are in recovery for their eating disorder (anorexia, bulimia or compulsive overeating). This group will provide feedback, skills and process. The group is limited to 8 clients per group. This is a closed group ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Elgin?
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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.