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Real Talk for New Moms
As a therapist and a mother of 3, I had no clue what was really coming for me when I had my first child! That's why I created this group! Do you want to know what it's really like to ...
Hosted by Dr. Jane Shomof
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sherman Oaks, CA 91411
As a therapist and a mother of 3, I had no clue what was really coming for me when I had my first child! That's why I created this group! Do you want to know what it's really like to ...
Online Art Therapy Supervision/Consultation Group
This is a group for art therapists who are seeking supervision hours needed for ATR (Registered Art Therapist) certification, stipulated by the Art Therapy Credentialing Board (ATCB). This group is also appropriate for those who are already registered art therapists ...
Hosted by Sarah Frank Jarvis, LMFT, ATR-BC, CGP
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC, MA, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Hills, CA 91343
This is a group for art therapists who are seeking supervision hours needed for ATR (Registered Art Therapist) certification, stipulated by the Art Therapy Credentialing Board (ATCB). This group is also appropriate for those who are already registered art therapists ...
LUNCH Groups® School Year Programs (11-13 & 14-17)
The program is held from October through May, 2 1/2 hour sessions, including dinner. We involve students in a range of engaging activities that address executive function, pragmatic language, social competence, academic readiness, daily living, and environmental awareness, depending on ...
Hosted by Bruce M Gale
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91436
The program is held from October through May, 2 1/2 hour sessions, including dinner. We involve students in a range of engaging activities that address executive function, pragmatic language, social competence, academic readiness, daily living, and environmental awareness, depending on ...
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skills Group
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) offers structured support for emotional regulation, stress coping, and improved relationships in individuals struggling with various issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and personality disorders. This group can assist you in learning effective mindfulness practices, distress ...
Hosted by Veronica Ghabour
Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Van Nuys, CA 91405
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) offers structured support for emotional regulation, stress coping, and improved relationships in individuals struggling with various issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and personality disorders. This group can assist you in learning effective mindfulness practices, distress ...
Teen Parenting Group
This group provides a safe space for parents to learn about adolescence and how to manage the emotional roller coaster of adolescence. In addition, it provides a framework to understand the teenager and to explore the challenges a teenager faces ...
Hosted by Stella Zweben Samuel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91436
This group provides a safe space for parents to learn about adolescence and how to manage the emotional roller coaster of adolescence. In addition, it provides a framework to understand the teenager and to explore the challenges a teenager faces ...
Woman's Process Group
This is a small group for women to explore their joys, sorrows, and struggles in all aspects of their lives. I will guide women who are interested in making their lives work better by understanding and experiencing their feelings, thoughts ...
Hosted by Elaine Rosenson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91316
This is a small group for women to explore their joys, sorrows, and struggles in all aspects of their lives. I will guide women who are interested in making their lives work better by understanding and experiencing their feelings, thoughts ...
Association of Behavioral Health Specialists, Inc.
We have Psychologists, Marriage and Familiy Therapists, MFT Associates, and Psychological Assistants with different backgrounds and specialties providing specialized psychological services: individual, family, and couples therapy; trauma-focused therapy including EMDR, psychological testing, domestic violence groups, psychological reports for immigration and ...
Hosted by Dr. Jose E. Corena
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Van Nuys, CA 91401
We have Psychologists, Marriage and Familiy Therapists, MFT Associates, and Psychological Assistants with different backgrounds and specialties providing specialized psychological services: individual, family, and couples therapy; trauma-focused therapy including EMDR, psychological testing, domestic violence groups, psychological reports for immigration and ...
Suddenly Single
This is a women's group for individuals that have found themselves divorced or seperated. When this happens there can be a wide range a feelings. These may include feelings of hurt, sadness, anxiety, grief, loss, shame, and betrayal.
In ...
Hosted by Mental Health Wellness 4u
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Tara, Kesling, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Northridge, CA 91325
This is a women's group for individuals that have found themselves divorced or seperated. When this happens there can be a wide range a feelings. These may include feelings of hurt, sadness, anxiety, grief, loss, shame, and betrayal.
In ...
Former Cult Member Support
This group the only on-going support group in Los Angeles specifically for those who have found themselves in controlling and/or cultic environments, and are dealing with the side-effects or after-effects of that experience. Friends and loved ones of those in, ...
Hosted by Rachel A. Bernstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91436
This group the only on-going support group in Los Angeles specifically for those who have found themselves in controlling and/or cultic environments, and are dealing with the side-effects or after-effects of that experience. Friends and loved ones of those in, ...
Understanding Your Adolescent Daughter
Do you ever wish you had a map or a guideline to follow to parent your adolescent daughter? Managing her emotions and thoughts as well as setting realistic expectations sometimes can be so overwhelming. Join a support and an educational ...
Hosted by Stella Zweben Samuel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91436
Do you ever wish you had a map or a guideline to follow to parent your adolescent daughter? Managing her emotions and thoughts as well as setting realistic expectations sometimes can be so overwhelming. Join a support and an educational ...
Online Adult Process Group
This Interpersonal/Psychodynam ic group is open to Adults of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and racial, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. The group meets online, allowing for easier access and consistency to engage in self-reflective work on a range of subjects ...
Hosted by Sarah Frank Jarvis, LMFT, ATR-BC, CGP
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC, MA, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Hills, CA 91343
This Interpersonal/Psychodynam ic group is open to Adults of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and racial, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. The group meets online, allowing for easier access and consistency to engage in self-reflective work on a range of subjects ...
Virtual Adult Autism Group
This is an opportunity for both self-diagnosed and professionally diagnosed Autistic folks. We will discuss the difficulties of coping under oppressive systems, and how to navigate and embrace our multifaceted, intersectional identities. This group is an LGBTQIA+ affirmative space for ...
Hosted by Rosie Zeolla Calle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 91335
This is an opportunity for both self-diagnosed and professionally diagnosed Autistic folks. We will discuss the difficulties of coping under oppressive systems, and how to navigate and embrace our multifaceted, intersectional identities. This group is an LGBTQIA+ affirmative space for ...
Body Image and Eating Disorders Support Group
Are you struggling with eating disorders and body image issues? Embark on a transformative journey with this Body Image and Eating Disorders support group. This group utilize a holistic approach addressing factors like media influence, cultural pressures, and personal experiences. ...
Hosted by Cathy Trenary
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Van Nuys, CA 91405
Are you struggling with eating disorders and body image issues? Embark on a transformative journey with this Body Image and Eating Disorders support group. This group utilize a holistic approach addressing factors like media influence, cultural pressures, and personal experiences. ...
Association of Behavioral Health Specialists, Inc.
We are a group of professionals with different credentials, specialities, and modalities providing psychological services in the Los Angeles and San Fernando Valley areas. We are taking new patients, through TELEMEDICINE, and we are offering free consultations. Please call the ...
Hosted by Dr. Jose E. Corena
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Van Nuys, CA 91401
We are a group of professionals with different credentials, specialities, and modalities providing psychological services in the Los Angeles and San Fernando Valley areas. We are taking new patients, through TELEMEDICINE, and we are offering free consultations. Please call the ...
Addiction Support Group | Harm Reduction & Trauma
Join our Harm Reduction Addiction Support Group for holistic recovery. Our compassionate space embraces diverse needs with structured sessions covering addiction, anxiety, depression, impulse control, relationships, and more. We focus on coping skills, healthy relationships, and relapse prevention, integrating IFS, ...
Hosted by Kelly Albrecht
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Van Nuys, CA 91405
Join our Harm Reduction Addiction Support Group for holistic recovery. Our compassionate space embraces diverse needs with structured sessions covering addiction, anxiety, depression, impulse control, relationships, and more. We focus on coping skills, healthy relationships, and relapse prevention, integrating IFS, ...
Recovery from Narcissistic Abuse
Have you experienced Narcissistic Abuse from a parent or caregiver in your childhood? If so, that most probably has had a profound impact on your relationships and development. Accommodating behaviors, co-dependency traits, and perfectionism can result as well as many ...
Hosted by Priscilla Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91316
Have you experienced Narcissistic Abuse from a parent or caregiver in your childhood? If so, that most probably has had a profound impact on your relationships and development. Accommodating behaviors, co-dependency traits, and perfectionism can result as well as many ...
Licensed Therapist Process Group
To support each participant to express their widest range of feelings and thoughts, and to explore their emotional experience with people inside and outside the group; To actively engage problems, concerns and challenges that motivate group participation; To put feelings ...
Hosted by Michael Shiffman
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91436
To support each participant to express their widest range of feelings and thoughts, and to explore their emotional experience with people inside and outside the group; To actively engage problems, concerns and challenges that motivate group participation; To put feelings ...
LUNCH Groups® School Year Programs (6-8 & 8-11)
The program is held from October through May, two-hour sessions, including shopping for snacks. We involve students in a range of engaging activities that address executive function, pragmatic language, social competence, academic readiness, daily living, and environmental awareness, depending on ...
Hosted by Bruce M Gale
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91436
The program is held from October through May, two-hour sessions, including shopping for snacks. We involve students in a range of engaging activities that address executive function, pragmatic language, social competence, academic readiness, daily living, and environmental awareness, depending on ...
Upcoming Events
Throughout the year I will be offering a range of classes and events. Please check my website for upcoming workshops. If you would like to know more, you can also provide me with your email address.
Hosted by Julie Brams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91316
Throughout the year I will be offering a range of classes and events. Please check my website for upcoming workshops. If you would like to know more, you can also provide me with your email address.
Shinrin Yoku (Forest Bathing) Walk
Forest Therapy is a research-based framework for supporting healing and wellness through immersion in forests and other natural environments. Studies have shown a wide array of health benefits, especially in the cardiovascular and immune systems, and for stabilizing and improving ...
Hosted by Julie Brams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91316
Forest Therapy is a research-based framework for supporting healing and wellness through immersion in forests and other natural environments. Studies have shown a wide array of health benefits, especially in the cardiovascular and immune systems, and for stabilizing and improving ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Lake Balboa?
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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.