Support Groups in Louisville, KY
Young Women finding your authentic self
This group focuses on transitions of mental health for women in their 20's and 30's. Goals, relationships, boundaries and assertive communication. Small group and affordable, $25.00 per group
Hosted by Rosemary Sweeney
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40207
This group focuses on transitions of mental health for women in their 20's and 30's. Goals, relationships, boundaries and assertive communication. Small group and affordable, $25.00 per group
Acadia Counseling, LLC
Opened August 1, 2019, the counselors at Acadia Counseling work with adults, couples, and adolescents/teens on issues related to mood and trauma - depression, anxiety, dysphoria - and are happy to discuss any other treatment needs you have! Email info@acadiacounseling.com ...
Hosted by Acadia Counseling Louisville
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40207
Opened August 1, 2019, the counselors at Acadia Counseling work with adults, couples, and adolescents/teens on issues related to mood and trauma - depression, anxiety, dysphoria - and are happy to discuss any other treatment needs you have! Email info@acadiacounseling.com ...
Betrayal Bonding Intensive
Closed 8 week 2.5 hour group sessions consisting of education and experiential group process designed for those who have experienced abusive/exploitive relationships, trauma bonding or narcissistic abuse. Co-facilitated with another therapist, the group strives to increase resilience and self-forgiveness, reduce ...
Hosted by John K. Bell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , LCADC, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40222
Closed 8 week 2.5 hour group sessions consisting of education and experiential group process designed for those who have experienced abusive/exploitive relationships, trauma bonding or narcissistic abuse. Co-facilitated with another therapist, the group strives to increase resilience and self-forgiveness, reduce ...
Authentic Men
Authentic Men is associated with not acting like someone else, voicing your own truths. NOT being pressured into decisions or judgments by outside influences. It is about trusting YOUR heart, your gut instinct and following it.Being authentic is not an ...
Hosted by C. Shawn Oak
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MSSW, LMFT, ACS, CLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40218
Authentic Men is associated with not acting like someone else, voicing your own truths. NOT being pressured into decisions or judgments by outside influences. It is about trusting YOUR heart, your gut instinct and following it.Being authentic is not an ...
Substance Abuse IOP, OPT,IND
ONLINE IOP, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, OPT
Hosted by Cassandra D Harris-Gray
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40243
ONLINE IOP, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, OPT
Eating Disorders Group Therapy
Adolescent Group Therapy, treating the whole person. Learning to live in recovery.
Hosted by Mary Beth Tevebaugh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40222
Adolescent Group Therapy, treating the whole person. Learning to live in recovery.
Regaining Balance - Partners of Narcissists
The goals of this group are to understand what a narcissist is and the behaviors a narcissist uses to manipulate and control; development of skills to relate to your narcissist in a way that is healthy for you; share your ...
Hosted by Michelle Ivy Oak
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSEd, MMFT, LMFT, CHPS®
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40243
The goals of this group are to understand what a narcissist is and the behaviors a narcissist uses to manipulate and control; development of skills to relate to your narcissist in a way that is healthy for you; share your ...
ROWEN
This is a support group for women struggling with infertility and loss. We are currently virtual due to the limitations of COVID-19. Please contact the Center for Behavioral Health at Spalding University to register. You are not alone in this ...
Hosted by Amy Lynn Young
Psychologist, PsyD, MSEd, HSP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40203
This is a support group for women struggling with infertility and loss. We are currently virtual due to the limitations of COVID-19. Please contact the Center for Behavioral Health at Spalding University to register. You are not alone in this ...
Peaceful Solutions Counseling
Skilled group of six therapists that seek to help individuals, families, couples, children, adolescents, with many of life challenges, including addictions, mood issues, behavior issues, family problems, and other issues that are keeping clients from meeting their life and relationship ...
Hosted by Peaceful Solutions Counseling Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40214
Skilled group of six therapists that seek to help individuals, families, couples, children, adolescents, with many of life challenges, including addictions, mood issues, behavior issues, family problems, and other issues that are keeping clients from meeting their life and relationship ...
Twitter: Mina Thevenin, LCSW
Hosted by Mina Thevenin, LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40242
Dancing Mindfulness - Currently Unavailable
The body is an underutilized resource for healing and expression. There is nothing quite like dancing to get some trapped energy and emotions out of the body! In contrast to traditional forms of mindfulness, Dancing Mindfulness is active and social. ...
Hosted by Tyacamellia (Tya) Stone
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40222
The body is an underutilized resource for healing and expression. There is nothing quite like dancing to get some trapped energy and emotions out of the body! In contrast to traditional forms of mindfulness, Dancing Mindfulness is active and social. ...
Men's Recovery Group
We offer Men's Recovery groups after initial evaluation. Groups are 1.5 hours and group size is up to 12 clients with both a female and male group leader. This is an open processing group where you will discuss what happens ...
Hosted by Carolyn (Cece) Lindsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40222
We offer Men's Recovery groups after initial evaluation. Groups are 1.5 hours and group size is up to 12 clients with both a female and male group leader. This is an open processing group where you will discuss what happens ...
Bilingual Therapist & Psychological Assessor
Terapeuta Bilingüe y Evaluadora Psicológica Bilingüe (Español e Inglés)
Hosted by Norma Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, LPA, CVE, COTA, MEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40218
Terapeuta Bilingüe y Evaluadora Psicológica Bilingüe (Español e Inglés)
Meridian Behavioral Health
We are a multidisciplinary group of mental health professionals. We have psychiatric professionals as well as psychotherapists and counselors. We offer medication management, therapy, consultation, psychological testing, mental health and substance abuse evaluations, and play therapy. We serve people throughout ...
Hosted by Warren Lambert
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40207
We are a multidisciplinary group of mental health professionals. We have psychiatric professionals as well as psychotherapists and counselors. We offer medication management, therapy, consultation, psychological testing, mental health and substance abuse evaluations, and play therapy. We serve people throughout ...
Trans Teen Group, Trans Adult Group, Parenting
Hosted by Colgan Tyler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40204
Pet Loss Grief
Virtual Pet Loss Grief Support (6 Weeks)
Hosted by Brittany Derrenbacher
Coach, MA/CMHC, MA/WGS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40243
Virtual Pet Loss Grief Support (6 Weeks)
Adult Relapse Prevention Group
This 90-minute group is for adults currently in treatment for OCD, anxiety, eating disorders, or depression. Our focus is on the ongoing development of relapse prevention techniques, as well as providing a supportive community of others who may be struggling ...
Hosted by Street Russell
Psychologist, PsyD, HSSP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40207
This 90-minute group is for adults currently in treatment for OCD, anxiety, eating disorders, or depression. Our focus is on the ongoing development of relapse prevention techniques, as well as providing a supportive community of others who may be struggling ...
FREE Masterclass 'How To Stop Feeling Anxious'
Anxiety hijacks lives. It limits where we go, what we do, and how we live. But, it doesn’t have to be this way. We have choices about whether worry, overwhelm, stress, and anxiety dominate our lives. Learn the three keys ...
Hosted by Dr. Julia King
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA, RYT 200
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40245
Anxiety hijacks lives. It limits where we go, what we do, and how we live. But, it doesn’t have to be this way. We have choices about whether worry, overwhelm, stress, and anxiety dominate our lives. Learn the three keys ...
Art Therapy Group
Are you looking to connect with like minded individuals seeking a non-judgmental therapeutic community? This group promotes opportunities to make positive connections and a safe space to practice healthy boundaries and communication skills while encouraging development of self-care practices. We ...
Hosted by Stephanie Clemmons
Art Therapist, MEd, LPCC, LPAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40207
Are you looking to connect with like minded individuals seeking a non-judgmental therapeutic community? This group promotes opportunities to make positive connections and a safe space to practice healthy boundaries and communication skills while encouraging development of self-care practices. We ...
The Shea Center for Mental Wellness
We are a team of change seekers who are compassionately committed to walking alongside you on your journey to wellness. Our team is committed to providing evidence-based focused modalities, practical tools and resources that promote meaningful change. Our services cultivate ...
Hosted by Erica Toney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40272
We are a team of change seekers who are compassionately committed to walking alongside you on your journey to wellness. Our team is committed to providing evidence-based focused modalities, practical tools and resources that promote meaningful change. Our services cultivate ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Louisville?
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.