Support Groups in Pittsburgh, PA
Counseling Works LLC
Creating an inviting space for self exploration is the backbone of our approach. Our therapists lean into the idea that “two things can be true at once”, believing that when we embody this attitude, our lives become more expansive, rather ...
Hosted by Wesley Waldrup
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Creating an inviting space for self exploration is the backbone of our approach. Our therapists lean into the idea that “two things can be true at once”, believing that when we embody this attitude, our lives become more expansive, rather ...
Caregivers for Seniors
This group is for Caregivers who need assistance with the stress of supporting seniors. The does not have members but if there is interest I will run a group with three people. Please email to inquire.
Hosted by Patricia Hanson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15221
This group is for Caregivers who need assistance with the stress of supporting seniors. The does not have members but if there is interest I will run a group with three people. Please email to inquire.
Intensive Care Counseling LLC
Intensive Care Counseling, LLC offers intensive, short-term therapy methods that focus on rapid improvement. This is done by virtual or in-home visits that are customized to fit your needs. We are here to help you work through past traumatic experiences, ...
Hosted by Intensive Care Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Intensive Care Counseling, LLC offers intensive, short-term therapy methods that focus on rapid improvement. This is done by virtual or in-home visits that are customized to fit your needs. We are here to help you work through past traumatic experiences, ...
Cancer Survivors: From Surviving to Thriving
New group forming, Please check back.
Hosted by Barbara Duarte Esgalhado
Psychologist, PhD, MFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15206
New group forming, Please check back.
Childless Stepmothers Women's Group
I am starting a group in Pittsburgh for women who are married to men with children but have no biological children of their own. This is a unique role in a family and comes with an unusual set of challenges. ...
Hosted by Julie Barnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15203
I am starting a group in Pittsburgh for women who are married to men with children but have no biological children of their own. This is a unique role in a family and comes with an unusual set of challenges. ...
Surviving Grief and Loss
Death is often overwhelming and debilitating to survivors. The pain is real whether it is a parent, significant other, child, friend or a family pet. This group explores the stages of grief and shared experiences in the process. Also developed ...
Hosted by James (Jay) A McGuire
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, SAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15220
Death is often overwhelming and debilitating to survivors. The pain is real whether it is a parent, significant other, child, friend or a family pet. This group explores the stages of grief and shared experiences in the process. Also developed ...
Awakening the Light Body Meditation Group
Please see my website for a detailed description of this life changing meditation group. The next group begins in September 2020 and meets weekly for 6 months. Space is limited to 6 participants.
Hosted by Kimberly June
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMT, CST
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Please see my website for a detailed description of this life changing meditation group. The next group begins in September 2020 and meets weekly for 6 months. Space is limited to 6 participants.
Embrace Uncertainty: ACT for OCD
Only a few spots remain! Do you find yourself stuck in thought loops? Do you have a hard time resisting compulsive behaviors? If so, this group is for you! This group will focus on developing skills to deal with symptoms ...
Hosted by Bethany Kregiel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Only a few spots remain! Do you find yourself stuck in thought loops? Do you have a hard time resisting compulsive behaviors? If so, this group is for you! This group will focus on developing skills to deal with symptoms ...
Neurospicy Queers
8 week VIRTUAL psychoeducation and process group group for neurodivergent (ADHD, ASD) and LGBTQIA+ individuals. Each week we will have a different topic to discuss and process. Individuals can explore their own identity and increase their understanding of being neurodivergent ...
Hosted by G Hoffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15220
8 week VIRTUAL psychoeducation and process group group for neurodivergent (ADHD, ASD) and LGBTQIA+ individuals. Each week we will have a different topic to discuss and process. Individuals can explore their own identity and increase their understanding of being neurodivergent ...
Counseling Works LLC
Creating an inviting space for self exploration is the backbone of our approach. Our therapists lean into the idea that “two things can be true at once”, believing that when we embody this attitude, our lives become more expansive, rather ...
Hosted by Jessica Everly
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Creating an inviting space for self exploration is the backbone of our approach. Our therapists lean into the idea that “two things can be true at once”, believing that when we embody this attitude, our lives become more expansive, rather ...
Strong Foundations Psychological Associates
We are a group of highly trained and carefully selected psychologists and therapists. At Strong Foundations our goal is provide excellent mental health care within an emphatic, supportive, and individualized therapeutic relationship.
Hosted by Elizabeth Reitz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15228
We are a group of highly trained and carefully selected psychologists and therapists. At Strong Foundations our goal is provide excellent mental health care within an emphatic, supportive, and individualized therapeutic relationship.
Creating Connection
An interpersonal process group for adult individuals living with dissociative disorders related to CPTSD
Hosted by Brandi Gurcak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15206
An interpersonal process group for adult individuals living with dissociative disorders related to CPTSD
Inspire Group - Motivational Wellness Group
Are you struggling to make a change in your life? Join us to get support, explore barriers, learn tools and work to make changes. Virtual online group to INSPIRE change! Weekly group for 8 weeks starting Feb 15, 2024. Total ...
Hosted by Katie Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Are you struggling to make a change in your life? Join us to get support, explore barriers, learn tools and work to make changes. Virtual online group to INSPIRE change! Weekly group for 8 weeks starting Feb 15, 2024. Total ...
Grief Support Group
Welcoming adults of all backgrounds for an in-person grief support group to assist each other and process the loss of loved ones. Sliding scale/pay what you can for 8 weekly meetings starting June 27th, 2024.
Hosted by Doug Harshberger
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15211
Welcoming adults of all backgrounds for an in-person grief support group to assist each other and process the loss of loved ones. Sliding scale/pay what you can for 8 weekly meetings starting June 27th, 2024.
Winter Group for New Moms
It's common for new moms to feel overwhelmed, alone and uncertain--join us for connection, conversation and a break from the chaos! This is an open group with the option to attend once, twice or more. FREE for first time members; ...
Hosted by Beth Phillips
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA AT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15236
It's common for new moms to feel overwhelmed, alone and uncertain--join us for connection, conversation and a break from the chaos! This is an open group with the option to attend once, twice or more. FREE for first time members; ...
Wives of Sexual Addicts
Currently, this group is not being offered. This is a therapy group for wives struggling to cope with their husband's sexual indiscretions, sexual addiction, pornography, multiple affairs, sexting, etc. We use a workbook with a focus on trauma resolution and ...
Hosted by Kathleen A Brenckle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CST, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Currently, this group is not being offered. This is a therapy group for wives struggling to cope with their husband's sexual indiscretions, sexual addiction, pornography, multiple affairs, sexting, etc. We use a workbook with a focus on trauma resolution and ...
Men's Recovery Support Group
General recovery support group for men. This group provides support and guidance to men in recovery from substance abuse, sex addiction, compulsive gambling and other substance and/or process addictions. We consistently focus on: the challenges of being a man in ...
Hosted by Evan Dean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15228
General recovery support group for men. This group provides support and guidance to men in recovery from substance abuse, sex addiction, compulsive gambling and other substance and/or process addictions. We consistently focus on: the challenges of being a man in ...
Summit Psychological Services
We are a group of multidisciplinary therapists with locations in both the Cranberry Township and Fox Chapel areas.
Hosted by Summit Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15238
We are a group of multidisciplinary therapists with locations in both the Cranberry Township and Fox Chapel areas.
Adult DBT Skills Group
**Not taking waitlist applications at this time** Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment method that helps individuals cope with stress, manage intense emotions, decrease impulsive behaviors, and increase positive interpersonal interactions. DBT core skills training consists of 4 ...
Hosted by Brecken Hart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15232
**Not taking waitlist applications at this time** Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment method that helps individuals cope with stress, manage intense emotions, decrease impulsive behaviors, and increase positive interpersonal interactions. DBT core skills training consists of 4 ...
Keeping It REAL --Vision for BIPOC men
This program seeks to address the social concerns and issues MEN of color, especially inner-city black and brown men, are facing a myriad of problems and obstacles that are real and perceived and where these problems lead to violence, drug ...
Hosted by R.E.A.L. Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EMDR, CAADC, DNMS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15233
This program seeks to address the social concerns and issues MEN of color, especially inner-city black and brown men, are facing a myriad of problems and obstacles that are real and perceived and where these problems lead to violence, drug ...
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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.