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Men's Sexual Recovery Group
This group is for those seeking sobriety and recovery from sexual addictions or compulsions, including problematic pornography use. Please join us in a safe, supportive environment while we explore information about sexual addiction and beginning a recovery journey toward sexual ...
Hosted by Laura L Housel
Counselor, LMHC, ATR, CSAT, CTRS, CYI
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ankeny, IA 50023
This group is for those seeking sobriety and recovery from sexual addictions or compulsions, including problematic pornography use. Please join us in a safe, supportive environment while we explore information about sexual addiction and beginning a recovery journey toward sexual ...
Women's Healing Support Group for Age 50+
As a woman progresses through life what she experiences may draw her away from developing her authentic Self. Cultural mores, familial expectations, professional aspirations, relationships with friends and lovers, religious dogma, and unanticipated transitions may compromise her relationship with her ...
Hosted by Shellie Matt
Counselor, EdS, MA, LMHC, Jungian
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Des Moines, IA 50266
As a woman progresses through life what she experiences may draw her away from developing her authentic Self. Cultural mores, familial expectations, professional aspirations, relationships with friends and lovers, religious dogma, and unanticipated transitions may compromise her relationship with her ...
Anger Management
Learn to manage your anger through a mindfulness approach. Several topics are covered: Communication, Forgiveness, Trust, Warning Signs and Triggers. Learn multiple ways to cope with your anger. The group is 6 weeks long. Maximum of 8 persons per each ...
Hosted by Chelsey Hirt
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Glenwood, IA 51534
Learn to manage your anger through a mindfulness approach. Several topics are covered: Communication, Forgiveness, Trust, Warning Signs and Triggers. Learn multiple ways to cope with your anger. The group is 6 weeks long. Maximum of 8 persons per each ...
Stairways
Hosted by Mosaic Family Counseling Center Inc.
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Urbandale, IA 50322
Stay Home Stay Free
This group is for Ex-felons. Participants of this group will receive help to deal with P.T.S.D. of being imprisoned, the anxiety of being and staying in a free society. This group will identify common stressor, ideologies and situational pressure that ...
Hosted by Jerome Miller
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, (t)LMHC, IADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Des Moines, IA 50310
This group is for Ex-felons. Participants of this group will receive help to deal with P.T.S.D. of being imprisoned, the anxiety of being and staying in a free society. This group will identify common stressor, ideologies and situational pressure that ...
Partners in Recovery
This group is designed for anyone who is or has been partnered with someone struggling with sexual addiction or compulsion, and who is seeking support in their healing process. Group topics will focus on understanding sexual addiction and its effects ...
Hosted by Full Heart Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ankeny, IA 50023
This group is designed for anyone who is or has been partnered with someone struggling with sexual addiction or compulsion, and who is seeking support in their healing process. Group topics will focus on understanding sexual addiction and its effects ...
Intensive Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment
We provide a full spectrum of outpatient care for substance abuse issues in all three of our office locations. We provide assessment (including DOT SAP assessments), individual counseling, extended outpatient groups, and intensive outpatient group counseling for substance abuse. Give ...
We provide a full spectrum of outpatient care for substance abuse issues in all three of our office locations. We provide assessment (including DOT SAP assessments), individual counseling, extended outpatient groups, and intensive outpatient group counseling for substance abuse. Give ...
SPCDH
Group members in recovery.
Hosted by William Drier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LISW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Waterloo, IA 50702
Group members in recovery.
Outpatient substance use treatment
Weekly group for those struggling with addiction and/or court-ordered to complete substance use treatment. Group time is focused on building skills necessary to enter and maintain long-term recovery.
Hosted by Acceptance Recovery Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, CADC, MSL
Verified Verified
Group meets in Coralville, IA 52241
Weekly group for those struggling with addiction and/or court-ordered to complete substance use treatment. Group time is focused on building skills necessary to enter and maintain long-term recovery.
Bliss Psychiatry, LLC
PSYCHIATRY TELEMEDICINE PROVIDER SERVING ALL OF IOWA, RURAL AREAS, CITIES, ECT. We are excited to offer medication management services TELEMEDICINE and in person at our Des Moines Location!! We offer medication management services for all psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, ...
Hosted by Elizabeth Brake
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Des Moines, IA 50309
PSYCHIATRY TELEMEDICINE PROVIDER SERVING ALL OF IOWA, RURAL AREAS, CITIES, ECT. We are excited to offer medication management services TELEMEDICINE and in person at our Des Moines Location!! We offer medication management services for all psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, ...
Full Heart Family Therapy
Hosted by Jill R Sudak-Allison
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ankeny, IA 50021
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Group
Feel free to inquire about group enrollment by calling our office or reaching out to me directly. Group sessions will begin 5/8/24. You may access information regarding in-network insurance plans at Green Counseling Service's website. Private pay cost per session ...
Hosted by Victoria Brennan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Iowa City, IA 52240
Feel free to inquire about group enrollment by calling our office or reaching out to me directly. Group sessions will begin 5/8/24. You may access information regarding in-network insurance plans at Green Counseling Service's website. Private pay cost per session ...
center for healing and hope
Satellite rural office
Hosted by Gina Michelle West-Hendrickson
Counselor, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Missouri Valley, IA 51555
Satellite rural office
Girls Circle Group
The Girls Circle Program is a 6-week therapeutic program for culturally diverse adolescent girls using the “Girls Circle Model” created by One Circle Foundation. Girls Circle is the first gender-responsive program in the country to demonstrate effectiveness in reducing delinquency ...
Hosted by Dr. Candyce Briggs
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
The Girls Circle Program is a 6-week therapeutic program for culturally diverse adolescent girls using the “Girls Circle Model” created by One Circle Foundation. Girls Circle is the first gender-responsive program in the country to demonstrate effectiveness in reducing delinquency ...
DBT skills group
Learning skills in Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness- (How to deal with other people), Emotional Regulation (How to manage your own moods better), and Distress Tolerance (How to deal with sh*t hitting the fan without falling apart).
Hosted by Candella LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, IAADC, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Learning skills in Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness- (How to deal with other people), Emotional Regulation (How to manage your own moods better), and Distress Tolerance (How to deal with sh*t hitting the fan without falling apart).
Seeing Red Anger Management-youth
Hosted by Flourishing Engagements
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Urbandale, IA 50322
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Iowa?
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.