Congruent Psychotherapy LLC
Congruent Psychotherapy is an outpatient mental health practice located in downtown Saint Louis. This is in an effort to participate in the proactive positive change towards reforming communities. This practice revolves around providing affordable, specialized care for individuals who are ...
Hosted by Johnny Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Louis, MO 63103
Congruent Psychotherapy is an outpatient mental health practice located in downtown Saint Louis. This is in an effort to participate in the proactive positive change towards reforming communities. This practice revolves around providing affordable, specialized care for individuals who are ...
Working Together in Groups!
Anger Management (Offering Group Sessions) - Anger Management Occupational Stress Relationship Problems Dealing with Heart Break Academic Problems Parenting Premarital Counseling Marriage & Family Therapy Anxiety. These sessions offer relaxation, cognitive and communication skills. This combined approach will allow the ...
Hosted by Lynda Bankston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Charles, MO 63303
Anger Management (Offering Group Sessions) - Anger Management Occupational Stress Relationship Problems Dealing with Heart Break Academic Problems Parenting Premarital Counseling Marriage & Family Therapy Anxiety. These sessions offer relaxation, cognitive and communication skills. This combined approach will allow the ...
Therapy/support group
THE GROUP CONSIST OF TWO THERAPISTS WITH A MINIMUM OF SIX CLIENTS The focus is personal issues and relationship concerns. The aproach is primarily gestalt therapy based with an emphasis on problem solving and insight
Hosted by Shelley Stelmach-Nigro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kansas City, MO 64111
THE GROUP CONSIST OF TWO THERAPISTS WITH A MINIMUM OF SIX CLIENTS The focus is personal issues and relationship concerns. The aproach is primarily gestalt therapy based with an emphasis on problem solving and insight
Out of Control Sexual Behavior Men's Group
The OCSB (often referred to as "sex addiction") group for men is focused on helping guide men through their sexual health plans and provide a safe space to discuss sexual needs and concerns with other men. The overarching goal of ...
Hosted by Richard Ashby
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kansas City, MO 64116
The OCSB (often referred to as "sex addiction") group for men is focused on helping guide men through their sexual health plans and provide a safe space to discuss sexual needs and concerns with other men. The overarching goal of ...
Group Art Therapy for Adults
for someone who wants to be: · able to ask for what I need · less fearful of the judgment of others · able to openly disagree with others · less self-critical · less fearful others seeing and judging my ...
Hosted by Megan Robb
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in University City, MO 63130
for someone who wants to be: · able to ask for what I need · less fearful of the judgment of others · able to openly disagree with others · less self-critical · less fearful others seeing and judging my ...
BIP Embrace/ U
A Batterers’ Intervention Program (BIP) is a program that batterers attend, usually as part of the legal system response to domestic violence. A batterer may also attend a program voluntarily. A BIP has an important role in coordinated community response ...
Hosted by Tasca M. Tolson
MEd, LPC, CADC, BIP, CTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Columbia, MO 65203
A Batterers’ Intervention Program (BIP) is a program that batterers attend, usually as part of the legal system response to domestic violence. A batterer may also attend a program voluntarily. A BIP has an important role in coordinated community response ...
DBT skills training
DBT skills training is done through DBT Columbia virtually. It is a part of comprehensive DBT treatment where group members learn skills to cope with target behaviors in the following modules: mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal skills, and distress tolerance. Group ...
Hosted by Diana Hughes Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Blue Springs, MO 64015
DBT skills training is done through DBT Columbia virtually. It is a part of comprehensive DBT treatment where group members learn skills to cope with target behaviors in the following modules: mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal skills, and distress tolerance. Group ...
Friends & Family Coaching Group
We invite you to join us for an 8-week coaching group designed to support and equip you as you walk alongside those in your life who use drugs and alcohol, have an eating disorder, and/or live with mental illness. We ...
Hosted by The Intensive
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Columbia, MO 65203
We invite you to join us for an 8-week coaching group designed to support and equip you as you walk alongside those in your life who use drugs and alcohol, have an eating disorder, and/or live with mental illness. We ...
Veterans and First Responders
Oftentimes, warriors (veterans and first responders) have a tendency to identify with their role as warriors in the military, law enforcement, fire department, or EMS. As this happens, we lose touch with who we really are, forgetting that the mask ...
Hosted by Adam Magers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kansas City, MO 64109
Oftentimes, warriors (veterans and first responders) have a tendency to identify with their role as warriors in the military, law enforcement, fire department, or EMS. As this happens, we lose touch with who we really are, forgetting that the mask ...
Trauma Sensitive MBCT
This MBCT, or Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, is an 8-week online group starting March 30th, 2021. It helps folks who struggle with depression and anxiety learn to have a different relationship with their thoughts, feelings and body sensations. However, coming ...
Hosted by Megan Kopriva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RYT, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richmond Heights, MO 63117
This MBCT, or Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, is an 8-week online group starting March 30th, 2021. It helps folks who struggle with depression and anxiety learn to have a different relationship with their thoughts, feelings and body sensations. However, coming ...
Ellie Mental Health - Hampton Ave
Hosted by Isabella Valldeperas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Louis, MO 63139
Self Esteem
Our self esteem affects all areas of our life. In this group we will explore how we can raise our self esteem through our awareness, our thoughts and our behaviors. Self defeating behavior may also be addressed. This group is ...
Hosted by Linda R Hamill
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Florissant, MO 63033
Our self esteem affects all areas of our life. In this group we will explore how we can raise our self esteem through our awareness, our thoughts and our behaviors. Self defeating behavior may also be addressed. This group is ...
Anger Management - Adult (Zoom Class)
Anger Management Zoom Class. 4 week class, total 6-8 hours, Certification given upon completion. Program conforms to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services standards. Several monthly classes offered. Weekdays and weekends classes available. $400 for the 4 week ...
Hosted by Connie Clark
Pastoral Counselor, PhD, CCBT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Liberty, MO 64068
Anger Management Zoom Class. 4 week class, total 6-8 hours, Certification given upon completion. Program conforms to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services standards. Several monthly classes offered. Weekdays and weekends classes available. $400 for the 4 week ...
Rainbow Rising: A Safe Haven for LGBTQ+ Teens
We are an inclusive and empowering group designed specifically for LGBTQ+ teens. In our supportive and accepting space, we aim to foster personal growth, build resilience, and create meaningful connections. Through engaging discussions and activities, we explore topics such as ...
Hosted by Darbi Keene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kansas City, MO 64111
We are an inclusive and empowering group designed specifically for LGBTQ+ teens. In our supportive and accepting space, we aim to foster personal growth, build resilience, and create meaningful connections. Through engaging discussions and activities, we explore topics such as ...
Yalom Oriented Group Therapy
My Group work is based on a teaching of Irvin Yalom, MD. It's one of the few, if not the only system to gain self-esteem and self confidence in learning to "speak up" versus "holding in" to improve the quality ...
Hosted by Charles Ray Lake
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kansas City, MO 64114
My Group work is based on a teaching of Irvin Yalom, MD. It's one of the few, if not the only system to gain self-esteem and self confidence in learning to "speak up" versus "holding in" to improve the quality ...
Emotional Regulation-girls- 5-8 years old
This group address the emotional dysregulation experienced by children between the ages 5 to 8 years old.
Hosted by MBHCA-Crescent Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCDP-D
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lebanon, MO 65536
This group address the emotional dysregulation experienced by children between the ages 5 to 8 years old.
Anxiety
Are you struggling with overthinking, emotional outbursts, chronic tension, unexplained physical pain, inability to focus or concentrate, unexplained physical pain, easily agitated, difficulty maintaining healthy relationships, difficulty turning your brain off at night resulting in inconsistent sleep patterns, or habitual ...
Hosted by Wise Counsel Therapy Groups
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Louis, MO 63146
Are you struggling with overthinking, emotional outbursts, chronic tension, unexplained physical pain, inability to focus or concentrate, unexplained physical pain, easily agitated, difficulty maintaining healthy relationships, difficulty turning your brain off at night resulting in inconsistent sleep patterns, or habitual ...
Teen Stress & Anxiety Group
8 week DBT-based group therapy for teens, ages 14-17 who experience anxiety that impacts their ability to participate in life & cope effectively. This group is ideal if your teen is experiencing irritability, agitation, sensitivity to criticism, self-consciousness, perfectionism, or ...
Hosted by Mackenzie Schmid
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Springfield, MO 65804
8 week DBT-based group therapy for teens, ages 14-17 who experience anxiety that impacts their ability to participate in life & cope effectively. This group is ideal if your teen is experiencing irritability, agitation, sensitivity to criticism, self-consciousness, perfectionism, or ...
Let's C.H.A.T.T. Resilient Women of Color Edition
Are you a Woman of Color feeling under-resourced, overwhelmed, or unheard? Join us for a supportive and empowering group therapy session where we'll come together to discuss the unique experiences of Women of Color.Together, we'll explore strategies for overcoming obstacles, ...
Hosted by Tiffany J Walehwa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clayton, MO 63105
Are you a Woman of Color feeling under-resourced, overwhelmed, or unheard? Join us for a supportive and empowering group therapy session where we'll come together to discuss the unique experiences of Women of Color.Together, we'll explore strategies for overcoming obstacles, ...
Dual Diagnosis Group
Looking to jump start your personal growth, gain new perspectives, find your safe space, or just need a sounding board? Our Dual Diagnosis groups are for anyone with a mental health and/or substance abuse diagnosis. Group therapy can be effective ...
Hosted by Laurie L Carpenter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW, CCATP, CCTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Independence, MO 64050
Looking to jump start your personal growth, gain new perspectives, find your safe space, or just need a sounding board? Our Dual Diagnosis groups are for anyone with a mental health and/or substance abuse diagnosis. Group therapy can be effective ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Missouri?
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.