Support Groups in Austin, TX
Parenting Children with Early Loss & Trauma
Learn how early loss & trauma affects attachment, behavior and more. Get empowered with parenting skills that work! Come away with confidence & peace that you have what you need within you to help your child thrive!
Hosted by Kathy Kinskey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78705
Learn how early loss & trauma affects attachment, behavior and more. Get empowered with parenting skills that work! Come away with confidence & peace that you have what you need within you to help your child thrive!
DBT Skills for Teens
DBT is a state-of-the-art, evidence-based treatment for adolescents who experience challenges managing intense emotions, problematic thoughts, and unsafe behaviors. DBT skills include mindfulness to practice non-judgmental, present-moment awareness, strategies to improve communication, reduce family conflict, manage emotions, and tolerate distressing ...
Hosted by Ana El-Behadli
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78703
DBT is a state-of-the-art, evidence-based treatment for adolescents who experience challenges managing intense emotions, problematic thoughts, and unsafe behaviors. DBT skills include mindfulness to practice non-judgmental, present-moment awareness, strategies to improve communication, reduce family conflict, manage emotions, and tolerate distressing ...
Clinical supervision for LMSWs
I am currently forming a group for LMSWs seeking clinical supervision for their LCSW. Please contact me for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Hosted by Keri Moran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78759
I am currently forming a group for LMSWs seeking clinical supervision for their LCSW. Please contact me for more information or to schedule a consultation.
IOP Intensive Outpatient Program
*Daytime and Evening options available Omega Recovery's intensive out-patient(IOP) program is designed for an individual that is new to recovery, as well as any individual that needs added support in their current recovery program. It's also a perfect step down ...
Hosted by Omega Recovery
Treatment Center, PhD, LCSW-R
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78704
*Daytime and Evening options available Omega Recovery's intensive out-patient(IOP) program is designed for an individual that is new to recovery, as well as any individual that needs added support in their current recovery program. It's also a perfect step down ...
General Psychotherapy
This group is for individuals dealing with problematic relationship patterns, including anxiety, assertiveness, conflict, grief, shame, self acceptance, and self worth. Group allows people to deal with these issues experientially with other group members.
Hosted by Karen Habib
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78759
This group is for individuals dealing with problematic relationship patterns, including anxiety, assertiveness, conflict, grief, shame, self acceptance, and self worth. Group allows people to deal with these issues experientially with other group members.
Anger Management, Parenting, Sex Issues
Please phone for more information or visit www.docjilltherapy.com
Hosted by Jill Latonick Flores
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LSOTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78701
Please phone for more information or visit www.docjilltherapy.com
Private Practice for Introverts
This group is for licensed psychotherapists in the first year or two of their private practices, or during the first two years post-internship. You’ll get support in creating and starting a thriving private practice, and we’ll examine our counter transference ...
Hosted by Katy Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT-S, LPC, SEP, CCTP, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78746
This group is for licensed psychotherapists in the first year or two of their private practices, or during the first two years post-internship. You’ll get support in creating and starting a thriving private practice, and we’ll examine our counter transference ...
Phoenix Rising
Process group for individuals who are survivors of Narcissistic Abuse. This group is for individuals who are seeking support from people who 'get it', and have a safe space to process through the trauma of being in a narcissistic relationship. ...
Hosted by Gabrielle Coolidge
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78704
Process group for individuals who are survivors of Narcissistic Abuse. This group is for individuals who are seeking support from people who 'get it', and have a safe space to process through the trauma of being in a narcissistic relationship. ...
LCSW Supervision Thursday group
I conduct clinical supervision groups with LMSWs pursuing licensure. We focus on boundaries, ethics, case conceptualization, exploring interventions and modalities, professional development, and self-care.
Hosted by Sarah Kincheloe (Live Oak Collective)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78702
I conduct clinical supervision groups with LMSWs pursuing licensure. We focus on boundaries, ethics, case conceptualization, exploring interventions and modalities, professional development, and self-care.
Post Holiday Women's Process Group
This process group is for female identifying adults in their 20’s-30’s who grew up around others struggling with alcoholism and/or addiction. This group is not 12-step, rather a place to find commonality and support. We will share feelings and experiences ...
Hosted by Liz Crain
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78746
This process group is for female identifying adults in their 20’s-30’s who grew up around others struggling with alcoholism and/or addiction. This group is not 12-step, rather a place to find commonality and support. We will share feelings and experiences ...
Men creating the lives that they want!
This group is designed to help men work toward creating the life that they want for themselves. It will explore self-esteem, maladaptive behaviors and existential issues.
Hosted by Scott Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78750
This group is designed to help men work toward creating the life that they want for themselves. It will explore self-esteem, maladaptive behaviors and existential issues.
Intensive Outpatient Program
Young adult men beginning the process of recovery from addiction or other mental health challenges need a solution unique to their needs and lifestyle. Alpha IOP offers a flexible option to receive clinical, recreational, and social programming while living at ...
Hosted by Alpha Behavioral Health
Treatment Center, LPC-S, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78705
Young adult men beginning the process of recovery from addiction or other mental health challenges need a solution unique to their needs and lifestyle. Alpha IOP offers a flexible option to receive clinical, recreational, and social programming while living at ...
Yoga for Anxiety Group Series
The next Yoga for Anxiety Group Series starts fall of 2016. Over the six sessions, participants will benefit from asana, breathing, mantra, meditation, and yoga philosophy geared to harness and lower anxious energy from high stress, ongoing anxiety, life changes, ...
Hosted by Jamie Justus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78704
The next Yoga for Anxiety Group Series starts fall of 2016. Over the six sessions, participants will benefit from asana, breathing, mantra, meditation, and yoga philosophy geared to harness and lower anxious energy from high stress, ongoing anxiety, life changes, ...
My Therapist in Austin Carolyn Maurin
Located in central Austin, evening and weekend appointments available. Please call to discuss your counseling needs and set up your first appointment. Free phone consultation. 512-925-0883.
Hosted by Carolyn S Maurin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78752
Located in central Austin, evening and weekend appointments available. Please call to discuss your counseling needs and set up your first appointment. Free phone consultation. 512-925-0883.
Co-ed Interpersonal Process Group
Mixed issue group with focus on interpersonal support, feedback and growth.
Hosted by Catherine M Johnson-Ford
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78704
Mixed issue group with focus on interpersonal support, feedback and growth.
High School Group
This is a coed group for teens in grades 9-12. Group will meet weekly through the end of the school year, with the option to continue after the school year. Group will focus on building healthy, supportive relationships with group ...
Hosted by Anne E Appel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78759
This is a coed group for teens in grades 9-12. Group will meet weekly through the end of the school year, with the option to continue after the school year. Group will focus on building healthy, supportive relationships with group ...
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No groups offered at this time, but please inquire if interested. I am keeping a waitlist of folks interested the following types of groups: anxiety coping, depression coping, mindfulness-based, self-compassion, grief & loss support.
Hosted by Kate Czar
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78731
No groups offered at this time, but please inquire if interested. I am keeping a waitlist of folks interested the following types of groups: anxiety coping, depression coping, mindfulness-based, self-compassion, grief & loss support.
Teen/Pre Teen DBT Intensive Outpatient Group
This group offers an intensive approach to teaching Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills- these skills focus on Mindfulness, Relationship Effectiveness, Regulating Emotions & Distress Tolerance. As teens learn these skills they are able to navigate life in a more wise, healthy ...
Hosted by The Timothy Center
Treatment Center, PhD, LPC-S, CSAT-C2, PA-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78759
This group offers an intensive approach to teaching Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills- these skills focus on Mindfulness, Relationship Effectiveness, Regulating Emotions & Distress Tolerance. As teens learn these skills they are able to navigate life in a more wise, healthy ...
Jung Society of Austin
This group has ongoing events throughout the year focusing on self work focusing on the teachings of Carl Jung. Roundtables are open to the public and donation based. Check teh website for listings and content.
Hosted by Michelle John, PhD, LPC-S, SEP
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, SEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78751
This group has ongoing events throughout the year focusing on self work focusing on the teachings of Carl Jung. Roundtables are open to the public and donation based. Check teh website for listings and content.
Intensive Outpatient Program (Austin IOP)
Your mental health is important to us and we want to help you with your recovery journey in Austin TX! Our structured IOP (intensive outpatient program) is meant to accommodate the many demands of establishing a life in recovery while ...
Hosted by South Meadows Recovery
Verified Verified
Group meets in Austin, TX 78728
Your mental health is important to us and we want to help you with your recovery journey in Austin TX! Our structured IOP (intensive outpatient program) is meant to accommodate the many demands of establishing a life in recovery while ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Austin?
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.