Support Groups in Bristol, CT
Stress management
I can facilitate Cancer recovery, Addiction recovery, meditation, guided imagery, art therapy, and pain reduction groups for you and 6 others minimum. In a venue or conducive location of your choice.
Hosted by Audrey Bennett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bristol, CT 06010
I can facilitate Cancer recovery, Addiction recovery, meditation, guided imagery, art therapy, and pain reduction groups for you and 6 others minimum. In a venue or conducive location of your choice.
Within Reach Counseling
Hosted by Within Reach (Eric Brysgel)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bristol, CT 06010
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Stress management
I can facilitate Cancer recovery, Addiction recovery, meditation, guided imagery, art therapy, and pain reduction groups for you and 6 others minimum. In a venue or conducive location of your choice.
Hosted by Audrey Bennett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bristol, CT 06010
I can facilitate Cancer recovery, Addiction recovery, meditation, guided imagery, art therapy, and pain reduction groups for you and 6 others minimum. In a venue or conducive location of your choice.
Within Reach Counseling
Hosted by Within Reach (Eric Brysgel)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bristol, CT 06010
Finding My Voice/Encontrar Mi Voz
Psychotherapy group for women ages 18-24. Topics include self-esteem, healthy relationships, boundaries, self-care, anxiety/depression, grief, self-respect and future intentions. Group is bilingual (Spanish/English) and hybrid, held both in person in our Southington office and via telehealth. Facilitated by Shasterin Valentin, ...
Hosted by Beehive Counseling & Wellness LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Southington, CT 06489
Psychotherapy group for women ages 18-24. Topics include self-esteem, healthy relationships, boundaries, self-care, anxiety/depression, grief, self-respect and future intentions. Group is bilingual (Spanish/English) and hybrid, held both in person in our Southington office and via telehealth. Facilitated by Shasterin Valentin, ...
Grief and Loss Counseling Group
Grief can come in many forms and can leave you feeling lost, lonely, and overwhelmed. This is an opportunity to be part of a professional support group aimed at understanding and moving through the different stages of grief. This is ...
Hosted by Theresa Krasinski
Counselor, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Group meets in Southington, CT 06489
Grief can come in many forms and can leave you feeling lost, lonely, and overwhelmed. This is an opportunity to be part of a professional support group aimed at understanding and moving through the different stages of grief. This is ...
Trauma Group
This group is for adults whom experience symptoms of PTSD that interfere with their life. The facilitator will provide education on PTSD, The Polyvagal Theory and help the client explore their own grounding skills while learning new ones. This group ...
Hosted by Sarah Starbird
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Southington, CT 06489
This group is for adults whom experience symptoms of PTSD that interfere with their life. The facilitator will provide education on PTSD, The Polyvagal Theory and help the client explore their own grounding skills while learning new ones. This group ...
Reconnect to your Inner Goddess
Take your self-discovery journey to the next level! Designed for women ages 25+ who want to explore self- care, self-awareness, boundary setting and connecting with others who have had similar experiences in the dating world and socially. We want all ...
Hosted by The Center for Emotional Healing
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burlington, CT 06013
Take your self-discovery journey to the next level! Designed for women ages 25+ who want to explore self- care, self-awareness, boundary setting and connecting with others who have had similar experiences in the dating world and socially. We want all ...
The S.U.R.E Program
The SURE PROGRAM’S mission is to provide mentoring and educational services to individuals in every community, race, ethnicity, age, race, religious faith based, and gender to empower every human being in our community. SURE, mentors will provide Career Coaching, Wellness ...
Hosted by Candyce Scott MA, LPC Insight of New England
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC , EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Britain, CT 06051
The SURE PROGRAM’S mission is to provide mentoring and educational services to individuals in every community, race, ethnicity, age, race, religious faith based, and gender to empower every human being in our community. SURE, mentors will provide Career Coaching, Wellness ...
Mindful Meditation & Self Healing
Join me for a mindful meditation and self healing group where you will learn about the power of your personal energy, how to channel energy, and how this practice can resolve symptoms related to mental and physical stress. To register ...
Hosted by Meghan Geary-Strenk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Plainville, CT 06062
Join me for a mindful meditation and self healing group where you will learn about the power of your personal energy, how to channel energy, and how this practice can resolve symptoms related to mental and physical stress. To register ...
Held Center for Healing
Held Center for Healing provides psychotherapy, reiki and yoga therapy services remotely and in-person.
Hosted by Taylor Gallimore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Unionville, CT 06085
Held Center for Healing provides psychotherapy, reiki and yoga therapy services remotely and in-person.
Grief Recovery Life Discovery Program
"Educational, Experiential, and Enlightening" is how I would describe this program of personal growth that I incorporate into my own life. Reservations are required for this 8 week results-oriented, forward-movement based program during which You will learn a wealth of ...
Hosted by Clear Life Counseling & Grief Recovery Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CGRS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Unionville, CT 06085
"Educational, Experiential, and Enlightening" is how I would describe this program of personal growth that I incorporate into my own life. Reservations are required for this 8 week results-oriented, forward-movement based program during which You will learn a wealth of ...
Adult DBT Group
Modules include Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Interpersonal Effectiveness skills. DBT Group includes Homework review – this is the closest you’ll get to traditional group therapy. During this time, we discuss any progress you made with your homework and ...
Hosted by The Harmony Center for Change, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Farmington, CT 06032
Modules include Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Interpersonal Effectiveness skills. DBT Group includes Homework review – this is the closest you’ll get to traditional group therapy. During this time, we discuss any progress you made with your homework and ...
Metamorphosis Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Hosted by Jessica Grzado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Southington, CT 06489
Teen Support Group
A support group for children ages 12-15 who would benefit from support with: better understanding and managing emotions, communication, confidence, and coping skills. This group will be held in person at the Bridge Healing Arts Center in Farmington, CT. We ...
Hosted by Ann McAdams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Farmington, CT 06032
A support group for children ages 12-15 who would benefit from support with: better understanding and managing emotions, communication, confidence, and coping skills. This group will be held in person at the Bridge Healing Arts Center in Farmington, CT. We ...
Rising Wings Counseling and Wellness Services
Provides Mental Health Services to individuals and couples, grief therapy, spiritual counseling, Reiki and Sound Healing, support and educational groups. Location is Farmington and within a building with various providers.
Hosted by Marie Goodine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Farmington, CT 06032
Provides Mental Health Services to individuals and couples, grief therapy, spiritual counseling, Reiki and Sound Healing, support and educational groups. Location is Farmington and within a building with various providers.
Organization and Motivational Event Speaker
Guaranteed to provide your Organizations' (Employees, Students, Group/Club Members) new insights and opportunities for personal and professional growth. NUMEROUS "grief-inducing" life events can hinder people from being able to remain engaged in life and work. This presentation will engage and ...
Hosted by Clear Life Counseling & Grief Recovery Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CGRS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Unionville, CT 06085
Guaranteed to provide your Organizations' (Employees, Students, Group/Club Members) new insights and opportunities for personal and professional growth. NUMEROUS "grief-inducing" life events can hinder people from being able to remain engaged in life and work. This presentation will engage and ...
Mindfulness and Wellness
This is a virtual group that allows individuals to express themselves freely in a safe space. Mindfulness and Wellness is a supportive group that provides psycho education and teaches coping skills while addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and ...
Hosted by Yma Orne Campbell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Farmington, CT 06030
This is a virtual group that allows individuals to express themselves freely in a safe space. Mindfulness and Wellness is a supportive group that provides psycho education and teaches coping skills while addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and ...
Seeking Strength for Women
Sarah Howroyd LCSW's weekly virtual online therapy group for Connecticut women in their first year of recovery from addiction issues. Collaborative, confidential, nonjudgmental, safe space to heal, grow, learn & support the recovery process. Multiple pathways to recovery celebrated & ...
Hosted by Sarah Howroyd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Farmington, CT 06032
Sarah Howroyd LCSW's weekly virtual online therapy group for Connecticut women in their first year of recovery from addiction issues. Collaborative, confidential, nonjudgmental, safe space to heal, grow, learn & support the recovery process. Multiple pathways to recovery celebrated & ...
Newington Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC
Small private practice group of highly qualified therapists, offering individual, family or group therapy.
Hosted by Joanne Leon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newington, CT 06111
Small private practice group of highly qualified therapists, offering individual, family or group therapy.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Bristol?
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.