Support Groups in Fairfax, VA
International Student Adolescent Therapy Group
Is your child having trouble adjusting to life in the United States? Does your child feel homesick? Does your child feel isolated, angry, anxious or sad? I offer a six-week therapy group for students who have recently moved to the ...
Hosted by Constantina N. Kass
PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22031
Is your child having trouble adjusting to life in the United States? Does your child feel homesick? Does your child feel isolated, angry, anxious or sad? I offer a six-week therapy group for students who have recently moved to the ...
Have You Called Your Mother?! -in person
Weekly in-person process group for women with emotionally immature mothers. Did you experience emotional neglect or abuse as a child, mother’s substance use, narcissism, shame/criticism, high expectations, volatility, dismissiveness? This group is a space to explore these hurts along with ...
Hosted by Christina Frank
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Weekly in-person process group for women with emotionally immature mothers. Did you experience emotional neglect or abuse as a child, mother’s substance use, narcissism, shame/criticism, high expectations, volatility, dismissiveness? This group is a space to explore these hurts along with ...
Finding Solutions Counseling Centers
The journey to health & wholeness looks different for everyone. We walk alongside you, helping navigate your unique path. Therapy is a collaborative relationship, built on trust & empathy. Combining your strengths & our expertise, we'll help you get to ...
Hosted by C Coulter Weaver III
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
The journey to health & wholeness looks different for everyone. We walk alongside you, helping navigate your unique path. Therapy is a collaborative relationship, built on trust & empathy. Combining your strengths & our expertise, we'll help you get to ...
Men's Emotional Health Group Therapy - Tuesday
Emotional health affects how men manage behavior and navigate social complexities, both in their personal and professional lives. Most men desire to be emotionally healthy but lack the skills and motivation to get there. We are here to help. With ...
Hosted by Michael M. Fahmy
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Emotional health affects how men manage behavior and navigate social complexities, both in their personal and professional lives. Most men desire to be emotionally healthy but lack the skills and motivation to get there. We are here to help. With ...
Sex Addiction/Problematic Sexual Behavior Group
Open group for adult men with compulsive sexual behaviors/addiction and/or legal involvement.
Hosted by Tracey E Guard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSOTP, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Open group for adult men with compulsive sexual behaviors/addiction and/or legal involvement.
Trauma Process
A process group for adults who have done trauma work and would like additional support, connection, and to share their story. Learn coping, grounding, and integration as it specifically relates to trauma along with other people who have similar life ...
Hosted by Maureen S Bethea
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
A process group for adults who have done trauma work and would like additional support, connection, and to share their story. Learn coping, grounding, and integration as it specifically relates to trauma along with other people who have similar life ...
The Corvus Center For Mental Health Services
Individualized, Effective, Evidence-Based Treatment for PTSD and Emotional Dysregulation The Corvus Center provides gold standard Evidence-Based treatments specializing in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and serving those with Depression, Anxiety and Emotional Dysregulation. We focus on specialist model of care, rather than ...
Hosted by Sarah B Mulhaul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Individualized, Effective, Evidence-Based Treatment for PTSD and Emotional Dysregulation The Corvus Center provides gold standard Evidence-Based treatments specializing in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and serving those with Depression, Anxiety and Emotional Dysregulation. We focus on specialist model of care, rather than ...
Teen Group
A process group with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) methodologies incorporated. Teens learn to identify, talk about and cope with feelings of anxiety and/or depression that comes with navigating this age. Teens will experience the empathy from others their age who ...
Hosted by Liz Mathews-Jolley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
A process group with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) methodologies incorporated. Teens learn to identify, talk about and cope with feelings of anxiety and/or depression that comes with navigating this age. Teens will experience the empathy from others their age who ...
Women's Psychotherapy Group
Are you focusing your energy on taking care of others, even at the expense of your own personal fulfillment? Are you seeking deeper connections? Are you ready to find new ways to make meaningful changes in your life? You are ...
Hosted by Cathi Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22031
Are you focusing your energy on taking care of others, even at the expense of your own personal fulfillment? Are you seeking deeper connections? Are you ready to find new ways to make meaningful changes in your life? You are ...
Have You Called Your Mother?! Women's Group
Weekly in-person process group for women with emotionally immature mothers. Did you experience emotional neglect or abuse as a child, mother’s substance use, narcissism, shame/criticism, high expectations, volatility, dismissiveness? This group is a space to explore these hurts along with ...
Hosted by Fairfax Integrative Therapy, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Weekly in-person process group for women with emotionally immature mothers. Did you experience emotional neglect or abuse as a child, mother’s substance use, narcissism, shame/criticism, high expectations, volatility, dismissiveness? This group is a space to explore these hurts along with ...
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
MBCT is a blend of Mindfulness training coupled with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This method has been researched and shown to help with depression and anxiety as well as those with chronic illnesses and/or high levels of stress. It is an ...
Hosted by Tamara Elassal
LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
MBCT is a blend of Mindfulness training coupled with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This method has been researched and shown to help with depression and anxiety as well as those with chronic illnesses and/or high levels of stress. It is an ...
HopeSpring Child & Family Clinic, LLC
Life isn't always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life's more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you ...
Hosted by Mi-Kyong Kwon
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LCPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Life isn't always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life's more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you ...
Grief Support Group (Homicide Loss Specific)
This FREE group provides a safe environment for those mourning the death of a loved one due to homicide. The group is coordinated by the Virginia Victims Assistance Network and generously funded by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. ...
Hosted by Leannah Farbotko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
This FREE group provides a safe environment for those mourning the death of a loved one due to homicide. The group is coordinated by the Virginia Victims Assistance Network and generously funded by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. ...
Virtual Teen Girls Support Group
This group provides adolescent girls with the opportunity to share their experiences, receive support, and learn new skills in a safe and supportive environment. Topics include: emotion regulation, managing stress, social/peer pressure, self awareness and self esteem, healthy friendships and ...
Hosted by Stephanie Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
This group provides adolescent girls with the opportunity to share their experiences, receive support, and learn new skills in a safe and supportive environment. Topics include: emotion regulation, managing stress, social/peer pressure, self awareness and self esteem, healthy friendships and ...
High School & Middle School Friends Groups
HS and MS group help you build friendship and emotional intelligence that leads to success in school, sports, relationships, and becoming adult. Groups include wellness discussion and adventure based therapy. The goal of the groups is connection. Self awareness and ...
Hosted by Cabush, Paul and Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
HS and MS group help you build friendship and emotional intelligence that leads to success in school, sports, relationships, and becoming adult. Groups include wellness discussion and adventure based therapy. The goal of the groups is connection. Self awareness and ...
ROSE Program: Postpartum Depression Prevention
The ROSE (Reach Out, Stay Strong, Essentials for Mothers of Newborns) Program: An Evidence-based Intervention to Prevent Postpartum Depression. There will be a phone consultation prior to the start of the group and post-natal individual booster session. Topics include psychoeducation ...
Hosted by Jade Tiu Rubino
Psychologist, PsyD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
The ROSE (Reach Out, Stay Strong, Essentials for Mothers of Newborns) Program: An Evidence-based Intervention to Prevent Postpartum Depression. There will be a phone consultation prior to the start of the group and post-natal individual booster session. Topics include psychoeducation ...
Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Process Group
If you identify as an adult survivor of childhood sexual assault/abuse/trauma, you might find it beneficial to join a therapy group, in which you can process your experiences in a judgment-free and safe space. This therapy group will help you ...
Hosted by Jennifer Semaan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, EdS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
If you identify as an adult survivor of childhood sexual assault/abuse/trauma, you might find it beneficial to join a therapy group, in which you can process your experiences in a judgment-free and safe space. This therapy group will help you ...
Theraputic Gay Men's Group
Looking for meaningful and authentic relationships? Seeking closer connections and support from others? Join the gay men's group - meeting weekly for support, connection, and personal growth. Tuesdays (weekly) from 8:00 -9:00 pm | $60 per session | Group size: ...
Hosted by David Paul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Looking for meaningful and authentic relationships? Seeking closer connections and support from others? Join the gay men's group - meeting weekly for support, connection, and personal growth. Tuesdays (weekly) from 8:00 -9:00 pm | $60 per session | Group size: ...
Group Therapy for Men
You feel stuck, wishing things would change but unsure of what to change, or how. Nothing you do seems to be enough to make others happy and your efforts feel unseen or unappreciated. Maybe you’re unsure of how you feel ...
Hosted by Couples Therapy at The Center for Connection
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCSW, LMFT-R, LPC-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
You feel stuck, wishing things would change but unsure of what to change, or how. Nothing you do seems to be enough to make others happy and your efforts feel unseen or unappreciated. Maybe you’re unsure of how you feel ...
Children's Social Skills Group (ages 7-11)
Our child social skills group will be led by Dr. Emily Claus and will focus primarily on providing your child with the skills that they'll need to develop and maintain healthy relationships as well as learning and developing essential life ...
Hosted by Emily Claus
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Our child social skills group will be led by Dr. Emily Claus and will focus primarily on providing your child with the skills that they'll need to develop and maintain healthy relationships as well as learning and developing essential life ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Fairfax?
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.