Support Groups in Portland, OR
Sexual addiction group
For individuals dealing with sexual addiction. Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist (CSAT) Candidate through the Internatiional Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals. IITAP and Dr. Patrick Carnes' "Recovery Start Kit". Utilize group therapy to deal with the complex factors involved with ...
Hosted by Caroline Gearing
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97280
For individuals dealing with sexual addiction. Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist (CSAT) Candidate through the Internatiional Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals. IITAP and Dr. Patrick Carnes' "Recovery Start Kit". Utilize group therapy to deal with the complex factors involved with ...
Adult Anxiety Group
This group is open to anyone 18 and older who struggle with any form of anxiety.
Hosted by NW Anxiety Institute, LLC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97232
This group is open to anyone 18 and older who struggle with any form of anxiety.
UpWell Psychiatry
At UpWell Psychiatry, we aim to bring the human connection back to healthcare. We are a team of PMHNPs who with strong backgrounds of clinical experience in mental health, who above all else, deeply care. We seek to partner with ...
Hosted by Shannon LaDouce
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97218
At UpWell Psychiatry, we aim to bring the human connection back to healthcare. We are a team of PMHNPs who with strong backgrounds of clinical experience in mental health, who above all else, deeply care. We seek to partner with ...
Thrive Together: Bridging Hearts Across Neurotypes
Enrolling for Fall 2024: An online, educational therapy group for neurotypical partners of late-identified Autistic and/or ADHD people. We believe neurodiversity is a good thing! And... learning later in life that your partner is neurodivergent often comes with some unique ...
Hosted by Madeline Warnick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MCoun
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97205
Enrolling for Fall 2024: An online, educational therapy group for neurotypical partners of late-identified Autistic and/or ADHD people. We believe neurodiversity is a good thing! And... learning later in life that your partner is neurodivergent often comes with some unique ...
Expressive Writing & Religious Trauma (Virtual)
This (virtual) expressive writing and support group is for you if you're seeking a safe and nurturing space to express your experiences of religious trauma and faith deconstruction through the healing power of expressive writing. Writing experience isn’t needed—only a ...
Hosted by Julie Bloom
Professional Counselor Associate , MA, NCC, PCA, LMHC-A
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97214
This (virtual) expressive writing and support group is for you if you're seeking a safe and nurturing space to express your experiences of religious trauma and faith deconstruction through the healing power of expressive writing. Writing experience isn’t needed—only a ...
Adult ADHD Group
A safe space for adults with ADHD. Explore your thoughts and feelings related to ADHD issues. Learn strategies for better life management. Receive counseling and skills development in a supportive environment.
Hosted by Shannon Mason
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97221
A safe space for adults with ADHD. Explore your thoughts and feelings related to ADHD issues. Learn strategies for better life management. Receive counseling and skills development in a supportive environment.
Support Group for Men
Hosted by Samuel Trillo
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97216
Hey Dad...!
Hey Dad ... is a 4-part group for Dads only. The conversation is led from a culturally specific lens for dads who are parenting Black & Brown children. The group will collab on: 1) examining family and personal expectations that ...
Hosted by Anchor Within Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97220
Hey Dad ... is a 4-part group for Dads only. The conversation is led from a culturally specific lens for dads who are parenting Black & Brown children. The group will collab on: 1) examining family and personal expectations that ...
Chronic Pain & Illness Group Therapy
This group will support you in building a new relationship with your pain, body, communicate boundaries, and sustain wellness. We will promote safety and connection as you discover new avenues toward pleasure and wellness when living with chronic pain and ...
Hosted by Eden Baron-Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97205
This group will support you in building a new relationship with your pain, body, communicate boundaries, and sustain wellness. We will promote safety and connection as you discover new avenues toward pleasure and wellness when living with chronic pain and ...
Perimenopause, Menopause, and Sex for Women
The issues women face with perimenopause and menopause, and physical, cognitive, emotional, and social changes with aging that influence sex. Group size is limited to ten participants. In-person with a Zoom option. Starting September 7th for six sessions.
Hosted by Kelly Rees
MBA, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97209
The issues women face with perimenopause and menopause, and physical, cognitive, emotional, and social changes with aging that influence sex. Group size is limited to ten participants. In-person with a Zoom option. Starting September 7th for six sessions.
Surviving and Thriving/ Therapy Support Group
This is a small, weekly therapy support group limited to six people. Group therapy can be an extraordinary space and opportunity to gain support, validation, and increase positive social connections with others. Please call for more information.
Hosted by Alexandra Saperstein
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97205
This is a small, weekly therapy support group limited to six people. Group therapy can be an extraordinary space and opportunity to gain support, validation, and increase positive social connections with others. Please call for more information.
Queer Teens Therapy Group
Join Full Spectrum Therapy's Queer Teens Therapy Group! A weekly in-person meet-up in SE Portland, OR for queer teens ages 12-18. Share experiences, connect, and build community. Start Date: January 10, 2024 (No sessions on federal holidays). Fees: $100-$300 per ...
Hosted by Full Spectrum Therapy LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, LAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97202
Join Full Spectrum Therapy's Queer Teens Therapy Group! A weekly in-person meet-up in SE Portland, OR for queer teens ages 12-18. Share experiences, connect, and build community. Start Date: January 10, 2024 (No sessions on federal holidays). Fees: $100-$300 per ...
Women Honoring Instincts, Senses, Experiences
WHISE: This group is for people who identify as a woman (or were socialized as a girl), and the focus of the group is on building confidence. It is my perspective that a significant part of the female experience in ...
Hosted by Brianne Copeland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97211
WHISE: This group is for people who identify as a woman (or were socialized as a girl), and the focus of the group is on building confidence. It is my perspective that a significant part of the female experience in ...
Empowered Ethical Non Monogamy
Whether you are becoming interested in ethical non-monogamy or have been practicing for a while, navigating relationships can be confusing, overwhelming and challenging. In this group we support one another in unpacking our experiences and learning healthy dynamics, in order ...
Hosted by Justine Cuthbertson (Accepting New Clients)
Clinical Social Work Associate
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97217
Whether you are becoming interested in ethical non-monogamy or have been practicing for a while, navigating relationships can be confusing, overwhelming and challenging. In this group we support one another in unpacking our experiences and learning healthy dynamics, in order ...
Struggling to Launch: Support for Young Adults
This therapy group is for young adults struggling to manage aspects of daily life including finding work, completing college, managing finances and other responsibilities. Each week we will explore another skill area, develop strategies, discuss obstacles and make a plan ...
Hosted by Ana Cragnolino
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97214
This therapy group is for young adults struggling to manage aspects of daily life including finding work, completing college, managing finances and other responsibilities. Each week we will explore another skill area, develop strategies, discuss obstacles and make a plan ...
Mid Day Mindfulness
Mindfulness based treatment of depression, anxiety, and stress reduction for adults of all ages. This small group is in a very comfortable and friendly setting conducive to building skills that improve mood, overall health and wellbeing, and extend those in ...
Hosted by David A Sangster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97203
Mindfulness based treatment of depression, anxiety, and stress reduction for adults of all ages. This small group is in a very comfortable and friendly setting conducive to building skills that improve mood, overall health and wellbeing, and extend those in ...
Recovery support, Communication, Self Compassion
A weekly 90 minute support group to process ongoing recovery.
Hosted by Jenene Belshe
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, BS, CADCII, QMHA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97202
A weekly 90 minute support group to process ongoing recovery.
Parenting Groups
I often run groups based on Connected Parenting and utilize Parenting From the Inside Out and The Whole Brain Child among others. Please contact me to find out if we have an upcoming group.
Hosted by Angie Tanyi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MPH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97219
I often run groups based on Connected Parenting and utilize Parenting From the Inside Out and The Whole Brain Child among others. Please contact me to find out if we have an upcoming group.
Dharma Book Study Group
We'll be working out of the book “In Love with the World” by Mingyur Rinpoche. The book describes Rinpoche's adventures after leaving his monastery in 2011 and also profound applications of the Buddha’s teachings - including the Tibetan bardo teachings. ...
Hosted by Thomas Fuller, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, (Ca)
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97206
We'll be working out of the book “In Love with the World” by Mingyur Rinpoche. The book describes Rinpoche's adventures after leaving his monastery in 2011 and also profound applications of the Buddha’s teachings - including the Tibetan bardo teachings. ...
Racial Trauma Support Group
This group is strictly for BIPOC individuals who have experienced racial trauma from a multicultural lens. The goal of the group is to provide support, validation, community, trauma processing, advocacy, healing, and coping mechanisms for navigating a white supremacist society. ...
Hosted by Zara Roth
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, QMHP, CADC, BS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97216
This group is strictly for BIPOC individuals who have experienced racial trauma from a multicultural lens. The goal of the group is to provide support, validation, community, trauma processing, advocacy, healing, and coping mechanisms for navigating a white supremacist society. ...
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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.