Men's Group: Reconnecting & Restoring the True You
Our passion is supporting adults, adolescents and young adults with group opportunities to recover from mental distress and sociocultural pressures. Our group empowers individuals while compassionately identifying areas of challenge and navigating the healing experience. Together your unique journey joins ...
Hosted by Jason R Saltarelli
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kennett Square, PA 19348
Our passion is supporting adults, adolescents and young adults with group opportunities to recover from mental distress and sociocultural pressures. Our group empowers individuals while compassionately identifying areas of challenge and navigating the healing experience. Together your unique journey joins ...
Middle School Self-Esteem Group
I run a Self-Esteem Group for middle school girls. In this group, the focus is on: increasing self confidence and self awareness, learning coping skills to manage stress, enhancing social/communication skills and identify and discussing personal values and strengths. In ...
Hosted by Lauren Mosback
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Paoli, PA 19301
I run a Self-Esteem Group for middle school girls. In this group, the focus is on: increasing self confidence and self awareness, learning coping skills to manage stress, enhancing social/communication skills and identify and discussing personal values and strengths. In ...
FADE: Finding Authenticity & Dropping Expectations
FADE is a space for women and non-binary folx (age 20-40) to connect & grow confidence in themselves and their own unique life path. We will work to identify your own interests and needs underneath society and other people's expectations ...
Hosted by Callie Fraser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Chester, PA 19380
FADE is a space for women and non-binary folx (age 20-40) to connect & grow confidence in themselves and their own unique life path. We will work to identify your own interests and needs underneath society and other people's expectations ...
LPC Supervision groups
New clinicians seeking to gain their LPC, will be provided group supervision opportunities as available.
Hosted by Bent Mountain Springs Counseling, LLC Keisha Vuong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LPCMH, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chester Springs, PA 19425
New clinicians seeking to gain their LPC, will be provided group supervision opportunities as available.
Addiciton & Psychological Therapy, Inc.
Addiction & Psychological Therapy is primarily a mental health outpatient program with a drug and alcohol component. We provide multiple therapists who accept a wide variety of insurance. The therapist treat most mental health disorders ranging from: ADD, OCD, Separation ...
Hosted by Addiction & Psychological Therapy, Inc.
Psychologist, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Chester, PA 19382
Addiction & Psychological Therapy is primarily a mental health outpatient program with a drug and alcohol component. We provide multiple therapists who accept a wide variety of insurance. The therapist treat most mental health disorders ranging from: ADD, OCD, Separation ...
CBT Anxiety Group
This group focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for adults with anxiety issues.
Hosted by Paoli Psychological Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Paoli, PA 19301
This group focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for adults with anxiety issues.
Adult Anxiety and OCD Support Group for COVID-19
This is a free support group which will be held to help those with anxiety manage their symptoms as our world deals with the COVID-19 pandemic. The Tuesday at 4pm group will be for adults and held using Zoom - ...
Hosted by James T. Chok
Psychologist, PhD, BCBA-D
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Chester, PA 19382
This is a free support group which will be held to help those with anxiety manage their symptoms as our world deals with the COVID-19 pandemic. The Tuesday at 4pm group will be for adults and held using Zoom - ...
Expressive/Wellness Series
We facilitate a 6-session wellness series that utilizes creativity to help rejuvenate your group's mood and thought processes (group size 10-25).
Hosted by Donna Radl
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Malvern, PA 19355
We facilitate a 6-session wellness series that utilizes creativity to help rejuvenate your group's mood and thought processes (group size 10-25).
Been There Done That Going There Peer Consultation
FREE evolving monthly gathering for licensed and pre-licensed therapists. Your experience counts whether you're new or seasoned in this field. Share insights/opinions or ask/answer questions about cases in a confidential, nonjudgmental, private home-office setting. Where there aren't pressing cases to ...
Hosted by Jennifer Erickson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Glenmoore, PA 19343
FREE evolving monthly gathering for licensed and pre-licensed therapists. Your experience counts whether you're new or seasoned in this field. Share insights/opinions or ask/answer questions about cases in a confidential, nonjudgmental, private home-office setting. Where there aren't pressing cases to ...
Drug and Alcohol
Hosted by Pathway Counseling Services West Chester PA
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Chester, PA 19382
The Relationship Workshop
Workshop in class format meeting virtually on Saturdays at 12 pm - 1pm EST. People who attend this group will want to have more success in relationships and understand their patterns of interacting with people in romantic partnerships, friendships, and ...
Hosted by Julia Veser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Malvern, PA 19355
Workshop in class format meeting virtually on Saturdays at 12 pm - 1pm EST. People who attend this group will want to have more success in relationships and understand their patterns of interacting with people in romantic partnerships, friendships, and ...
Contemporary Counseling Solutions, LLC
Individualize treatment for you or your family member. Clinicians provide evidence-based strategies to assist in increasing your personal well-being. (Adults, Children, Adolescents, Couples)
Hosted by Aimee Stiefel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LBS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Chester, PA 19382
Individualize treatment for you or your family member. Clinicians provide evidence-based strategies to assist in increasing your personal well-being. (Adults, Children, Adolescents, Couples)
Clinical Supervision
I'm looking to start a clinical supervision group for those pursuing LCSW/LPC licensure in PA to start in January 2022. I have over 50 hours of training and 7 years experience providing supervision to students pursing Master degrees or those ...
I'm looking to start a clinical supervision group for those pursuing LCSW/LPC licensure in PA to start in January 2022. I have over 50 hours of training and 7 years experience providing supervision to students pursing Master degrees or those ...
Healing Circle for Women of Narcissistic Abuse
A sacred space crafted exclusively for resilient women navigating the path of healing from narcissistic abuse relationships. Our support group extends a warm embrace to those who have endured the complexities of toxic connections with partners, spouses, parents, and siblings.
Hosted by Lori Valentino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Exton, PA 19341
A sacred space crafted exclusively for resilient women navigating the path of healing from narcissistic abuse relationships. Our support group extends a warm embrace to those who have endured the complexities of toxic connections with partners, spouses, parents, and siblings.
Bloom Behavioral Health
Bloom Behavioral Health provides essential and life-sustaining healthcare. We are welcoming new clients.
Hosted by Benjamin Lasner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chester Springs, PA 19425
Bloom Behavioral Health provides essential and life-sustaining healthcare. We are welcoming new clients.
Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families
Hosted by Lori J Budman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, CP/PAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Exton, PA 19341
Chronic Illness, Pain, & Disability Group
This group focuses on empowering, encouraging, and processing through the dynamic challenges of living with a chronic condition. Our therapy group recognizes the importance of addressing not only the physical aspects of your condition but also the emotional and psychological ...
Hosted by Samantha Ambrico-Custer
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Chester, PA 19382
This group focuses on empowering, encouraging, and processing through the dynamic challenges of living with a chronic condition. Our therapy group recognizes the importance of addressing not only the physical aspects of your condition but also the emotional and psychological ...
Support for Parents (Virtual and HIPPA complaint)
This support group is designed for parents/ caretakers of teens who struggle with mental health, gender identity, drug, and alcohol use, and more. You want the best for your children but sometimes it is difficult knowing what to do, how ...
Hosted by Heidi Byers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Malvern, PA 19355
This support group is designed for parents/ caretakers of teens who struggle with mental health, gender identity, drug, and alcohol use, and more. You want the best for your children but sometimes it is difficult knowing what to do, how ...
Primary Mental Health IOP
ETHOS Offers Primary Mental Health IOP Groups for both Adults and Adolescents. Groups are run in person, however hybrid and/or tele-health capabilities are available as needed.
ETHOS Offers Primary Mental Health IOP Groups for both Adults and Adolescents. Groups are run in person, however hybrid and/or tele-health capabilities are available as needed.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Chester County?
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.