Finding Hope Together: Grief and Loss Support
Grief is a journey, and we're here to help you along the way. Join our grief and loss therapy group and connect with others who understand. Together, we'll navigate the challenges of loss and find strength in community and connection. ...
Grief is a journey, and we're here to help you along the way. Join our grief and loss therapy group and connect with others who understand. Together, we'll navigate the challenges of loss and find strength in community and connection. ...
Treating Trauma Collaboratively
Virtual group open to all individuals ages 18+ in the state of NY! Group will run approximately 14 weeks, holiday weeks excluded. Members will learn to examine the impact traumatic experiences have had on fundamentally shaping their brain & its ...
Hosted by SPARK Counseling
Counselor, LMHC, CCTS-I
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamburg, NY 14075
Virtual group open to all individuals ages 18+ in the state of NY! Group will run approximately 14 weeks, holiday weeks excluded. Members will learn to examine the impact traumatic experiences have had on fundamentally shaping their brain & its ...
Women's Self-Esteem Group
Self-esteem reflects a person's overall subjective emotional evaluation of his/her own worth. Individuals that have low self-esteem are not able to enjoy their full quality of life, often comparing themselves to others, worry about being judged and experience difficulty making ...
Hosted by Erin M. Moss Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, BA, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Buffalo, NY 14210
Self-esteem reflects a person's overall subjective emotional evaluation of his/her own worth. Individuals that have low self-esteem are not able to enjoy their full quality of life, often comparing themselves to others, worry about being judged and experience difficulty making ...
Tranquil Waters Counseling PLLC
Hosted by Cheri L. Dietz - Tranquil Waters Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamburg, NY 14075
Blossoming After Baby
Have you been feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed after having a baby? You are not alone. One in four birthing people experience a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder (PMAD). This psychoeducational group will help you connect with other people experiencing ...
Hosted by Danielle Stoner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Williamsville, NY 14221
Have you been feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed after having a baby? You are not alone. One in four birthing people experience a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder (PMAD). This psychoeducational group will help you connect with other people experiencing ...
Tranquil Waters Counseling PLLC
Hosted by Tara Louise Hay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamburg, NY 14075
Mindfulness for Everyday Life
NOT CURRENTLY BEING OFFERED: An 8 week workshop for children and adolescents that teaches basic mindfulness skills to improve focus and skills to manage stress and anxiety.
NOT CURRENTLY BEING OFFERED: An 8 week workshop for children and adolescents that teaches basic mindfulness skills to improve focus and skills to manage stress and anxiety.
Art Therapy
Hosted by Molly Violante
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Buffalo, NY 14209
Let's Get to the TEA, in Therapy
This group offers a 6 week curriculum revolving around teens, empowerment & advocacy. This group is for young girls to feel empowered, increase their confidence and decrease their self-doubt. We hope to create a community of empowered young women who ...
Hosted by Emily Crowley
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Seneca, NY 14224
This group offers a 6 week curriculum revolving around teens, empowerment & advocacy. This group is for young girls to feel empowered, increase their confidence and decrease their self-doubt. We hope to create a community of empowered young women who ...
Roche and Rodriguez Mental Health Counseling
Hosted by Heidi S. Rodriguez
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Williamsville, NY 14221
Train Your Emotions
A unique 6 hour, psycho-educational program for adults. Become emotionally fit. Learn how to better understand and manage your emotional life, become a more effective communicator. Master active and reflective listening and assertiveness training. 100% of graduates recommend the class ...
Hosted by Shari Delisle
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamburg, NY 14075
A unique 6 hour, psycho-educational program for adults. Become emotionally fit. Learn how to better understand and manage your emotional life, become a more effective communicator. Master active and reflective listening and assertiveness training. 100% of graduates recommend the class ...
Positive Parenting
Positive Parenting is a solution-focused group therapy designed to meet adults where they are at. We will offer insights and healthy dialogue, with immediate action items. Next group therapy starting beginning of June, 2024.
Hosted by Willow Grove Counseling, LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdM
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cheektowaga, NY 14215
Positive Parenting is a solution-focused group therapy designed to meet adults where they are at. We will offer insights and healthy dialogue, with immediate action items. Next group therapy starting beginning of June, 2024.
Tranquil Waters Counseling
Hosted by Jason Agnello
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, CSCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamburg, NY 14075
Tranquil Waters Counseling PLLC
Hosted by Lynda M Battaglia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamburg, NY 14075
Adapt Psychiatry
Hosted by Robert Miljour
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, NP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Buffalo, NY 14219
Learning to Love Your Partner Better!
Using the Enneagram to understand and communicate with each other better in order to create a more loving and lasting relationship.
Hosted by Wendy B. Pegan, LMHC, PC
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Amherst, NY 14051
Using the Enneagram to understand and communicate with each other better in order to create a more loving and lasting relationship.
Queen City Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
Queen City Counseling offers personalized therapy in which individuals can build insight and develop skills to thrive.
Queen City Counseling offers personalized therapy in which individuals can build insight and develop skills to thrive.
Here 1.0: Creating anEveryday Mindfulness Tool Kit
Learn meditation, breathing and embodiment tools for everyday mindfulness and personal and professional success and fulfillment.
Hosted by Rebecca Strong
Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, EMDR, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Aurora, NY 14052
Learn meditation, breathing and embodiment tools for everyday mindfulness and personal and professional success and fulfillment.
Tranquil Waters Counseling
Hosted by Kimberly A Hilliker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCM
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamburg, NY 14075
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Erie 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.