Loving Someone With An Addiction
This workshop is designed to help parents, significant others, family members and/or friends learn how to reach out for help, develop coping strategies and detach with love if necessary. During this time group support will be encouraged to help one ...
Hosted by Nina R Aniskevich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Trappe, PA 19426
This workshop is designed to help parents, significant others, family members and/or friends learn how to reach out for help, develop coping strategies and detach with love if necessary. During this time group support will be encouraged to help one ...
DBT Adult Skills Training
Adult skills training group aims to transfer to clients concrete coping skills to assist them in managing strong feelings without responding to them in negative ways. The group varies between 4 to 8 men and women in size and covers ...
Adult skills training group aims to transfer to clients concrete coping skills to assist them in managing strong feelings without responding to them in negative ways. The group varies between 4 to 8 men and women in size and covers ...
Gwynedd Psychological Services
We believe in fostering your personal growth and change despite any obstacles you might encounter. We will help you realize your inherent strengths; such as, encouraging parents to feel competent in their parenting strategies; guiding children and teens to respect ...
Hosted by Goldman Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ambler, PA 19002
We believe in fostering your personal growth and change despite any obstacles you might encounter. We will help you realize your inherent strengths; such as, encouraging parents to feel competent in their parenting strategies; guiding children and teens to respect ...
Infertility Group
The family planning journey is a lonely, confusing and physically and emotionally demanding path to go down. This group is geared towards individuals working through the fertility journey, both the person receiving the treatment and support people. This group will ...
Hosted by Alexandra R Darion
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
The family planning journey is a lonely, confusing and physically and emotionally demanding path to go down. This group is geared towards individuals working through the fertility journey, both the person receiving the treatment and support people. This group will ...
Parenting Teens and Tweens
Are you struggling with your preteen or teen and feeling at a loss with how to parent them? Do you long for more connection with your child, but feel shut out? Do you worry about their well-being and choices they ...
Hosted by Debbie Tannenbaum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wynnewood, PA 19096
Are you struggling with your preteen or teen and feeling at a loss with how to parent them? Do you long for more connection with your child, but feel shut out? Do you worry about their well-being and choices they ...
Clinical Supervision for Pennsylvania LCSW
For Pennsylvania social workers in healthcare-related fields ready to seek clinical licensure, I offer virtual group supervision. I know beginning work toward your LCSW is a big decision and a financial commitment. We will work together on a plan to ...
Hosted by Emily Browning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACHP-SW, MDiv, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fort Washington, PA 19034
For Pennsylvania social workers in healthcare-related fields ready to seek clinical licensure, I offer virtual group supervision. I know beginning work toward your LCSW is a big decision and a financial commitment. We will work together on a plan to ...
Young Adult Life Transitions Group
This is a process group for young adults ages 17-24 who are dealing with concerns related to adjusting to independent adult life. This will be both a therapeutic and educational group where topics may include: career choices, education, goal achievement, ...
Hosted by Lisa Resnick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdM, LPC, CHHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Narberth, PA 19072
This is a process group for young adults ages 17-24 who are dealing with concerns related to adjusting to independent adult life. This will be both a therapeutic and educational group where topics may include: career choices, education, goal achievement, ...
Women's Trauma Group
A 16 week long healing journey that provides: *Decreased sense of isolation *Decrease in shame and stigmatization that comes with trauma *The opportunity to support others while being supported by them. For Women, Femme, and Female identifying people between the ...
Hosted by Antonietta Delli Carpini
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RDT
Verified Verified
Group meets in King Of Prussia, PA 19406
A 16 week long healing journey that provides: *Decreased sense of isolation *Decrease in shame and stigmatization that comes with trauma *The opportunity to support others while being supported by them. For Women, Femme, and Female identifying people between the ...
Group Therapy for Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Starting an ongoing group for SURVIVORS BECOMING THRIVERS. Interpersonal group where safety allows group members to follow their healing journey with the support of fellow members and an experienced group leader. Each group allows for everyone to check in and ...
Starting an ongoing group for SURVIVORS BECOMING THRIVERS. Interpersonal group where safety allows group members to follow their healing journey with the support of fellow members and an experienced group leader. Each group allows for everyone to check in and ...
Grief and Bereavement Support Group
If you are an adult who is grieving the loss of a loved one, find connection and healing here, one moment at a time. On the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month join grief specialist, Cheyenne Tassa, LCSW, and ...
Hosted by Main Line Counseling & Wellness Center, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Haverford, PA 19041
If you are an adult who is grieving the loss of a loved one, find connection and healing here, one moment at a time. On the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month join grief specialist, Cheyenne Tassa, LCSW, and ...
ADHD/ASD Treatment Professionals
This group is devoted to professionals specializing in the treatment/coaching of children and teens with ADHD and high functioning ASD. It serves to alert clinicians to evidence based treatment programs and effective tools to help improve the emotional and social ...
Hosted by Steven Richfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
This group is devoted to professionals specializing in the treatment/coaching of children and teens with ADHD and high functioning ASD. It serves to alert clinicians to evidence based treatment programs and effective tools to help improve the emotional and social ...
Young Adult Women Support Group
We are excited to announce a new group facilitated by our amazingly talented therapist Sarah! The group is 6 weeks long where you will connect with peers while exploring topics like: mental health and well-being, changing friendships, identity exploration, initiate ...
Hosted by Jennifer Watson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Blue Bell, PA 19422
We are excited to announce a new group facilitated by our amazingly talented therapist Sarah! The group is 6 weeks long where you will connect with peers while exploring topics like: mental health and well-being, changing friendships, identity exploration, initiate ...
Ethos Treatment Intensive Outpatient
The Primary Alcohol Group is committed to help persons struggling with substance abuse and the transition back to their normal routine while steering clear of substances that have negatively impacted their lives. Clients learn about their triggers and develop strategies ...
Hosted by Tom Connell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
The Primary Alcohol Group is committed to help persons struggling with substance abuse and the transition back to their normal routine while steering clear of substances that have negatively impacted their lives. Clients learn about their triggers and develop strategies ...
Anger Management
When anger has taken too much from you and it's time to find a new way to understand and communicate your needs.
Hosted by PeaceTree Counseling & Consulting
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in King Of Prussia, PA 19406
When anger has taken too much from you and it's time to find a new way to understand and communicate your needs.
Marital Education Workshop
The PREP (Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program) workshop will help couples deepen their friendship, add romance/passion to their marrige, learn to problem-solve more effectively, learn to talk more and fight less, and raise amount of fun in their relationship. The ...
Hosted by Psychology & Counseling Associates, P.C.
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Pottstown, PA 19464
The PREP (Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program) workshop will help couples deepen their friendship, add romance/passion to their marrige, learn to problem-solve more effectively, learn to talk more and fight less, and raise amount of fun in their relationship. The ...
Divorcing Parents Group
I offer groups for parents going through divorce. Topics include parenting children of various ages during divorce, co-parenting, court involvement, grief, self-discovery, dating, and self-care. Participants will connect with and support other parents having similar experiences, while also learning valuable ...
I offer groups for parents going through divorce. Topics include parenting children of various ages during divorce, co-parenting, court involvement, grief, self-discovery, dating, and self-care. Participants will connect with and support other parents having similar experiences, while also learning valuable ...
Perfectionism & High-Funtioning Anxiety Group
This group is intended for adults experiencing anxiety/ distress around (over)achievement, high-performance expectations, and perfectionism. We will meet on Monday evenings, exact time TBD
Hosted by Jed Baronia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in King Of Prussia, PA 19406
This group is intended for adults experiencing anxiety/ distress around (over)achievement, high-performance expectations, and perfectionism. We will meet on Monday evenings, exact time TBD
Primary Substance Abuse IOP
ETHOS Offers Primary Substance Abuse IOP Groups for both Adults and Adolescents. Adult Groups are available both daytime and evening, while Adolescent groups are run late afternoon. Groups are run in person, however hybrid/tele-health capabilities are offered where needed.
ETHOS Offers Primary Substance Abuse IOP Groups for both Adults and Adolescents. Adult Groups are available both daytime and evening, while Adolescent groups are run late afternoon. Groups are run in person, however hybrid/tele-health capabilities are offered where needed.
Teen Processing Group
Are you a teenager? Or have a teenager struggling to regulate their emotions? This group is designed to support teens in exploring their emotions and learning how to regulate them. We will explore stressors and how to better manage them ...
Hosted by Eva Light
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Are you a teenager? Or have a teenager struggling to regulate their emotions? This group is designed to support teens in exploring their emotions and learning how to regulate them. We will explore stressors and how to better manage them ...
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
This group provides a structured supportive environment that includes individual therapy, group process and psychoeducation on substance abuse, mental health, relapse prevention, coping skills, distress tolerance, family issues, healthy relationships, stress management, healthy boundaries, effective communication, and emotional regulation. Family ...
Hosted by Montco Recovery Center
Treatment Center, LCSW, CAADC
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Colmar, PA 18915
This group provides a structured supportive environment that includes individual therapy, group process and psychoeducation on substance abuse, mental health, relapse prevention, coping skills, distress tolerance, family issues, healthy relationships, stress management, healthy boundaries, effective communication, and emotional regulation. Family ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Montgomery 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.