DBTuesdays Skill Group
Like a supercharged self-improvement club where we learn valuable life skills in a fun way. Led by Stephanie Cashin- self proclaimed DBT Nerd. We will discover mindfulness, stress management, emotion control, and communication techniques. Group is all about equipping teens ...
Hosted by Stephanie Cashin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntsville, AL 35801
Like a supercharged self-improvement club where we learn valuable life skills in a fun way. Led by Stephanie Cashin- self proclaimed DBT Nerd. We will discover mindfulness, stress management, emotion control, and communication techniques. Group is all about equipping teens ...
Courage Club
Courage Club is a therapy group for elementary children struggling with peer relationships and communication/social skills. Social skills include far more than the ability to communicate with other people. Many children have trouble meeting new friends, starting a conversation, perspective ...
Hosted by Lauren Roberts Jones
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35205
Courage Club is a therapy group for elementary children struggling with peer relationships and communication/social skills. Social skills include far more than the ability to communicate with other people. Many children have trouble meeting new friends, starting a conversation, perspective ...
Anger Management
Group is for individuals with anger issues through self admittance or through the courts
Hosted by Ronald E Douglas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35203
Group is for individuals with anger issues through self admittance or through the courts
Synergy Divorce Therapy Group
The mission of Synergy Divorce Therapy Group is to develop healthy life choices that promote positive life cycle development and to eliminate negative coping mechanisms and methods that may be preventing a productive and autonomous life. We realize that divorce ...
Hosted by Dr. Jack G Weaver
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, CMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fort Payne, AL 35967
The mission of Synergy Divorce Therapy Group is to develop healthy life choices that promote positive life cycle development and to eliminate negative coping mechanisms and methods that may be preventing a productive and autonomous life. We realize that divorce ...
Survivors Health Initiative Project (SHIP)
SHIP is an intervention group offered to those suffering from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as breast and some other types of cancer, respiratory disease, arthritis, obesity, overweight condition, pre-diabetes/diabetes, hypertension, and others, to assist patients with adopting healthy lifestyle changes ...
Hosted by Dr. Carrie J. Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, ACSW, LICSW, SAP, CFMHE
Verified Verified
Group meets in Montgomery, AL 36106
SHIP is an intervention group offered to those suffering from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as breast and some other types of cancer, respiratory disease, arthritis, obesity, overweight condition, pre-diabetes/diabetes, hypertension, and others, to assist patients with adopting healthy lifestyle changes ...
Couples Relationship Enrichment Workshop
Our 10-week virtual skill-building workshop offers you the unique opportunity to identify your relationship strength and growth areas, build community with other couples, and discover ways to create the relationship you want. Beginning with a customized relationship assessment, we will ...
Hosted by Krystal Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S, PIP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hoover, AL 35226
Our 10-week virtual skill-building workshop offers you the unique opportunity to identify your relationship strength and growth areas, build community with other couples, and discover ways to create the relationship you want. Beginning with a customized relationship assessment, we will ...
Yoga Assisted Therapy
Yoga Assisted Group Therapy is a once per week, 2 ½ hour therapy group combining yoga, relaxation, meditation and group processing. The group is designed around the concepts of wholeness and balance. Stress and tension are (unfortunately) part of our ...
Hosted by David S Kantra
Psychologist, PsyD, CMMT, RYT-500
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairhope, AL 36532
Yoga Assisted Group Therapy is a once per week, 2 ½ hour therapy group combining yoga, relaxation, meditation and group processing. The group is designed around the concepts of wholeness and balance. Stress and tension are (unfortunately) part of our ...
Managing Anxiety Together
Coming again in Sept. 2024......Come join us .....as we gain tools for managing anxiety, increase our understanding of the brain/body connection, and relate to others who also experience anxiety. This will be a combination psychoeducational and process group running for ...
Coming again in Sept. 2024......Come join us .....as we gain tools for managing anxiety, increase our understanding of the brain/body connection, and relate to others who also experience anxiety. This will be a combination psychoeducational and process group running for ...
Calm Connections Anger Management Program
This program offers a transformative journey towards inner peace and emotional balance. Designed for individuals seeking to understand and manage their anger more effectively, this program provides a supportive environment where participants can explore the root causes of their anger ...
Hosted by Robert Boyd Roberts
Counselor, MA, ALC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35215
This program offers a transformative journey towards inner peace and emotional balance. Designed for individuals seeking to understand and manage their anger more effectively, this program provides a supportive environment where participants can explore the root causes of their anger ...
Sliding Scale and Free counseling for individuals and couples.
LGBT+ Adult Group
A safe space for you to be yourself. Please email us for more information, time and location.
Hosted by Amanda Dickey
Counselor, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Enterprise, AL 36330
A safe space for you to be yourself. Please email us for more information, time and location.
Recovery Support
Support for those recovering from any form of addiction.
Hosted by Barbara Powell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S, PIP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Meridianville, AL 35759
Support for those recovering from any form of addiction.
Step by Step Advanced Relapse Prevention Group
This is for people who are pursuing sobriety and want help in addition to their recovery program of choice. We go through 9 different topics relating to emotional sobriety and maintaining chemical sobriety. Building Community is critical to maintaining sobriety, ...
Hosted by Maggie Banger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hoover, AL 35226
This is for people who are pursuing sobriety and want help in addition to their recovery program of choice. We go through 9 different topics relating to emotional sobriety and maintaining chemical sobriety. Building Community is critical to maintaining sobriety, ...
Therapy 365 "Life Group"
Therapy 365 is a part of the A Touch of Peace Counseling services. We have developed groups that address current society issues. The fall line-up consist of groups that address blinded family issues, adjusting to college life, male adolescences issues, ...
Hosted by A Touch of Peace Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntsville, AL 35805
Therapy 365 is a part of the A Touch of Peace Counseling services. We have developed groups that address current society issues. The fall line-up consist of groups that address blinded family issues, adjusting to college life, male adolescences issues, ...
Social Work Supervision
I provide social work supervision to individuals and groups. I am interested in starting of group of four individuals who are interested in obtaining their LBSW.
Hosted by LaTasha Toney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Trussville, AL 35173
I provide social work supervision to individuals and groups. I am interested in starting of group of four individuals who are interested in obtaining their LBSW.
(ADHD) Awesome Development & Happiness Discussion
(ADHD) Awesome Development & Happiness Discussion is a in person closed group for adults with ADHD. In group we will meet once a week for 8 weeks. In group we will discuss time management, executive dysfunctioning, coping with ADHD and ...
(ADHD) Awesome Development & Happiness Discussion is a in person closed group for adults with ADHD. In group we will meet once a week for 8 weeks. In group we will discuss time management, executive dysfunctioning, coping with ADHD and ...
Freedom Lies in You (FLY)
Recent data indicate that roughly 1 in 5 veterans experience mental health issues. Group practice owner Matt McKenzie's dad (John L.) was a former U.S. Marine and Hoover fireman who tragically passed away in 2020. We know all too well ...
Hosted by McKenzie Strategies LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hoover, AL 35244
Recent data indicate that roughly 1 in 5 veterans experience mental health issues. Group practice owner Matt McKenzie's dad (John L.) was a former U.S. Marine and Hoover fireman who tragically passed away in 2020. We know all too well ...
Intuitive Eating To Transform Body, Mind & Food
This group is to repair your relationship with food, yourself and your body. It is an evidenced based treatment to combat eating disorders and disordered eating. It is a 10 week group. It is self-pay. You are GIFTED 3 yoga ...
Hosted by Sara Nielsen - Online Disordered Eating Treatment
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Group meets in Double Springs, AL 35553
This group is to repair your relationship with food, yourself and your body. It is an evidenced based treatment to combat eating disorders and disordered eating. It is a 10 week group. It is self-pay. You are GIFTED 3 yoga ...
Active Parenting
Provides active parenting supporting, tools, and techniques to individuals, couples, and facilitators seeking help with relationship dynamics and/or behavioral issues with children within their care.
Hosted by Rhonda Niemeyer
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, AL 35757
Provides active parenting supporting, tools, and techniques to individuals, couples, and facilitators seeking help with relationship dynamics and/or behavioral issues with children within their care.
Skills Training Class
Have a life worth living!! Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), we teach skills in four areas: Mindfulness (being present in the moment), Emotional Regulation (learning to manage your emotions), Interpersonal Effectiveness (learning to ask for what you want or put ...
Hosted by Maggie Minsk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC, NCC, CI, CCMC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, AL 35758
Have a life worth living!! Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), we teach skills in four areas: Mindfulness (being present in the moment), Emotional Regulation (learning to manage your emotions), Interpersonal Effectiveness (learning to ask for what you want or put ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Alabama?
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.