Circle of Security Parenting Series
At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. ...
Hosted by Debbie R Pridemore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMFT, LPC, EFT-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fayetteville, AR 72703
At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. ...
Fayette-Kids Counseling
Here at Fayette-Kids Counseling, we believe that early intervention is the key to addressing mental health and behavioral concerns. Our practice focuses on providing counseling and therapy to children, adolescents, and their families. We treat a wide variety of mental ...
Hosted by Amy E Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fayetteville, AR 72703
Here at Fayette-Kids Counseling, we believe that early intervention is the key to addressing mental health and behavioral concerns. Our practice focuses on providing counseling and therapy to children, adolescents, and their families. We treat a wide variety of mental ...
Sobriety Court
Currently in hiatus
Hosted by Dr. Ron Pelz
Psychologist, PsyD, MSCP, MBACert
Verified Verified
Group meets in Conway, AR 72033
Currently in hiatus
The Flip My Marriage Experience
Like "flipping" a house, I want to "FLIP YOUR MARRIAGE" giving you the tools to renovate, repair, and restore your relationship. Flip My Marriage educational resources are designed to help couples build a solid foundation and establish a secure framework ...
Hosted by Christina Hopson Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Little Rock, AR 72205
Like "flipping" a house, I want to "FLIP YOUR MARRIAGE" giving you the tools to renovate, repair, and restore your relationship. Flip My Marriage educational resources are designed to help couples build a solid foundation and establish a secure framework ...
S.A.F.E Choices (Group for Self-Harming Behaviors)
S.A.F.E. Choice® is a once a week outpatient group psychotherapy program that is offered in six-week segments. Appropriate candidates are adolescents and adults who self-injure and want to change the behavior. Group size is limited. Separate groups are offered for ...
Hosted by Angela Holloway Shakir
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rogers, AR 72758
S.A.F.E. Choice® is a once a week outpatient group psychotherapy program that is offered in six-week segments. Appropriate candidates are adolescents and adults who self-injure and want to change the behavior. Group size is limited. Separate groups are offered for ...
Anger Management
Are you ready to conquer your anger and emotional reactions? Why not start RIGHT NOW? Anger is not something to be messed around with and you deserve the time and space to heal in your own way. My fully online, ...
Hosted by The Therapy Office
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Springdale, AR 72762
Are you ready to conquer your anger and emotional reactions? Why not start RIGHT NOW? Anger is not something to be messed around with and you deserve the time and space to heal in your own way. My fully online, ...
PEERS Program
The Program for Educational Enrichment of Relationship Skills (PEERS) is an empirically supported program designed to help teens with ADHD, Autism, and social anxiety improve the skills needed to make and keep friends. The program is 12 weeks and includes ...
Hosted by Arkansas Families First, LLC
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Little Rock, AR 72116
The Program for Educational Enrichment of Relationship Skills (PEERS) is an empirically supported program designed to help teens with ADHD, Autism, and social anxiety improve the skills needed to make and keep friends. The program is 12 weeks and includes ...
Pathfinders
Pathfinders Art Therapy Group Saturday- Teens girls meet for 6 weeks exploring different art media as well exploring yourselves, your own strengths and dreams. You will have an opportunity to try out new things while sharing your ideas. Using clay, ...
Hosted by Jo Ann Kaminsky
Counselor, MEd, LPC, ATR-BC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fayetteville, AR 72701
Pathfinders Art Therapy Group Saturday- Teens girls meet for 6 weeks exploring different art media as well exploring yourselves, your own strengths and dreams. You will have an opportunity to try out new things while sharing your ideas. Using clay, ...
LGBTQ+ Issues
Our LGBTQ+ support group provides a safe and supportive space for individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ to come together and share their experiences, feelings, and challenges. We believe that through coming together and supporting each other, we can create a ...
Hosted by Jordan Chase Williams
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Little Rock, AR 72207
Our LGBTQ+ support group provides a safe and supportive space for individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ to come together and share their experiences, feelings, and challenges. We believe that through coming together and supporting each other, we can create a ...
Domestic Violence Intervention Program
Offering Domestic Violence Intervention Programs (DVIP), Substance Abuse support, Anger Management, Theft Prevention, and Co-Parenting guidance within a group setting, all grounded in evidence-based practices.
Hosted by Arkansas Counseling and Wellness Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, AADC, SAP, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Little Rock, AR 72116
Offering Domestic Violence Intervention Programs (DVIP), Substance Abuse support, Anger Management, Theft Prevention, and Co-Parenting guidance within a group setting, all grounded in evidence-based practices.
ADHD Life Hacks and Support
I know the struggles of navigating life with ADHD personally. Join me as I help you navigate the biggest frustrations and build tools to lower your stress and anxiety that may come with your ADHD. I got tired of losing ...
Hosted by Jessica derrickson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, AADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edgemont, AR 72044
I know the struggles of navigating life with ADHD personally. Join me as I help you navigate the biggest frustrations and build tools to lower your stress and anxiety that may come with your ADHD. I got tired of losing ...
Kathleen Housley, PLLC
Hosted by Kathleen Housley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADAC, MAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fayetteville, AR 72703
Chenal Family Therapy
Hosted by Michael C. Flowers
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, TA-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fayetteville, AR 72703
Chenal Family Therapy
Hosted by Kendyl Tinsley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, TAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mountain Home, AR 72653
Christian Perspective Counseling
CPC is made up of passionate followers of Jesus Christ who are not only gifted in showing compassion but are also licensed masters-level mental health practitioners. With our years of experience and heart for people, we will help you find ...
CPC is made up of passionate followers of Jesus Christ who are not only gifted in showing compassion but are also licensed masters-level mental health practitioners. With our years of experience and heart for people, we will help you find ...
Journey to Empowerment - Trauma Group
This therapy group is geared toward survivors of trauma. It is designed to help heal from trauma by identifying and managing triggers in your daily life and reconnect with your body, yourself, and others. Sharing specific details of your personal ...
Hosted by Crystal S Rofkahr
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fayetteville, AR 72701
This therapy group is geared toward survivors of trauma. It is designed to help heal from trauma by identifying and managing triggers in your daily life and reconnect with your body, yourself, and others. Sharing specific details of your personal ...
The Self-Aware Coaching Group
Are you going through a life-transition? Do you feel like life is a little messy? Or do you feel stuck? Group Coaching is a great way to kick-start your journey to self-awareness and change. A few spots are still available. ...
Hosted by Nancy S. Kay
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPC, CDWF, RN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fayetteville, AR 72703
Are you going through a life-transition? Do you feel like life is a little messy? Or do you feel stuck? Group Coaching is a great way to kick-start your journey to self-awareness and change. A few spots are still available. ...
Restored Life Counseling
Restored Life Counseling is a multi-specialty group focusing on wellness of our clients and treating mental health issues with a strengths perspective. We opened our offices in October of 2012 with one therapist, Dr. Pack, and an office manager. As ...
Hosted by Restored Life Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCSW, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Conway, AR 72034
Restored Life Counseling is a multi-specialty group focusing on wellness of our clients and treating mental health issues with a strengths perspective. We opened our offices in October of 2012 with one therapist, Dr. Pack, and an office manager. As ...
Parents of LGBTQ+ children
With so many of our children opening up about sexuality and gender identity it can leave parents with a host of unresolved feelings/ thoughts/ and destructive reactions. This process therapy group is designed to help those parents explore/ understand/ and ...
Hosted by Delee Fortson
MS, LPE-I, CADAC, DCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Little Rock, AR 72114
With so many of our children opening up about sexuality and gender identity it can leave parents with a host of unresolved feelings/ thoughts/ and destructive reactions. This process therapy group is designed to help those parents explore/ understand/ and ...
Assertiveness Training
This is a virtual place for women who struggle with anxiety, speaking up or feeling heard to come and find their voice, their fire, their confidence. I aim for you to come and build interpersonal, as well as intrapersonal skills ...
Hosted by Secoyia Key
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bentonville, AR 72712
This is a virtual place for women who struggle with anxiety, speaking up or feeling heard to come and find their voice, their fire, their confidence. I aim for you to come and build interpersonal, as well as intrapersonal skills ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Arkansas?
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.