Motherless Daughters Support group
There’s no right or wrong amount of time to grieve the passing of your mother. Sometimes, these feelings can rush back years after your loss causing a continuous void. No matter the kind of relationship you had, losing your mother ...
Hosted by Marlo Whitson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Phoenix, AZ 85044
There’s no right or wrong amount of time to grieve the passing of your mother. Sometimes, these feelings can rush back years after your loss causing a continuous void. No matter the kind of relationship you had, losing your mother ...
Re- Authoring Your Identity
Navigating multiple cultural and ethnic identities can be confusing, challenging and isolating at times. If you struggle to understand your personal identity and experience in relation to external perspectives and expectations on who you are or who you “should” be, ...
Hosted by Jade Rice
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Tempe, AZ 85283
Navigating multiple cultural and ethnic identities can be confusing, challenging and isolating at times. If you struggle to understand your personal identity and experience in relation to external perspectives and expectations on who you are or who you “should” be, ...
Neurodivergent Adult Encounter Group
Have you struggled with relationships and making new connections? Do you experience social anxiety or have difficulty adapting to change and transitions? The Neurodivergent Adult Encounter Group is an opportunity to talk about these challenges and gain support from your ...
Have you struggled with relationships and making new connections? Do you experience social anxiety or have difficulty adapting to change and transitions? The Neurodivergent Adult Encounter Group is an opportunity to talk about these challenges and gain support from your ...
Pre-teen Coping Skills Group
Ages 9-11yrs old. 50 minute session. $40/session, must pay for full group ahead of time. Runs for 6 weeks.
Ages 9-11yrs old. 50 minute session. $40/session, must pay for full group ahead of time. Runs for 6 weeks.
For Professionals - Learn the therapeutic method of Psychodrama
Dual Diagnosis for Adults
Core Recovery provides Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs for Dual Diagnosis. The group provides the patient with evidence based treatment that guides them in coping with mental health and/or substance use issues and provides strategies necessary to increase their ...
Core Recovery provides Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs for Dual Diagnosis. The group provides the patient with evidence based treatment that guides them in coping with mental health and/or substance use issues and provides strategies necessary to increase their ...
Experiential Support
This is a group designed for those in their 20's, 30's and 40's, and of whom have been sober and in active recovery from addiction for a period of 3 to 12 months.
Hosted by Arizona Addiction Recovery Center
Treatment Center, Detox, RTC, PHP, IOP , OP
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Scottsdale, AZ 85258
This is a group designed for those in their 20's, 30's and 40's, and of whom have been sober and in active recovery from addiction for a period of 3 to 12 months.
Cognitive Restructuring
Hosted by Meagan MacCleary
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chandler, AZ 85224
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills Training Gro
*NOT CURRENTLY ACTIVE* Based on Linehan's DBT model. Accelerated 6 week course per module. Group is structured to teach healthy coping skills for people struggling with intense emotions, anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, and/or interpersonal issues. Participants learn the skills of ...
*NOT CURRENTLY ACTIVE* Based on Linehan's DBT model. Accelerated 6 week course per module. Group is structured to teach healthy coping skills for people struggling with intense emotions, anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, and/or interpersonal issues. Participants learn the skills of ...
Divorce/Separation/Relationship Endings
Co-ed drop-in, open-ended support group for people dealing with the pain of divorce/separation/relati onship endings. This group has been on-going for many years and provides consistent, supportive held for anyone experiencing the end of a significant relationship. I co-facilitate this ...
Hosted by Judith McHale
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Phoenix, AZ 85018
Co-ed drop-in, open-ended support group for people dealing with the pain of divorce/separation/relati onship endings. This group has been on-going for many years and provides consistent, supportive held for anyone experiencing the end of a significant relationship. I co-facilitate this ...
Balance - A Group for Mothers
Balance is a community of mothers who navigate the contemporary challenges women face today. Our goals are to foster personal growth, strengthen interpersonal relationships, and connect with one another.
Balance is a community of mothers who navigate the contemporary challenges women face today. Our goals are to foster personal growth, strengthen interpersonal relationships, and connect with one another.
Interception Counseling Services
At Interception Counseling Services, our team of compassionate and experienced counselors specializes in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship challenges, self-esteem, grief and loss, and parenting difficulties. Our skilled therapists offer evidence-based ...
Hosted by George Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Tucson, AZ 85711
At Interception Counseling Services, our team of compassionate and experienced counselors specializes in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship challenges, self-esteem, grief and loss, and parenting difficulties. Our skilled therapists offer evidence-based ...
Success in Sobriety
A group specially designed for young adults new in recovery who are seeking to make the most out of their newly sober lives - (i.e., career, education, enjoyment, social/relationships, etc.)...NO COST!
Hosted by Scottsdale Recovery Center
Treatment Center, Detox, RTC, PHP, IOP, MAT
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Scottsdale, AZ 85258
A group specially designed for young adults new in recovery who are seeking to make the most out of their newly sober lives - (i.e., career, education, enjoyment, social/relationships, etc.)...NO COST!
Peacock Mental Health
We believe everyone deserves high-quality care which affirms and celebrates who you are. With our practitioners and team, you and/or your child are safe to be your/their full self, even if you are still discovering what that means. All genders, ...
Hosted by Az del Pino
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Tucson, AZ 85712
We believe everyone deserves high-quality care which affirms and celebrates who you are. With our practitioners and team, you and/or your child are safe to be your/their full self, even if you are still discovering what that means. All genders, ...
16-20 year old transitional group
Then and Now will be offerings a young adult group addressing difficulties of transitioning into adulthood. This group will work on understanding mental health, communication skills, and developing coping skills. The group is open will be on Wednesdays from 5 ...
Hosted by Then & Now
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC, PMHMP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Surprise, AZ 85374
Then and Now will be offerings a young adult group addressing difficulties of transitioning into adulthood. This group will work on understanding mental health, communication skills, and developing coping skills. The group is open will be on Wednesdays from 5 ...
Women's Empowerment Group - Tucson & Green Valley
F.R.E.E. is a women's support group that focuses on freedom, restoration, empowerment and edification. We meet 2x a month on Monday's from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. The foundation is Biblically Based and Christ Centered. We welcome women that are looking to ...
Hosted by Lutissua Ballard
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Green Valley, AZ 85622
F.R.E.E. is a women's support group that focuses on freedom, restoration, empowerment and edification. We meet 2x a month on Monday's from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. The foundation is Biblically Based and Christ Centered. We welcome women that are looking to ...
Path to Freedom from Sexual Addiction
The Path to Freedom Program is an evidence-supported men's group for those struggling to overcome sexually compulsive behaviors. This program explores the roots of these unwanted behaviors as well as providing strategies to stop them from moving forward. It is ...
Hosted by Troy Love
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Yuma, AZ 85364
The Path to Freedom Program is an evidence-supported men's group for those struggling to overcome sexually compulsive behaviors. This program explores the roots of these unwanted behaviors as well as providing strategies to stop them from moving forward. It is ...
Serene Mind Counseling
We believe that every persons journey is unique, and we are committed to providing personalized care that addresses your specific needs. Out therapists prioritize building a strong therapeutic alliance and creating a collaborative partnership with you. We respect your values, ...
Hosted by Serene Mind Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mesa, AZ 85209
We believe that every persons journey is unique, and we are committed to providing personalized care that addresses your specific needs. Out therapists prioritize building a strong therapeutic alliance and creating a collaborative partnership with you. We respect your values, ...
Trauma Recovery; Mending The Soul; Children's
Children's social skills group provides a venue where children can gain coping skills, anger management, relationship building skills. Children's group that focuses on divorce recovery that is developmentally appropriate. Mending the Soul is a faith based trauma processing group that ...
Hosted by Mending Hearts Family Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Glendale, AZ 85308
Children's social skills group provides a venue where children can gain coping skills, anger management, relationship building skills. Children's group that focuses on divorce recovery that is developmentally appropriate. Mending the Soul is a faith based trauma processing group that ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Arizona?
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.