Money and Soul
Money and Soul is an interactive group addressing financial problems and issues. Limited to 10 participants so everyone is supported and has an opportunity to share as needed. On going two month group. Group is part lecture/exercises/discuss ion/therapy.
Have been conducting ...
Hosted by Thomas Conte Manheim
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Solana Beach, CA 92075
Money and Soul is an interactive group addressing financial problems and issues. Limited to 10 participants so everyone is supported and has an opportunity to share as needed. On going two month group. Group is part lecture/exercises/discuss ion/therapy.
Have been conducting ...
Intended Parents Group
Individuals or couples who are going through IVF and the surrogacy process in order to create their family have unique stressors and pregnancy journeys. This group is intended to help support these individuals or couples who are experiencing a very ...
Hosted by Denise Grundland
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Del Mar, CA 92014
Individuals or couples who are going through IVF and the surrogacy process in order to create their family have unique stressors and pregnancy journeys. This group is intended to help support these individuals or couples who are experiencing a very ...
Grief & Loss Support Group
An open support group bi-weekly for those experiencing loss and in the grieving process.
Hosted by Whitney Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in La Mesa, CA 91942
An open support group bi-weekly for those experiencing loss and in the grieving process.
Violent Loss Support Group-Restorative Retelling
This is a 10 week, 2 hour a week therapy group, that is modeled after the Research based Model of Dr. Ted Rynearson called "Restorative Retelling". This group is a closed group that is proven very effective to help with ...
Hosted by Tammy Carter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
This is a 10 week, 2 hour a week therapy group, that is modeled after the Research based Model of Dr. Ted Rynearson called "Restorative Retelling". This group is a closed group that is proven very effective to help with ...
Social Skills for Young Adults: Autistim Spectrum
Young adults with a diagnosis of ASD frequently possess the academic skills and innate intelligence to succeed in college. Unfortunately, deficits in social skills can make their experience in a new social setting miserable! If someone you know struggles with ...
Young adults with a diagnosis of ASD frequently possess the academic skills and innate intelligence to succeed in college. Unfortunately, deficits in social skills can make their experience in a new social setting miserable! If someone you know struggles with ...
Support for Parents: Challenges of Adolescence
This group was created to support parents/caregivers with children ages 12-18. When your child is experiencing depression, self-harm, substance use, etc. it can feel overwhelming and isolating. I aim to provide a space for caregivers to process their feelings, build ...
Hosted by Coryll Walsh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Carlsbad, CA 92008
This group was created to support parents/caregivers with children ages 12-18. When your child is experiencing depression, self-harm, substance use, etc. it can feel overwhelming and isolating. I aim to provide a space for caregivers to process their feelings, build ...
Psychotherapists Group
Hosted by Stephanie Nigh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92109
Co-Dependency Group meets starting on October 14th
We will meet at SOL from 10-11:30. Please call me at 858-349-9018 to ensure space or email me at julie@solcounselingandwel lness.org. I look forward to working with you. Warmly, Julie
Hosted by Julie Dahlhauser Gruber
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Solana Beach, CA 92075
We will meet at SOL from 10-11:30. Please call me at 858-349-9018 to ensure space or email me at julie@solcounselingandwel lness.org. I look forward to working with you. Warmly, Julie
"-isms" group (adults)
This group is an online process group for individuals interested in exploring the -isms (e.g., racism, classism, sexism, ageism, ableism) in our society, our personal experiences with it, our roles in it, and the ways they shape us, and us ...
This group is an online process group for individuals interested in exploring the -isms (e.g., racism, classism, sexism, ageism, ableism) in our society, our personal experiences with it, our roles in it, and the ways they shape us, and us ...
Insomnia Treatment Group- CBTi
I offer a 6-week online group treatment program for individuals suffering from insomnia. This is based on CBT-I, the only proven long-term treatment protocol for insomnia endorsed by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. I have new groups starting regularly ...
I offer a 6-week online group treatment program for individuals suffering from insomnia. This is based on CBT-I, the only proven long-term treatment protocol for insomnia endorsed by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. I have new groups starting regularly ...
Wisdom Circle - Women's Process Group
Join together with women like yourself who are committed to a path of transformation. An essential part of growth and personal development takes place in the context of community. We join together weekly to bear witness to one another's diverse ...
Join together with women like yourself who are committed to a path of transformation. An essential part of growth and personal development takes place in the context of community. We join together weekly to bear witness to one another's diverse ...
Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Support Group
Are you a survivor or victim of Narcissistic Abuse? Get your life back under your control ! Re-gain self esteem. Cease co-dependency. Learn healthy self love. Escape the emotional roller-coaster of narc abuse. Meet those with similar experiences and get ...
Hosted by Shaliss Padilla LMFT: Integrative Mental Health
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vista, CA 92081
Are you a survivor or victim of Narcissistic Abuse? Get your life back under your control ! Re-gain self esteem. Cease co-dependency. Learn healthy self love. Escape the emotional roller-coaster of narc abuse. Meet those with similar experiences and get ...
Art Therapy Processing Group (Virtual)
Hosted by Tatiana Nicole Coundoul
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vista, CA 92081
Center for Mental Health Excellence
The Center for Mental Health Excellence (CFMHE) is a nonprofit organization and training center providing affordable, accessible telehealth counseling for individuals, couples, and families. Our compassionate therapists, including Marriage and Family Therapist Trainees, address a wide range of emotional and ...
Hosted by Veronica Viesca
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
The Center for Mental Health Excellence (CFMHE) is a nonprofit organization and training center providing affordable, accessible telehealth counseling for individuals, couples, and families. Our compassionate therapists, including Marriage and Family Therapist Trainees, address a wide range of emotional and ...
Teen DBT Group (Multi-Family)
Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) provides DBT skills training groups that provide skills to teens who have anxiety, mood swings or depression, poor communication with family or friends, family conflict, difficulty regulating emotions, low impulse control or emotional eating, a difficult ...
Hosted by Personal Evolution Psychotherapy - Soojin Poole
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) provides DBT skills training groups that provide skills to teens who have anxiety, mood swings or depression, poor communication with family or friends, family conflict, difficulty regulating emotions, low impulse control or emotional eating, a difficult ...
Men's Sexual Addiction Group - Phase 2
If you're dealing with Sexually compulsive behaviors and can't seem to stop, a group could be the best thing for you. I focus on utilizing the best treatment tools available and the support you need to help you move past ...
Hosted by Oasis Counseling Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
If you're dealing with Sexually compulsive behaviors and can't seem to stop, a group could be the best thing for you. I focus on utilizing the best treatment tools available and the support you need to help you move past ...
Breathwork Group
The breathwork is an active meditation that creates the opportunity for powerful healing to occur. This ancient eastern breathing technique allows the conscious mind to relax enabling access to the subconscious mind. Once awareness is brought to the belief system ...
Hosted by Danielle Christine Hering
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encinitas, CA 92024
The breathwork is an active meditation that creates the opportunity for powerful healing to occur. This ancient eastern breathing technique allows the conscious mind to relax enabling access to the subconscious mind. Once awareness is brought to the belief system ...
Breakthrough Parenting Classes
I offer weekly parenting classes on Thursday evenings. It is an 8-week series but individuals or couples are able to join at any time in the series. Please contact me for more information.
Hosted by Kathy Kirk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, PPS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Carlsbad, CA 92008
I offer weekly parenting classes on Thursday evenings. It is an 8-week series but individuals or couples are able to join at any time in the series. Please contact me for more information.
Hear My Voice
"Honoring Our Sheroes: Women in Military" Women veterans supporting women veterans in a safe space. A 90-minute women's group to provide therapeutic support for women that served or are serving who just need a safe nonmilitary or VA affiliated place ...
Hosted by Coherence Associates, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92128
"Honoring Our Sheroes: Women in Military" Women veterans supporting women veterans in a safe space. A 90-minute women's group to provide therapeutic support for women that served or are serving who just need a safe nonmilitary or VA affiliated place ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in San Diego 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.