Dream Analysis Group
Hosted by Joyce King Heyraud
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, Jungian, Analyst
Verified Verified
Group meets in Culver City, CA 90232
Art Therapy for Women in Transition
This group explores ways in which transitions and liminal spaces can be a fertile time for growth, through the use of various art mediums.
Hosted by Sarah Gallop
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90035
This group explores ways in which transitions and liminal spaces can be a fertile time for growth, through the use of various art mediums.
Trauma Support and Education
I have always been so passionate in the art of trauma healing. It is a very delicate and difficult topic, yet necessary to address as we navigate our daily lives. Unprocessed traumas can result in unhealthy behaviors, relational challenges, and ...
Hosted by Premier Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Costa Mesa, CA 92626
I have always been so passionate in the art of trauma healing. It is a very delicate and difficult topic, yet necessary to address as we navigate our daily lives. Unprocessed traumas can result in unhealthy behaviors, relational challenges, and ...
Head Strong & Ready
A 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to providing psychological service (no medication at this time) to military members and their families. We proudly accept Tricare. Currently, we are providing services telehealth.
A 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to providing psychological service (no medication at this time) to military members and their families. We proudly accept Tricare. Currently, we are providing services telehealth.
LGBTQIAP Group Hosted by Dr. Manijeh Badiee
Starting May 7, 2016 at 1pm. Are you wondering about: How to understand your sexual orientation? How to understand your gender identity? How to come out to friends and family? Finding acceptance? Where to go now that you know? If ...
Hosted by Collaborative Psychology Group, APC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Riverside, CA 92507
Starting May 7, 2016 at 1pm. Are you wondering about: How to understand your sexual orientation? How to understand your gender identity? How to come out to friends and family? Finding acceptance? Where to go now that you know? If ...
girl's empowerment
This group will focus on building girls' self esteem and body image through a variety of activities. The girls will explore their current views about themselves and identify more adaptive ways of coping with teen issues. They will learn to ...
Hosted by Dana Zienert Kind
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90036
This group will focus on building girls' self esteem and body image through a variety of activities. The girls will explore their current views about themselves and identify more adaptive ways of coping with teen issues. They will learn to ...
Parenting Group
Teach parents (married or single) parenting skills to be able to live a stress free life and raise an obedient happy child. Able to work with parents on children that tantrum, act out, talk back and that do not listen.
Hosted by Analicia Ybarra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Commerce, CA 90040
Teach parents (married or single) parenting skills to be able to live a stress free life and raise an obedient happy child. Able to work with parents on children that tantrum, act out, talk back and that do not listen.
The Art of Mindful Sex: Tantra and Sensate Focus
This is one of my favorite workshops! This is a discussion of the art of mindfulness and how this outlook can create a deeper sensual experience for couples looking to change or improve their sex life. The focus of this ...
Hosted by Anastasia Gorden
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Inglewood, CA 90302
This is one of my favorite workshops! This is a discussion of the art of mindfulness and how this outlook can create a deeper sensual experience for couples looking to change or improve their sex life. The focus of this ...
Special Needs Resource Group (SNRG)
SNRG is a private practice in Santa Monica where Dr. Nay Smith provides school and home based ABA and educational therapy for children (preschool through high school). Additional services at SNRG are social skills groups and IEP advocacy.
Hosted by Nay Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, BCBA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Santa Monica, CA 90405
SNRG is a private practice in Santa Monica where Dr. Nay Smith provides school and home based ABA and educational therapy for children (preschool through high school). Additional services at SNRG are social skills groups and IEP advocacy.
Women's Body Image Support Group (Telehealth)
This group will be facilitated by Holly Kirth, LMFT to ensure a safe environment. The goal is to provide a mindful space for clients to explore and improve their body image, self-image, and self-esteem. Format: A psycho-education topic on body ...
Hosted by Holly N Kirth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, ME
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94115
This group will be facilitated by Holly Kirth, LMFT to ensure a safe environment. The goal is to provide a mindful space for clients to explore and improve their body image, self-image, and self-esteem. Format: A psycho-education topic on body ...
Postpartum Support Group - Coming Soon!
This will be a support group offered at The Women’s Hospital at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center in Laguna Hills, CA, for women who are in the postpartum stage of motherhood. It will be free to join. Due to COVID-19, the ...
Hosted by Melissa Wright
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Laguna Hills, CA 92653
This will be a support group offered at The Women’s Hospital at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center in Laguna Hills, CA, for women who are in the postpartum stage of motherhood. It will be free to join. Due to COVID-19, the ...
Working Professionals Group
Hosted by Open Doors Therapy
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Palo Alto, CA 94306
Young Adult Group
This is a virtual group for young adults ages 18-25 to share, connect, and grow together. This is a process group to discuss a variety of topics such as stress, relationships, life transitions, and much more! Feel free to reach ...
Hosted by Neurodivergent Trauma Recovery - Sarah Finch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
This is a virtual group for young adults ages 18-25 to share, connect, and grow together. This is a process group to discuss a variety of topics such as stress, relationships, life transitions, and much more! Feel free to reach ...
SHIPs: Social Skills Classes for Children
Uniquely led by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst AND a Speech and Language Pathologist, our team provides a personalized approach within a supportive environment that fosters each child's development. The SHIPs Program uniquely maps out an individualized social curriculum for ...
Uniquely led by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst AND a Speech and Language Pathologist, our team provides a personalized approach within a supportive environment that fosters each child's development. The SHIPs Program uniquely maps out an individualized social curriculum for ...
Heal Trauma Group
Groups can be provided to 3-4 patients at a time. An initial consultation is required for each individual in the group prior to starting treatment. Total Sessions: One initial intake and Six group sessions. Virtual sessions.
Hosted by Ana Guzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Groups can be provided to 3-4 patients at a time. An initial consultation is required for each individual in the group prior to starting treatment. Total Sessions: One initial intake and Six group sessions. Virtual sessions.
PTSD 101
This group will focus on understanding the neurobiology of PTSD and how to cope with and overcome PTSd symptoms.
Hosted by Kira Monterrey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPA, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Antioch, CA 94531
This group will focus on understanding the neurobiology of PTSD and how to cope with and overcome PTSd symptoms.
Co-Parenting Classes
Satisfying Riverside Family Law Court's orders for Co-Parenting Classes, we offer both individual sessions and full-day classes on an as-needed basis. Please call for more information.
Hosted by Life Source Affordable Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Riverside, CA 92507
Satisfying Riverside Family Law Court's orders for Co-Parenting Classes, we offer both individual sessions and full-day classes on an as-needed basis. Please call for more information.
Tides Wellness: Crown Point Location
Children learn by playing and having fun! We specialize in treating anxiety, trauma, and mood disorders in children, teens, and young adults. Our unique approach utilizes evidence based practices to treat these disorders in an engaging way with our warm, ...
Hosted by Melissa Brody
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92109
Children learn by playing and having fun! We specialize in treating anxiety, trauma, and mood disorders in children, teens, and young adults. Our unique approach utilizes evidence based practices to treat these disorders in an engaging way with our warm, ...
Psychology 360
Psychology 360 is a private psychology practice specializing in psychological and psychoeducational evaluations. The team at Psychology 3360 offers dependable support and guidance throughout the entire evaluation process. Dr. Donica Dohrenwend is the owner of the practice and has more ...
Psychology 360 is a private psychology practice specializing in psychological and psychoeducational evaluations. The team at Psychology 3360 offers dependable support and guidance throughout the entire evaluation process. Dr. Donica Dohrenwend is the owner of the practice and has more ...
Recovery Group
A Recovery Group led by a clean and sober therapist with 24 years clean and sober. This relational group covers all related addiction issues. Early recovery, ongoing recovery and relapse prevention with cross talk encouraged. This group has been ongoing ...
Hosted by Andrea (Andy) Cecile Bohn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MPH, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lafayette, CA 94549
A Recovery Group led by a clean and sober therapist with 24 years clean and sober. This relational group covers all related addiction issues. Early recovery, ongoing recovery and relapse prevention with cross talk encouraged. This group has been ongoing ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in California?
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.