online book club for mental well-being,
www.3principlestherapy.co m/mysteryschool
no charge for clients other than the copay for group sessions; may be covered by out of state insurance also - check with them people from around the world attend our zoom sessions, and everyone learns from each ...
Hosted by Lori Carpenos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Hartford, CT 06110
www.3principlestherapy.co m/mysteryschool
no charge for clients other than the copay for group sessions; may be covered by out of state insurance also - check with them people from around the world attend our zoom sessions, and everyone learns from each ...
Autism Support and Self Advocacy
This group is for parents Adults 18-35 who need support to learn how to advocate for themselves. Develop an adult approach to the next phase of life. Set and achieve SMART Goals. Hone social skills and connect with age appropriate ...
Hosted by Dawson Holistic Healing
MS, CPC, LCM
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wethersfield, CT 06109
This group is for parents Adults 18-35 who need support to learn how to advocate for themselves. Develop an adult approach to the next phase of life. Set and achieve SMART Goals. Hone social skills and connect with age appropriate ...
Impact therapy: Doing therapy in 3D
This group is for professionals who want to learn more about learning to use creative multi sensory techniques with clients. You are invited to bring cases you are struggling with so that the group members can learn from each other.
Hosted by Asha Patlikh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rocky Hill, CT 06067
This group is for professionals who want to learn more about learning to use creative multi sensory techniques with clients. You are invited to bring cases you are struggling with so that the group members can learn from each other.
Adult DBT Group
Modules include Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Interpersonal Effectiveness skills. DBT Group includes Homework review – this is the closest you’ll get to traditional group therapy. During this time, we discuss any progress you made with your homework and ...
Hosted by The Harmony Center for Change, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Farmington, CT 06032
Modules include Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Interpersonal Effectiveness skills. DBT Group includes Homework review – this is the closest you’ll get to traditional group therapy. During this time, we discuss any progress you made with your homework and ...
Women’s support/Advanced Recovery Groups
Women’s group is ideal for those navigating trauma and family systems dynamics /The advanced recovery group is a highly dynamic process group intended for people with longer-term recovery to help them reconnect and advance their sense off spirituality and purpose.
Hosted by Andrea and Associates, LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCAC, LADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Farmington, CT 06032
Women’s group is ideal for those navigating trauma and family systems dynamics /The advanced recovery group is a highly dynamic process group intended for people with longer-term recovery to help them reconnect and advance their sense off spirituality and purpose.
The S.U.R.E Program
The SURE PROGRAM’S mission is to provide mentoring and educational services to individuals in every community, race, ethnicity, age, race, religious faith based, and gender to empower every human being in our community. SURE, mentors will provide Career Coaching, Wellness ...
Hosted by Candyce Scott MA, LPC Insight of New England
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC , EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Britain, CT 06051
The SURE PROGRAM’S mission is to provide mentoring and educational services to individuals in every community, race, ethnicity, age, race, religious faith based, and gender to empower every human being in our community. SURE, mentors will provide Career Coaching, Wellness ...
Women’s Issues (CT online only)
This group delves into relationships, parenting, how to use coping mechanisms to help reduce stressors. Etc (Begins end of August)
Hosted by Patria Baugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomfield, CT 06002
This group delves into relationships, parenting, how to use coping mechanisms to help reduce stressors. Etc (Begins end of August)
The Creative Journal; Art of Finding Yourself
THE CREATIVE JOURNAL THE ART OF FINDING YOURSELF: The name of the workshop says it all as we dive deep within ourselves and connect with each other we can face our shadows and reclaim what has been missing in this ...
Hosted by Tree of Life Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomfield, CT 06002
THE CREATIVE JOURNAL THE ART OF FINDING YOURSELF: The name of the workshop says it all as we dive deep within ourselves and connect with each other we can face our shadows and reclaim what has been missing in this ...
Mindfulness and Wellness
This is a virtual group that allows individuals to express themselves freely in a safe space. Mindfulness and Wellness is a supportive group that provides psycho education and teaches coping skills while addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and ...
Hosted by Yma Orne Campbell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Farmington, CT 06030
This is a virtual group that allows individuals to express themselves freely in a safe space. Mindfulness and Wellness is a supportive group that provides psycho education and teaches coping skills while addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and ...
Mindful Meditation & Self Healing
Join me for a mindful meditation and self healing group where you will learn about the power of your personal energy, how to channel energy, and how this practice can resolve symptoms related to mental and physical stress. To register ...
Hosted by Meghan Geary-Strenk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Plainville, CT 06062
Join me for a mindful meditation and self healing group where you will learn about the power of your personal energy, how to channel energy, and how this practice can resolve symptoms related to mental and physical stress. To register ...
Pet Loss Grief Group
Our pets are our hearts and an indelible part of the fabric of our lives. When they leave us, the hole is nearly unbearable. Yet, the loss of a pet is a marginalized and under examined loss. We may hear ...
Hosted by Dory Dzinski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Avon, CT 06001
Our pets are our hearts and an indelible part of the fabric of our lives. When they leave us, the hole is nearly unbearable. Yet, the loss of a pet is a marginalized and under examined loss. We may hear ...
Coping with Anxiety
Join our weekly virtual group, a safe haven for those seeking support and strategies. Led by a compassionate facilitator, we foster a nurturing environment where individuals share experiences, tools, and triumphs. Through evidence-based techniques like mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and peer ...
Hosted by Renee Anzovino
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Join our weekly virtual group, a safe haven for those seeking support and strategies. Led by a compassionate facilitator, we foster a nurturing environment where individuals share experiences, tools, and triumphs. Through evidence-based techniques like mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and peer ...
Women's Group
Our women's group will provide an opportunity for women to come together and talk about issues that women face. It's an opportunity to meet and engage with others in a small setting. The group will meet weekly for approximately 12-weeks. ...
Hosted by 2nd Chances LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Windsor, CT 06095
Our women's group will provide an opportunity for women to come together and talk about issues that women face. It's an opportunity to meet and engage with others in a small setting. The group will meet weekly for approximately 12-weeks. ...
Look out for an upcoming Moving thru Grief group.
Hosted by Anne Haubert
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Glastonbury, CT 06033
Metamorphosis Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Hosted by Jessica Grzado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Southington, CT 06489
Academic Achievement- Study Skills & Test Taking
Six-week educational group for Middle, High or College age students to improve organization, lower anxiety surrounding work load and improved exam performance. Topics include time management, organizational skills, evidence-based study and test taking strategies.
Hosted by Patrick Hnatow
Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in South Windsor, CT 06074
Six-week educational group for Middle, High or College age students to improve organization, lower anxiety surrounding work load and improved exam performance. Topics include time management, organizational skills, evidence-based study and test taking strategies.
Seeking Strength for Women
Sarah Howroyd LCSW's weekly virtual online therapy group for Connecticut women in their first year of recovery from addiction issues. Collaborative, confidential, nonjudgmental, safe space to heal, grow, learn & support the recovery process. Multiple pathways to recovery celebrated & ...
Hosted by Sarah Howroyd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Farmington, CT 06032
Sarah Howroyd LCSW's weekly virtual online therapy group for Connecticut women in their first year of recovery from addiction issues. Collaborative, confidential, nonjudgmental, safe space to heal, grow, learn & support the recovery process. Multiple pathways to recovery celebrated & ...
LGBTQ+
Hosted by Michele E Nardella
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Hartford, CT 06119
Women's Therapy Group
* New Group Forming in May 2020Transforming Life's Transitions: Life is full of change...shifts in employment, relationship status, illness, loss, empty nest, etc.How do we flow through the waves of change? What opportunities are there for us as we experience ...
Hosted by Kathleen Zecchin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Hartford, CT 06117
* New Group Forming in May 2020Transforming Life's Transitions: Life is full of change...shifts in employment, relationship status, illness, loss, empty nest, etc.How do we flow through the waves of change? What opportunities are there for us as we experience ...
Canceled Anger Management (Boys Group; Ages 7-11)
Enroll Now. Group starts March 3rd, 2020, It is a 10 week program that will run every Saturday from 11-12pm. Children will learn how the brain and body works under extreme and normal stress. They will develop healthy methods to ...
Hosted by Tangie R. McDougald @ Community Matters, LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Hartford, CT 06108
Enroll Now. Group starts March 3rd, 2020, It is a 10 week program that will run every Saturday from 11-12pm. Children will learn how the brain and body works under extreme and normal stress. They will develop healthy methods to ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Hartford 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.