Connecticut Addiction Counseling and Coaching PLLC
Connecticut Addiction Counseling & Coaching, PLLC is a group therapy and coaching practice specializing in providing recovery-oriented services for people experiencing issues with substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns using individualized, evidence-based and non-judgmental strategies to help individuals, couples ...
Hosted by Marshall Rosier
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cheshire, CT 06410
Connecticut Addiction Counseling & Coaching, PLLC is a group therapy and coaching practice specializing in providing recovery-oriented services for people experiencing issues with substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns using individualized, evidence-based and non-judgmental strategies to help individuals, couples ...
Grief Recovery
Hosted by Mary Ellen Staudt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westport, CT 06880
Western Connecticut Counseling
Hosted by Jason Schwarz
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Southbury, CT 06488
DUI First Offense Intensive 5-Weekend Class
This class meets the Connecticut Department of transportation for first-time offenders “Driving Under the Influence” (DUI)/ “Operating Under the Influence” (OUI) offenders in Connecticut. The program is for DUI/DWI offenders who were operating a motor vehicle, a boat, a snowmobile, ...
Hosted by Four Seasons Therapy LLC | DUI, DWI, DOT
Licensed Professional Counselor, SAP, LADC, LPC, BCC, CCDP-D
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bridgeport, CT 06610
This class meets the Connecticut Department of transportation for first-time offenders “Driving Under the Influence” (DUI)/ “Operating Under the Influence” (OUI) offenders in Connecticut. The program is for DUI/DWI offenders who were operating a motor vehicle, a boat, a snowmobile, ...
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Group
This group will meet weekly. Members are invited on an ongoing basis and groups will run indefinitely. Members will support one another on this lonely journey and you will feel less isolated. You will be amongst others who understand your ...
Hosted by Fairfield County Groups
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfield, CT 06824
This group will meet weekly. Members are invited on an ongoing basis and groups will run indefinitely. Members will support one another on this lonely journey and you will feel less isolated. You will be amongst others who understand your ...
Stepping Stones IOP for Adolescents
Pathways Adolescent IOP "Stepping Stones" is located at 2418 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT 06437 Our Team: Tori Piraino, LCSW & Thomas Allen, Ph.D. An evidence based cognitive-behavioral approach aimed at developing healthy coping strategies and building resilience. Adolescents will ...
Hosted by Pathways Center For Learning & Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Guilford, CT 06437
Pathways Adolescent IOP "Stepping Stones" is located at 2418 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT 06437 Our Team: Tori Piraino, LCSW & Thomas Allen, Ph.D. An evidence based cognitive-behavioral approach aimed at developing healthy coping strategies and building resilience. Adolescents will ...
PEERS Social Coaching Group 4 Young Adults (20-25)
PEERS® is evidence-based intervention for motivated adults 20-25 years old. During each group session adults are taught important social skills through discussion and role-play Requirements: 1) young adults ages 20-25 years old; 3) young adults must be interested in attending ...
Hosted by Kira Akulova-Nickerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ACC, MBA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Greenwich, CT 06830
PEERS® is evidence-based intervention for motivated adults 20-25 years old. During each group session adults are taught important social skills through discussion and role-play Requirements: 1) young adults ages 20-25 years old; 3) young adults must be interested in attending ...
Ecotherapy Immersion Program2021-2022 (Full)
Immerse yourself in the process of becoming wild again. Embark on a personal adventure of healing in nature and through building healthy community. Learn to weave vitality and meaning in your life by enlivening your relationships to yourself, your village, ...
Immerse yourself in the process of becoming wild again. Embark on a personal adventure of healing in nature and through building healthy community. Learn to weave vitality and meaning in your life by enlivening your relationships to yourself, your village, ...
Matrescence Unfolded:Redefining Self in Motherhood
When a baby is born, so is a mother. This profound transition, known as matrescence, encompasses the physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual changes women experience. Yet, opportunities to explore this pivotal shift in identity and role as a mother are ...
Hosted by Lori Caswell Rossitto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manchester, CT 06042
When a baby is born, so is a mother. This profound transition, known as matrescence, encompasses the physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual changes women experience. Yet, opportunities to explore this pivotal shift in identity and role as a mother are ...
Managing Anxiety and Depression: A Group for Women
So sorry! Group postponed due to unexpected personal events. New VIRTUAL Start-Up! March 3rd, 2022, 6:00-7:15 p.m. for 10 weekly sessions. This small educational support group uniquely created for women offers an open, accepting virtual environment to share personal issues ...
Hosted by Leigh Anne Mehldau, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Glastonbury, CT 06033
So sorry! Group postponed due to unexpected personal events. New VIRTUAL Start-Up! March 3rd, 2022, 6:00-7:15 p.m. for 10 weekly sessions. This small educational support group uniquely created for women offers an open, accepting virtual environment to share personal issues ...
DBT Group For Adolescents
Greenwich Psychology Group offers Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to adolescents. Our clinicians have specialized training in providing DBT for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders, and emotional regulation. We focus on the core principals of DBT: Mindfulness, Emotional ...
Hosted by Donna Dyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Greenwich, CT 06831
Greenwich Psychology Group offers Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to adolescents. Our clinicians have specialized training in providing DBT for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders, and emotional regulation. We focus on the core principals of DBT: Mindfulness, Emotional ...
Healing from Relationship Wounds
6 Week Virtual Relationship group for women. Starts July 21st 2021.
Moving beyond relationship past hurts and pains to create deeper meaningful relationships Facilitated by Shawniel Chamanlal, LCSW.
Learn proven strategies to release old relationship patterns, move beyond the fear ...
Hosted by Shawniel Chamanlal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cheshire, CT 06410
6 Week Virtual Relationship group for women. Starts July 21st 2021.
Moving beyond relationship past hurts and pains to create deeper meaningful relationships Facilitated by Shawniel Chamanlal, LCSW.
Learn proven strategies to release old relationship patterns, move beyond the fear ...
Weight Control, Quit Smoking, Stress Management
Hosted by Salvatore Joseph Martone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CH, CI, RMT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Southbury, CT 06488
Held Center for Healing
Held Center for Healing provides remote and in-person psychotherapy, reiki and yoga therapy services
Hosted by Sarah Held
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Unionville, CT 06085
Held Center for Healing provides remote and in-person psychotherapy, reiki and yoga therapy services
DBT Skills Group
Embark on a transformative journey towards emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindful living with our Online Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skills Group. DBT group particularly targets: emotion dysregulation, impulsive behaviors, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, self-harming behaviors, and interpersonal relationship ...
Embark on a transformative journey towards emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindful living with our Online Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skills Group. DBT group particularly targets: emotion dysregulation, impulsive behaviors, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, self-harming behaviors, and interpersonal relationship ...
Divorce Support Group, Divorce and Heal
Divorce Support Group Farmington, CT and via Zoom. Intake appointment required to answer your questions, to explain group including confidentiality, and ... to get to know you better! Let's see if we are a good fit for you.
Divorce Support Group Farmington, CT and via Zoom. Intake appointment required to answer your questions, to explain group including confidentiality, and ... to get to know you better! Let's see if we are a good fit for you.
Cassidy Counseling
Hosted by Annie Capobianco
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Waterbury, CT 06708
Counseling groups for LGBTQ+ youth
Hosted by Rebecca Degnan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Killingworth, CT 06419
True Hope Counseling, LLC
True Hope Counseling, a group of experienced therapists who utilize a client centered approach to provide telehealth based mental health services for individuals 17 and older.
Hosted by Trudi Hewell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wilton, CT 06897
True Hope Counseling, a group of experienced therapists who utilize a client centered approach to provide telehealth based mental health services for individuals 17 and older.
Eating Disorder Process Group
Hosted by Andrea Ciarlelli
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westport, CT 06880
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Connecticut?
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.