Support Groups in District of Columbia
Cis Partners of Trans Folx
This (virtual) group is designed to help support cisgender partners of trans and nonbinary folx navigating the realities of social and medical transition. Often, even when partners want to be supportive, they don't even know where to start. This is ...
Hosted by Emma Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CTCT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20003
This (virtual) group is designed to help support cisgender partners of trans and nonbinary folx navigating the realities of social and medical transition. Often, even when partners want to be supportive, they don't even know where to start. This is ...
Money Problems Are Money Solutions
Group members will take part in a 3 month discussion and support group setting. The group will meet twice a month. Group members will receive two coaching sessions each month. 'It's our relationship with money, our interaction with it, where ...
Hosted by Adapting2Change
BSSW, MSW, MAT, ICF, Nutriti
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20007
Group members will take part in a 3 month discussion and support group setting. The group will meet twice a month. Group members will receive two coaching sessions each month. 'It's our relationship with money, our interaction with it, where ...
General Psychotherapy Group
This is an ongoing group of individuals who are working on different life issues in a safe setting. The group is coed and the members are adults of all ages. The group is experiential in that the relationships in the ...
Hosted by Tandy L Levine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20009
This is an ongoing group of individuals who are working on different life issues in a safe setting. The group is coed and the members are adults of all ages. The group is experiential in that the relationships in the ...
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills Training Grp
Based on the work of Marsha Linehan, Ph.D, The DBT Skills Training Group is a 13 week group intervention that teaches one skills to make a life worth living. During the group participants will develop core mindfulness skills, radical acceptance ...
Hosted by Mary Hope Blase
MS, APRN, CNS
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20016
Based on the work of Marsha Linehan, Ph.D, The DBT Skills Training Group is a 13 week group intervention that teaches one skills to make a life worth living. During the group participants will develop core mindfulness skills, radical acceptance ...
Co-ed Process Group
This is a group for those who repeat familiar patterns but are unsure why and are uncertain how to change them. A process group is a "here and now" experience. If you've read the book, "Group", then you know what ...
Hosted by Brian Gill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20009
This is a group for those who repeat familiar patterns but are unsure why and are uncertain how to change them. A process group is a "here and now" experience. If you've read the book, "Group", then you know what ...
Women's Career Group
This is a virtual group for female-identifying professionals dealing with a range of career-related concerns. The group is designed to provide emotional support, practical guidance, and increased self-awareness. Members make an initial commitment of 8 weeks, with the potential to ...
This is a virtual group for female-identifying professionals dealing with a range of career-related concerns. The group is designed to provide emotional support, practical guidance, and increased self-awareness. Members make an initial commitment of 8 weeks, with the potential to ...
Improving Sleep
The quality of our sleep can have a big impact how we go through our days. The way that we go through our days can also have an impact on the quality of sleep. This 8 week group is an ...
Hosted by Mary Szegda
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20016
The quality of our sleep can have a big impact how we go through our days. The way that we go through our days can also have an impact on the quality of sleep. This 8 week group is an ...
Coed Adult Therapy Group (3 Groups)
Ongoing coed psychotherapy groups (Tues 7:45-9am; Weds 5:45-7pm; Thurs 12-1:15pm) where participants process all areas of relationships and their functioning in groups. The dialogue and process is supportive, intimate and intense and members learn how to better relate, assert themselves, ...
Ongoing coed psychotherapy groups (Tues 7:45-9am; Weds 5:45-7pm; Thurs 12-1:15pm) where participants process all areas of relationships and their functioning in groups. The dialogue and process is supportive, intimate and intense and members learn how to better relate, assert themselves, ...
Women's Process Group (in person)
Mon evenings for 1 hr 15 mins. This group will be ideal for adult women (25+) to address challenges they experience with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and/or difficulties in their relationships. The group provides an opportunity to explore, develop insight ...
Mon evenings for 1 hr 15 mins. This group will be ideal for adult women (25+) to address challenges they experience with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and/or difficulties in their relationships. The group provides an opportunity to explore, develop insight ...
Beyond ED: a Recovery Focused Process Group
This is a group for individuals hoping to find support in their eating disorder recovery journey. Together, we will discuss common challenges in recovery and navigating life beyond the eating disorder. The group is process oriented where we will make ...
Hosted by Hayley O'Brien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20036
This is a group for individuals hoping to find support in their eating disorder recovery journey. Together, we will discuss common challenges in recovery and navigating life beyond the eating disorder. The group is process oriented where we will make ...
CBT, DBT and family therapy
Very pleasant group where everyone is able to express themselves and heal,
Hosted by Diamond Behavioral Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B, APRN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20019
Very pleasant group where everyone is able to express themselves and heal,
Systems-Centered* Group
This is a mixed group that focuses on reducing the restraining forces to the natural exploratory and developmental drive that we all have, to better reach our full potential.
Hosted by Robert G Hartford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, CSW, LSCP, EFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20036
This is a mixed group that focuses on reducing the restraining forces to the natural exploratory and developmental drive that we all have, to better reach our full potential.
Young Adult (26-36 yo) Anxiety Group
This popular group is part psychoeducational and part peer support. It meets in person every Tuesday from 5:30 to 6:45 pm. The group is led by Michelle Lawlor, LPC, who has facilitated several anxiety groups in the past. The cost ...
Hosted by DC Talk Therapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20008
This popular group is part psychoeducational and part peer support. It meets in person every Tuesday from 5:30 to 6:45 pm. The group is led by Michelle Lawlor, LPC, who has facilitated several anxiety groups in the past. The cost ...
Women's Group
For adult women who address challenges they experience with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and/or difficulties in their relationships. The Women’s group provides an opportunity to explore, develop insight and grow within the safety of a group. The group is ongoing ...
Hosted by Dr. Brooke Stroud
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, MSc
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20007
For adult women who address challenges they experience with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and/or difficulties in their relationships. The Women’s group provides an opportunity to explore, develop insight and grow within the safety of a group. The group is ongoing ...
LPC Supervision Group
Hosted by Roshni Chatterjee
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20016
Group Supervision for Licensed Social Workers
Currently forming a group for Licensed Social Workers. This is a wonderful way to develop professional relationships as well as offer insight and support to one another in addition to receiving feedback from me.
Hosted by Hilary Katz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, SSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20008
Currently forming a group for Licensed Social Workers. This is a wonderful way to develop professional relationships as well as offer insight and support to one another in addition to receiving feedback from me.
A Group For Women About Life
All women/all ages join this 10-week group to explore our roles as women in the world today.(2 hours/week). Learn about what is activated in our daily experience and the energies/archetypes that affect our lives. Feel nurtured. Explore your own possibilities. ...
Hosted by Liz Goll Lerner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPAT, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20008
All women/all ages join this 10-week group to explore our roles as women in the world today.(2 hours/week). Learn about what is activated in our daily experience and the energies/archetypes that affect our lives. Feel nurtured. Explore your own possibilities. ...
Many different groups
Our psychologists and clinical social workers offer a variety of therapy, counseling and support groups helping lgbt women and men with a variety of concerns, such as: coming out & self-acceptance, social anxiety, relationships & intimacy, life transitions, parental loss, ...
Our psychologists and clinical social workers offer a variety of therapy, counseling and support groups helping lgbt women and men with a variety of concerns, such as: coming out & self-acceptance, social anxiety, relationships & intimacy, life transitions, parental loss, ...
Washington Nutriton and Counseling Group
Hosted by Washington Nutrition and Counseling Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20005
Understanding Self & Others
Hosted by Dr. Emilie B Joseph
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20006
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in District of Columbia?
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.