Support Groups in District of Columbia
Understanding Self & Others
Hosted by Dr. Emilie B Joseph
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20006
Psychotherapy Group for Adults
I run long-term interpersonal process groups for adults presenting with a range of issues, but with a common desire for healthier relationship patterns. The groups I run are experiential and oriented to here-and-now processing, which allows members to give and ...
Hosted by Elaine Mazanec
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20036
I run long-term interpersonal process groups for adults presenting with a range of issues, but with a common desire for healthier relationship patterns. The groups I run are experiential and oriented to here-and-now processing, which allows members to give and ...
Young Adult Support Group (for ppl in their 20s!)
Moving to a new city or starting a new job can be exciting and scary, all at the same time. It’s natural to feel overwhelmed by all of the changes or to feel lonely while you adjust to your new ...
Hosted by Stephanie Musa
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20036
Moving to a new city or starting a new job can be exciting and scary, all at the same time. It’s natural to feel overwhelmed by all of the changes or to feel lonely while you adjust to your new ...
Personal Growth Group
Group Therapy is a supportive and caring environment for people seeking help with a variety of life issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, assertiveness, sexuality, emotional openness and honesty.
Group therapy is an environment where you can develop your capacity to ...
Hosted by Shelley Annaís Karliner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20016
Group Therapy is a supportive and caring environment for people seeking help with a variety of life issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, assertiveness, sexuality, emotional openness and honesty.
Group therapy is an environment where you can develop your capacity to ...
Anger Management
We meet on a one-on-one basis to discuss why we get angry; techniques to prevent angry; location of body angry and the hidden forces behind our issues. Textbook and workbook provided; certificate of completion given upon completion of 9 weeks ...
We meet on a one-on-one basis to discuss why we get angry; techniques to prevent angry; location of body angry and the hidden forces behind our issues. Textbook and workbook provided; certificate of completion given upon completion of 9 weeks ...
Women of Color Process Group
This group allows a space to discuss the difficult issues that can be related to being a woman of color in a predominantly white area. Run by Dr. Rashanta Bledman, this group is an ideal space to meet like-minded women ...
Hosted by Rashanta Aneisha Bledman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20036
This group allows a space to discuss the difficult issues that can be related to being a woman of color in a predominantly white area. Run by Dr. Rashanta Bledman, this group is an ideal space to meet like-minded women ...
Group Consultation for Social Workers
I run more than one group to meet needs of group members based on experiences and goals for group consultation. I work with clinicians at any level of experience looking for peer support, mentorship, enhancing clinical skills and considering ways ...
Hosted by Maureen T. McGuire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20036
I run more than one group to meet needs of group members based on experiences and goals for group consultation. I work with clinicians at any level of experience looking for peer support, mentorship, enhancing clinical skills and considering ways ...
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, ...
Men’s Mental Health Group
Virtual group offered (November 8th - December 13th). This 6-session program will cover some essential topics that are important to men’s mental health: (Boundaries & Balance, Emotional Intelligence, Relationships, Accountability, Self-care, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Trauma, Reflection, Forgiveness, Healing, & Self-Value). ...
Hosted by D'Angelo Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20006
Virtual group offered (November 8th - December 13th). This 6-session program will cover some essential topics that are important to men’s mental health: (Boundaries & Balance, Emotional Intelligence, Relationships, Accountability, Self-care, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Trauma, Reflection, Forgiveness, Healing, & Self-Value). ...
Interpersonal Process Group - In-person
This ongoing in-person group meets weekly to help members work on issues related to attachment, loneliness, vulnerability, trust, boundaries, and relationship issues in general. Members offer each other in-the-moment feedback and help each other explore feelings related to interpersonal connection ...
This ongoing in-person group meets weekly to help members work on issues related to attachment, loneliness, vulnerability, trust, boundaries, and relationship issues in general. Members offer each other in-the-moment feedback and help each other explore feelings related to interpersonal connection ...
Long-term, trauma-based, psychodynamic groups.
I run several long-term groups for 6 to 8 female trauma survivors with Dianne Carlson, APRN, MS, CS. Participants must also be in individual therapy. Please call for more information.
Hosted by Joanne Zucchetto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20015
I run several long-term groups for 6 to 8 female trauma survivors with Dianne Carlson, APRN, MS, CS. Participants must also be in individual therapy. Please call for more information.
mixed group - Wednesdays 6:15-7:45
An on-going therapy group focused on personal and relational problems
Hosted by Maryetta Andrews-Sachs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CGP, FAGPA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20016
An on-going therapy group focused on personal and relational problems
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
Group Therapy for Black Women
We do not heal in isolation. Many people are turning to group therapy to make sense of the global health pandemic, racial injustices, and violence against women. Each meeting, we’ll get together for 90 minutes to center ourselves before initiating ...
Hosted by Chanda R Reynolds
Psychologist, PsyD, MS, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20003
We do not heal in isolation. Many people are turning to group therapy to make sense of the global health pandemic, racial injustices, and violence against women. Each meeting, we’ll get together for 90 minutes to center ourselves before initiating ...
Interpersonal Therapy Group
A colleague and I offer a long-term psychotherapy group. This group offers a safe space to share your experience with others and to try out being more honest and authentic about your thoughts, feelings, and reactions to others. This experience ...
Hosted by Helena (Mimi) Martin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20006
A colleague and I offer a long-term psychotherapy group. This group offers a safe space to share your experience with others and to try out being more honest and authentic about your thoughts, feelings, and reactions to others. This experience ...
Virtual - Trauma Psychoeducational Series
Open to everyone, regardless of location: Didactic group with a focus on understanding trauma and the role it plays in your life, as well as developing some skills to deal with it. The group includes an eclectic set of elements ...
Hosted by Dana Harron
Psychologist, PsyD
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20036
Open to everyone, regardless of location: Didactic group with a focus on understanding trauma and the role it plays in your life, as well as developing some skills to deal with it. The group includes an eclectic set of elements ...
Adult Stutterers Group
A group is being formed for adult stutterers who have had speech therapy and are not motivated to use speech techniques that modify their stuttering, like speaking at a slow rate or using 'Hollins," because they are embarrassed about how ...
A group is being formed for adult stutterers who have had speech therapy and are not motivated to use speech techniques that modify their stuttering, like speaking at a slow rate or using 'Hollins," because they are embarrassed about how ...
Mindfulness Based Psychotherapy Group
A weekly and ongoing psychotherapy group for established clients. The group emphasis is on bringing awareness and compassion to life transitions and relationships. These qualities of attention are cultivated both within the group dynamic and to life experiences outside the ...
Hosted by Vicki Goodman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20015
A weekly and ongoing psychotherapy group for established clients. The group emphasis is on bringing awareness and compassion to life transitions and relationships. These qualities of attention are cultivated both within the group dynamic and to life experiences outside the ...
Assertiveness for Black Professional Women
Black Professional Women are creative, well resourced and... can't say "No". Whether only at work, in social groups or at home, it's hard to get over the "Gotcha." Protect your emotional boundaries. Strengthen assertive communication skills. Learn strategies to reduce ...
Hosted by Avé Maria Renard
Psychologist, PsyD, MSN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20006
Black Professional Women are creative, well resourced and... can't say "No". Whether only at work, in social groups or at home, it's hard to get over the "Gotcha." Protect your emotional boundaries. Strengthen assertive communication skills. Learn strategies to reduce ...
Bluestone Counseling Group, PLLC
At Bluestone Counseling group we provide supportive teletherapy for individuals and families in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia. We have a focus on maternal wellbeing supporting families struggling with fertility through the experience of postpartum and into the new identity ...
Hosted by Ali Weisbrot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Washington, DC 20011
At Bluestone Counseling group we provide supportive teletherapy for individuals and families in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia. We have a focus on maternal wellbeing supporting families struggling with fertility through the experience of postpartum and into the new identity ...
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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.