Support Groups in Des Plaines, IL
North Shore Pediatric Therapy
Hosted by North Shore Pediatric Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Des Plaines, IL 60016
Founder/Licensed Psychotherapist
The group is specialized in mental and behavioral issues of children and adolescents and parenting. The therapists are highly skilled in utilizing play based interventions in working with young children.
Hosted by Playful Healing Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Des Plaines, IL 60016
The group is specialized in mental and behavioral issues of children and adolescents and parenting. The therapists are highly skilled in utilizing play based interventions in working with young children.
DUI Services
Hosted by Family Behavioral Health Clinic
Treatment Center, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Des Plaines, IL 60016
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North Shore Pediatric Therapy
Hosted by North Shore Pediatric Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Des Plaines, IL 60016
Founder/Licensed Psychotherapist
The group is specialized in mental and behavioral issues of children and adolescents and parenting. The therapists are highly skilled in utilizing play based interventions in working with young children.
Hosted by Playful Healing Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Des Plaines, IL 60016
The group is specialized in mental and behavioral issues of children and adolescents and parenting. The therapists are highly skilled in utilizing play based interventions in working with young children.
DUI Services
Hosted by Family Behavioral Health Clinic
Treatment Center, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Des Plaines, IL 60016
Transitoning to College
Summer! Everything you need to know when transitioning to college life!
Hosted by Lynn Renee Zakeri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Northfield, IL 60093
Summer! Everything you need to know when transitioning to college life!
Expression with Art Therapy
Children (ages 6-12) will increase understanding of themselves and build self-confidence through art therapy projects that promote self-expression. When an art therapy project is emotionally connecting, clients become thoughtful and focused as they express their beliefs and feelings. The group ...
Hosted by Jennifer Erin Gregg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ATR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
Children (ages 6-12) will increase understanding of themselves and build self-confidence through art therapy projects that promote self-expression. When an art therapy project is emotionally connecting, clients become thoughtful and focused as they express their beliefs and feelings. The group ...
NAMI Free High School Support Group
Casual group support
Hosted by Lynn Renee Zakeri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Skokie, IL 60076
Casual group support
Telehealth Support Group for Women- Pending
An opportunity to confidentially share in your unique experiences and to be part of an on going support group Potential topics of discussion might include: How cultural Influences impact life circumstances ; Lifestyle issues and their impact on relationships Managing ...
Hosted by Michelle Diane James
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
An opportunity to confidentially share in your unique experiences and to be part of an on going support group Potential topics of discussion might include: How cultural Influences impact life circumstances ; Lifestyle issues and their impact on relationships Managing ...
Psychotherapy group for Adult men and women
Weekly therapy provides skill development through group dynamics to increase self awareness, self care, create opportunities for growth, development, change, maintenance and support for effective coping in daily living. Facilitates trust and personal safety to apply skills in personal and ...
Hosted by Diane Jaskula
Counselor, LCPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Schaumburg, IL 60173
Weekly therapy provides skill development through group dynamics to increase self awareness, self care, create opportunities for growth, development, change, maintenance and support for effective coping in daily living. Facilitates trust and personal safety to apply skills in personal and ...
Maintain Your Gains
For adolescents (ages 13-17) and young adults (ages 18-25) that have recently completed an Intensive Outpatient Program and would like to maintain their progress made in treatment. Also offered in our Lincoln Park Office.
Hosted by Chicago Cognitive Behavioral Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Skokie, IL 60076
For adolescents (ages 13-17) and young adults (ages 18-25) that have recently completed an Intensive Outpatient Program and would like to maintain their progress made in treatment. Also offered in our Lincoln Park Office.
Coping With Depression Group
Group focus is the learning of skills which help you to identify the behaviors, thoughts and feelings which lead to depression and how to quickly change these responses for positive outcomes. Group is short term and highly effective. There is ...
Hosted by Fred Waltzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Group focus is the learning of skills which help you to identify the behaviors, thoughts and feelings which lead to depression and how to quickly change these responses for positive outcomes. Group is short term and highly effective. There is ...
Positive Parenting Support Group
Obtain support in an encouraging environment, learn more effective parenting strategies and gain a sense of confidence and optimism for a more loving, connected family. This will be a combination of support and education in a structured 6 to 8 ...
Hosted by Jennifer Briggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Park Ridge, IL 60068
Obtain support in an encouraging environment, learn more effective parenting strategies and gain a sense of confidence and optimism for a more loving, connected family. This will be a combination of support and education in a structured 6 to 8 ...
ADHD Therapy Support Group
The group is online via Google Meets, and focuses on building confidence and connections with others who have similar experiences in the impact of ADHD, emotionally, personally, and professionally. We will process navigating relational challenges, building confidence, finding your voice, ...
Hosted by InTouch & Motion
Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60641
The group is online via Google Meets, and focuses on building confidence and connections with others who have similar experiences in the impact of ADHD, emotionally, personally, and professionally. We will process navigating relational challenges, building confidence, finding your voice, ...
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder group
This group is primarily designed for those people who have not previously had CBT for OCD. This 10-week-long, focused treatment group is designed to teach the behavior therapy principles and techniques that have been proven to be effective. The primary ...
Hosted by James Dod
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Northbrook, IL 60062
This group is primarily designed for those people who have not previously had CBT for OCD. This 10-week-long, focused treatment group is designed to teach the behavior therapy principles and techniques that have been proven to be effective. The primary ...
Later Life Mood Enhancement Group Program
The Later Life Mood Enhancement Group Program is a proven method to increase life satisfaction while learning how to effectively control undesirable moods. You will learn how to identify life patterns which help you to make the best of everyday. ...
Hosted by Fred Waltzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lincolnwood, IL 60712
The Later Life Mood Enhancement Group Program is a proven method to increase life satisfaction while learning how to effectively control undesirable moods. You will learn how to identify life patterns which help you to make the best of everyday. ...
Couples Counseling
HBH has set up a 6 week program with limited spots available. We start these programs every other month. Please email with interest. Max 5 Couples.
Hosted by Holistic Behavioral Health and Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Palatine, IL 60067
HBH has set up a 6 week program with limited spots available. We start these programs every other month. Please email with interest. Max 5 Couples.
Young Adult Co-Ed Process Group
For 18-23 year olds; open group focusing on mood, anxiety, social skills, relationships, career, and anything else the group chooses. led by Dr. Dathan Paterno. Begins Wednesday, March 11 at 7PM.
Hosted by Park Ridge Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Park Ridge, IL 60068
For 18-23 year olds; open group focusing on mood, anxiety, social skills, relationships, career, and anything else the group chooses. led by Dr. Dathan Paterno. Begins Wednesday, March 11 at 7PM.
Teen Girls Process Group (Virtual Thurs 6pm-7pm)
This group is an open & safe space for high school girls to support each other and process through many of today's "hot topics" such as anxiety, depression, school stress, friendships, body image, self esteem, healthy communication, social media, etc. ...
Hosted by Nikkie Evans
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, Owner
Verified Verified
Group meets in Northbrook, IL 60062
This group is an open & safe space for high school girls to support each other and process through many of today's "hot topics" such as anxiety, depression, school stress, friendships, body image, self esteem, healthy communication, social media, etc. ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Des Plaines?
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.