Cultivate Counseling and Wellness
Hosted by Katherine McGuire
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70119
Men's Relationship Issues
6 member group with two co-leaders. Men work on their relationship issues building a high level of trust that provides support and growth for the men. Men commit to weekly presence for a minimum of three months. A man who ...
Hosted by Dr Jim ONeill LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, AAMFT, AAPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Metairie, LA 70002
6 member group with two co-leaders. Men work on their relationship issues building a high level of trust that provides support and growth for the men. Men commit to weekly presence for a minimum of three months. A man who ...
Finding The Fuel
Finding The Fuel is a support group for those suffering with depression. In this group we will support each other in better understanding the struggles associated with the disease and we will help each other discover doors we never knew ...
Hosted by Dr. Pete Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, CLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mandeville, LA 70448
Finding The Fuel is a support group for those suffering with depression. In this group we will support each other in better understanding the struggles associated with the disease and we will help each other discover doors we never knew ...
Adult Aspergers Group
Weekly support group for adults on the Autism Spectrum
Hosted by Aaron Edwards
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Scott, LA 70583
Weekly support group for adults on the Autism Spectrum
The Brotherhood Circle (Virtual Group)
The Brotherhood Circle is a nationwide sanctuary for men aspiring to evolve into the best versions of themselves, albeit exemplary fathers, devoted husbands, or explorers of all aspects of healthy masculinity. Immerse in sessions designed to explore: family dynamics, love ...
Hosted by Eddie St-Vil
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70163
The Brotherhood Circle is a nationwide sanctuary for men aspiring to evolve into the best versions of themselves, albeit exemplary fathers, devoted husbands, or explorers of all aspects of healthy masculinity. Immerse in sessions designed to explore: family dynamics, love ...
8 week Mind-Body Skills group
Learn and practice mind-body skills to become more self-aware, manage stress better, and develop better self-care. Must commit to attend all 8 sessions. New groups begin periodically; if interested contact Mindy to place name on participant list.
Hosted by Melinda (Mindy) Milam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70119
Learn and practice mind-body skills to become more self-aware, manage stress better, and develop better self-care. Must commit to attend all 8 sessions. New groups begin periodically; if interested contact Mindy to place name on participant list.
Young Adult (18+)LGBTQ+ and BIPOC Processing Group
COVID-19 has taken everyone by storm. For those of us in the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities this moment can be even more isolating than ever before. The concerns that were impacting these communities prior to COVID-19 have only intensified. I ...
Hosted by T'airra Belcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Metairie, LA 70001
COVID-19 has taken everyone by storm. For those of us in the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities this moment can be even more isolating than ever before. The concerns that were impacting these communities prior to COVID-19 have only intensified. I ...
(re)Create You- Transformational Support for Moms
Feeling burnout, overwhelmed, exhausted, unfulfilled? We are taught from an early age that one of our most important roles as a girl/woman is to anticipate and provide for others' needs. By the time we become mothers to our own children, ...
Hosted by Hollie B French
Art Therapist, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lafayette, LA 70503
Feeling burnout, overwhelmed, exhausted, unfulfilled? We are taught from an early age that one of our most important roles as a girl/woman is to anticipate and provide for others' needs. By the time we become mothers to our own children, ...
Facing the Shadows
Facing the Shadows is a program for individuals with sexual compulsion and is conducted in an atmosphere of safety, confidentiality, and respect. All new clients are screened to determine if a candidate is a good fit and will derive optimum ...
Hosted by Doug White & Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Facing the Shadows is a program for individuals with sexual compulsion and is conducted in an atmosphere of safety, confidentiality, and respect. All new clients are screened to determine if a candidate is a good fit and will derive optimum ...
Support Group for Teen Moms
Join us virtual or in-person for a free support group targeting young moms. Motherhood is a challenging transition by itself. Teen moms face unique challenges with this transition and can feel very isolated. We are here to help and support ...
Hosted by Katherine Hebert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lafayette, LA 70503
Join us virtual or in-person for a free support group targeting young moms. Motherhood is a challenging transition by itself. Teen moms face unique challenges with this transition and can feel very isolated. We are here to help and support ...
Hypnotherapy Adjunct
Hypnotherapy is a wonderful adjunct to any psychiatric or psychological therapy plan. We hold the same standards regarding the Hippocratic oath--to do no harm. Every client is treated with dignity and respect and accepted without judgement from where they are. ...
Hosted by Mind Path Therapies LLC
Counselor, CCHt, CAHA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lafayette, LA 70506
Hypnotherapy is a wonderful adjunct to any psychiatric or psychological therapy plan. We hold the same standards regarding the Hippocratic oath--to do no harm. Every client is treated with dignity and respect and accepted without judgement from where they are. ...
Therapeutic Breathing and Grief Groups
Weekly Online Therapeutic, Conscious Breathing Groups: Our bodies are living libraries that hold memories and our physical and emotional pain. This deep work helps to access the limiting beliefs that cause discomfort so that we can reframe our past experiences ...
Weekly Online Therapeutic, Conscious Breathing Groups: Our bodies are living libraries that hold memories and our physical and emotional pain. This deep work helps to access the limiting beliefs that cause discomfort so that we can reframe our past experiences ...
Finding Queer Joy: Support group for youth 13-17
For LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals between the ages of 14-17. Are you a teen in the LGBTQ+ community? Are you looking for a group where you can relate to others with similar identities/experiences and grow alongside them? Join our 10 week ...
For LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals between the ages of 14-17. Are you a teen in the LGBTQ+ community? Are you looking for a group where you can relate to others with similar identities/experiences and grow alongside them? Join our 10 week ...
Psychoeducational Group
Hosted by Kimberly F Chiles
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70114
Mindful Arts Group for Teens
This group will integrate the creative arts to support teenagers to express themselves in a safe and supportive environment, develop communication and coping skills, learn to practice mindful awareness and increase self compassion. This group is LGBTQ+ inclusive.
Hosted by Virginia Jensen Peden
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mandeville, LA 70448
This group will integrate the creative arts to support teenagers to express themselves in a safe and supportive environment, develop communication and coping skills, learn to practice mindful awareness and increase self compassion. This group is LGBTQ+ inclusive.
PLPC Supervision
Ms. Osborne is currently accepting PLCPs for supervision in either group or individual settings.
Hosted by Earline W Osborne
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CAC, MEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70127
Ms. Osborne is currently accepting PLCPs for supervision in either group or individual settings.
Anger Management Training Course
Anger is a completely normal, usually healthy, human emotion. But when our reactions become destructive, they can lead to some serious consequences personally, professionally, and socially. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone! There is help available and now ...
Hosted by Nicole Aucoin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lafayette, LA 70503
Anger is a completely normal, usually healthy, human emotion. But when our reactions become destructive, they can lead to some serious consequences personally, professionally, and socially. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone! There is help available and now ...
Grief, Loss, & Bereavement Support Group
Grief seminars and support groups are led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. You’ll gain access to valuable resources to help you recover from your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life.
Hosted by Marlo Best
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Harvey, LA 70059
Grief seminars and support groups are led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. You’ll gain access to valuable resources to help you recover from your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life.
D'Arcy, Bruning & Associates
With over 25 years experience I can help you to experience life fully by providing the tools to manage the stress that comes with living. My approach is client-centered, supportive and accepting. There are many ways to help with difficult ...
Hosted by Patricia D'arcy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70118
With over 25 years experience I can help you to experience life fully by providing the tools to manage the stress that comes with living. My approach is client-centered, supportive and accepting. There are many ways to help with difficult ...
Depression Management
Group is open to interested individuals that are willing to share their views and thoughts with others in an open group setting. The group will be focused on depression management techniques and exercises. Group to be limited to no more ...
Hosted by Eiyana Middleton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Shreveport, LA 71101
Group is open to interested individuals that are willing to share their views and thoughts with others in an open group setting. The group will be focused on depression management techniques and exercises. Group to be limited to no more ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Louisiana?
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.