Betrayal & Infidelity Support Group
If you've discovered your partner's infidelity & are struggling to heal from this traumatic betrayal of trust, this group is for you. This 4 week group will meet on Saturdays, in-person, starting 06/01/24, where we will discuss & reflect the ...
Hosted by Omar A Ruiz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02481
If you've discovered your partner's infidelity & are struggling to heal from this traumatic betrayal of trust, this group is for you. This 4 week group will meet on Saturdays, in-person, starting 06/01/24, where we will discuss & reflect the ...
Contemporary Counseling and Wellness
Contemporary Counseling and Wellness offers teletherapy and psychological evaluations related to immigration cases to clients in Massachusetts in English and Spanish.
Contemporary Counseling and Wellness offers teletherapy and psychological evaluations related to immigration cases to clients in Massachusetts in English and Spanish.
Mindful Masculnity - 8 Week Mens Group
In this group, we bring the practice of mindfulness to the question of how masculinity impacts various areas of our lives. These areas include relationships (romantic and non-romantic), career, emotional expression, spirituality and sexuality. This group is a supportive space ...
Hosted by Marlo Pedroso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
In this group, we bring the practice of mindfulness to the question of how masculinity impacts various areas of our lives. These areas include relationships (romantic and non-romantic), career, emotional expression, spirituality and sexuality. This group is a supportive space ...
Men and relationships
An exciting opportunity for men to safely explore thier personal relationships with significant others,children,parents,s iblings,and friends,leading to a better understanding of self,development of new skills,and positive solutions to difficulties men may encounter in their daily lives.Societal expectation of masculinity and ...
Hosted by John 'Jack' Bonina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Northampton, MA 01060
An exciting opportunity for men to safely explore thier personal relationships with significant others,children,parents,s iblings,and friends,leading to a better understanding of self,development of new skills,and positive solutions to difficulties men may encounter in their daily lives.Societal expectation of masculinity and ...
FREE Co-Regulation Group for Women
Welcome! I'm excited to get to know you in this FREE virtual space for women on their healing journeys. We begin each group with a body-scan meditation, breathwork exercise and then transition into introductions and connecting with other women. We ...
Welcome! I'm excited to get to know you in this FREE virtual space for women on their healing journeys. We begin each group with a body-scan meditation, breathwork exercise and then transition into introductions and connecting with other women. We ...
Support Group for Parents and Guardians of Teens
If it takes a village - let's build one. This psycho-educational group will cover all the hot topics of Teenhood including "where did my sweet baby go?", how to foster a positive relationship, promoting motivation for school, behavioral issues, Teenage ...
Hosted by Shlomit Cohen - Yashar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Andover, MA 01810
If it takes a village - let's build one. This psycho-educational group will cover all the hot topics of Teenhood including "where did my sweet baby go?", how to foster a positive relationship, promoting motivation for school, behavioral issues, Teenage ...
Newton Therapy Cooperative
The Newton Therapy Cooperative is a group of experienced private practice clinicians with expertise in adolescent, adult, family, and marital therapy. Our mission is to provide effective psychotherapy for a diverse clientele in a warm, inclusive, and safe environment that ...
The Newton Therapy Cooperative is a group of experienced private practice clinicians with expertise in adolescent, adult, family, and marital therapy. Our mission is to provide effective psychotherapy for a diverse clientele in a warm, inclusive, and safe environment that ...
Men's Group
Hosted by Matt Stella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DiplPW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Salem, MA 01970
Substance Use Disorder/Dual Diagnosis
In this group, participants will learn about the roots of substance abuse, how to navigate internal and external triggers, and build effective coping skills to process how thoughts and feelings elicit substance seeking behaviors. Often, substance abuse is a symptom ...
Hosted by Caitlin Werner
Counselor, CGS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Bedford, MA 02740
In this group, participants will learn about the roots of substance abuse, how to navigate internal and external triggers, and build effective coping skills to process how thoughts and feelings elicit substance seeking behaviors. Often, substance abuse is a symptom ...
Therapy Group for Middle Schoolers
The Middle School Connections Group addresses the obstacles that many kids face in what some describe as the most socially and emotionally challenging phases of life, middle school. The students have an opportunity to build connections with other group members ...
Hosted by Christopher Morton
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Arlington, MA 02474
The Middle School Connections Group addresses the obstacles that many kids face in what some describe as the most socially and emotionally challenging phases of life, middle school. The students have an opportunity to build connections with other group members ...
Latency Age Anger Management Group
This group is designed to address the developmental needs of younger children, 10-13 years, who are struggling with impulse controls within their school and family. Students generally require IEP supports to make effective academic progress. Social skill development is focused ...
Hosted by Copernican Clinical Services
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newton, MA 02458
This group is designed to address the developmental needs of younger children, 10-13 years, who are struggling with impulse controls within their school and family. Students generally require IEP supports to make effective academic progress. Social skill development is focused ...
Postpardum Depression & Anxiety
We have a postpartum depression and anxiety group beginning on September 8th, running virtually & weekly on WEDNESDAYS at 4.30 p.m.! Please contact us if you would like to be a part of this! We look forward to meeting you ...
Hosted by Inspiring Insight
Counselor, LMHC, CAGS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Plainville, MA 02762
We have a postpartum depression and anxiety group beginning on September 8th, running virtually & weekly on WEDNESDAYS at 4.30 p.m.! Please contact us if you would like to be a part of this! We look forward to meeting you ...
Norwood Behavioral Health
Hosted by Norwood Behavioral Health
Treatment Center, MD, PMHNP, LICSW, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norwood, MA 02062
Sisters of Aya
Sisters of Aya provides emotional and psychoeducational support to women of color who experience fertility challenges and/or pregnancy/infant loss. This unique 5-week group will allow women of color to collectively process, grieve, love, and support each other, while engaging in ...
Hosted by Rising Hope Counseling and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brookline, MA 02446
Sisters of Aya provides emotional and psychoeducational support to women of color who experience fertility challenges and/or pregnancy/infant loss. This unique 5-week group will allow women of color to collectively process, grieve, love, and support each other, while engaging in ...
Monthly Online Healing and Support Circle
Monthly online Loss and Grief Support Circle via Zoom. Begins with brief meditation, poetry followed by simple grief and healing exercises and discussion. Information posted on all social media platforms @animaltalksinc
Monthly online Loss and Grief Support Circle via Zoom. Begins with brief meditation, poetry followed by simple grief and healing exercises and discussion. Information posted on all social media platforms @animaltalksinc
partners of men with prostate cancer
Treatment for prostate cancer can be traumatic and stressful - not just for the patient, but for his partner as well. Patients and their partners are often shocked by the many side-effects of cancer treatment. This group offers partners of ...
Hosted by Marianne Brandon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
Treatment for prostate cancer can be traumatic and stressful - not just for the patient, but for his partner as well. Patients and their partners are often shocked by the many side-effects of cancer treatment. This group offers partners of ...
Group Chat
Group Chat: Exploring Friendships & Relationships for LGBTQ+ Youth
AGES 11-14 | TUESDAYS AT 6PM | ON ZOOM AGES 15-18 | THURSDAYS AT 6PM | ON ZOOM In this 10-week group, members will explore the joys and intricacies of relationships ...
Group Chat: Exploring Friendships & Relationships for LGBTQ+ Youth
AGES 11-14 | TUESDAYS AT 6PM | ON ZOOM AGES 15-18 | THURSDAYS AT 6PM | ON ZOOM In this 10-week group, members will explore the joys and intricacies of relationships ...
Ellie Mental Health
Hosted by Jordanne Howell-Walton
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newton, MA 02464
The Mind-Body-Spirit Connection:
How to intentionally change your life for the better. Much has been written about the mind-body-spirit connection, but what does this connection mean and how is it relevant to people’s lives – to addressing the emotional, physical and spiritual struggles ...
Hosted by Virginia Bradley Hines
Counselor, PA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Concord, MA 01742
How to intentionally change your life for the better. Much has been written about the mind-body-spirit connection, but what does this connection mean and how is it relevant to people’s lives – to addressing the emotional, physical and spiritual struggles ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Massachusetts?
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.