Bari-Vets Support
This support group is for weight loss surgery patients at 18 months out from surgery. Maintaining motivation, self-care, appetite awareness, mindful eating, combating emotional eating, and dealing with relapses are commonly addressed.
Hosted by Kelly Broadwater
Psychological Associate, LPA, LCMHC, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wilmington, NC 28403
This support group is for weight loss surgery patients at 18 months out from surgery. Maintaining motivation, self-care, appetite awareness, mindful eating, combating emotional eating, and dealing with relapses are commonly addressed.
Yoga with Cobi
45-minute Slow Flow Vinyasa yoga. This course is open to all ages and all mobility levels. Covering the basics of yoga, relaxation, and deep breathing techniques
Hosted by Jacobia K Evans
Counselor, MS, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Greensboro, NC 27401
45-minute Slow Flow Vinyasa yoga. This course is open to all ages and all mobility levels. Covering the basics of yoga, relaxation, and deep breathing techniques
Women's Integrative Counseling
Women's Integrative Counseling offers a transformative journey toward holistic well-being, empowering women to heal and thrive. Through our integrative therapy approach, we guide you to discover peace, self-love, and the life you desire. Our compassionate and highly skilled clinicians provide ...
Hosted by Women's Integrative Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, CMHIMP, CCATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wilmington, NC 28403
Women's Integrative Counseling offers a transformative journey toward holistic well-being, empowering women to heal and thrive. Through our integrative therapy approach, we guide you to discover peace, self-love, and the life you desire. Our compassionate and highly skilled clinicians provide ...
Get Your Head Straight Psychotherapy, PLLC
I make psychotherapy accessible for everyone. The process can be intimidating to some and I want all to be confident that they will be in a warm, comforting environment with the opportunity for light-heartedness, even in challenging times.
Hosted by Jason Wesson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hillsborough, NC 27278
I make psychotherapy accessible for everyone. The process can be intimidating to some and I want all to be confident that they will be in a warm, comforting environment with the opportunity for light-heartedness, even in challenging times.
Redecision Therapy Group
Hosted by Lucille (Lucy) Keenan
Psychologist, MS, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Raleigh, NC 27605
Relationship Recovery Workshop for Women
Announcing the upcoming Relationship Recovery Workshop for Women! This invitational workshop will provide a supportive space for women to explore & work through various personal growth and healing topics. Topics include family of origin, values & boundaries, crisis/trauma responses, self-worth, ...
Hosted by Kisha L Bowser
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gastonia, NC 28054
Announcing the upcoming Relationship Recovery Workshop for Women! This invitational workshop will provide a supportive space for women to explore & work through various personal growth and healing topics. Topics include family of origin, values & boundaries, crisis/trauma responses, self-worth, ...
Ascend recovery centers
Partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient treatment for addiction.Medically assisted treatment (Suboxone) outpatient for addiction. Trauma therapy. Addiction therapy. Assistance with court cases. Virtual offered.
Hosted by Advene Health Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28270
Partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient treatment for addiction.Medically assisted treatment (Suboxone) outpatient for addiction. Trauma therapy. Addiction therapy. Assistance with court cases. Virtual offered.
Good Grief
Have you recently lost a loved one? Grief is as normal to the experience of losing a loved one as joy is to a new birth. Grief is a powerful, distressing emotion that can often lead people to feel overwhelmed ...
Hosted by Rebecca Knowles Floyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Holly Springs, NC 27540
Have you recently lost a loved one? Grief is as normal to the experience of losing a loved one as joy is to a new birth. Grief is a powerful, distressing emotion that can often lead people to feel overwhelmed ...
DBT Group
A Young Adult DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) group provides a supportive environment for individuals aged 18 to 25 to learn and practice essential skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. Led by a trained therapist, sessions typically ...
Hosted by Megan Ashley Smith
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC-A, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28262
A Young Adult DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) group provides a supportive environment for individuals aged 18 to 25 to learn and practice essential skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. Led by a trained therapist, sessions typically ...
Authentic Movement
Authentic Movement was developed by Mary Whitehouse, a dancer and psychotherapist who applied C.G, Jung's method of Active Imagination to movement. The form of Authentic Movement explores the relationship between a mover and a witness - the process of seeing ...
Hosted by Janice Geller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMBT, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Durham, NC 27712
Authentic Movement was developed by Mary Whitehouse, a dancer and psychotherapist who applied C.G, Jung's method of Active Imagination to movement. The form of Authentic Movement explores the relationship between a mover and a witness - the process of seeing ...
Sexual Abuse Recovery Groups
This is a group of 7-9 individuals (presently for women only) who are wanting to heal from sexual abuse issues from their past. The work done in this group is difficult sac and sacred. The support and camaraderie is yet ...
Hosted by Dawn Forrest Sanders
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Raleigh, NC 27615
This is a group of 7-9 individuals (presently for women only) who are wanting to heal from sexual abuse issues from their past. The work done in this group is difficult sac and sacred. The support and camaraderie is yet ...
Yoga
Hosted by Sarah Millman Carley
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA, HSP-PA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28273
Self-Esteem for Female Adolescents
This group is for adolescent females who deal with low self-esteem. Many times the symptoms appear as depression, anxiety, cutting, and bullying behaviors. This group will focus on increasing positive self-image to develop a self-esteem that is healthy and balanced. ...
Hosted by Renaissance Wellness Services, LLC
Counselor, EdD, LCMHCS, NCC, CJSOTS, LCASA
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Pittsboro, NC 27312
This group is for adolescent females who deal with low self-esteem. Many times the symptoms appear as depression, anxiety, cutting, and bullying behaviors. This group will focus on increasing positive self-image to develop a self-esteem that is healthy and balanced. ...
Friends of Dorothy
'Friends of Dorothy' is a group designed for LGBTQ+ individuals looking to build healthier relationships with others, find a supportive community, and strengthen their sense of self. The group will be hosted virtually and begin on September 7th from 6:30pm-8:00pm. ...
Hosted by Justin J. B. (Lgbtq+ Therapist)
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
'Friends of Dorothy' is a group designed for LGBTQ+ individuals looking to build healthier relationships with others, find a supportive community, and strengthen their sense of self. The group will be hosted virtually and begin on September 7th from 6:30pm-8:00pm. ...
Thrive Counseling and Wellness
Hosted by Dakota Sain
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHC-A
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hickory, NC 28602
Groves Counseling Center
Sessions are set by client and Counselor to fit your time needs
Hosted by The Groves Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LPCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gastonia, NC 28054
Sessions are set by client and Counselor to fit your time needs
Ethical Polyamory and Non-Monogamy- PAUSED
Individuals currently in open relationships, those thinking about opening up, experienced non-monogamous people, and anyone curious about non-traditional relationship styles will combine to gain a deepened understanding. The essential components of healthy communication, setting boundaries, coping with jealousy, and ethical ...
Hosted by Jan Tate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mebane, NC 27302
Individuals currently in open relationships, those thinking about opening up, experienced non-monogamous people, and anyone curious about non-traditional relationship styles will combine to gain a deepened understanding. The essential components of healthy communication, setting boundaries, coping with jealousy, and ethical ...
DRG Counseling, Inc.
DRG Counseling is a Group Psychotherapy/Counseling Practice located in Raleigh, NC. We provide Individual & Family counseling to Children, Adolescents & Adults. We have several Therapists with unique areas of Specialties. DRG Counseling is conveniently located off the Beltline, close ...
Hosted by LaCresha Davis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC , LCAS, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Raleigh, NC 27612
DRG Counseling is a Group Psychotherapy/Counseling Practice located in Raleigh, NC. We provide Individual & Family counseling to Children, Adolescents & Adults. We have several Therapists with unique areas of Specialties. DRG Counseling is conveniently located off the Beltline, close ...
"Soaring for Change"
Hosted by Soar for Change/Kelly C Henson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCAS, CMIP, SBRM, Reiki, M
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clayton, NC 27527
North Raleigh Mental Health and Wellness
Our licensed therapists offer well-rounded, researched-based treatment approaches to target most mental health symptoms. Our goal is for you to feel better about yourself and your life. We specialize in working with adolescents and adults who seek changes with the ...
Our licensed therapists offer well-rounded, researched-based treatment approaches to target most mental health symptoms. Our goal is for you to feel better about yourself and your life. We specialize in working with adolescents and adults who seek changes with the ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in North Carolina?
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.