SCT® Therapy and SCT® Training groups.
I lead SCT® therapy groups are for people working to develop themselves personally, and SCT® training groups for people interested in learning the Theory of Living Human Systems and its application through direct participation in a SCT training experience. Both ...
I lead SCT® therapy groups are for people working to develop themselves personally, and SCT® training groups for people interested in learning the Theory of Living Human Systems and its application through direct participation in a SCT training experience. Both ...
Tai Chi for Arthritis
I teach a gentle, short form of T'ai Chi that is appropriate for anyone who seeks a style that is easy on the joints. I'm currently teaching an in-person Tai Chi for Arthritis class for adults 55+ years of age ...
Hosted by Ruth Q. Leibowitz
Psychologist, PhD, SEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97214
I teach a gentle, short form of T'ai Chi that is appropriate for anyone who seeks a style that is easy on the joints. I'm currently teaching an in-person Tai Chi for Arthritis class for adults 55+ years of age ...
Parenting with Collaboration & Empathy
(EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP, NOT A THERAPY GROUP) For parents desiring stronger & more meaningful relationships with their kids & supporting their kids' developing more insight & skills for self-control, self-expression, & relating to others. Derived from presenter's experience using Collaborative Problem ...
Hosted by Teletherapy Telehealth Counseling Eric Lane Eubank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, CYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97232
(EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP, NOT A THERAPY GROUP) For parents desiring stronger & more meaningful relationships with their kids & supporting their kids' developing more insight & skills for self-control, self-expression, & relating to others. Derived from presenter's experience using Collaborative Problem ...
Mohandessi Psych, LLC Portland Office
Office hours 9 am to 5 pm by appointment only
Hosted by Soroush Mohandessi
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97205
Office hours 9 am to 5 pm by appointment only
Imagination in the Body Dream Group
Using a community-healing dreamwork approach, this group explores dreams, community ritual, and the body.
Hosted by Dr. Kimberly Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97209
Using a community-healing dreamwork approach, this group explores dreams, community ritual, and the body.
Women Transitioning Through Divorce
Hosted by Dr. Kathleen R Gillis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97219
Adult ADHD Support Hub
This 4 person support hub meets weekly by zoom on Tuesday and sets up times for coworking and support as needed. We provide structure and support to choose a project, identify key tasks, and remove blocks to moving ahead. Get ...
This 4 person support hub meets weekly by zoom on Tuesday and sets up times for coworking and support as needed. We provide structure and support to choose a project, identify key tasks, and remove blocks to moving ahead. Get ...
DBT skills training group
This group offers clients a space to learn many important skills to help them build the life they want. The material includes mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.
Hosted by Tracy Jendritza
Psychologist, PsyD, DBT-LBC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97210
This group offers clients a space to learn many important skills to help them build the life they want. The material includes mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.
Recovery support, Communication, Self Compassion
A weekly 90 minute support group to process ongoing recovery.
Hosted by Jenene Belshe
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, BS, CADCII, QMHA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97202
A weekly 90 minute support group to process ongoing recovery.
Mid Day Mindfulness
Mindfulness based treatment of depression, anxiety, and stress reduction for adults of all ages. This small group is in a very comfortable and friendly setting conducive to building skills that improve mood, overall health and wellbeing, and extend those in ...
Hosted by David A Sangster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97203
Mindfulness based treatment of depression, anxiety, and stress reduction for adults of all ages. This small group is in a very comfortable and friendly setting conducive to building skills that improve mood, overall health and wellbeing, and extend those in ...
Facing the Shadows PDX
Do you have a secret? A habit you cannot control? Is sex or porn all you think about? Have you tried to stop a sexual behavior, but failed? Facing the Shadow PDX is a weekly men's group supporting recovery from ...
Hosted by New Pattern Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC, II, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gresham, OR 97030
Do you have a secret? A habit you cannot control? Is sex or porn all you think about? Have you tried to stop a sexual behavior, but failed? Facing the Shadow PDX is a weekly men's group supporting recovery from ...
Empowered Ethical Non Monogamy
Whether you are becoming interested in ethical non-monogamy or have been practicing for a while, navigating relationships can be confusing, overwhelming and challenging. In this group we support one another in unpacking our experiences and learning healthy dynamics, in order ...
Hosted by Justine Cuthbertson (Accepting New Clients)
Clinical Social Work Associate
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97217
Whether you are becoming interested in ethical non-monogamy or have been practicing for a while, navigating relationships can be confusing, overwhelming and challenging. In this group we support one another in unpacking our experiences and learning healthy dynamics, in order ...
Reiki Meditation + Healing Circle
On the second Friday of every month, I hold a meditation and Reiki healing circle at my office in NW Portland. This is a donation-based and inclusive space. I believe energetic wellness is healthcare for the self, the community, and ...
Hosted by Satya Gaia Grace
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CHT, RM, TRY
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97209
On the second Friday of every month, I hold a meditation and Reiki healing circle at my office in NW Portland. This is a donation-based and inclusive space. I believe energetic wellness is healthcare for the self, the community, and ...
Teen Girls Group for Managing Anxiety & Depression
Teens are in need of connection. The rise in anxiety, depression and fear of socialization has inspired me to form this group. My intention is to help teens learn mindfulness practices to self regulate and gain tools for self awareness ...
Hosted by Angela Guerrero Chapin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97232
Teens are in need of connection. The rise in anxiety, depression and fear of socialization has inspired me to form this group. My intention is to help teens learn mindfulness practices to self regulate and gain tools for self awareness ...
Healing Through: survivors of childhood trauma
Did you experience trauma in childhood? From divorced parents, bullying, or sexual trauma, to living with a parent with substance abuse or mental illness, adverse childhood experiences can often leave us lacking the closeness we want in our relationships or ...
Hosted by Lauren Summer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97211
Did you experience trauma in childhood? From divorced parents, bullying, or sexual trauma, to living with a parent with substance abuse or mental illness, adverse childhood experiences can often leave us lacking the closeness we want in our relationships or ...
TRE. Trauma and Tension Release Exercises
TRE is a set of 7 exercises that fatigue muscles in order to create a natural shaking mechanism, releasing stress and tension from the body. This class is done in a small group setting. traumaprevention.com for more information.
Hosted by Kyla Cadieux, LCSW Portland Cognitive Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97203
TRE is a set of 7 exercises that fatigue muscles in order to create a natural shaking mechanism, releasing stress and tension from the body. This class is done in a small group setting. traumaprevention.com for more information.
Lifecraft!
Lifecraft is an exciting new treatment method which uses games to facilitate change. Currently we use Dungeons and Dragons as a therapy aid to help with social skills, social anxiety, personal growth, and mild depression. Find out more at lifecraftgaming.com.
Hosted by Cory Miguel Cordero
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97214
Lifecraft is an exciting new treatment method which uses games to facilitate change. Currently we use Dungeons and Dragons as a therapy aid to help with social skills, social anxiety, personal growth, and mild depression. Find out more at lifecraftgaming.com.
Women's Processing Circle
We use movement, meditation, journaling, and sharing to process major and minor life events, build resilience, create authentic connection, and shift damaging patterns of thought and behavior. Seeing ourselves reflected in others can aid in our recovery and healing. This ...
Hosted by Shannon Glade, MFT, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, QMHP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97211
We use movement, meditation, journaling, and sharing to process major and minor life events, build resilience, create authentic connection, and shift damaging patterns of thought and behavior. Seeing ourselves reflected in others can aid in our recovery and healing. This ...
Social skills group for kids
Combining art, and role play to teach verbal and non- verbal communication skills, make friends, build relationships, and improve conflict resolution. Registration: For existing clients, please discuss the group with your current therapist and a referral will be made. You’ll ...
Hosted by Joann Lundberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC , ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97210
Combining art, and role play to teach verbal and non- verbal communication skills, make friends, build relationships, and improve conflict resolution. Registration: For existing clients, please discuss the group with your current therapist and a referral will be made. You’ll ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Multnomah County?
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.