Teen DBT Skills Group
DBT Skills Training Dialectic Behavioral Therapy is a Mindfulness Based, research validated approach with skills in the following areas: Mindfulness-the practice of being fully aware and present in this one moment; Distress Tolerance- how to tolerate pain in difficult situations, ...
Hosted by Lovetta M. Ritchie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chesapeake, VA 23320
DBT Skills Training Dialectic Behavioral Therapy is a Mindfulness Based, research validated approach with skills in the following areas: Mindfulness-the practice of being fully aware and present in this one moment; Distress Tolerance- how to tolerate pain in difficult situations, ...
Virtual Teen Eating Disorder Processing Group
Offering summer support for teens, ages 12-18, who need support ini managing a negative body image. Group topics include the following: Improving Body Image, Challenging Eating Disorder Urges, The Impact of Social Media on your ED, Learning Self-Compassion, What is ...
Hosted by Susan Ross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, CCTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Alexandria, VA 22314
Offering summer support for teens, ages 12-18, who need support ini managing a negative body image. Group topics include the following: Improving Body Image, Challenging Eating Disorder Urges, The Impact of Social Media on your ED, Learning Self-Compassion, What is ...
Sexual Assault Support group for Adolescences
As of June 2022, Sexual Assault support groups for all genders and all sexual identities will be available for adolescents. As a group, the focus will be on how sexual violence or how the assault has affected the teen's mental ...
Hosted by Christina R. Phelps
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, QMHP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22201
As of June 2022, Sexual Assault support groups for all genders and all sexual identities will be available for adolescents. As a group, the focus will be on how sexual violence or how the assault has affected the teen's mental ...
Mood Repair and Management - Group now forming.
Is an on-going process and support group for men and women working to understand and manage depression and anxiety. We'll use the The Mood and Repair Toolkit by David Clark, PhD as we learn the skills and techniques to manage ...
Hosted by Bello Counseling, LLC
Counselor, LPC, CCEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lexington, VA 24450
Is an on-going process and support group for men and women working to understand and manage depression and anxiety. We'll use the The Mood and Repair Toolkit by David Clark, PhD as we learn the skills and techniques to manage ...
Art Therapy for Emotional Self-Regulation
This Art Therapy group encourages children to identify, name, and express strong emotions in a healthy manner using art projects for self-exploration and selfregulation. In this group, kids are encouraged to share and communicate with peers while feeling a sense ...
Hosted by EverWhen Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
This Art Therapy group encourages children to identify, name, and express strong emotions in a healthy manner using art projects for self-exploration and selfregulation. In this group, kids are encouraged to share and communicate with peers while feeling a sense ...
Virtual Professionals in Recovery
A secure environment for professionals to engage in their recovery journey among peers. 12-Step based, online, weekly. Free.
Hosted by Kimberley L Berlin
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCSW, CSAC, MAC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Leesburg, VA 20175
A secure environment for professionals to engage in their recovery journey among peers. 12-Step based, online, weekly. Free.
DBT - Dealing with Difficult Emotions 101
A dialectical behavior therapy skills group that focuses on recognizing, dealing with, accepting, and changing our emotions specifically through the use of the first two DBT skills: mindfulness and distress tolerance. I offer both an evening and a daytime group. ...
Hosted by Crystal Hamling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Falls Church, VA 22046
A dialectical behavior therapy skills group that focuses on recognizing, dealing with, accepting, and changing our emotions specifically through the use of the first two DBT skills: mindfulness and distress tolerance. I offer both an evening and a daytime group. ...
Coming Out Later in Life
This group is for women who have maybe lived in heterosexual circles or are married with kids who are questioning their sexuality, are ready to come out, are not ready but want to talk about it, religious or not, or ...
Hosted by Noelle Castoro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
This group is for women who have maybe lived in heterosexual circles or are married with kids who are questioning their sexuality, are ready to come out, are not ready but want to talk about it, religious or not, or ...
Professional Supervision
Individual and Group Supervision for LPC and ATR credentials online or in person.
Hosted by Kathleen Seow
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23238
Individual and Group Supervision for LPC and ATR credentials online or in person.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) group is a structured therapeutic environment where individuals meet regularly, on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. These groups focus on addressing mental health or substance abuse issues through a comprehensive ...
Hosted by Rebecca Compton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CSAC, MAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Abingdon, VA 24210
Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) group is a structured therapeutic environment where individuals meet regularly, on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. These groups focus on addressing mental health or substance abuse issues through a comprehensive ...
Perfectly Imperfect- Women Empowerment-
This group will focus on women empowerment by identifying and addressing daily barriers, openly expressing our feelings, celebrating our successes and providing guidance, encouragement and acceptance. The goal is for the everyday women to understand just how valuable we our ...
Hosted by Rosa Avant
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP, CSAC, EMDR, SUP-LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Virginia Beach, VA 23464
This group will focus on women empowerment by identifying and addressing daily barriers, openly expressing our feelings, celebrating our successes and providing guidance, encouragement and acceptance. The goal is for the everyday women to understand just how valuable we our ...
LCSW Clinical Supervision
Individual and Group supervision for licensed-eligible social workers. We will go over case studies, critique treatment plans, licensure exam review individually. We will hold group sessions on a monthly basis. Group could be 1 to 2 hours depending on the ...
Hosted by Healthy Mind Counseling & Nutrition
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newport News, VA 23606
Individual and Group supervision for licensed-eligible social workers. We will go over case studies, critique treatment plans, licensure exam review individually. We will hold group sessions on a monthly basis. Group could be 1 to 2 hours depending on the ...
Dual Diagnosis Recovery Program
The DDRP was designed to assist individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Developed from Best Practice Models of the most effective dual diagnosis treatment, it includes age-appropriate interventions and groups for adolescents, young adults, and adults. Treatment ...
Hosted by Craig James
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSATP, MAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashburn, VA 20147
The DDRP was designed to assist individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Developed from Best Practice Models of the most effective dual diagnosis treatment, it includes age-appropriate interventions and groups for adolescents, young adults, and adults. Treatment ...
Free Virtual Parent Support Groups
Worried your teen may not graduate high school or college? Are you struggling to like your son or daughter right now? Do you need to help them but are not really sure where to start? Come to one of our ...
Hosted by Sandstone Care Drug & Alcohol Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chantilly, VA 20151
Worried your teen may not graduate high school or college? Are you struggling to like your son or daughter right now? Do you need to help them but are not really sure where to start? Come to one of our ...
Dual Diagnosis Recovery Program
The Dual Diagnosis Recovery Program is designed for adults dealing with co-existing mental health and substance use issues. Topics for discussion may include: sobriety, career, relationships, and mental or physical health. The DDRP groups may be supplemented with individual, family, ...
Hosted by Cynthia Turner
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCSW, LSATP, MAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashburn, VA 20147
The Dual Diagnosis Recovery Program is designed for adults dealing with co-existing mental health and substance use issues. Topics for discussion may include: sobriety, career, relationships, and mental or physical health. The DDRP groups may be supplemented with individual, family, ...
Online DBT Intro Group
This ten-week group gives a basic introduction to the four Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focus areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation. Please note this is an introduction to DBT. Each focus area will be discussed with practice ...
Hosted by Heather Sauceda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Warrenton, VA 20186
This ten-week group gives a basic introduction to the four Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focus areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation. Please note this is an introduction to DBT. Each focus area will be discussed with practice ...
Trauma Process
A process group for adults who have done trauma work and would like additional support, connection, and to share their story. Learn coping, grounding, and integration as it specifically relates to trauma along with other people who have similar life ...
Hosted by Maureen S Bethea
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
A process group for adults who have done trauma work and would like additional support, connection, and to share their story. Learn coping, grounding, and integration as it specifically relates to trauma along with other people who have similar life ...
Sex Addiction and Porn Addiction Therapy Groups
Psychoeducational group using Patrick Carnes workbook, Facing the Shadows.
Hosted by Susan M Pan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, CDWF, CPTT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Reston, VA 20190
Psychoeducational group using Patrick Carnes workbook, Facing the Shadows.
Support Group and Workshop for First Time Parents
The objective of this workshop is to empower and prepare first-time parents for the exciting and challenging journey of parenthood. Participants will gain insights, practical tips, and a supportive community to help them navigate the early stages of parenting with ...
Hosted by Zhavon Shay Malone @ Deep Connections Counseling
LPC Intern, MEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norfolk, VA 23507
The objective of this workshop is to empower and prepare first-time parents for the exciting and challenging journey of parenthood. Participants will gain insights, practical tips, and a supportive community to help them navigate the early stages of parenting with ...
Separation/Divorce
This divorce group is specifically for those that have decided to separate and or have gone through their divorce. Dealing with feelings of sadness and how to "come out of the dark" and "live life, moving forward". This group is ...
Hosted by Janis Manalang
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MS, ACS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sterling, VA 20165
This divorce group is specifically for those that have decided to separate and or have gone through their divorce. Dealing with feelings of sadness and how to "come out of the dark" and "live life, moving forward". This group is ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Virginia?
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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.