Teachable Moments Therapy Group
Hosted by Carin Hamilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hampton, VA 23669
Social Skills & Emotional Regulation
This group is for ages 8 to 9 resuming in September 2023 meeting on Fridays in person at 5 pm
Hosted by Janell Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, RPT, ACS, WISA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Alexandria, VA 22314
This group is for ages 8 to 9 resuming in September 2023 meeting on Fridays in person at 5 pm
AAMFT
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy 112 South Alfred Street Alexandria, VA 22314-3061
Hosted by Nelson & Bullitt County Counseling Center
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, MMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Alexandria, VA 22314
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy 112 South Alfred Street Alexandria, VA 22314-3061
Hold Me Tight: Conversations for Connection
The Hold Me Tight Program is a 16 hour educational course for couples hoping to foster a deeper connection with their partner. The program is based on the theory and practice of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. Couples will learn about ...
Hosted by LuAnn C. Oliver, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in McLean, VA 22101
The Hold Me Tight Program is a 16 hour educational course for couples hoping to foster a deeper connection with their partner. The program is based on the theory and practice of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. Couples will learn about ...
Teen and Adult 15-Week DBT Skills Group(s)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Group at Clarity Counseling provides clients with practical, concrete coping skills in the areas of mindfulness, relationships & communication, regulating emotions and dealing with stress. These groups run for 15-weeks and spends 3-5 weeks per module ...
Hosted by Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gainesville, VA 20155
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Group at Clarity Counseling provides clients with practical, concrete coping skills in the areas of mindfulness, relationships & communication, regulating emotions and dealing with stress. These groups run for 15-weeks and spends 3-5 weeks per module ...
Virtual OCD Club: ERP Skills in Practice
Our weekly Sunday virtual support group that brainstorms new ERP activities for participants to complete over the next week. Leverage the benefit of peer learning, group accountability to challenge each other to keeping working through our fear hierarchy. Creative brainstorming, ...
Hosted by Exposure Therapy Designs
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Alexandria, VA 22307
Our weekly Sunday virtual support group that brainstorms new ERP activities for participants to complete over the next week. Leverage the benefit of peer learning, group accountability to challenge each other to keeping working through our fear hierarchy. Creative brainstorming, ...
Resilience Under the Rainbow
This 12-session virtual group focuses on building resilience in the LGBTQ+ community through defining and feeling good about your LGBTQ+ identity, coping with negative messages, and forming a positive community.
Hosted by Caitlyn Laux Treadway
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norfolk, VA 23502
This 12-session virtual group focuses on building resilience in the LGBTQ+ community through defining and feeling good about your LGBTQ+ identity, coping with negative messages, and forming a positive community.
Middle School and High School groups for girls.
My groups are 75 minute, in-person meetings, focusing on the current needs of the members. Art, games, and talking about our members needs are highlighted during group meetings. High School group meets Mondays from 6:15 to 7:30 pm and Middle ...
Hosted by Elizabeth B Black
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charlottesville, VA 22901
My groups are 75 minute, in-person meetings, focusing on the current needs of the members. Art, games, and talking about our members needs are highlighted during group meetings. High School group meets Mondays from 6:15 to 7:30 pm and Middle ...
River Rose Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Private outpatient mental health care.
Hosted by Catherine L Burcham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Galax, VA 24333
Private outpatient mental health care.
Stepping Stones Counseling Services
Hosted by Brenda L Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S, CSAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chesapeake, VA 23321
DBT Skills Group
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Group
Hosted by Alan Von Kleiss
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bon Air, VA 23235
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Group
LGBT+ Teens Process Group
Brian Rink will be leading a weekly in-person process group with therapist Roland Scheppske for LGBTQIA+ teenagers between 14 - 18 years old beginning Sept 2024 on Tuesdays at 6p. This group is capped at 8 participants and focuses on ...
Hosted by Brian John Rink
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22207
Brian Rink will be leading a weekly in-person process group with therapist Roland Scheppske for LGBTQIA+ teenagers between 14 - 18 years old beginning Sept 2024 on Tuesdays at 6p. This group is capped at 8 participants and focuses on ...
Sex Offender Treatment Group
Group therapy provided by a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider in Virginia, Dr. Darren C. Brennan, PsyD. Group meets weekly either Tuesdays 6-8pm or Fridays 4-6pm via telehealth. Participants pay monthly in full a flat rate for treatment on or ...
Hosted by Darren C Brennan
Psychologist, PsyD, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Reston, VA 20191
Group therapy provided by a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider in Virginia, Dr. Darren C. Brennan, PsyD. Group meets weekly either Tuesdays 6-8pm or Fridays 4-6pm via telehealth. Participants pay monthly in full a flat rate for treatment on or ...
Men's Sex Addiction Group
This men's sex addiction group is for those who have entered into a recovery process and are focused on exploring the underlying trauma issues and family-of-origin dynamics contributing to the addictive behavior. In addition there is emphasis on improving relationship ...
Hosted by Relational Recovery Institute
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Leesburg, VA 20175
This men's sex addiction group is for those who have entered into a recovery process and are focused on exploring the underlying trauma issues and family-of-origin dynamics contributing to the addictive behavior. In addition there is emphasis on improving relationship ...
Adult Interpersonal Process (Virtual) M or Th
An interpersonal process group can be used to accomplish many different types of relational and personal goals. By discussing our challenges, desires, fears, and worldviews with others, we are able to discover both the way we impact others and where ...
Hosted by Mind Over Matter Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, RIC, ME
Verified Verified
Group meets in Virginia Beach, VA 23454
An interpersonal process group can be used to accomplish many different types of relational and personal goals. By discussing our challenges, desires, fears, and worldviews with others, we are able to discover both the way we impact others and where ...
Autistic Teen Short-Term Group
This group promotes a positive and individual understanding of what it means to be Autistic. The group includes a mix of educational content (e.g. understanding sensory needs) as well as opportunities for self-exploration on a variety of topics important in ...
Hosted by Laura Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Falls Church, VA 22044
This group promotes a positive and individual understanding of what it means to be Autistic. The group includes a mix of educational content (e.g. understanding sensory needs) as well as opportunities for self-exploration on a variety of topics important in ...
Experiential Therapy for Therapists
Closed experiential group for students, residents, and licensed professionals in mental healthcare field (counselors; social workers; psychologists; dance, art, or music therapists; psychiatrists; life coaches). It is offered virtually or in-person. The group will provide a safe space for working ...
Hosted by Sibila Jahangiri
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPC-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Alexandria, VA 22314
Closed experiential group for students, residents, and licensed professionals in mental healthcare field (counselors; social workers; psychologists; dance, art, or music therapists; psychiatrists; life coaches). It is offered virtually or in-person. The group will provide a safe space for working ...
Intensive In Home Services for Virginia Medicaid
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Individuals qualifying for in-home counseling shall demonstrate a clinical necessity for the service arising from mental, behavioral or emotional illness which results in significant functional impairments in major life activities. The diagnosis must be the primary clinical issue ...
Hosted by Connect to Care Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC-S, LPC-AS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Alexandria, VA 22314
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Individuals qualifying for in-home counseling shall demonstrate a clinical necessity for the service arising from mental, behavioral or emotional illness which results in significant functional impairments in major life activities. The diagnosis must be the primary clinical issue ...
Women's Psychotherapy Group
Are you focusing your energy on taking care of others, even at the expense of your own personal fulfillment? Are you seeking deeper connections? Are you ready to find new ways to make meaningful changes in your life? You are ...
Hosted by Cathi Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22031
Are you focusing your energy on taking care of others, even at the expense of your own personal fulfillment? Are you seeking deeper connections? Are you ready to find new ways to make meaningful changes in your life? You are ...
True Story Diabetes
Calling all people with pre/diabetes who are confused, overwhelmed, tired of medications, and fed up with falling off the wagon with lifestyle changes. Together, we will get clear on reliable information sources to educate yourself and be an informed patient, ...
Hosted by Jennie Samuel Coaching
Occupational Therapist, OTD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Haymarket, VA 20169
Calling all people with pre/diabetes who are confused, overwhelmed, tired of medications, and fed up with falling off the wagon with lifestyle changes. Together, we will get clear on reliable information sources to educate yourself and be an informed patient, ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Virginia?
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.