Restoring Trauma: Skills Group
In this three week workshop, you will gain education on some of the basic principles of trauma and learn how to apply practical skills that can be used in your personal and/ or professional life. These skills will serve to ...
Hosted by Stephanie Hurlburt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Eau Claire, WI 54701
In this three week workshop, you will gain education on some of the basic principles of trauma and learn how to apply practical skills that can be used in your personal and/ or professional life. These skills will serve to ...
Perfectionists seeking peace
Currently recruiting adults seeking group therapy for support around perfectionism. This group will commence after recruiting participants and individual screening with facilitating therapist. This group will meet weekly for 6 weeks to discuss how perfectionism has affected members, and seek ...
Hosted by Megan Fitzpatrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, JD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, WI 53715
Currently recruiting adults seeking group therapy for support around perfectionism. This group will commence after recruiting participants and individual screening with facilitating therapist. This group will meet weekly for 6 weeks to discuss how perfectionism has affected members, and seek ...
Life By the Reins Groups
These fun, interactive groups are for children ages 5 to 18 with challenges that affect their interpersonal relationships and abilities to read social cues. Generally grouped by age or "best fit", participants meet weekly in small group settings with individualized ...
Hosted by LifeStriders, Inc.
Treatment Center, MS, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Waukesha, WI 53188
These fun, interactive groups are for children ages 5 to 18 with challenges that affect their interpersonal relationships and abilities to read social cues. Generally grouped by age or "best fit", participants meet weekly in small group settings with individualized ...
Self-Esteem and Self-Compassion
Tired of putting yourself last? Want to love yourself without so much effort? Join a small group of 4-6 people to meet and discuss struggles with self-esteem and self-compassion. Weekly meetings will run for 6-8 weeks and every meeting is ...
Hosted by Kate Engle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Appleton, WI 54915
Tired of putting yourself last? Want to love yourself without so much effort? Join a small group of 4-6 people to meet and discuss struggles with self-esteem and self-compassion. Weekly meetings will run for 6-8 weeks and every meeting is ...
Primary Outpatient Program (POP)
Arbor Place, Inc. is happy to offer Primary Outpatient Program (POP) as an intensive outpatient substance use disorder treatment. POP provides a structured treatment experience for clients. Clients receive information, assistance in structuring a substance-free lifestyle, and support to achieve ...
Hosted by Arbor Place, Inc.
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Menomonie, WI 54751
Arbor Place, Inc. is happy to offer Primary Outpatient Program (POP) as an intensive outpatient substance use disorder treatment. POP provides a structured treatment experience for clients. Clients receive information, assistance in structuring a substance-free lifestyle, and support to achieve ...
Eating Disorder and Mental Health Support Network
The Eating Disorder and Mental Health Support Network is dedicated to providing quality, person-centered mental health services to individuals, families and communities impacted by eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other life and mental health challenges. We welcome individuals and ...
Hosted by Shannon Adamczyk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, WI 53719
The Eating Disorder and Mental Health Support Network is dedicated to providing quality, person-centered mental health services to individuals, families and communities impacted by eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other life and mental health challenges. We welcome individuals and ...
Forward Counseling and Consultation
Group Practice-Forward Counseling and Consultation
Hosted by Annette L Haas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Monona, WI 53713
Group Practice-Forward Counseling and Consultation
Emdria Consultation Groups
One group is worth 10 individual sessions. I usually have EMDR consultation groups for therapists seeking certification hours and basic training hours. Other groups that may be starting are DBT, the Artist’s Way, and a couples group.
Hosted by Leah Schaut
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kenosha, WI 53140
One group is worth 10 individual sessions. I usually have EMDR consultation groups for therapists seeking certification hours and basic training hours. Other groups that may be starting are DBT, the Artist’s Way, and a couples group.
Groups are currently closed
Groups are currently closed.
Hosted by Dr. John Ernst
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brookfield, WI 53005
Groups are currently closed.
Celebrate Recovery
This is a Christian 12-Step recovery group offering services to those with hurts, hang-ups, or habits. We follow the principles of the Beatitudes and of AA's 12-Step program. Meetings start with worship and a large-group teaching or testimony. Then we ...
Hosted by Tom J. Gozinske
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richland Center, WI 53581
This is a Christian 12-Step recovery group offering services to those with hurts, hang-ups, or habits. We follow the principles of the Beatitudes and of AA's 12-Step program. Meetings start with worship and a large-group teaching or testimony. Then we ...
Infertility Support Group
This FREE infertility support group is a group for individuals and couples who are struggling with fertility challenges. It is open to patients at any clinic or those not involved in active medical treatment of infertility. There is no charge ...
Hosted by Ruth Ellen Saul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, WI 53705
This FREE infertility support group is a group for individuals and couples who are struggling with fertility challenges. It is open to patients at any clinic or those not involved in active medical treatment of infertility. There is no charge ...
DBT Teen Girls Group - Coming Soon!
CURRENT OPENINGS! Teens girls group 14-17. This group 8 week long group provides a peer community where teens can develop skills to increase self esteem, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, while navigating the stressors of being a teenager. This group ...
Hosted by Fallyn E Duque
Art Therapist, MS, ATR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oconomowoc, WI 53066
CURRENT OPENINGS! Teens girls group 14-17. This group 8 week long group provides a peer community where teens can develop skills to increase self esteem, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, while navigating the stressors of being a teenager. This group ...
Tier 1 DBT Skills
Introductory group meeting weekly. New skills are introduced each week with assigned homework for practice. Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment that is derived from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. DBT skills groups are an effective treatment for a wide ...
Hosted by Sharon L Kleppe
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oconomowoc, WI 53066
Introductory group meeting weekly. New skills are introduced each week with assigned homework for practice. Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment that is derived from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. DBT skills groups are an effective treatment for a wide ...
The Healing Power of Nature
Spending time in nature while utilizing some simple, safe experiential techniques is an incredibly powerful way to help heal and realign your mind, emotions, body and soul. I am offering individual and small group encounters in the Southern Kettle Moraine ...
Spending time in nature while utilizing some simple, safe experiential techniques is an incredibly powerful way to help heal and realign your mind, emotions, body and soul. I am offering individual and small group encounters in the Southern Kettle Moraine ...
KWAFTC
Kimberley Welk & Associates | Family Therapy Center is a state-certified outpatient mental health clinic located in Green Bay. The clinic is currently home to 11 therapists who serve various client populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. In addition to ...
Hosted by Kimberley Welk & Assoc. | Family Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Green Bay, WI 54304
Kimberley Welk & Associates | Family Therapy Center is a state-certified outpatient mental health clinic located in Green Bay. The clinic is currently home to 11 therapists who serve various client populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. In addition to ...
Adult DBT Group
The DBT group is open to adults 18 and older, who are currently working with a therapist and would like additional support and/or skills to cope with overwhelming emotions. This is a skills-based psychoeducational group that will focus on the ...
Hosted by Balance of Mind Counseling & Behavioral Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSAT, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Union Grove, WI 53182
The DBT group is open to adults 18 and older, who are currently working with a therapist and would like additional support and/or skills to cope with overwhelming emotions. This is a skills-based psychoeducational group that will focus on the ...
Binge Eating Disorder Group
This is a 14-week skills building group for up to 8 people with significant problems associated with frequent out-of-control binge eating. We will learn skills for how to manage emotions and stress, how to engage in mindful, controlled eating, and ...
Hosted by Heather Meggers-Wright
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wausau, WI 54401
This is a 14-week skills building group for up to 8 people with significant problems associated with frequent out-of-control binge eating. We will learn skills for how to manage emotions and stress, how to engage in mindful, controlled eating, and ...
Mom's Therapy Group
Are you feeling drained and overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood? You're not alone! Sign up now to connect with other moms facing similar challenges and learn practical strategies to reclaim your energy and find joy in motherhood. Whether you're ...
Hosted by Blue Willow Counseling and Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSE, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Milwaukee, WI 53209
Are you feeling drained and overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood? You're not alone! Sign up now to connect with other moms facing similar challenges and learn practical strategies to reclaim your energy and find joy in motherhood. Whether you're ...
New Parent Support Group - Starting February 7!
Being a new parent is super hard! And there is no reason to do it alone. Jeni is leading this group where we will talk about the transition to parenthood, returning to work or not, taking care of yourself, and ...
Hosted by Emily Aleksy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Glendale, WI 53217
Being a new parent is super hard! And there is no reason to do it alone. Jeni is leading this group where we will talk about the transition to parenthood, returning to work or not, taking care of yourself, and ...
Mental Health Skills Group
The Mental Health Skills Group is a group that combines DBT and CBT for an engaging group to improve mental health. Participants are taught skills that they can practice and discuss each week to manage stress, anxiety, depression, etc. This ...
The Mental Health Skills Group is a group that combines DBT and CBT for an engaging group to improve mental health. Participants are taught skills that they can practice and discuss each week to manage stress, anxiety, depression, etc. This ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Wisconsin?
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.