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 ...
Postpartum Workshops
Support for Mothers and Nonbinary Parents who have given birth in the last two years. Each topic will meet for two sessions each month, on alternating Saturdays. New topics monthly include: overwhelming emotions, anxiety, depression, self-image/self-concept, partnership, community, parenting, breaking ...
Hosted by Nura Christine Capriglione
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, WI 53703
Support for Mothers and Nonbinary Parents who have given birth in the last two years. Each topic will meet for two sessions each month, on alternating Saturdays. New topics monthly include: overwhelming emotions, anxiety, depression, self-image/self-concept, partnership, community, parenting, breaking ...
Clinical Supervision
Group supervision provides graduates and therapists on the licensure track to get the required training hours to qualify and get prepared for full licensure in the state of Wisconsin and Colorado.
Hosted by HappinessNow Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Neenah, WI 54956
Group supervision provides graduates and therapists on the licensure track to get the required training hours to qualify and get prepared for full licensure in the state of Wisconsin and Colorado.
Adult Autism Support Groups, LifeStance Madison
This is a telehealth group for adults on the autism spectrum, where you can share experiences and get feedback from other adults about autism-related concerns. Social strategies, venting your difficulties, and exploring your autistic identity are all key parts of ...
This is a telehealth group for adults on the autism spectrum, where you can share experiences and get feedback from other adults about autism-related concerns. Social strategies, venting your difficulties, and exploring your autistic identity are all key parts of ...
Inside the Female Neurodivergent Mind
Have you ever wondered, "Am I Neurodivergent?" Autism and ADHD are often misdiagnosed in adult women. Feel anxious? Feel different? Are you a loner? Easily distracted? Fidget a lot? Don't worry, you're not alone! This 10 hour course will help ...
Hosted by Jess Pliszka
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Muskego, WI 53150
Have you ever wondered, "Am I Neurodivergent?" Autism and ADHD are often misdiagnosed in adult women. Feel anxious? Feel different? Are you a loner? Easily distracted? Fidget a lot? Don't worry, you're not alone! This 10 hour course will help ...
Re-Entry Support Group/Circles of Healing
Individuals ReEntering back into communities will decrease recidivism, or returning back to incarceration, by engaging in case management services that eliminates barriers to employment with livable wages, housing, and education/training, to advance in life after incarceration. Circles of Healing is ...
Hosted by MKE Community Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Milwaukee, WI 53212
Individuals ReEntering back into communities will decrease recidivism, or returning back to incarceration, by engaging in case management services that eliminates barriers to employment with livable wages, housing, and education/training, to advance in life after incarceration. Circles of Healing is ...
Restored
The groups goal is to help individuals work through pain inflicted by sexual addictions towards the ultimate goal of individual and relational healing. Groups are planned for nine consecutive weeks with the men working through a book/workbook allowing opportunity for ...
Hosted by Camron Hinckle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brookfield, WI 53005
The groups goal is to help individuals work through pain inflicted by sexual addictions towards the ultimate goal of individual and relational healing. Groups are planned for nine consecutive weeks with the men working through a book/workbook allowing opportunity for ...
Mind body spirit program
Additional offices in Shorewood, Wauwatosa, New Berlin.
Hosted by Mind body spirit program
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elm Grove, WI 53122
Additional offices in Shorewood, Wauwatosa, New Berlin.
Confidence Club: A Social Skills Group
Monica Rodriguez Counseling understands the importance for girls and boys to have a place to come together to learn and integrate the skills necessary for development. Our social skills groups provide a fun and engaging environment where children can socialize ...
Hosted by Monica Rodriguez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oconomowoc, WI 53066
Monica Rodriguez Counseling understands the importance for girls and boys to have a place to come together to learn and integrate the skills necessary for development. Our social skills groups provide a fun and engaging environment where children can socialize ...
Responsibility in Relationships Group
This is group therapy in which clients 21+ discuss their part in their relationships (romantic and other) and we go through Melody Beattie's workbook 'Codependent No More'. Group rates are on sliding scale and can be discussed. The group meets ...
Hosted by Simone D LaPierre
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT-IT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, WI 53703
This is group therapy in which clients 21+ discuss their part in their relationships (romantic and other) and we go through Melody Beattie's workbook 'Codependent No More'. Group rates are on sliding scale and can be discussed. The group meets ...
Lake Geneva Wellness Clinic, LLC
Hosted by Lake Geneva Wellness Clinic, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, AODA, NCC, ICS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lake Geneva, WI 53147
Virtual Trans & Gender Non-Conforming Support, 18+
NOW SCREENING FOR GROUP STARTING MARCH 11, 2024 - This support & psychoeducational group is for adults ages 18+ who identify as transgender, gender non-conforming, non-binary, genderqueer, or any other personally meaningful term indicating you are not cis. This 10 ...
Hosted by Shannon Juniper Neimeko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAAT, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, WI 53703
NOW SCREENING FOR GROUP STARTING MARCH 11, 2024 - This support & psychoeducational group is for adults ages 18+ who identify as transgender, gender non-conforming, non-binary, genderqueer, or any other personally meaningful term indicating you are not cis. This 10 ...
Exploring Your Habits with use or behaviors
Exploring Your Habits is an eight week psychoeducation, therapy group focusing on substance use concerns. The basis of the group is for clients to set a goal at the beginning of the group and then use the group as a ...
Hosted by Gabi Koren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, WI 53716
Exploring Your Habits is an eight week psychoeducation, therapy group focusing on substance use concerns. The basis of the group is for clients to set a goal at the beginning of the group and then use the group as a ...
Healing From Hidden Abuse
Rediscovering yourself after a relationship with a toxic person is possible! Psychological and emotional abuse may not leave bruises or break bones, but the holes left within the targets of this type of abuse are deep. This support group provides ...
Hosted by Brooke Huckabay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oconomowoc, WI 53066
Rediscovering yourself after a relationship with a toxic person is possible! Psychological and emotional abuse may not leave bruises or break bones, but the holes left within the targets of this type of abuse are deep. This support group provides ...
Rebuilding At Bethel
Rebuilding at Bethel is a three part series for individuals who are experiencing the end of a committed relationship. It consists of Genesis; a weekly drop in program that is open 52 weeks of the year and is free. The ...
Hosted by Margaret A Lambert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, WI 53703
Rebuilding at Bethel is a three part series for individuals who are experiencing the end of a committed relationship. It consists of Genesis; a weekly drop in program that is open 52 weeks of the year and is free. The ...
Rebuilding After break up/Divorce
Break up/Divorce/end of a love relationship is one of the most painful life experiences. Based on the work of Dr. Bruce Fisher, The goal of this group is to work through the process of loss, self examination and new learn ...
Hosted by Bonnie Dilley (Lubet)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, SAC, RN, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, WI 53719
Break up/Divorce/end of a love relationship is one of the most painful life experiences. Based on the work of Dr. Bruce Fisher, The goal of this group is to work through the process of loss, self examination and new learn ...
Bipolar, Anxiety, & Panic Group
As a trained therapist, Joel Winston, LCSW, will lead discussion, address concerns, share resources, and most importantly, listen. This is an ongoing support group for individuals with bipolar, anxiety, or panic disorder. Within this group, people have the opportunity to ...
Hosted by Joel Winston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wauwatosa, WI 53226
As a trained therapist, Joel Winston, LCSW, will lead discussion, address concerns, share resources, and most importantly, listen. This is an ongoing support group for individuals with bipolar, anxiety, or panic disorder. Within this group, people have the opportunity to ...
Intuitive Eating Support and Education
Hosted by Center for Change, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Walworth, WI 53184
CHaPS (Chronic Health and Pain Support) West Allis
Meets every other week for 90 minutes. Covered by most insurances. Now done via telehealth only. Contact Bob for details.
Hosted by Bob Rockey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Allis, WI 53227
Meets every other week for 90 minutes. Covered by most insurances. Now done via telehealth only. Contact Bob for details.
Courage Group
IPV/DV FEMALE Veteran's and Dependents. Contact for more information. Requires screening prior to attendance. Potential participants will be screened for risk, needs, and to see if they are a good match for the material and participation requirements of the program.
Hosted by Embrace Behavioral Health, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kaukauna, WI 54130
IPV/DV FEMALE Veteran's and Dependents. Contact for more information. Requires screening prior to attendance. Potential participants will be screened for risk, needs, and to see if they are a good match for the material and participation requirements of the program.
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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.