Yoga for Anxiety and Depression
Join our eight-week counseling group tailored for adults coping with anxiety or depression. Each session integrates counseling, yoga, and meditation, with each week's practice building upon the last. Explore your coping mechanisms for managing thoughts, feelings, and memories, while gaining ...
Hosted by Deb Sampson
Counselor, LPC-IT, LMT, ERYT-20
Verified Verified
Group meets in Menasha, WI 54952
Join our eight-week counseling group tailored for adults coping with anxiety or depression. Each session integrates counseling, yoga, and meditation, with each week's practice building upon the last. Explore your coping mechanisms for managing thoughts, feelings, and memories, while gaining ...
High School Art Therapy Group
This group is for anyone in high school who wants to deepen their authenticity, is curious about their intersectional identities and wants to connect with peers more vulnerably. We will be exploring mental health topics and making social connections through ...
Hosted by Madeleine Stoelinga
Counselor, MA, LPC-IT, ATR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, WI 53703
This group is for anyone in high school who wants to deepen their authenticity, is curious about their intersectional identities and wants to connect with peers more vulnerably. We will be exploring mental health topics and making social connections through ...
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 ...
AODA Psycho-Education Group by Liz Reinke SAC-IT
Over the course of 12 weeks (start TBD, gathering waitlist), the AODA (Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse) Psycho-Education Group aims to provide participants with valuable knowledge and skills to better understand and manage substance use. Through interactive sessions and supportive ...
Hosted by Jessica Rustler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Waukesha, WI 53188
Over the course of 12 weeks (start TBD, gathering waitlist), the AODA (Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse) Psycho-Education Group aims to provide participants with valuable knowledge and skills to better understand and manage substance use. Through interactive sessions and supportive ...
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 ...
Modern Mindfulness - 4 Session Series
Would you like to experience more joy in your day to day activities? Would you like to reduce stress, increase focus and concentration and improve your relationships? Mindfulness is the practice of cultivating moment to moment awareness in a non-judgmental ...
Hosted by Iman L Khan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Racine, WI 53405
Would you like to experience more joy in your day to day activities? Would you like to reduce stress, increase focus and concentration and improve your relationships? Mindfulness is the practice of cultivating moment to moment awareness in a non-judgmental ...
Examining the Human Experience
This is an open group that meets once a week for 3 hours. Each session includes a psycho-educational component, group discussion and art making. The group explores the human experience through a bio-psycho-social lens providing insight into "what we are" ...
This is an open group that meets once a week for 3 hours. Each session includes a psycho-educational component, group discussion and art making. The group explores the human experience through a bio-psycho-social lens providing insight into "what we are" ...
Healing Religious & Spiritual Trauma
Join Katherine Usher, clinical intern at Clear Path Counseling & Wellness, for a group in deconstructing belief systems that no longer serve us. Katherine is a clinical intern at Clear Path Counseling and Wellness. She seeks to create a non-judgmental ...
Hosted by Katherine Usher
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFT-IT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, WI 53711
Join Katherine Usher, clinical intern at Clear Path Counseling & Wellness, for a group in deconstructing belief systems that no longer serve us. Katherine is a clinical intern at Clear Path Counseling and Wellness. She seeks to create a non-judgmental ...
Women's Heart Connection Circle Group
You long to feel supported and understood. Instead, you feel lonely, frustrated and afraid. Loneliness negatively impacts your mental health, your physical health and your sense of happiness. But what can you do? It's hard to make friends as an ...
Hosted by Full Circle Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSE, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Appleton, WI 54914
You long to feel supported and understood. Instead, you feel lonely, frustrated and afraid. Loneliness negatively impacts your mental health, your physical health and your sense of happiness. But what can you do? It's hard to make friends as an ...
Wisconsin Institute of Marital Therapy
The Wisconsin Institute of Marital Therapy was founded so that couples could find experts help with their relationship needs to move forward, whether this involves healing old or new wounds, communicating better, addressing perpetual problems, or deepening the intimacy of ...
The Wisconsin Institute of Marital Therapy was founded so that couples could find experts help with their relationship needs to move forward, whether this involves healing old or new wounds, communicating better, addressing perpetual problems, or deepening the intimacy of ...
Nourish
Nourish is a specialty series for new mothers and those navigating early motherhood, with kids ages 0-5. This in-person group is co-facilitated by Claire Schulz Bergman, LCSW and Dr. Grusecki at TASC Psychology. As a therapeutic sanctuary for mothers to ...
Hosted by Claire Schulz Bergman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, WI 53704
Nourish is a specialty series for new mothers and those navigating early motherhood, with kids ages 0-5. This in-person group is co-facilitated by Claire Schulz Bergman, LCSW and Dr. Grusecki at TASC Psychology. As a therapeutic sanctuary for mothers to ...
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 ...
Substance Abuse Outpatient and After Care
Group therapy for adults with substance use problems.
Hosted by Shorehaven Behavioral Health, Inc
Treatment Center, MS, MBA, LMFT, CSAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brown Deer, WI 53209
Group therapy for adults with substance use problems.
Healing From Hidden Abuse
What is the Healing From Hidden Abuse group all about?? 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 ...
Hosted by Brittany Morrissey
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPC-IT, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oconomowoc, WI 53066
What is the Healing From Hidden Abuse group all about?? 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 ...
Lakes Counseling Center
Hosted by Lakes Counseling Center, LLC
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lake Geneva, WI 53147
Recovery, Substance Abuse, & Addiction
continue to use despite negative consequences. People use drugs or alcohol to escape, relax, or to reward themselves. But over time, drugs and alcohol make you believe that you can't cope without them, or that you can't enjoy life without ...
Hosted by Dr. Joanne L. Barian Psy.D.HP. (Dr. Jo)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyDHP, MSW, LCSW, NCCAP, AAMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Milwaukee, WI 53227
continue to use despite negative consequences. People use drugs or alcohol to escape, relax, or to reward themselves. But over time, drugs and alcohol make you believe that you can't cope without them, or that you can't enjoy life without ...
Domestic Violence/Anger Management Group
This group is a supportive environment, allowing for questions and clarifications during discussions. Group topics range from the importance of accountability, learning healthy ways to express anger, and having an increased awareness of how the use of power and control ...
Hosted by Pauquette Center for Psychological Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portage, WI 53901
This group is a supportive environment, allowing for questions and clarifications during discussions. Group topics range from the importance of accountability, learning healthy ways to express anger, and having an increased awareness of how the use of power and control ...
Be. Resilient
A group designed for children ages 9 - 12 that focuses on identifying and enhancing areas of strength. Each child is resilient in their own unique way. This group will illuminate resilient experiences and demonstrate additional strategies to cope with ...
Hosted by Be. // Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Appleton, WI 54915
A group designed for children ages 9 - 12 that focuses on identifying and enhancing areas of strength. Each child is resilient in their own unique way. This group will illuminate resilient experiences and demonstrate additional strategies to cope with ...
Young Mens Substance Abuse
Group Therapy for young people predominantly male struggling with personal substance abuse. Typically facing criminal charges of DUI/OWI or Possession/Dealing of Controlled Substances
Hosted by Daniel Bird
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, SAC
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Hartland, WI 53029
Group Therapy for young people predominantly male struggling with personal substance abuse. Typically facing criminal charges of DUI/OWI or Possession/Dealing of Controlled Substances
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 ...
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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.