Support Groups in Port Melbourne, VIC
Smiley Days was founded in hopes of bridging a gap for individuals seeking therapy. Whilst awaiting the commencement of individual sessions, Smiley Days specialised group programs offer practical skills and psychoeducation, so that clients can begin managing their current challenges ...
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Hosted by Lauren Amber Fleurie
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Group meets in Port Melbourne, VIC 3207
Smiley Days was founded in hopes of bridging a gap for individuals seeking therapy. Whilst awaiting the commencement of individual sessions, Smiley Days specialised group programs offer practical skills and psychoeducation, so that clients can begin managing their current challenges ...
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Be met. Be known. Belong. This group is for anyone who wants to learn how to connect emotionally, who wants to learn how to relate from their nervous system, who wants to feel more connected in their lives. We explore ...
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Hosted by Vas Clementine
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Abbotsford, VIC 3067
Be met. Be known. Belong. This group is for anyone who wants to learn how to connect emotionally, who wants to learn how to relate from their nervous system, who wants to feel more connected in their lives. We explore ...
13 years running - conducted over Zoom. Two classes to choose from, Tuesday nights 8pm and Thursday Mornings 9am. (90 mins.) $15. See website for more information www.relaxedmind.com.
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Hosted by George Gintilas
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elwood, VIC 3184
13 years running - conducted over Zoom. Two classes to choose from, Tuesday nights 8pm and Thursday Mornings 9am. (90 mins.) $15. See website for more information www.relaxedmind.com.
The Circle of Security Parenting (COSP) program can help you learn more about yourself and your child. For parents of children from 4 months of age up to 6 years old. Based on decades of research about secure relationships, it ...
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Hosted by Lauren Beatty - Tend Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Group meets in Melbourne, VIC 3000
The Circle of Security Parenting (COSP) program can help you learn more about yourself and your child. For parents of children from 4 months of age up to 6 years old. Based on decades of research about secure relationships, it ...
A process group centres on one's thoughts, feelings and reactions that come up in the presence of 5-6 other group members in each weekly 90 minute meeting. A process group is unique in that ones relationship patterns emerge in an ...
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Hosted by Casey Anderson
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Group meets in Carlton, VIC 3053
A process group centres on one's thoughts, feelings and reactions that come up in the presence of 5-6 other group members in each weekly 90 minute meeting. A process group is unique in that ones relationship patterns emerge in an ...
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can occur after a threatening or traumatic event. It usually occurs because the memory is so frightening or uncomfortable that the brain doesn't process it completely and it remains fresh as though it is happening ...
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Hosted by Esther Sammut
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fitzroy North, VIC 3068
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can occur after a threatening or traumatic event. It usually occurs because the memory is so frightening or uncomfortable that the brain doesn't process it completely and it remains fresh as though it is happening ...
Research and diagnosis of Complex Trauma/Complex PTSD have only been in mainstream Psychology, less than 10 years. Treatments are therefore new and underdeveloped worldwide. However, I have seen excellent results in my practice so far using a model developed from ...
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Hosted by Esther Sammut
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fitzroy North, VIC 3068
Research and diagnosis of Complex Trauma/Complex PTSD have only been in mainstream Psychology, less than 10 years. Treatments are therefore new and underdeveloped worldwide. However, I have seen excellent results in my practice so far using a model developed from ...
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Hosted by Lena Risteski
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Group meets in Melbourne, VIC 3000
Daring Greatly™ offers an innovative and transformative approach to the way that we live, love and parent. Based on Dr Brené Brown’s revolutionary work on courage, shame, vulnerability and worthiness this programme will help you live more courageously and better ...
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Hosted by Justine Campbell
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Group meets in Armadale, VIC 3143
Daring Greatly™ offers an innovative and transformative approach to the way that we live, love and parent. Based on Dr Brené Brown’s revolutionary work on courage, shame, vulnerability and worthiness this programme will help you live more courageously and better ...
Dance therapy and body image support for people in fat or big bodies.
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Hosted by Dr Jessica Green
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Collingwood, VIC 3066
Dance therapy and body image support for people in fat or big bodies.
After completing the Complex Trauma/cPTSD Basics to Recovery, or a similar program, you might want to attend the advanced program for further monitoring and support to make your road to recovery even shorter and smoother. As you will have made ...
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Hosted by Esther Sammut
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fitzroy North, VIC 3068
After completing the Complex Trauma/cPTSD Basics to Recovery, or a similar program, you might want to attend the advanced program for further monitoring and support to make your road to recovery even shorter and smoother. As you will have made ...
Connect to yourself and others through supportive musical experiences in a small group setting with a Registered Music Therapist. No musical experience is needed. Groups can be tailored to meet the needs of specific groups, including people living with chronic ...
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Hosted by Dr Kate McMahon
Registered Music Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Coburg, VIC 3058
Connect to yourself and others through supportive musical experiences in a small group setting with a Registered Music Therapist. No musical experience is needed. Groups can be tailored to meet the needs of specific groups, including people living with chronic ...
Fill your own cup, connect with supportive peers, and build up your confidence and resilience to care for your loved ones. No musical experience required.
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Hosted by Dr Kate McMahon
Registered Music Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Coburg, VIC 3058
Fill your own cup, connect with supportive peers, and build up your confidence and resilience to care for your loved ones. No musical experience required.
Circle of Security Program is an 8-week online group for parents. It focuses on building secure attachments with children to support lifelong patterns of healthy relationships. Parents can take the course together or independently, with each week running for 1.5 ...
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Hosted by Kayla Cutajar
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Group meets in Essendon North, VIC 3041
Circle of Security Program is an 8-week online group for parents. It focuses on building secure attachments with children to support lifelong patterns of healthy relationships. Parents can take the course together or independently, with each week running for 1.5 ...
We are all makers here and we believe we all have much to gain from making together. Join us for a lovely Sunday Makers Circle at the cosy embrace of Many Arts Studio, and let's make space for gentle creative ...
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Hosted by Weiyu Guan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hawthorn, VIC 3122
We are all makers here and we believe we all have much to gain from making together. Join us for a lovely Sunday Makers Circle at the cosy embrace of Many Arts Studio, and let's make space for gentle creative ...
Understand what is keeping us awake and learn how to have a good night's sleep.
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Hosted by May Lai
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kew, VIC 3101
Understand what is keeping us awake and learn how to have a good night's sleep.
This support group is providing a non-judgmental space for its participant to practice mindfulness training based on relaxation techniques. The group is limited to six participants only.
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Hosted by Harshani Algiriya
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maribyrnong, VIC 3032
This support group is providing a non-judgmental space for its participant to practice mindfulness training based on relaxation techniques. The group is limited to six participants only.
Our counsellors have had extensive experience offering pregnancy support for women facing an unplanned or potentially unwanted pregnancy in hospital settings, private abortion clinics and private practice. Our counsellors have had extensive experience offering pregnancy support for women facing an ...
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Hosted by Trish Hayes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Coburg, VIC 3058
Our counsellors have had extensive experience offering pregnancy support for women facing an unplanned or potentially unwanted pregnancy in hospital settings, private abortion clinics and private practice. Our counsellors have had extensive experience offering pregnancy support for women facing an ...
Does the thought of public speaking fill you with dread? Do you fear :blushing, sweating, shaking or your mind going blank?Do you worry that other people can see you are anxious? Overcome your fear in a safe and supportive environment ...
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Hosted by Anxiety Treatment Australia
Psychologist, MA, MAPS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hawthorn, VIC 3122
Does the thought of public speaking fill you with dread? Do you fear :blushing, sweating, shaking or your mind going blank?Do you worry that other people can see you are anxious? Overcome your fear in a safe and supportive environment ...
A six-session parenting program for parents of teens to help teens develop emotional intelligence Would you like to learn how to: be better at understanding and talking with your child through this important developmental phase help your teen learn to ...
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Hosted by Marie Vakakis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Footscray, VIC 3011
A six-session parenting program for parents of teens to help teens develop emotional intelligence Would you like to learn how to: be better at understanding and talking with your child through this important developmental phase help your teen learn to ...
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Search for nearby support groups by inputting your city, postcode, 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 postcode 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 counselling is typically less expensive than individual counselling, with each session costing on average between $80 to $110. Meanwhile, individual therapy sessions can run anywhere from $100 to $250. It is possible to find low-cost group therapy options and many therapists offer group sessions free of charge.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your group therapy sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for group therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
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.