Support Groups in Croydon
Growing up as a queer man brings with it many difficulties that can impact our lives and our mental health. This therapy group aims to provide a therapeutic space for queer men to process their experiences, start a journey of ...
Hosted by Thomas Smithson
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Croydon CR0
Growing up as a queer man brings with it many difficulties that can impact our lives and our mental health. This therapy group aims to provide a therapeutic space for queer men to process their experiences, start a journey of ...
Course Overview - What is stress? Facts and figures about stress in the workplace What causes stress? How stress can affect your health Signs and Symptoms of stress Stress self-assessment questionnaire Strategies for managing pressure and reducing stress: Prevention techniques ...
Hosted by Kate Megase
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Group meets in Croydon CR9
Course Overview - What is stress? Facts and figures about stress in the workplace What causes stress? How stress can affect your health Signs and Symptoms of stress Stress self-assessment questionnaire Strategies for managing pressure and reducing stress: Prevention techniques ...
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Non-violent resistance is a systemic approach which aims to build parent agency and a positive support network around children who display destructive behaviour.
Hosted by Lydia Thomson
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in London SE22
Non-violent resistance is a systemic approach which aims to build parent agency and a positive support network around children who display destructive behaviour.
Join our interactive DBT Skills Group for the Distress Tolerance Module from the 21st March 2024. We blend mindfulness with practical skills for emotional regulation, crisis management, and relationship improvement. With a rolling intake, start at the beginning of any ...
Hosted by Ed Sammons
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in London WC2H
Join our interactive DBT Skills Group for the Distress Tolerance Module from the 21st March 2024. We blend mindfulness with practical skills for emotional regulation, crisis management, and relationship improvement. With a rolling intake, start at the beginning of any ...
I facilitate an open psychotherapy group for women wanting to explore issues related to pregnancy and motherhood. Group therapy is often very beneficial for women seeking support, self-awareness, and self-acceptance. You will find that a group is challenging, enriching, and ...
Hosted by Henrietta Rose Whitfield
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in London SW7
I facilitate an open psychotherapy group for women wanting to explore issues related to pregnancy and motherhood. Group therapy is often very beneficial for women seeking support, self-awareness, and self-acceptance. You will find that a group is challenging, enriching, and ...
The group therapy structure consists of 5 modules each lasting 4 weeks: Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotional Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Mindfulness and "Middle Path". For individual therapy, the therapist and client identify target behaviours that need to be increased or decreased. ...
Hosted by citypsychologicalservices
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Group meets in London EC3A
The group therapy structure consists of 5 modules each lasting 4 weeks: Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotional Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Mindfulness and "Middle Path". For individual therapy, the therapist and client identify target behaviours that need to be increased or decreased. ...
LGBT Counsellor in London - Contact Us: 07594 970537
Hosted by Cesar Azevedo - LGBTQ Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in London W1B
LGBT Counsellor in London - Contact Us: 07594 970537
Small supportive group for those struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, addiction recovery.
Hosted by Esther Balmer
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Group meets in London SW11
Small supportive group for those struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, addiction recovery.
Hosted by Eve Therapy Training & Counselling Services
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Group meets in London SE14
As a team at Resonance, we have spent time translating our shared values into what we offer to our clients. We are committed to promoting the wellbeing, autonomy and dignity of all people and communities, and to preventing and relieving ...
Hosted by Natasha Vorontsova
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Group meets in London SE16
As a team at Resonance, we have spent time translating our shared values into what we offer to our clients. We are committed to promoting the wellbeing, autonomy and dignity of all people and communities, and to preventing and relieving ...
In these Masterclasses I teach you how to master whatever bothers you now. I ask you to choose a problem and then I help you work out what is the root cause. We then heal that root cause for you ...
Hosted by Victoria Walford
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Group meets in London SW1V
In these Masterclasses I teach you how to master whatever bothers you now. I ask you to choose a problem and then I help you work out what is the root cause. We then heal that root cause for you ...
A membership for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) in the UK to meet other HSPs for friendship and connection at HSPconnect.uk. I also hold an in person support group for HSPs in London every 2 months. Please check the events page ...
Hosted by Cindy Gale
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in London W1D
A membership for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) in the UK to meet other HSPs for friendship and connection at HSPconnect.uk. I also hold an in person support group for HSPs in London every 2 months. Please check the events page ...
This is a virtual group that consist of 10 men dealing with anger management. The session last from 60-90 minutes. We all work through skills and by working through issues in a group this can help with patients well-being and ...
Hosted by Dr Farah Nadeem
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Group meets in London SW5
This is a virtual group that consist of 10 men dealing with anger management. The session last from 60-90 minutes. We all work through skills and by working through issues in a group this can help with patients well-being and ...
This monthly group will run Saturday afternoon 13:30-15:00. There will be a maximum of six people in the group. The group is facilitated by experienced registered BACP counsellors. The group will offer an opportunity for you to share with others ...
Hosted by Repercia Therapeutic Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in London SE16
This monthly group will run Saturday afternoon 13:30-15:00. There will be a maximum of six people in the group. The group is facilitated by experienced registered BACP counsellors. The group will offer an opportunity for you to share with others ...
I hold online support groups for women who would community and support in understanding themselves better in relationships and sexuality. These groups are an 8 week commitment to protect confidentiality and comfort with each other. Please email for the more ...
Hosted by Randi Levinson
MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in London SW3
I hold online support groups for women who would community and support in understanding themselves better in relationships and sexuality. These groups are an 8 week commitment to protect confidentiality and comfort with each other. Please email for the more ...
This is a drop in group held once a month online using Zoom and in person in London. Please go to the Events page on cindygalehsp.com to check upcoming meeting dates, more details and how to book..
Hosted by Cindy Gale
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in London W1D
This is a drop in group held once a month online using Zoom and in person in London. Please go to the Events page on cindygalehsp.com to check upcoming meeting dates, more details and how to book..
Getting the right help can change your life. I offer evidence-based therapy and coaching, for couples and individuals, drawing on the latest research into what works. I am a previous Chair of The Bowlby Centre and currently the co-Director of ...
Hosted by CBT & Coaching for Couples & Individuals
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in London SE1
Getting the right help can change your life. I offer evidence-based therapy and coaching, for couples and individuals, drawing on the latest research into what works. I am a previous Chair of The Bowlby Centre and currently the co-Director of ...
DBT London's free pre-commitment group is designed to prepare individuals for their journey of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This group introduces participants to the fundamental principles of DBT, including mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It offers a ...
Hosted by DBT London
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in London SE1
DBT London's free pre-commitment group is designed to prepare individuals for their journey of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This group introduces participants to the fundamental principles of DBT, including mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It offers a ...
Individual and couples therapy
Hosted by NeuroAffective-CBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in London E14
Individual and couples therapy
The body positive weight loss group starts from where you are right now - how ever overweight or how ever much you are having a struggle with your body or your out of control eating. We start from acceptance of ...
Hosted by Dr Joanna North
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Group meets in London W1J
The body positive weight loss group starts from where you are right now - how ever overweight or how ever much you are having a struggle with your body or your out of control eating. We start from acceptance of ...
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How can I find a support group in Croydon?
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 £45 to £60. Meanwhile, individual therapy sessions can run anywhere from £60 to £150. 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.