Support Groups in 19139
This group is to explore and provide support around dyslexia and ADHD.
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This group is to explore and provide support around dyslexia and ADHD.
Would you like to enhance your wellbeing and meet life with more vitality and presence? Do you want a community of practice that nurtures your embodied wisdom? This group provides a supportive environment to learn somatic practices for living with ...
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Would you like to enhance your wellbeing and meet life with more vitality and presence? Do you want a community of practice that nurtures your embodied wisdom? This group provides a supportive environment to learn somatic practices for living with ...
This is an introductory learning series to help clinicians understand the literature and practice of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, including the use of ketamine, MDMA, psilocybin, and LSD in the therapeutic setting. Each class has no more than 10 students, and we ...
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This is an introductory learning series to help clinicians understand the literature and practice of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, including the use of ketamine, MDMA, psilocybin, and LSD in the therapeutic setting. Each class has no more than 10 students, and we ...
This as a group that meets for compassion meditation sitting together, and is based on the Compassion Cultivation Training program. We also spend time during this session discussing how compassion and self-compassion impact our lives.
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This as a group that meets for compassion meditation sitting together, and is based on the Compassion Cultivation Training program. We also spend time during this session discussing how compassion and self-compassion impact our lives.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in 19139?
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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.