Support Groups in 60542
Adolescent support group meeting weekly on Mondays from 5-6PM with an emphasis on music as a therapeutic tool. Members are encouraged to share music that reflects their thoughts/feelings. Everyone has a chance to check in about their week and explore ...
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Adolescent support group meeting weekly on Mondays from 5-6PM with an emphasis on music as a therapeutic tool. Members are encouraged to share music that reflects their thoughts/feelings. Everyone has a chance to check in about their week and explore ...
This group meets every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 6 - 9 pm. It is 100% virtual so anyone can join it. Our unique program will give you the tools to have a successful recovery and it virtual component allows ...
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Hosted by Brightside Recovery and Clinic
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Aurora, IL 60542
This group meets every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 6 - 9 pm. It is 100% virtual so anyone can join it. Our unique program will give you the tools to have a successful recovery and it virtual component allows ...
This group is designed for those who are having difficulty reentering the workplace due to anxiety, depression, childcare issues, or simply want to do something different with their lives. Using Happenstance theory, we will work to create work options that ...
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Hosted by Andrea Y Stallworth
Pre-Licensed Professional, MBA, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Aurora, IL 60542
This group is designed for those who are having difficulty reentering the workplace due to anxiety, depression, childcare issues, or simply want to do something different with their lives. Using Happenstance theory, we will work to create work options that ...
The family dynamics that come with a special needs child can be challenging at times. Talk to our counselor and learn how to deal with sibling rivalry, disagreement with your spouse, and more.
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Hosted by Tiffany Wu
Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Aurora, IL 60542
The family dynamics that come with a special needs child can be challenging at times. Talk to our counselor and learn how to deal with sibling rivalry, disagreement with your spouse, and more.
The Saturday Anxiety Group focuses on learning skills to manage anxiety causing difficulty in school, with peers, work, test-related anxiety, and generalized anxiety.
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Hosted by Daniel Michaels
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Aurora, IL 60542
The Saturday Anxiety Group focuses on learning skills to manage anxiety causing difficulty in school, with peers, work, test-related anxiety, and generalized anxiety.
A Taylor Swift-themed DBT skills group for ages 11-16.
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Hosted by Eimileanne Delaney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT , LMHP
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Aurora, IL 60542
A Taylor Swift-themed DBT skills group for ages 11-16.
A group open to both teens and adults that meets Saturdays at 4 P.M. and usually lasts for an hour. It is open to be joined anytime. The emphasis is on both mindfulness (being more present in the here and ...
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A group open to both teens and adults that meets Saturdays at 4 P.M. and usually lasts for an hour. It is open to be joined anytime. The emphasis is on both mindfulness (being more present in the here and ...
Feeling frustrated, anxious, or just stressed out? No matter how difficult your life may seem, you can take control of it. There are many stress management techniques that can help you relieve stress and overcome it. Gaining these coping skills ...
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Hosted by Tiffany Wu
Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Aurora, IL 60542
Feeling frustrated, anxious, or just stressed out? No matter how difficult your life may seem, you can take control of it. There are many stress management techniques that can help you relieve stress and overcome it. Gaining these coping skills ...
This Group focuses on Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT). DBT skills can be directly applied to manage the symptoms of depression and anxiety. Please call for additional information. Daniel Michaels has experience running DBT groups for over the past year.
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Hosted by Daniel Michaels
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Aurora, IL 60542
This Group focuses on Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT). DBT skills can be directly applied to manage the symptoms of depression and anxiety. Please call for additional information. Daniel Michaels has experience running DBT groups for over the past year.
What better way to spend a Saturday morning than watching cartoons?! This is a weekly group for ages 10-13. Using the cartoon, Steven Universe, we explore themes of friendship, boundaries, self-esteem, conflict resolution, and more! Most insurance plans are accepted, ...
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Hosted by Eimileanne Delaney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT , LMHP
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Aurora, IL 60542
What better way to spend a Saturday morning than watching cartoons?! This is a weekly group for ages 10-13. Using the cartoon, Steven Universe, we explore themes of friendship, boundaries, self-esteem, conflict resolution, and more! Most insurance plans are accepted, ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in 60542?
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.