Support Groups in Downey, CA
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Hosted by New Hope Family Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Downey, CA 90240
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High school students from overseas face a number of challenges, including a lack of familial and social support, difficulties in speaking and comprehending English language, adjusting to the different educational system and Western culture. Group counseling helps them identify challenges, ...
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Hosted by Susan L Chung
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Downey, CA 90242
High school students from overseas face a number of challenges, including a lack of familial and social support, difficulties in speaking and comprehending English language, adjusting to the different educational system and Western culture. Group counseling helps them identify challenges, ...
We are an eclectic group composed of 7 clinicians with a multidisciplinary style. Our style is geared towards helping you the client achieve your goals. WE are family friendly, faith based oriented team. We work in collaboration with you. We ...
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Hosted by New Hope Family Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Downey, CA 90241
We are an eclectic group composed of 7 clinicians with a multidisciplinary style. Our style is geared towards helping you the client achieve your goals. WE are family friendly, faith based oriented team. We work in collaboration with you. We ...
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This is a support group for women dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety. It is a five week closed group where we will discuss the birth of a mother, the difference between the baby blues and post partum mood disorders, ...
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Hosted by Robin Pritchard Giesen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90807
This is a support group for women dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety. It is a five week closed group where we will discuss the birth of a mother, the difference between the baby blues and post partum mood disorders, ...
Grupo para aprender el efecto del estres en nuestras vidas, y como manejar la vida cotediana. Estaremos conectandonos con otras mujeres.
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Hosted by Ana L. Aguilar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Montebello, CA 90640
Grupo para aprender el efecto del estres en nuestras vidas, y como manejar la vida cotediana. Estaremos conectandonos con otras mujeres.
An opportunity to learn, share, and bond around the issue of bipolar disorder.
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Hosted by Dr. David Hirohama
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cerritos, CA 90703
An opportunity to learn, share, and bond around the issue of bipolar disorder.
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Hosted by Roger Kirtz Sports Psychology
MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90013
Please check out Rogerkirtz.com and see services. Thanks
Are you struggling with PTSD or unresolved trauma? Are you looking to build a community and connections with others who understand what you're going through? Roots Through Recovery is excited to now offer a weekly online support group for survivors ...
Hosted by Roots Through Recovery
Treatment Center, PsyD, PhD, LCSW, LMFT, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90807
Are you struggling with PTSD or unresolved trauma? Are you looking to build a community and connections with others who understand what you're going through? Roots Through Recovery is excited to now offer a weekly online support group for survivors ...
Every one of us deserves to live a happy life. Are you happy? If your past or current life events prevent you from living the life you want, reach out to us today and let's see if we can help. ...
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Hosted by LBC Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90807
Every one of us deserves to live a happy life. Are you happy? If your past or current life events prevent you from living the life you want, reach out to us today and let's see if we can help. ...
Sal Psychiatry Services, located in Norwalk, California, they adhere to strict controlled substance protocol. At Sal services we promotes evidence-based biological treatments with an emphasis on the role of psychotherapy in mental health care. we have years of experience working ...
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Hosted by Sal Psychiatry Services
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norwalk, CA 90650
Sal Psychiatry Services, located in Norwalk, California, they adhere to strict controlled substance protocol. At Sal services we promotes evidence-based biological treatments with an emphasis on the role of psychotherapy in mental health care. we have years of experience working ...
A Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Group is designed to teach a range of practical skills to manage emotions, improve relationships, and enhance overall well-being. DBT integrates mindfulness practices with effective strategies for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. ...
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Hosted by Ciara Bogdanovic
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90012
A Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Group is designed to teach a range of practical skills to manage emotions, improve relationships, and enhance overall well-being. DBT integrates mindfulness practices with effective strategies for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. ...
At Center for Behavior Medicine, patients receive the benefits of a holistic medical health practice, bringing together both Psychiatric and Psychological practitioners into one, unified center. For over 30 years, Center for Behavior Medicine has been servicing the LA County ...
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Hosted by Barbara J Justice
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Whittier, CA 90605
At Center for Behavior Medicine, patients receive the benefits of a holistic medical health practice, bringing together both Psychiatric and Psychological practitioners into one, unified center. For over 30 years, Center for Behavior Medicine has been servicing the LA County ...
Are you looking for a support group that is about transformation and positive change? Guided Imagery and Music may be your answer. Based on the pioneering work of Helen Lindquist Bonny, GIM can propel you forward to finding your inner ...
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Hosted by Laurel Lass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90807
Are you looking for a support group that is about transformation and positive change? Guided Imagery and Music may be your answer. Based on the pioneering work of Helen Lindquist Bonny, GIM can propel you forward to finding your inner ...
This group meets the court and probation requirements. Group is 52 weeks. Voluntary clients may attend the amount of sessions they desire. See www.newdirectionshome.com for more info. We also provide victim counseling and support groups. Parenting groups are offered for ...
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Hosted by New Directions, Richard Perla, Ph.D.
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, SAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in La Mirada, CA 90638
This group meets the court and probation requirements. Group is 52 weeks. Voluntary clients may attend the amount of sessions they desire. See www.newdirectionshome.com for more info. We also provide victim counseling and support groups. Parenting groups are offered for ...
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey through the mysterious realms of your dreams? Join our 8-week Dream Tending Group, where we'll explore the profound connection between your dreams and your mental well-being. Whether you're a seasoned artist ...
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Hosted by Suzanne Gauthier-Pin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90807
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey through the mysterious realms of your dreams? Join our 8-week Dream Tending Group, where we'll explore the profound connection between your dreams and your mental well-being. Whether you're a seasoned artist ...
This program is a skills building program versus a process group. There are six sessions where you are taught how to navigate grief's complexities. Through expert guidance, participants learn coping skills, tackle trauma symptoms, and understand triggers. Dr. Kimber's compassionate ...
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Hosted by Kimber Del Valle
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90807
This program is a skills building program versus a process group. There are six sessions where you are taught how to navigate grief's complexities. Through expert guidance, participants learn coping skills, tackle trauma symptoms, and understand triggers. Dr. Kimber's compassionate ...
At Catarsys we offer in person and telehealth psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our various approached include Trauma Focused, EMDR, Solution Focused, ACT and our main goal is to support people who are facing mental health ...
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Hosted by Catarsys Family Counseling- - Cynthia Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in La Mirada, CA 90638
At Catarsys we offer in person and telehealth psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our various approached include Trauma Focused, EMDR, Solution Focused, ACT and our main goal is to support people who are facing mental health ...
We provide court-approved parenting classes designed to support parents in navigating the complexities of parenting. Parenting can be challenging. We understand that court orders often mandate attendance in parenting classes to ensure the well-being of the children involved. Our classes ...
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Hosted by Hadley House Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Whittier, CA 90601
We provide court-approved parenting classes designed to support parents in navigating the complexities of parenting. Parenting can be challenging. We understand that court orders often mandate attendance in parenting classes to ensure the well-being of the children involved. Our classes ...
At Sal rediscovery our goal is to help individual and family struggles with substance abuse. Sal rediscovery purpose is to show individuals and their families that sobriety possible and family can rediscover their loved one. Our mission is to build ...
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Hosted by Sal Psychiatry Services
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norwalk, CA 90650
At Sal rediscovery our goal is to help individual and family struggles with substance abuse. Sal rediscovery purpose is to show individuals and their families that sobriety possible and family can rediscover their loved one. Our mission is to build ...
Outpatient treatment, group and individual counseling, and family support. Free for youths 12-20years old. Recovery support and early intervention. Comprehensive program to stop the addiction. Meetings 1-3 times weekly depending upon need.
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Hosted by New Directions, Richard Perla, Ph.D.
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, SAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in La Mirada, CA 90638
Outpatient treatment, group and individual counseling, and family support. Free for youths 12-20years old. Recovery support and early intervention. Comprehensive program to stop the addiction. Meetings 1-3 times weekly depending upon need.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Downey?
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.