Support Groups in Auburn, MA
If you are a woman who is tired of sacrificing too much for others, or you feel like there is something missing and you do not know what it is, consider joining a supportive circle of visionary women who are ...
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Hosted by Marcia Boria Mariner
MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Auburn, MA 01501
If you are a woman who is tired of sacrificing too much for others, or you feel like there is something missing and you do not know what it is, consider joining a supportive circle of visionary women who are ...
Are you a helping professional who is tired of feeling depleted and overworked? Do you dream of being of service and prospering financially without having to trade time for dollars? Are you tired of working with insurance companies that keep ...
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Hosted by Marcia Boria Mariner
MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Auburn, MA 01501
Are you a helping professional who is tired of feeling depleted and overworked? Do you dream of being of service and prospering financially without having to trade time for dollars? Are you tired of working with insurance companies that keep ...
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Care for yourself as you care for your kids! (ages 5 - 10. IF your kids are older, we offer 1-to-1 counseling and coaching.) Join us for this supportive & educational “parent retreat.” Learn to “lead the way for your ...
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Hosted by Amanda Urato, LMHC, New Inspiration Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01610
Care for yourself as you care for your kids! (ages 5 - 10. IF your kids are older, we offer 1-to-1 counseling and coaching.) Join us for this supportive & educational “parent retreat.” Learn to “lead the way for your ...
The goal of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is to “build a life worth living.” One of the modes for achieving this goal is to learn skills. Much like building a motorcycle, when we have the right tools and skill sets, ...
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Hosted by LIKEMIND Mental Health & Wellness, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01608
The goal of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is to “build a life worth living.” One of the modes for achieving this goal is to learn skills. Much like building a motorcycle, when we have the right tools and skill sets, ...
This is a weekly online group aimed to help people overcome their social anxiety. The group involves education about social anxiety and about how we can overcome it, and exposure to social situations through interactions with group members. Get the ...
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Hosted by Matthew Krieger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01608
This is a weekly online group aimed to help people overcome their social anxiety. The group involves education about social anxiety and about how we can overcome it, and exposure to social situations through interactions with group members. Get the ...
** PLEASE NOTE THAT GROUPS ARE NOT RUNNING AT THIS TIME DUE TO THE PANDEMIC** Postpartum support group for women in the first six months. Babies are welcome! Groups form on a rolling basis according to need. Please contact me ...
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Hosted by Rachel Gaillard Smook
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01609
** PLEASE NOTE THAT GROUPS ARE NOT RUNNING AT THIS TIME DUE TO THE PANDEMIC** Postpartum support group for women in the first six months. Babies are welcome! Groups form on a rolling basis according to need. Please contact me ...
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Hosted by Empowered Pathways Counseling, LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01608
Psychoeducation, processing and support for family members touched by addiction
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Hosted by Marcia Joan Amarsingh
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSc, LADC- 1, CDP, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01608
Psychoeducation, processing and support for family members touched by addiction
We are a busy group practice located in Holden, MA that provides counseling and psychological services to children, adolescents, families, and even adults. Our providers have experience and training to help with many of the questions or concerns that lead ...
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Hosted by Nathan Gay
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Holden, MA 01520
We are a busy group practice located in Holden, MA that provides counseling and psychological services to children, adolescents, families, and even adults. Our providers have experience and training to help with many of the questions or concerns that lead ...
March 25, 2023 - 1:00pm - 5:00pm - Cost - $75 per Couple. Join us as we explore Relationship Meta-skills using an Embodied Relationship approach. Relationship Meta-skills, inherent in each of us, when skillfully used, support connection even when the ...
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Hosted by Anna Smith
ACCEP, ERM
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01606
March 25, 2023 - 1:00pm - 5:00pm - Cost - $75 per Couple. Join us as we explore Relationship Meta-skills using an Embodied Relationship approach. Relationship Meta-skills, inherent in each of us, when skillfully used, support connection even when the ...
A safe, validating, and non judgemental support group for women who still relate to and perhaps, dare I say, miss their "pre baby" identity and lifestyle. We did not become our own person when we gave birth. Let's talk about ...
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Hosted by Meghan Gerardi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Shrewsbury, MA 01545
A safe, validating, and non judgemental support group for women who still relate to and perhaps, dare I say, miss their "pre baby" identity and lifestyle. We did not become our own person when we gave birth. Let's talk about ...
Clients are taught about psychiatric disorders and substance use (dual disorders), the recovery process from dual disorders and coping skills to prevent relapse.
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Hosted by Marcia Joan Amarsingh
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSc, LADC- 1, CDP, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01608
Clients are taught about psychiatric disorders and substance use (dual disorders), the recovery process from dual disorders and coping skills to prevent relapse.
Focuses on developmental changes, aging, illness and facing death
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Hosted by Marcia Joan Amarsingh
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSc, LADC- 1, CDP, CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01608
Focuses on developmental changes, aging, illness and facing death
Our new group will be ran by one our DBT trained therapist. The group will run for 6 weeks and will be meeting on Wednesdays from 5-6pm in person. The group will be for 12-17 years old. The curriculum will ...
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Hosted by Gentles Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01605
Our new group will be ran by one our DBT trained therapist. The group will run for 6 weeks and will be meeting on Wednesdays from 5-6pm in person. The group will be for 12-17 years old. The curriculum will ...
In this course, you will learn essential coping skills to support you both in your daily living and during difficult or stressful situations. The skills you develop in this course should help you now and in the future. Using a ...
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Hosted by Michael J McManus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Charlton, MA 01507
In this course, you will learn essential coping skills to support you both in your daily living and during difficult or stressful situations. The skills you develop in this course should help you now and in the future. Using a ...
If you love someone with Bipolar, you might feel overwhelmed: You’re struggling with stuff that’s way beyond your control. But we are here–for you–others going through the same thing, and professionals who care and can help. In service to you, I'm eager ...
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Hosted by OCD Specialist, Shane MacDonald, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01608
If you love someone with Bipolar, you might feel overwhelmed: You’re struggling with stuff that’s way beyond your control. But we are here–for you–others going through the same thing, and professionals who care and can help. In service to you, I'm eager ...
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Hosted by Mindful Momentum Therapy & Wellness, LLC
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Leicester, MA 01524
Assisting clients with combatting the barriers to maintaining recovery from substance.
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Hosted by Lexington Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01601
Assisting clients with combatting the barriers to maintaining recovery from substance.
Our Partial Hospital Program is a voluntary, short-term, structured outpatient mental health program that helps patients to develop independent living skills and healthy lifestyles. Patients in our program have either completed an inpatient psychiatric stay or are taking part in ...
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Hosted by Hospital for Behavioral Medicine
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01606
Our Partial Hospital Program is a voluntary, short-term, structured outpatient mental health program that helps patients to develop independent living skills and healthy lifestyles. Patients in our program have either completed an inpatient psychiatric stay or are taking part in ...
Substance Abuse Group meets 1x per week for 75 minutes; Depression Management Group meets 1x per week for 1 hour; Anger Management Group meets 1x per week for 75 minutes. My groups offer a great amount of support to one ...
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Hosted by Paul Harris Sandman
Counselor, EdD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01605
Substance Abuse Group meets 1x per week for 75 minutes; Depression Management Group meets 1x per week for 1 hour; Anger Management Group meets 1x per week for 75 minutes. My groups offer a great amount of support to one ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Auburn?
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.