Body Image and You is a process group for women of all ages struggling with body image. Although body image concerns may look different for everyone, many women report preoccupation with body size, weight, and food intake, as well as ...
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Body Image and You is a process group for women of all ages struggling with body image. Although body image concerns may look different for everyone, many women report preoccupation with body size, weight, and food intake, as well as ...
A theme-based, relationally-driven, trauma integration and processing, Component-Based Psychotherapy (CBP) group, conducted in 12-14 session-units, $1,000-$1200 self-pay per round. Limited number of new members invited to join each round based on existing members' continuation status. Co-led by two senior complex ...
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A theme-based, relationally-driven, trauma integration and processing, Component-Based Psychotherapy (CBP) group, conducted in 12-14 session-units, $1,000-$1200 self-pay per round. Limited number of new members invited to join each round based on existing members' continuation status. Co-led by two senior complex ...
Stepping in the unknown is an act of hope, courage, and can be a challenging and rewarding experience. Following the path of Joseph Campbell's Hero's Journey, we will embark on a monthly journey to discover our hidden potential, starting in ...
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Hosted by Nathaniel Putnam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Natick, MA 01760
Stepping in the unknown is an act of hope, courage, and can be a challenging and rewarding experience. Following the path of Joseph Campbell's Hero's Journey, we will embark on a monthly journey to discover our hidden potential, starting in ...
An interpersonal therapy group for Professional Women in Transition (late 40s to mid 60s.) For high functioning women (many of whom are ACOAs) who who grew up in dysfunctional families where they learned to tend to the needs of others ...
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An interpersonal therapy group for Professional Women in Transition (late 40s to mid 60s.) For high functioning women (many of whom are ACOAs) who who grew up in dysfunctional families where they learned to tend to the needs of others ...
ABC Medical's Weight Loss Management program offers a comprehensive approach, featuring monthly clinician visits, weekly individual and group counseling, and monthly prescriptions for medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Progress is monitored through regular lab work and weight measurements. Their group ...
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Hosted by DJS Psychiatry and Services LLC
Treatment Center, MD, NP, LDAC, LICSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Reading, MA 01867
ABC Medical's Weight Loss Management program offers a comprehensive approach, featuring monthly clinician visits, weekly individual and group counseling, and monthly prescriptions for medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Progress is monitored through regular lab work and weight measurements. Their group ...
This Mindful Self-Compassion Class is an 8-week group. It is an online class and all are welcome from any location.
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Hosted by Maria Cimino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cambridge, MA 02140
This Mindful Self-Compassion Class is an 8-week group. It is an online class and all are welcome from any location.
The aim of this skills-based Support Group is to empower children and teens with ADHD and teach them effective problem solving, healthy coping, time management and organizational skills. Group members will learn: Prioritizing and Completing school assignments + Regulating Emotions ...
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Hosted by Serap Kantarci Clinical Hypnotherapist
Counselor, LMHC, Board, Certifi, Clinica, Supervi
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cambridge, MA 02138
The aim of this skills-based Support Group is to empower children and teens with ADHD and teach them effective problem solving, healthy coping, time management and organizational skills. Group members will learn: Prioritizing and Completing school assignments + Regulating Emotions ...
Academy MetroWest provides a wide range of groups for children aged 6 - 15. Groups meet weekly in a gymnasium setting and use cooperative, non-competitive physical activity as a means of helping children enhance social skills and self-image. Frequently encountered ...
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Academy MetroWest provides a wide range of groups for children aged 6 - 15. Groups meet weekly in a gymnasium setting and use cooperative, non-competitive physical activity as a means of helping children enhance social skills and self-image. Frequently encountered ...
Care for yourself as you care for your kids! (ages 5 - 10. IF you have older kids, 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 Elizabeth Quigley, LICSW, New Inspiration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chelmsford, MA 01824
Care for yourself as you care for your kids! (ages 5 - 10. IF you have older kids, we offer 1-to-1 counseling and coaching.) Join us for this supportive & educational “parent retreat.” Learn to “lead the way for your ...
Most couples have issues that are so difficult to discuss that they become a barrier to intimacy. If these conversations are left unfinished, either or both partners might experience ongoing resentment, loneliness, fear, shame, guilt or hopelessness.
In this workshop couples ...
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Hosted by Sharona Halpern
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ACC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newton, MA 02458
Most couples have issues that are so difficult to discuss that they become a barrier to intimacy. If these conversations are left unfinished, either or both partners might experience ongoing resentment, loneliness, fear, shame, guilt or hopelessness.
In this workshop couples ...
I am currently enrolling women who are struggling with fertility issues to come together for mutual support and empowerment.
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Hosted by Deborah Goldberg McCarthy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wayland, MA 01778
I am currently enrolling women who are struggling with fertility issues to come together for mutual support and empowerment.
Weekend Retreat for Couples:
April 18--10, 2020. 9am-5pm Saturday & Sunday. Cost: $700 per couple. We will be teaching couples mindfulness practices for being present together, balancing self and other, dealing with differences, giving and receiving attention, building trust and cultivating ...
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Hosted by Antra Kalnins Borofsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdM, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cambridge, MA 02140
Weekend Retreat for Couples:
April 18--10, 2020. 9am-5pm Saturday & Sunday. Cost: $700 per couple. We will be teaching couples mindfulness practices for being present together, balancing self and other, dealing with differences, giving and receiving attention, building trust and cultivating ...
This is a group for individuals with various substance abuse disorders. We utilize a harm reduction model, and work with both inpatient and day treatment programs.
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Hosted by Jeffrey H Zeizel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MPH, BCD, SAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Woburn, MA 01801
This is a group for individuals with various substance abuse disorders. We utilize a harm reduction model, and work with both inpatient and day treatment programs.
Our DBT groups meet for 90 minutes/week for six weeks. Each week focuses on education around DBT skills and practical ways to integrate them into your life. Participants should expect a little bit of homework and should be able to ...
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Hosted by Gabrielle Arias
Counselor, LMHC, RDT, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Littleton, MA 01460
Our DBT groups meet for 90 minutes/week for six weeks. Each week focuses on education around DBT skills and practical ways to integrate them into your life. Participants should expect a little bit of homework and should be able to ...
Boston Eating Disorder offers telehealth psychiatric medication. Fully virtual to meet you where you are most comfortable.
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Hosted by Jenna Wessels
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sudbury, MA 01776
Boston Eating Disorder offers telehealth psychiatric medication. Fully virtual to meet you where you are most comfortable.
This psychologist-led group provides an opportunity for individuals with OCD to receive weekly support, learn from peers, celebrate successes, set behavioral goals, and discuss Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) skills. Most importantly, this group allows ...
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This psychologist-led group provides an opportunity for individuals with OCD to receive weekly support, learn from peers, celebrate successes, set behavioral goals, and discuss Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) skills. Most importantly, this group allows ...
This support group will bring adults with ADHD together to provide opportunities for developing strategies for Procrastination, Impulse control, Atttention/focus, Problem solving, Emotional regulation, Coping with stress and anxiety due to ADHD symptoms, Improving self esteem, time management and organizational ...
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Hosted by 17 Healers Group Therapy Center
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cambridge, MA 02138
This support group will bring adults with ADHD together to provide opportunities for developing strategies for Procrastination, Impulse control, Atttention/focus, Problem solving, Emotional regulation, Coping with stress and anxiety due to ADHD symptoms, Improving self esteem, time management and organizational ...
This is a supportive group for individuals with anxiety or depression who want to apply mindfulness, compassionate acceptance, and values-based action in their lives. The group content is based on the principles Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
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This is a supportive group for individuals with anxiety or depression who want to apply mindfulness, compassionate acceptance, and values-based action in their lives. The group content is based on the principles Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
This co-led women’s group is an ongoing interpersonal process group for identifying females wanting to connect and work on open communication with other women regarding life challenges, relationships, personal and work identities, life transitions, struggles with intimacy, and stressors in ...
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Hosted by Natasha Khoury
Counselor, MEd, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cambridge, MA 02138
This co-led women’s group is an ongoing interpersonal process group for identifying females wanting to connect and work on open communication with other women regarding life challenges, relationships, personal and work identities, life transitions, struggles with intimacy, and stressors in ...
Examples of goals for group: • Improve unsatisfying, frustrating, or disappointing relationships • Become more aware of behavioral patterns • Enhance social skills and intimacy • Decrease loneliness or isolation • Diminish feelings of helplessness • Increase self-esteem and confidence ...
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Hosted by Meaghan Clifford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cambridge, MA 02138
Examples of goals for group: • Improve unsatisfying, frustrating, or disappointing relationships • Become more aware of behavioral patterns • Enhance social skills and intimacy • Decrease loneliness or isolation • Diminish feelings of helplessness • Increase self-esteem and confidence ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Middlesex County?
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.