Support Groups in Germantown, MD
This anger management group is designed to help you understand what causes you to become angry and teach you how to identify your anger triggers. You will come away from with group with an understanding of of to manage your ...
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Hosted by Dr. Veara Butler
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Germantown, MD 20876
This anger management group is designed to help you understand what causes you to become angry and teach you how to identify your anger triggers. You will come away from with group with an understanding of of to manage your ...
IN-PERSON Group. Adults working on skills to better control anger. This is a volunteer admission group. This is a closed group once the participants count has been met the group will close. Certificate of completion will be issued at end. ...
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Hosted by Leah Howard
Counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Germantown, MD 20876
IN-PERSON Group. Adults working on skills to better control anger. This is a volunteer admission group. This is a closed group once the participants count has been met the group will close. Certificate of completion will be issued at end. ...
*Virtual* group starts 6/12/24. FIRST NIGHT FREE! Is your child/teen explosive? Shut down? Experienced a childhood trauma or anxiety? At your wit's end? Then this group is for you! Learn how to both connect & correct, handle control battles, get ...
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Hosted by Benjamin Hurlburt
Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Germantown, MD 20874
*Virtual* group starts 6/12/24. FIRST NIGHT FREE! Is your child/teen explosive? Shut down? Experienced a childhood trauma or anxiety? At your wit's end? Then this group is for you! Learn how to both connect & correct, handle control battles, get ...
Supportive 12 week group with heart-centered somatic awareness accessing strengths and embodying deep calm to amplify the skill and ability of each participant. Each receives positive heart-centered specific focused energy of the group each week to assist them with moving ...
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Hosted by Katherine Wright
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Germantown, MD 20876
Supportive 12 week group with heart-centered somatic awareness accessing strengths and embodying deep calm to amplify the skill and ability of each participant. Each receives positive heart-centered specific focused energy of the group each week to assist them with moving ...
Virtual group starts August 2024, depending on the needs of participants. FIRST NIGHT FREE. Is your child/teen explosive? Shut down? Experienced a childhood trauma or anxiety? At your wit's end? Then this group is for you! Learn how to both ...
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Hosted by Didi Anude
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Germantown, MD 20874
Virtual group starts August 2024, depending on the needs of participants. FIRST NIGHT FREE. Is your child/teen explosive? Shut down? Experienced a childhood trauma or anxiety? At your wit's end? Then this group is for you! Learn how to both ...
*Virtual* group starts September 24. First night FREE! Is your child/teen explosive? Shut down? Experienced a childhood trauma or anxiety? At your wit's end? Adoptive families welcome. Then this group is for you! Learn how to both connect & correct, ...
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Hosted by Katie Giganti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Germantown, MD 20874
*Virtual* group starts September 24. First night FREE! Is your child/teen explosive? Shut down? Experienced a childhood trauma or anxiety? At your wit's end? Adoptive families welcome. Then this group is for you! Learn how to both connect & correct, ...
As a PANS Mama of 3, I'm here to support the recovery of your fried nervous system! Come and be a part of a supportive virtual group where you will not only have a chance to talk, but to also ...
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Hosted by Katie Giganti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Germantown, MD 20874
As a PANS Mama of 3, I'm here to support the recovery of your fried nervous system! Come and be a part of a supportive virtual group where you will not only have a chance to talk, but to also ...
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Successful connections with co-workers, friends, a spouse, or a significant other can enhance your career, enrich your life, and be deeply fulfilling. In this group, my wife, Judy Tyson, Ph.D., and I will coach you in your interactions with the ...
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Hosted by Louis Ari Kopolow
Psychiatrist, MD, DLFAPA, ACP, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Successful connections with co-workers, friends, a spouse, or a significant other can enhance your career, enrich your life, and be deeply fulfilling. In this group, my wife, Judy Tyson, Ph.D., and I will coach you in your interactions with the ...
Second Chance is proud to announce that it is now offering a DUI Program and IOP Program for Spanish speakers. We hope that these additions to our organization will benefit those who are more comfortable speaking Spanish. We are fortunate ...
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Hosted by Second Chance Addiction Care
Treatment Center, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
Second Chance is proud to announce that it is now offering a DUI Program and IOP Program for Spanish speakers. We hope that these additions to our organization will benefit those who are more comfortable speaking Spanish. We are fortunate ...
At Mindful Guidance Therapy, we believe in the transformative potential of mindfulness – the practice of being fully present in the moment with non-judgmental awareness. We integrate mindfulness principles into our therapeutic approach, guiding you to cultivate a deeper connection ...
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Hosted by Svetlana Danshes
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
At Mindful Guidance Therapy, we believe in the transformative potential of mindfulness – the practice of being fully present in the moment with non-judgmental awareness. We integrate mindfulness principles into our therapeutic approach, guiding you to cultivate a deeper connection ...
This yoga class for those in eating disorder recovery and/or with trauma histories is slated to start in July. Join the interest list-you can reach out to be the first to hear when it's up and running!
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Hosted by Kellie Zundel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
This yoga class for those in eating disorder recovery and/or with trauma histories is slated to start in July. Join the interest list-you can reach out to be the first to hear when it's up and running!
Group resumes in person Wednesday August 30th, 2023. Exploration of negative thoughts that impact low self-esteem. Challenge negative thinking and foster improved overall sense of self-esteem and self worth. Explore how mood impacts self-esteem. Assertiveness in communication skills. This is ...
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Hosted by Ella Mae Gray
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Group resumes in person Wednesday August 30th, 2023. Exploration of negative thoughts that impact low self-esteem. Challenge negative thinking and foster improved overall sense of self-esteem and self worth. Explore how mood impacts self-esteem. Assertiveness in communication skills. This is ...
This is a telehealth group for Big Beautiful people who want to use group support to identify goals, values, and live their best life - regardless of their larger size. The group is inclusive, and on-going, with half the session ...
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Hosted by Jennifer Bugg Wright
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Boyds, MD 20841
This is a telehealth group for Big Beautiful people who want to use group support to identify goals, values, and live their best life - regardless of their larger size. The group is inclusive, and on-going, with half the session ...
Private insurance accepted. DBT is a type of talk therapy specially adapted for people who experience intense emotional reactions. DBT focuses on helping people accept the reality of their situation, reframe their perception, regulate their reaction, and change their lives. ...
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Hosted by Amber Berkhart
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Private insurance accepted. DBT is a type of talk therapy specially adapted for people who experience intense emotional reactions. DBT focuses on helping people accept the reality of their situation, reframe their perception, regulate their reaction, and change their lives. ...
Girls ages 10-14 years old. 6 weeks; Virtual. Skill Building, Communication, Regulating Emotions. Develop tools for healthy relationships. Contact to Register.
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Hosted by Eleni Alexiou
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
Girls ages 10-14 years old. 6 weeks; Virtual. Skill Building, Communication, Regulating Emotions. Develop tools for healthy relationships. Contact to Register.
All girl group is for "tweens" ages 10-12, with self esteem issues, anxiety and depression. Group combines traditional psychotherapy,yoga, meditation, breath work and guided relaxation. Please see our website for a more detailed description, www.greaterwashingtonther apy.com
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Hosted by Nanci Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20852
All girl group is for "tweens" ages 10-12, with self esteem issues, anxiety and depression. Group combines traditional psychotherapy,yoga, meditation, breath work and guided relaxation. Please see our website for a more detailed description, www.greaterwashingtonther apy.com
An in-person group for adolescents who struggle with anxiety, social anxiety, and self-esteem.Learn and practice the following: Week 1: Introduction & Basics-The difference between stress and anxiety and why you need different strategies for each -Increasing emotional awareness -The 3 ...
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Hosted by Mark Macauley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gaithersburg, MD 20878
An in-person group for adolescents who struggle with anxiety, social anxiety, and self-esteem.Learn and practice the following: Week 1: Introduction & Basics-The difference between stress and anxiety and why you need different strategies for each -Increasing emotional awareness -The 3 ...
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Hosted by Life Support Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gaithersburg, MD 20878
A weekly group, meeting Wednesday evenings, supporting adults, age 18+, in making healthy lifestyle changes to improve their overall quality of life. Goals: Eat more plants, keep moving, sleep well, be present, master anxiety, love people.
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Hosted by Patrick Brown
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, DipACLM
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gaithersburg, MD 20878
A weekly group, meeting Wednesday evenings, supporting adults, age 18+, in making healthy lifestyle changes to improve their overall quality of life. Goals: Eat more plants, keep moving, sleep well, be present, master anxiety, love people.
Our grief support group offers a safe space to share your loss and pain, whether it is the death of a loved one, a divorce, a break-up, or even the loss of the world we lived in before the pandemic. ...
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Hosted by Raisa Manejwala
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Our grief support group offers a safe space to share your loss and pain, whether it is the death of a loved one, a divorce, a break-up, or even the loss of the world we lived in before the pandemic. ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Germantown?
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.