Support Groups in Portland, ME
Men's Group is a place to get support around learning clear communication skills, relationship building, developing emotional intelligence and learning to ask for and accept help. This is a closed group. An assessment by the facilitator is required for admission ...
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Hosted by Tom Allan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04103
Men's Group is a place to get support around learning clear communication skills, relationship building, developing emotional intelligence and learning to ask for and accept help. This is a closed group. An assessment by the facilitator is required for admission ...
Making Peace: A Body Image Coaching group is for women 18+ who are tired of fighting their body and want to live differently. The group provides a supportive space to envision a future of body respect and appreciation and an ...
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Hosted by Liah Rozenman
Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT, RDT, PCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04102
Making Peace: A Body Image Coaching group is for women 18+ who are tired of fighting their body and want to live differently. The group provides a supportive space to envision a future of body respect and appreciation and an ...
This is a training group for licensed therapist, and will be IN PERSON staring May 19. It will be limited to 10 licensed clinicians who are interested in gaining knowledge and skills in Gestalt couples therapy and applying research on ...
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Hosted by Adrienne J Bentsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04102
This is a training group for licensed therapist, and will be IN PERSON staring May 19. It will be limited to 10 licensed clinicians who are interested in gaining knowledge and skills in Gestalt couples therapy and applying research on ...
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Hosted by Annmarie Mica
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04103
In a supportive setting, we will have a chance to share our stories and learn to be intimate as men. Together we will create a sacred space to learn to honor self and others. This small on-going group offers an ...
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Hosted by Stephen Robert Andrew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
In a supportive setting, we will have a chance to share our stories and learn to be intimate as men. Together we will create a sacred space to learn to honor self and others. This small on-going group offers an ...
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Hosted by Elisabeth Heij
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04103
This is a process group for young professionals interested in addressing relationship difficulties and anxiety while fostering their professional growth and identity. This is a high-functioning co-ed adult group looking for clients with a capacity for self-reflection. The goal of ...
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Hosted by Dan Zuiches, PhD
Psychologist, PhD, MBA, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
This is a process group for young professionals interested in addressing relationship difficulties and anxiety while fostering their professional growth and identity. This is a high-functioning co-ed adult group looking for clients with a capacity for self-reflection. The goal of ...
Learn skills for more psychological flexibility (using mindfulness and committed actions) in a safe and confidential group. You’ll learn how to: • Unhook from negative/harmful thoughts • Be more present • Accept what cannot be changed • Focus on what’s ...
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Hosted by Teresa Valliere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04103
Learn skills for more psychological flexibility (using mindfulness and committed actions) in a safe and confidential group. You’ll learn how to: • Unhook from negative/harmful thoughts • Be more present • Accept what cannot be changed • Focus on what’s ...
**NOW ENROLLING FOR SEPTEMBER 12 START DATE** Support and connection for Autistic women and gender expansive people aged 18+. Those exploring the possibility of Autism diagnosis and self diagnosed individuals are welcome! Everyone deserves to feel a sense of belonging. ...
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Hosted by Brenna O’Sullivan
Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
**NOW ENROLLING FOR SEPTEMBER 12 START DATE** Support and connection for Autistic women and gender expansive people aged 18+. Those exploring the possibility of Autism diagnosis and self diagnosed individuals are welcome! Everyone deserves to feel a sense of belonging. ...
These ongoing weekly groups (age 18-30) provide a safe (currently online) space to explore relationship dynamics. Through empathic listening, vulnerable sharing and rigorous honesty, members start to experience a shift in the circle- and their lives. Sharing perspectives with each ...
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Hosted by Christine Drabek
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC, MS, CCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
These ongoing weekly groups (age 18-30) provide a safe (currently online) space to explore relationship dynamics. Through empathic listening, vulnerable sharing and rigorous honesty, members start to experience a shift in the circle- and their lives. Sharing perspectives with each ...
EMERGE is a counseling group for people who have lost their sense of self in their relationships with others. Not being authentic with others can lead to depression over not being who you wanted to be in the past or ...
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Hosted by Noah e Dorius
Counselor, LCPC-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
EMERGE is a counseling group for people who have lost their sense of self in their relationships with others. Not being authentic with others can lead to depression over not being who you wanted to be in the past or ...
DBT groups are recommended if you experience longstanding difficulties with managing emotions, such as intense negative emotions, emotional lability, suicidal and suicidal thoughts and behaviors, difficulty tolerating distress, and/or related problems in relationships. DBT is not recommended if you have ...
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Hosted by Chelsea M Cogan
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
DBT groups are recommended if you experience longstanding difficulties with managing emotions, such as intense negative emotions, emotional lability, suicidal and suicidal thoughts and behaviors, difficulty tolerating distress, and/or related problems in relationships. DBT is not recommended if you have ...
On-going supervision with theory and case presentations
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Hosted by Sharon Mariner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
On-going supervision with theory and case presentations
This group is an opportunity for men and women to explore the difficult and challenging transition in their lives when their spouse or partner comes out of the closet as a lesbian or gay man.
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Hosted by Norma Kraus-Eule Counseling and Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
This group is an opportunity for men and women to explore the difficult and challenging transition in their lives when their spouse or partner comes out of the closet as a lesbian or gay man.
Level 1 RRP group (Relationship Recovery Process): This group is for Childhood Trauma Survivors interested in understanding what they have been through and working towards recovery. I am running one 6 month, virtual inner child group this spring. Anyone interested ...
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Hosted by Molly Schneider (Previously: Yasi)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
Level 1 RRP group (Relationship Recovery Process): This group is for Childhood Trauma Survivors interested in understanding what they have been through and working towards recovery. I am running one 6 month, virtual inner child group this spring. Anyone interested ...
This is a group for male-identified persons with the purposes of providing a safe, supportive, and confidential space to discuss issues of men’s identity including but not limited to: Mental Health, Relationships, Work, Self-Care, Meaning and Purpose, Family, Culture, Sex ...
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Hosted by Roland B. Mendiola
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04103
This is a group for male-identified persons with the purposes of providing a safe, supportive, and confidential space to discuss issues of men’s identity including but not limited to: Mental Health, Relationships, Work, Self-Care, Meaning and Purpose, Family, Culture, Sex ...
Are you seeking a supportive space to explore your relationship with drugs? Are you looking for practical strategies to make positive changes in your life, at your own pace? Are you looking for connection with others with whom you can ...
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Hosted by Ryan Noel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
Are you seeking a supportive space to explore your relationship with drugs? Are you looking for practical strategies to make positive changes in your life, at your own pace? Are you looking for connection with others with whom you can ...
Using the seasonal shift as a metaphor, this group helps you align with natural processes and honor your personal changes. Through reflective practices, supportive discussion, and mindfulness and nature-based experiential exercises, you will learn to embrace the rhythms of the ...
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Hosted by Elliott Day
Counselor, MS, LCPC-c
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
Using the seasonal shift as a metaphor, this group helps you align with natural processes and honor your personal changes. Through reflective practices, supportive discussion, and mindfulness and nature-based experiential exercises, you will learn to embrace the rhythms of the ...
Have a healthier relationship with food. Learn to cope and address emotional eating. Say no to dieting ! Be informed on nutrition and meals. Call Absolute Health Chiropractic to register for in person or zoom! Group begins Wednesday, September 11th ...
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Hosted by Sabrina Duong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
Have a healthier relationship with food. Learn to cope and address emotional eating. Say no to dieting ! Be informed on nutrition and meals. Call Absolute Health Chiropractic to register for in person or zoom! Group begins Wednesday, September 11th ...
I offer a time limited mens group focused on emotional and spiritual wellbeing. The group meets every other week for six sessions. The group is a combination of process and education. A theme is selected for the session. Conversation and ...
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Hosted by Hughes Kraft
Counselor, LCPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, ME 04101
I offer a time limited mens group focused on emotional and spiritual wellbeing. The group meets every other week for six sessions. The group is a combination of process and education. A theme is selected for the session. Conversation and ...
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How can I find a support group in Portland?
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.