Support Groups in Bloomington, MN
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Hosted by Craig Polsfuss
Psychologist, MA, LP, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomington, MN 55431
My four decades of practice has shown that no matter what brings you to counseling, every person wants to live in consistent positive feelings – comfortable in their own skin and enjoying life – able to navigate the ups and downs with resilience and effectiveness – able to solve the problems they face and move forward. This is the focus of my sessions – tailored to your specific situation and needs. Sessions are comfortable and informal. I can help nearly every client I see because I know all people have innate mental wellbeing and the ability to connect to it in a simple way that deepens and endures. Let’s chat.
In this group, we will discuss the difficulties of infertility; while learning how to cope. In this group we will go through 8 sessions designed to help you build your family.
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Hosted by Brandon Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MHS, LGSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomington, MN 55431
Feeling overwhelmed? If life has taken it's toll on your mental health its time to make a change. You need to view more than the negative side of yourself. On the inside, you're trying to remain determined, and accomplished, but in reality you feel incapable of living up to your potential and no matter how hard you try to change. I will help you get over that hump. You are the expert on your life and through a collaborative approach, we will walk together to through your concerns to help you feel empowered and able to take control of your life. I treat infertility concerns, marriage and relationship counseling and depression.
This group is specially designed for loved ones or significant others of people struggling with substance overuse or the recovery process. We will explore relationship dynamics when chemical use is present, ways to improve communication and boundaries, and bringing awareness to your own needs in the process. You will also gain much needed support from others going through a similar experience.
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Hosted by Lauren Adsem
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC, MHP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomington, MN 55420
My clients are doers that have done all they can to try to gain control over substance overuse. Whether you are a spouse or parent that is desperate to get your loved one to stop using or you are struggling with substance overuse yourself- I am here for it all. Substance overuse effects the entire family system and it is best treated as a whole. I specialize in helping family systems heal from the impact of substance overuse and find a sense of grounding in their lives. I will provide a safe space to explore your story and we will work together to build a plan that will bring relief all around.
Group that encourages a discussion for learning healthier, tastier life choices when food shopping, cooking for mood health, supplements to assist with various physical/mental health concerns, understanding sleep hygiene and assisting it, working with yoga and exercise for calming, and body healing. These topics are aimed at learning ways to get and maintain calm, happiness and stability of mood. Will entail some field trips when discussing food and supplements.
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Hosted by Therapy Place Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomington, MN 55420
I work with people who are interested in holistic health and traditional methods. I see motivated folx who invest in getting better by working outside sessions. I see people from difficult families, with mood, career, family, couple, chronic medical/cancer, obsessive/compulsive, attention, spiritual issues, and people who want to be more successful in relationships and with themselves. I see adults and elders, people from various cultures, countries and religions. I offer Saturday and evening appointments. I research concerns and network with holistic health professionals for your needs.
This 12-week* counseling group will include healing practices from Western & Indigenous psychotherapy & yoga**, including asana (poses/movements), meditation, mudras (hand symbols), pranayama (breathing), trauma education, guided self-inquiry, & group discussion. Any level of yoga experience is welcome. Themes include: Grounding; Centering; Claiming Power & Space; Balancing; Focusing; Processing & Releasing Emotions; Connecting to Self, Community, & Nature; Finding Your Voice; & more… Group size: 5-8. Start: when minimum participants reached, likely summer/fall. *We will not meet one Sunday per month for "integration week," meaning total length is 4 months. **I am trained in the Shankaracharya lineage, emphasizing self-inquiry & self-sovereignty.
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Hosted by Rebecca Roepke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CATP, RYT-500, EAGALA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomington, MN 55425
Unleash your inner mermaid. Like a mermaid, you were born wondrous and whole, with awe-inspiring potential. Perhaps, like her, trauma hides your power, voice, and sense of magic; tries to cut you off from true self, body, community, and nature’s rhythms; tells oppressive stories that serve to keep you “in your place,” lost, lonely, ashamed, fearful, unfulfilled, or hating your body. The mermaid reclaims her birthright and returns to her community– stronger and more magnificent than ever. You, too, can lay that colonizing fear “am I enough?” in its watery grave, re-discover your voice, step into your wild power, and trust yourself.
Planting Seeds Recovery offers process groups for people looking to explore what fuels their desire to drink/use and the ways it effects their life. We welcome people at all stages of their discovery process-- including people who are newly exploring patterns of use, thinking about whether cutting back or complete abstinence, help setting intentions/goals for the future, needing continued support after treatment, or wanting more from sustained recovery. Most people wish they wouldn't have waited so long to join these groups. Groups meet weekly for 1.5 hrs and have 6-10 people attending.
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Hosted by Julia Hess
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomington, MN 55420
The shame of not being in control of your life can feel so isolating and anxiety provoking. And the thought of talking about it with someone else can feel paralyzing at times. How did I get here? Why can't I fix this on my own? Why do I keep going back? What is wrong with me? Do I have a drinking problem? Why can't I sleep? Do I need to quit or can I just cut back? Why is my relationship so difficult? These nagging thoughts could go on and on.
Planting Seeds Recovery offers aviation (pilots, aviation students, air traffic controllers, etc.) specific aftercare process groups that meet the requirements for the HIMS program and FAA. Currently, we are meeting via telehealth and offer flexible scheduling to meet your specific needs.
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Hosted by Julia Hess
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomington, MN 55420
The shame of not being in control of your life can feel so isolating and anxiety provoking. And the thought of talking about it with someone else can feel paralyzing at times. How did I get here? Why can't I fix this on my own? Why do I keep going back? What is wrong with me? Do I have a drinking problem? Why can't I sleep? Do I need to quit or can I just cut back? Why is my relationship so difficult? These nagging thoughts could go on and on.
coming 2024 when enough participants sign up- Partner with Tshennón:ni the therapy dog to explore relational skills and boundaries, practice soothing/calming over-excited nervous system (yours or hers) and of energizing lethargic systems, and engage in human-dog interactions for co-regulation. Share your own best coping skills with the group, get new ideas from others, and brainstorm ways to use these skills in real life.
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Hosted by Rebecca Roepke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CATP, RYT-500, EAGALA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomington, MN 55425
Unleash your inner mermaid. Like a mermaid, you were born wondrous and whole, with awe-inspiring potential. Perhaps, like her, trauma hides your power, voice, and sense of magic; tries to cut you off from true self, body, community, and nature’s rhythms; tells oppressive stories that serve to keep you “in your place,” lost, lonely, ashamed, fearful, unfulfilled, or hating your body. The mermaid reclaims her birthright and returns to her community– stronger and more magnificent than ever. You, too, can lay that colonizing fear “am I enough?” in its watery grave, re-discover your voice, step into your wild power, and trust yourself.
Planting Seeds Recovery offers aviation (pilots, aviation students, air traffic controllers, etc.) specific aftercare process groups that meet the requirements for the HIMS program and FAA. Currently, we are meeting via telehealth and offer flexible scheduling to meet your specific needs.
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Hosted by Lauren Adsem
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC, MHP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomington, MN 55420
My clients are doers that have done all they can to try to gain control over substance overuse. Whether you are a spouse or parent that is desperate to get your loved one to stop using or you are struggling with substance overuse yourself- I am here for it all. Substance overuse effects the entire family system and it is best treated as a whole. I specialize in helping family systems heal from the impact of substance overuse and find a sense of grounding in their lives. I will provide a safe space to explore your story and we will work together to build a plan that will bring relief all around.
This group is designed to continue to explore deeper existential questions that come up as we journey further into recovery. Many people in this group have moved on from the Explore Recovery Group or have found a sustained recovery practice and want to continue their work with the support of a process group. We will spend time diving into our value systems, patterns of relating, and developing personal intentions for moving toward our best life. This group meets bi-weekly 1.5 hours and allows for 6-10 people.
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Hosted by Julia Hess
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bloomington, MN 55420
The shame of not being in control of your life can feel so isolating and anxiety provoking. And the thought of talking about it with someone else can feel paralyzing at times. How did I get here? Why can't I fix this on my own? Why do I keep going back? What is wrong with me? Do I have a drinking problem? Why can't I sleep? Do I need to quit or can I just cut back? Why is my relationship so difficult? These nagging thoughts could go on and on.
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We are a group therapy practice located in Minneapolis metro area that works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
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Hosted by Marguerite Ohrtman
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, EdD, LPCC, NCC, LSC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edina, MN 55439
Looking for someone to help and encourage you through a hard time or a life change? Even when life feels overwhelming and busy, it's important that you take care of yourself. I will help you regain control, build trust in yourself, and support you make changes that you want. Through an open, authentic, and direct relationship, I will help you make changes that make your life not just good, but better! I will encourage you to explore what you want and help you achieve those goals. I also offer tele-health sessions so you don't need to leave the comfort of your home or office!
This is a group for adult men who are dealing with depression and anxiety due to relationships, work/career, family issues. We use Pia Mellody's PIT model for healing from trauma that impacts our daily lives.
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Hosted by Gina Schuchman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edina, MN 55439
As of August 2024 I will have retired. I will continue to own and run Edina Counseling Center until the right owner(s) come along. We have many great clinicians at ECC and we'd love to help you connect with them so keep reaching out! I will continue to be available for consulting on business and practice issues.
Temporarily cancelled. This is a free form art making and process therapy group for women. Materials are provided.
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Hosted by Elizabeth Nash
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edina, MN 55435
I work with all ages, individuals, couples and families using experiential therapies (Art, Biofeedback and Qeeg guided Neurofeedback) and more traditional talk therapies (Cognitive Behavioral Methods) so that you can learn more about yourself and others, live well, feel content and achieve what you desire. My clients describe me as having a creative, easy going and gentle style.
In this safe and compassionate group, men will have the opportunity to be open and vulnerable with other men discussing challenges and successes they've experienced in past and current relationships. Topics covered will include:, Anger and Resentments, Intimacy, Sex, Addictions, Codependency, Forgiveness and Compassion, Grief, Honesty with Self and Others, Family of Origin Patterns and Personal Feedom.
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Hosted by Steve James Stadler
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Minneapolis, MN 55439
I work with clients who experience the following challenges: finding compassion for self and others, having difficulty maintaining healthy relationship, experiencing road blocks (Unprocessed Grief, suppressed anger and resentment, debilitating fear, addiction, betrayal, shame filled internal messages, anxiety and depression). Are these obstacles keeping you from experiencing serenity and inner peace, lack of engagement and connection?
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Hosted by Nathan Ernst
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edina, MN 55439
This is a relationship building group for Men who are interested in tapping into their authenticity on a more constancy basis. Topics/themes that will be discussed and processed include: relationship triggers, grief and loss, cross addictions, intimacy and connection, meaning and purpose, coping skills, anxiety and depression, ACOA (adult children of alcoholic and dysfunctional homes) related issues. In this 90 minute group you will process thoughts and feelings with other men in a safe, compassionate, facilitated, and confidential space. New groups starting monthly! Call or email to register (bi-weekly, max 7 members per group, inquire about sliding fee if needed).
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Hosted by Steve James Stadler
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Minneapolis, MN 55439
I work with clients who experience the following challenges: finding compassion for self and others, having difficulty maintaining healthy relationship, experiencing road blocks (Unprocessed Grief, suppressed anger and resentment, debilitating fear, addiction, betrayal, shame filled internal messages, anxiety and depression). Are these obstacles keeping you from experiencing serenity and inner peace, lack of engagement and connection?
Embark on an adventure like no other this summer with our LGBTQ+ Teen D&D Group! Join us for fun-filled exploration where gaming meets therapy. Dive into a make-believe world while honing essential life skills. Through role play, we'll tackle communication, active listening, problem-solving, decision-making, empathy, teamwork, resilience, self-expression, and conflict resolution. Then, for the final 45 minutes, we'll gather to process our in-game experiences, drawing parallels to our real lives and empowering ourselves with new insights. It's more than just a game; it's a journey of discovery and growth!
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Hosted by Nicole Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edina, MN 55439
Nicole is an empathetic, direct, and nonjudgmental therapist who utilizes compassion and humor in their work with youth. As a Japanese American and member of the LGBTQ+ community, Nicole is passionate about providing a social justice lens and safe space to discuss systemic oppression, implicit biases, the current political environment, and the impact of these environmental stressors on the therapeutic relationship and our collective mental health.
Does anxiety or OCD feel like another member of your family? When you have a child with anxiety, the whole family is impacted. What started off as a little worry has grown into your child’s excessive need for reassurance, avoidance of activities, or demands to help them with rituals. In this 3-part workshop, you are going to learn about ways to address your child’s anxiety. This workshop will provide with you concrete, actionable steps you can take to help your child. Learn more at stateofmindtherapy.com
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Hosted by Jenny Matthews
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Minneapolis, MN 55439
Suffering from anxiety is exhausting. The what if'ing is constant and you know these thoughts aren't rational...but they feel so real. You find yourself often distracted because of worried thinking. You try everything to find relief (even therapy), but nothing seems to help. You avoid anxiety triggers, and this only seems to have made your world small. You wish you could wake up tomorrow with skills that work to stop the noise in your head so you can be confident to handle what life throws at you, be present with your loved ones, and stay focused at work.
* Board Approved Supervisor by Minnesota Boards of Marriage and Family Therapy (BMFT) and Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy (BBHT).
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Hosted by Jason Tharaldson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edina, MN 55439
WELCOME – I'm an Individual and Couples Therapist, Board-approved Supervisor, and a Certified Enneagram Coach. I have 20+ years of clinical experience with most age levels, treatment settings, and client concerns. My areas of expertise include stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationships, divorce, eating disorders, and grief/loss. I also have specialized training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which are highly effective treatments for PTSD. I am willing to incorporate Christian values when requested by clients. I have in-person and telehealth openings.
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Hosted by Chris Wheeler Doe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edina, MN 55439
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Bloomington?
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.