Our men's groups are great ways to find friendly companionship and have the kinds of important conversations that are often missing from men's lives. They are also places to learn better how to communicate with both warmth and strength, with openness and freedom from fear.
"I have been involved in these kinds of groups 20 years. No one has had the kind of impact that Dan has had on me."
"The level of communication between my wife and me has improved several-fold as a direct result of the work I have done in our men's group."
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If you feel hopeless or unsupported, or you feel depressed or anxious...or if your husband or wife or partner isn't willing or able to talk about problems, I offer professional, supportive, empathic, and good-humored help. I'm a psychologist, researcher, and former clinical supervisor and professor at The Wright Institute, in Berkeley, California, who helps adults and teens facing difficulties and dilemmas, and couples with low to high conflict, including infidelity, who may want to save--or simply improve--their relationship.
Trinity Counseling Center is a faith-based center formed in October, 2008 by a group of therapists who desire to make a positive change in the lives of people. Although each therapist at Trinity is unique in personality and approach, we are knit together by our common bond in Christ. Our faith calls us to live out true spiritual community amongst ourselves. In doing so, we become better people and more effective therapists. Trinity's mission is to help bring about positive and lasting change in the lives of those who are experiencing trials and struggles.
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Hosted by Gabriel J McCoy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, OR 97504
Gabriel McCoy, LMFT (Clinical Director of Trinity Counseling Center, LLC) holds a B.S. from Belmont University in Nashville, TN, and a Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA.
Expressive writing for folks with chronic pain. No writing experience required! Our focus is on personal process, self-discovery, and healing - not craft. This is a guided 6-week personal development workshop (not a psychotherapy group) that uses evidence-based practices and creative processes to enhance wellbeing for folks with chronic pain/illness. Please visit inktoinsight.com and choose "Upcoming Events", Pain Meets Pen: Quieting Chronic Pain with Therapeutic Writing™ to learn more. Contact Elisa@inktoinsight.com with the subject "Pain Meets Pen" for a screening intake (required prior to registration). Next group begins September 25, 2024.
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Hosted by Elisa Joy Friedlander
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashland, OR 97520
Chronic Pain & Illness - and other Therapeutic Writing & Journaling group openings. Please link to website for details. No availability for individual clients at this time. You might notice a discrepancy between the life you are living, and the life/aspects of life you desire. I'm here to help you bridge that gap by creatively guiding you to give voice to various parts of yourself (including parts that are hidden or less acknowledged) as you gain valuable insights and new narratives that enable you to engage in your life and relationships with more skill, authenticity, and ease.
Starting January 25th, 2023! Wednesday evenings 6:00. The primary intention for this group is providing a calm space to gather and practice mindfulness meditation.
You are invited to join this journey to create a happier and healthier life. We practice being in community. We give and receive support in community. We develop awareness of ourselves and expand our awareness of others with growing kindness, compassion, and trust. INSURANCE ACCEPTED. Please contact me for more information
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Hosted by Elizabeth Ann Van Driel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, OR 97504
Maybe you are on the verge of something…big, scary, exhilarating, distressing. Are you looking for some support to take a leap of faith? Has life brought you to a crossroads you are unsure how to navigate? My passion is helping adults facing challenges during life transitions such as employment change, relocation, divorce, empty nest, health. I can work with you to transform challenges into exciting discoveries of self. I like to refer to this as resilience. Resilience is not a trait that people either have or do not have. Anyone can develop and nurture resilience. Resilience is not magic; it is a state of being.
We offer groups for chronic pain, diabetes, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting and more. We are a team of therapists offering a variety of unique services including music therapy, trauma informed yoga, acceptance and commitment therapy, family systems work and much more. We know that when one person enters into therapy, they do not exist in a vaccuum. Each person lives in a system of friends, family, and other relationships which influence their individual challenges and needs in many ways. While we work hard to maintain individual access to and privacy in therapeutic settings, we can also offer a team approach with family care.
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Hosted by Sheryl (Grunde) Kleiman
Professional Counselor Associate, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, OR 97501
I help individuals find fulfillment and couples to thrive in their relationships. I love supporting women and families through pregnancy and motherhood. Inner peace is about understanding and finding acceptance for who you are and how you came to be this person. We will identify your strengths and use them to transform negative patterns that are holding you back or keeping you down. I teach somatic awareness and mindfulness to help you improve your ability to witness yourself, leading to more insight. I work with couples on communication, sexuality, co-parenting, making agreements and becoming each other’s best support person.
This group is an 6-week psycho-educational group. Participants will learn how to manage chronic insomnia and other sleep difficulties to improve both quality of sleep and sleep consolidation. I use a combination of two evidence-based modalities: Cognitive Behavior Therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). This is not a therapy processing group; rather, it is a structured program that is also tailored to each individual's needs. Please visit roguevalleytherapy.com/Sleep Solutions for more information.
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Hosted by Kelly Birch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, C-IAYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashland, OR 97520
Using a variety of therapeutic tools to create a client-centered, integrated approach to change, I offer a compassionate environment to help you achieve your therapy goals. I welcome diverse clients with a variety of mental health needs, including anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, insomnia, and chronic pain. I focus on your natural strengths and resilience as well as your inherent motivation for change, and working with unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. I often incorporate mindfulness and acceptance techniques, as well as guided meditation, to facilitate the therapy process and lead to more ease in meeting life's ups and downs.
Experiential group in which participants will: Learn to cultivate emotional balance, through mindfulness practice and training in emotional-regulation strategies. Practice strategies to counteract destructive thought patterns and negative emotions. Practice sophisticated skills in resolving emotional conflicts, reducing stress and strengthening the immune system. Discover useful techniques for bringing mindfulness into everyday activities: centering, grounding, opening, understanding and sensing the body/mind connection. Learn how to use the relationship to self as an instrument in opening up to growth and transformation.
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Hosted by Nando Raynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashland, OR 97520
Life satisfaction is mostly about relationship, don't you agree? I help people have emotionally open and compassionate relationships both with themselves and with others. I work with individuals and couples on this. Individually, so much of life satisfaction and personal effectiveness is based on how well you understand yourself (mindfulness), how you treat yourself (compassion), and how you advocate for your desires. With others, relationships are built through mutually respectful listening and co-creating mutually delightful interactions. I see relationship as a spiritual path.
The Dandelion Project provides female youth a space to examine the social and psychological impact mass media has on their self-esteem, self-expression and ability to engage in healthy relationships. The interventions utilized in this group include cognitive behavioral therapy, art therapy and media psychology. Group size is kept small and this group operates as closed group once it begins. Sorry, no late additions.
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Hosted by Kimberly Eikenberry @ Braveheart Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MBA, QMHP, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, OR 97504
Are you or your teen experiencing high rates of stress, anxiety, depression or a general sense of feeling overwhelmed by your current day to day life? Are you experiencing a sense of disempowerment & in need of a strength-based & trauma-informed approach? As a clinician, I specialize in helping individuals & families regain that sense of balance via behavior management, personal growth exploration & internal systems work. You are my perfect client if you're seeking increased clarity & control over your behaviors, thoughts & emotions.
*ASHLAND CSWA SUPERVISION GROUP* Accepting CSWAs for group supervision *Experienced, compassionate, cutting-edge supervision with LCSW in supportive environment. *Enhance your: Assessments, Diagnosis (DSM-5), Treatment Planning, Documentation, Suicide Intervention, & specialized interventions for anxiety, trauma, and mood disorders. *I practice a Strengths & Competency-Based Model of Supervision; I provide supportive and accurate feedback, enhance skill and effectiveness, and model lifelong learning. My background includes outpatient psychotherapy (relational/meta-cognitive/EMDR), integrated behavioral health, domestic violence intervention, ASIST community trainer, hospice & medical social work, MSW student supervisor, and CSWA supervisor.
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Hosted by Caelin Johnson-Lupes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashland, OR 97520
Welcome! I am a licensed clinician of 13 years, and a trauma and anxiety specialist. Safety, trust, and warmth are essential in my process. While stress and difficult changes are facts of modern life, they do not have to be a life sentence. I'm curious: Are you overwhelmed? Do you feel stuck and wish something would change? Are you an HSP? Whether you are seeking a warm, trustworthy guide to explore your patterns and unlock your potential, or you already know exactly what you want to overcome, I'm here to partner with you. Let's chart a new course towards confidence, joy, and a future you are excited to discover!
This is an open art therapy studio that meets once a week. It is specifically for cancer survivors at any stage in their process: from diagnosis to years past the completion of medical treatment. Common issues addressed are medical decisions, side effects, relationships effected, the "new normal". The group is for survivors of any type of cancer. Application is required to attend.
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Hosted by Delaine Due
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LAT, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, OR 97504
As a Board Certified Art Therapist I give my clients a safe space where expression without judgment is supported. I work with adolescents and adults in both brief and long-term art psychotherapy. I work with people to transform trauma and anxiety, as well as those questioning sexuality and gender identity. The modality and practice of art psychotherapy combined with my background in depth psychology create a therapeutic experience that supports your own internal wisdom in the process. I am also practical and provide immediate skills to my clients for managing stress, changing detrimental thought patterns and behaviors, and gaining insight.
WANT BETTER SEX & INTIMACY & COMMUNICATION? Learn how the FFF technique will improve your relationship immediately. Learn real steps to get out of any ruts & resolve resentments. Learn how to manage & beat your insecurities-everyone has them-you're not alone-don't let insecurities hold you back. SPACE IS LIMITED CALL NOW! CONTACT: Angela @ (541) 357-9912 *Six Sessions-Call for pricing & dates
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Hosted by Angela Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Central Point, OR 97502
Are you going through a difficult time in your life? Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stressed out, anxious or depressed? Does it feel like no one is listening or others are judging you? I will give you a safe place. I will listen to you. I will provide you with new tools and coping strategies. We will collaborate together to achieve your goals, making positive changes!
Brave-Heart Therapy and Counseling, LLC is a practice that offers mental health services to individuals, couples, families, and groups. We are committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental & supportive environment where clients can address their mental health concerns. The practice is staffed by therapist who have expertise in a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, & life transitions. Offer evidence-based treatments such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, & trauma-focused therapy. The practice values cultural humility & strives to create an inclusive environment for all clients. Offering telehealth services for clients who prefer online therapy.
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Hosted by Nathan Olson
Clinical Social Work Associate, CSWA, CADCIII, QMHP, MSW, CBIP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Eagle Point, OR 97524
As a therapist informed by resilience and trauma, I support individuals, couples, and families coping with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions with a client-centered approach. I believe in our potential to be better versions of ourselves and strive towards our ideal self. Together, we'll develop a meaningful and effective treatment plan to help you address unresolved issues and achieve happiness. My aim is to help you live the life you desire by enabling your transformation and fulfillment. It is my honor to join other humans on their journey to achieve wellbeing and identify their ideal self.
The Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM)® and Community Resiliency Model (CRM)® are designed to help individuals understand the biology of traumatic stress reactions and learn specific skills to return the body, mind and spirit back to balance after experiencing traumatic events. These skills can awaken the hope that has, for some, been lost after natural and human-made disasters. Here is a link to the information about these workshops: https://www.traumaresourceinstitute.com/
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Hosted by Bridges to Well-Being, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashland, OR 97520
Bridges to Well-Being is a group behavioral health practice serving children, adults, couples, and families. We offer in person and virtual behavioral health. Bridges to Well-Being is dedicated to serving community members throughout Oregon with a physical location in Medford. We care for people in a holistic manner; taking into consideration your cultural and spiritual beliefs, your financial and resource needs and what is most meaningful for you at this time in your life. Our clinical team consists of a diverse group of licensed behavioral health clinicians who offer client centered care to encourage outcome change.
Group Counseling for Couples. A one-year series of monthly full-day retreats for couples seeking to strengthen the foundations of their marriage or partnership. Theoretical orientation: Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). Limited enrollment, starts in January 2020.
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Hosted by Jeff Borchers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashland, OR 97520
TAKE THE FIRST STEP! It's never easy, but when you do take that first, safe step into healing and transformation, you will find the energy for change and lasting solutions. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to help you decide if we're right for each other. I specialize in anxiety and depression and their effects on relationships, including marriage, partnerships, family, and the workplace.
This group meets weekly and is for anyone suffering from acute stress--either recent or chronic, adult or childhood. The style is a combination of Gestalt group therapy, and process oriented therapy. There is an educational aspect, primarily on the topics of acute stress, PTSD, and data from the ACES (adverse childhood experiences study). This is a closed group that will resume and take new members at agreed upon intervals.
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Hosted by Akiva DeJack
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashland, OR 97520
I have been a psychotherapist for over 30 years, so my practice has both depth and breadth. I have much experience working with depression and anxiety, addictions and recovery, all types of trauma, and relationship issues of all kinds. I welcome LGBTQ+ individuals, folx from non-dominant cultural backgrounds, and I enjoy working with individuals, couples, "pods," and families. My goal is the empowerment of everyone I serve.
I am a trauma expert. Groups allow us to heal and thrive together. They remind us that no matter the pain we feel, we are not alone. While in connection with others you will work on your own individual disturbance without sharing it with others, and be able to feel the comfort and validation of group support. Space for this group is limited to six participants. If interested please contact me by email: adriannemillercounseling@gmail.com.
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Hosted by Adrianne Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW CP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, OR 97504
I believe that transformation is possible for everyone. I believe that one of the bravest things you can do is to begin to explore and understand your own story. It is within your story, embodied in your body, mind, and spirit, that you will find the key to a brighter and fulfilling future. During my more than thirty years as a therapist I have helped countless individuals and couples on their journey to discovery and healing. Join me. Let's do this together. I will work with you to heal on all levels.
Did you experience psychedelics, entheogens & feel their impact on your life? This confidential group provides therapeutic support in matters of safety & psychological integration of altered states of consciousness. The group is facilitated within framework of Harm Reduction Psychotherapy & Person-centered therapy models. As facilitator of the group, I draw my knowledge from years of experience living and learning from of indigenous ceremony leaders in South America. Legal Disclaimer: the group doesn't endorse use of psychoactive substances & psychedelics for treatment of mental health conditions.
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Hosted by Danesh Oleshko
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, LLM, CADC I, JD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashland, OR 97520
My commitment is to offer effective therapy. As a person seeking therapy, you need a counselor who can understand and meet you where healing and growth is waiting to take place within you. Let's connect and find out if that counselor is me. I offer depth therapy that is emotionally sensitive, trauma-informed and transpersonal: integrating soul-searching and the management of daily life & relationships. My practice is integrative: weaving elements of nature therapy, body-centered expression and a receptive, feminine/masculine balanced approach.
This 8-week group provides a supportive and open space for women to safely explore and express the physical, emotional, and psychological costs of infertility. Individuals will be given the space to unload and mourn, learn coping skills to deal with stress, learn relaxation and mindfulness techniques to reduce anxiety and sadness, and gather resources for infertility and pregnancy loss such as acupuncture, nutrition, yoga, etc. Modalities utilized are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, and yoga/mindfulness therapeutic interventions. More information www.infertilityuplifted.com. Virtual & In Person Options
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Hosted by Kasey Hayden
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, MEd, QMHP, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashland, OR 97520
I am passionate about being there for others helping them discover their strengths, build their resilience and increase their joy. My approach is client-centered and focuses on empathy, compassion, and being there for others so they feel truly seen. My hope is to meet clients where they are in each moment and help them find their inner strength to be their truest self. I am a wife, mother, and survivor of infertility that can relate to the struggles and joys of parenting and navigating relationships. I love to support parents, children, women and couples as they try to find their way during challenging times.
East and West coast Heyward descendants
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Hosted by Kent Heyward
Marriage & Family Therapist, ACSW, MSW, LMFT, SAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, OR 97501
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Social Worker and a Oregon Department of Transportation Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). My 25+ years of clinical experience have been focused on serving patients dealing with parenting issues, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, dual diagnoses, grief and loss, marital conflict, adjustment issues, and career/life transitions. My private practice utilizes a brief solution-focused modality, providing therapy to individuals, couples, families, and children. I am also founder and senior counselor with the Upper Rogue Wellness Center in Southern Oregon.
Using a table top role playing game (TT-RPG) like unto Dungeons and Dragons, or similar TT-RPGs, group members meet weekly to work through a story and series of problems created by the therapist who acts as game master. Group members focus on building empathy through perspective taking, communication skills, problem solving skills, distress tolerance, and other interpersonal effectiveness skills.
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Hosted by Richard M Stubbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MT-BC, LPC, CATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, OR 97501
Richard Stubbs is one of three board certified music therapists licensed in Southern Oregon. He specializes in experiential therapies such as songwriting and lyric analysis, attachment focused music therapy, and an innovative integration of tabletop role-playing games into group therapy. Group therapy is focused on building interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and problem solving skills.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Jackson 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.