Support Groups in McDonald, PA
This is a 12 week confidential group developed for those struggling with explosive and persistent anger, or impulse control issues in intimate relationships. Our anger management groups meet the requirements of any referring court system, or agency. In addition, those who are struggling with marital issues or workplace relationships will find this resource a life saver. CCA is the leader in providing high quality, face to face online group counseling. Difficulty getting your anger under control? Join this group today and get your life back on track!
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Hosted by Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in McDonald, PA 15057
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
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Associates in Counseling & Wellness, LLC is offering a group therapy program for adolescents interested in improving skills to cope and deal with peer relationships & self esteem. This skills / process group will address four key areas for adolescents that include managing stressful situations without impulsivity, forming positive relationships with peers, setting appropriate boundaries, and managing their emotions. The entire focus of the program is to help adolescents deal with this stressful time in their lives and develop healthy levels of self esteem and overall self worth. Trained therapists will facilitate the group and it will meet 1x/week for 6 weeks.
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Hosted by Elizabeth Ventura
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in McMurray, PA 15317
As the owner of Associates in Counseling & Wellness, LLC, I have had extensive experience treating adults and children, couples and families struggling with various mental health and developmental conditions. I have specific training in both cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy, however, I believe completely in meeting the needs of each specific client and therefore utilize eclectic techniques to enhance the strengths of each individual. I believe in the inherent stength that each individual embodies and therefore use therapy as a place to enhance the inner experience of each client from a wholistic perspective.
couples workshops and grief counseling
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Hosted by Gail Ludwig Vogler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, MSN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15243
Are you struggling and frustrated with life problems and traditional help is not working? I offer an organic blending of traditional eastern healing practices with western psychotherapy. This work helps you deepen your connection to the answers which are already within you. I just help you "see" them, and assist you in bridging a connection between the healthy self and those parts of you that are struggling to be healthy. I call these dissonant parts. These dissonant parts can create disorder and dysfunction. We work as partners on a path towards unity, health and well-being.
The goal of our programs is to assist you in finding your strengths and abilities to overcome the things that are causing mental health issues and negativity in your life. Our intention is to facilitate courage against adversity and the support of physical and emotional healing through therapeutic processes that help you realize your strength and potential.
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Hosted by JMS Counseling
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in McKees Rocks, PA 15136
Life has so much to offer every person, but that perspective can become clouded by feelings of inadequacy, depression, anxiety, or struggles to overcome addiction and trauma. At JMS Counseling, our goal is to help you find your way through the challenges so you can start thriving and not just surviving.
This is a 12 week confidential group developed for those struggling with explosive and persistent anger, or impulse control issues in intimate relationships. Our anger management groups meet the requirements of any referring court system, or agency. In addition, those who are struggling with marital issues or workplace relationships will find this resource a life saver. CCA is the leader in providing high quality, face to face online group counseling. Difficulty getting your anger under control? Join this group today and get your life back on track!
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Hosted by Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Carnegie, PA 15106
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
We are an outpatient therapy group, helping people with anxiety, depression, life transitions, couples counseling, parenting, and communication skills. One's therapy journey can be like hiking through the mountains--there are times where you feel you are walking uphill for miles, while other times, you enjoy a downhill pace. The views can be stunning, but the wilderness can also be a dangerous place if you stray from the path. This natural phenomenon mirrors are own journey--life is full of challenges. However, if we follow the path and work through these trials, we can be rewarded with spectacular views.
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Hosted by Angela K Joyce
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Carnegie, PA 15106
Is anxiety keeping you awake at night? Are you feeling like you no longer enjoy the things you used to? Are you and your partner frequently arguing about the same things? If so, please know that you are not alone. Despite our best efforts, life can become overwhelming and leave us feeling stuck. With over 15 years of counseling experience, I can help you take a holistic approach to your mental health that allows you to address the problem areas of your life and become the best possible version of yourself. We'll not only build coping skills, but also cultivate self awareness, positive thought patterns, and meaning into your life.
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Hosted by Sarah Marie Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSW, MA, LPC, CFRC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15241
Starting Fall 2024...if you are interested in learning more send me an email!
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Hosted by Sarah Hazlett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Carnegie, PA 15106
New for fall 2024...how to help your anxious child parenting group! Accepting new clients with availability between 10am-3pm. Do you feel like anxiety or OCD is holding you and your family hostage from living the life you want to live? Is OCD or anxiety impacting your relationships, school/work, or daily routine? In 2021, I became trained in the SPACE approach helping parents of anxious children. SPACE is particularly helpful if you have an anxious child who refuses to go to therapy or hasn't found therapy to be helpful. I am also trained in Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) to treat OCD/phobias.
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How can I find a support group in McDonald?
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.