Support Groups in Portland, OR
Next group forming soon. Anyone who is struggling with addictive behaviors of any kind, relationship struggles or inability to break out of patterns could be a great fit for this group. The focus varies as the group desires and needs. Strong and consistent themes will be empowerment, increasing self understanding/ acceptance, underlying motivations for behavior that is unwanted or troublesome in some way, building resiliency to overcome barriers to more effective living and improving relationships and intimacy.
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Hosted by Larry Venaska
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97219
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless? Can't get your needs met to your satisfaction? Do you find one or more areas of your life to be unfullfilling such as romantic relationship, work, parenting, extended family? Do you have legal or financial struggles or relationship conflicts that affect your mood significantly? I draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches, experience in working with past clients and personal experience to collaborate with you in creating the best healing environment specific for you.
Join a 6-week online support group for those in or exploring Ethically Non-Monogamous (ENM/CNM) relationships. We’ll meet weekly via Zoom to explore topics like navigating new relationships, choosing your non-monogamy style, healthy boundaries, managing insecure attachment, and enhancing communication. This group is open to all gender identities and sexual orientations. We’ll ensure a safer space for queer, neurodivergent, BIPOC, disabled, sex worker, and kinky participants through screening all participants. If you miss a week, submit questions and receive the recording. New groups start every 6 weeks—contact me to set up your free consultation and learn more!
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Hosted by Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97229
Are you feeling stuck when it comes to sex? Maybe you're starting to get sexually frustrated or you feel guilty for not meeting your partner's needs. Or sex has simply become a chore. You might be feeling more like friends, co-parents or roommates instead of lovers. And sex is admittedly a sensitive area that can bring up insecurities or ego . . . or just straight up confusion. But there IS a way to get back to feeling passionate and excited again. Let's find your sexy spark! I specialize in helping committed couples get their sexy spark back using my Pathway to Passion model (see photo gallery).
ADHD group for adults with the gift of ADHD. Group details are TBD, will likely run for 10-12 weeks and requires an individual session prior to entry. Seeking participant interest to tailor group around members. Group meetings are held online.
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Hosted by Elizabeth C Gentzkow
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97239
Indecision, self-doubt, and unbearable anxiety don't have to keep you from moving forward. You've been holding it together for a long time, but you know it's not sustainable. I offer evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and high-achieving professionals who want to create lasting solutions for the daily impacts of anxiety, ADHD, stress, and life demands. Fear, anxiety, and overwhelming feelings have been in control for too long- it's time to make a change. You can achieve more, develop deeper connections, and lead a life with meaning without struggling to control it all. You deserve a better way of living.
Social/Emotional Skills Training is for children in grades k-12 who struggle to manage anxiety, initiate/sustain friendships, read social/emotional cues, communicate effectively, understand others' point of view (theory of mind), lose/win graciously or manage emotional reactivity/impulsivity. Groups are age-appropriate and play-based and skills/learning is embedded in fun building, games or art activities that children enjoy. Groups are comprised of 3-5 children of similar ages and similar challenges. Call to express interest/get on a waiting list.
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Hosted by Catherine Lazen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97212
While the focus of my training and experience is children and couples/families, I love working with individuals of all ages. I help my clients overcome and manage mental health challenges, issues associated with ASD, grief/trauma, relationship/family conflict, behavioral difficulties, life change, career planning and issues associated with identity. As a former educator, I am particularly skilled at differentiating therapeutic interventions to fit individuals to suit their needs. And, I can help parents advocate for the educational needs of their children and provide social/emotional skills training to children and adults.
In our Dream Group, you'll have the opportunity to explore the deeper meanings of your dreams within a supportive community. Led by an experienced psychotherapist, you’ll gain insights into your inner world and address challenges revealed through your dreams. With a focus on authentic storytelling, symbolic understanding, and confronting inner truths, this group fosters self-discovery and personal growth. Join us to uncover the wisdom in your dreams and connect with others on a similar path.
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Hosted by Naomi Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97214
Thoughtful, depth-oriented psychotherapy. Join us for our dream group! Starting Thursday evenings in October 2024 at the Burnside office. As a neurodivergent, feminist, depth-oriented therapist I value curiosity, kindness and creative exploration as ways to help you deepen your relationship with your inner way of knowing and navigating our world in a troubled time.
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Hosted by Annie Dolle @ Arrival Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97205
Join Full Spectrum Therapy's Queer Teens Therapy Group! A weekly in-person meet-up in SE Portland, OR for queer teens ages 12-18. Share experiences, connect, and build community. Start Date: January 10, 2024 (No sessions on federal holidays). Fees: $100-$300 per month (Sliding scale rates available), OHP Accepted. Facilitator: Led by Paige Myers-Matthews, LPC, CADC I
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Hosted by Full Spectrum Therapy LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, LAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97202
We work with people from all walks of life, including transgender, non-binary, and questioning people of all ages. Our providers have a special passion for working with people in the LGBTQ+ community. We specialize in helping people navigate the challenges of understanding the intersections of their identity, relationships, and the larger world. For youth (and adults too!), we can offer specialized creative approaches that support healing and identity exploration when talking is too hard.
Hey Dad ... is a 4-part group for Dads only. The conversation is led from a culturally specific lens for dads who are parenting Black & Brown children. The group will collab on: 1) examining family and personal expectations that impact fatherhood 2) decreasing risk factors for their child(ren) by learning active presence & 3) gaining insight to co-parenting and conflict resolution. Registration for October sessions is through Eventbrite and the link is available on our website. A one-time nominal fee covers you for all four sessions in October.
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Hosted by Anchor Within Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97220
We all have lived experiences, life choices, and developmental stages which have shaped our story. Seeking therapy, or counseling, can carry a negative stigma in some families and communities. We work to change this perspective, especially concerning issues with youth, families, and racially-diverse communities. We work from a holistic perspective that includes attention to your physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and relational well-being. Our Therapists have a rich blend of experiences including: residential treatment, child welfare, adoption/foster care, parenting support, substance use, family care,& community mental health.
For children growing up in volatile homes, making the “choice” between attachment (to our caregivers) and authenticity (within ourselves) is rarely a choice at all – our survival demands we choose attachment. Now adults, the process of trying to integrate authenticity and attachment can be confusing, painful, and lonely. This is often amplified for LGBTQ populations. Queer Authenticity & Attachment is a support-style group will meets weekly to address the seeming paradox of these needs. Members will relate about areas of life where they are trying to concurrently practice authenticity, while creating or maintaining healthy attachments in their lives.
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Hosted by Del Likins, Present Beings Couple & Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97202
Hi! I'm Del, founder of Present Beings. As a therapist, I see individual, couple & adult families. My clients are LGBTQIA2S+ folks from all backgrounds & abilities who are tired of going in circles with their people or parts - this includes partners, colleagues, siblings, parents and even conflicting aspects of one's Self!
Would you like to share experiences and ideas with others who identify as living with a disability? Do you struggle with feeling like you belong at work, in your family gatherings, or doing fun activities with your friends? Lets create belonging together! Email me to see if this group is currently accepting new members. Online only.
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Hosted by Angel Ray
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97205
We all have moments of change in our lives that take us through ups and downs. Sometimes we can get stuck in understanding what is happening and knowing how to move forward. Living with challenging transitions is one of those moments when having someone to talk to, who truly understands from personal experience, makes the difference. I am a licensed counselor who through a social justice lens, will listen to all your frustrations with loved ones, friends, co-workers, and our misinformed society.
Compassion Fatigue & Burnout workshop for teachers, healthcare & mental health professionals
A workshop that is warm & welcoming place to be yourself. Light yoga stretches for relaxation and deep conversations about our work. A plan to raise our self-compassion. Reach out to sign up for future dates or onsite workshops.
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Hosted by Katherina Alexandre
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97202
My style is warm, supportive, and genuine, and my approach involves creating a safe, positive, nurturing environment by working from compassionate, solution-focused relaxation techniques, cognitive and evidence-based techniques approach. I have over twenty years of experience providing mental health services to individuals, youth, and families.
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Hosted by Megan Sapp
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CNM, FNP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97218
A process group is different from other groups in that there is no curriculum. Instead we safely, slowly explore members' current life issues and present-moment experiences within the group itself. This creates a more enjoyable experience that increases the member's confidence and relational skills.
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Hosted by Sean Donahue
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97214
I pull largely from my experiences with Buddhist Meditation and Psychodynamic Therapy. I typically begin by helping people with anxiety, depression and/or compulsive behaviors. As these begin to improve, some people want to move further into unconscious material related to attachment, trauma and shadow work. I also lead psychotherapy groups for those wanting to engage in emotional work with other growth-minded individuals (See below).
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Hosted by Kristen Seghete
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97205
Lifecraft is an exciting new treatment method which uses games to facilitate change. Currently we use Dungeons and Dragons as a therapy aid to help with social skills, social anxiety, personal growth, and mild depression. Find out more at lifecraftgaming.com.
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Hosted by Cory Miguel Cordero
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97214
Helping you to live a life that you value is my goal. Often in life we end up offtrack. We pay too much attention to things that don't truly matter to us... our fears, our pain, our sorrow. By themselves there is nothing wrong with them, but when they become prevailing forces in our lives, it leads to suffering. Too often we believe that we are the problem, when in truth, the problem is the problem. I believe that we can help you find your way. You can live a life where you have created your own meaning.
Using a community-healing dreamwork approach, this group explores dreams, community ritual, and the body.
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Hosted by Dr. Kimberly Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97209
Welcome! If you find yourself navigating through this platform, it's likely because you're seeking a guiding light to illuminate your path toward positive change. With over 12 years of dedicated experience in the field of psychology, I specialize in somatic and depth psychotherapy, emphasizing trauma-informed care. My approach is rooted in the profound belief that your journey to healing should not only be transformative, but deeply attuned to the specificities of your individual experiences.
Join Casey Campbell at Elemental Studios for a morning mindfulness practice. We'll start each session with a brief reading about mindfulness principles and practices and then engage in a mindfulness practice. The mindfulness practice changes each week and includes but is not limited to mindful art activities, mindful breathing, mindful walking and mindful yo-yoing! The group is sliding scale from $20 to $60 per session.
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Hosted by Casey Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97211
I have over 10 years of experience helping people change. Change can be scary, challenging, exhilarating, and fulfilling. I help facilitate change by developing a close therapeutic relationship with clients and by utilizing evidence based therapies, and my well developed intuition to identify the source of your problem and the best pathway forward. I specialize in treating motivational difficulties, depression, anxiety, and self defeating behaviors. I also help with existential issues, such as finding meaning, discovering passions, and developing and sustaining close relationships.
If you suffer from relapses, relapse prevention education is one way to help you stop and begin to enjoy the sober lifestyle. I offer a 7-week online group course that takes you through the process of developing your personal path to relapse and establishes a path to sobriety. This small group of 4 to 6 participants offers privacy and confidentiality. Applications are taken over the phone - call between 10 a.m and 4 p.m. Tuesday thru Friday. The next group starts January 12, 2023 at 7:00pm.
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Hosted by Laura C Chase
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97213
Laura Chase has over 20 years of experience working as a clinical social worker, but is currently retired from clinical work. Her practice is now available for life coaching especially for those sober or wanting to get off drugs and alcohol.Having trouble believing in a higher power? No problem. You can still get and stay sober. I can help you.
Next group: APRIL 19TH 6 - 8 PM If you have a deep belief that you're not good enough or unloveable, feel a persistent anxiety about not being perfect, an unrelenting fear of saying no, and an avoidance of conflict this group may be for you. This introductory group is a "test-drive" for the Level I - 8 session series. * Offered 4 times a year Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct (more can be added if there's a demand) Please call or email to reserve a spot. *Suggested donation $30.
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Hosted by Goode Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CADCI
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97214
My heartfelt wish is to help you find your voice and connection in the world. There are so many ways we adapt to our circumstances, family, society or culture. To fit in, you might feel like you've lost part of yourself. You may feel isolated, like no one can possibly understand or even accept you. Maybe you grew up in a family affected by addiction, identify as LGBQT, or were raised in a religion that feels unaccepting. Perhaps you're an artist or unemployed and struggling with confidence. Whatever your circumstance, you can find the joy of being you.
I am trained as a Counseling Psychologist with a specialty in family therapy and I have been teaching and supervising clinical training in counseling and family therapy since 2000 as full time faculty at various universities in the country including Johns Hopkins and Lewis & Clark College. I have been supervising master's level clinicians and interns within school clinical settings, mental health clinics, private practice and a corrections facility for women. I provide supervision for both LPC and LMFTs. This clinical supervision group offers support for interns and therapists doing agency work or private practice.
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Hosted by Pilar Hernandez-Wolfe
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97219
Our lives evolve in relationship to ourselves, our partners, our families, communities and other beings (e.g. animals & the land). Healing involves allowing a healthy flow of emotion, communication, care and balance in those areas where we find ourselves stuck. I specialize in working with international and interracial couples and families; and anxiety related disorders including traumatic stress, generalized anxiety, panic attacks and social anxiety from a multicultural perspective. I am fully bilingual and multicultural and will bring to our work my life experience across cultures and my professional training.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
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.