Support Groups in Apex, NC
Group involves learning healthy boundaries, self-empowerment and skill development
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Hosted by Apex Cary Teen Intensive Outpatient Program
Treatment Center, MA, LPA, HSP-PA
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Apex, NC 27502
Group involves learning healthy boundaries, self-empowerment and skill development
NC Center for Counseling and Psychological Services is a dynamic group of clinicians providing a wide range of psychological services. If you are interested in our testing/evaluation services, we offer locations in Creedmoor, Hillsborough, Goldsboro, Greenville, Apex, Greensboro, and Roanoke ...
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Hosted by NC Center for Counseling & Psychological Services
Psychological Associate, LPA, HSP-PA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Apex, NC 27502
NC Center for Counseling and Psychological Services is a dynamic group of clinicians providing a wide range of psychological services. If you are interested in our testing/evaluation services, we offer locations in Creedmoor, Hillsborough, Goldsboro, Greenville, Apex, Greensboro, and Roanoke ...
A psycho-educational, expressive arts therapy group that focuses on a variety of issues related to women. Topics may include: life/work balances, self-esteem, assertive communication among a variety of other topics.
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Hosted by Samantha Mahon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Apex, NC 27502
A psycho-educational, expressive arts therapy group that focuses on a variety of issues related to women. Topics may include: life/work balances, self-esteem, assertive communication among a variety of other topics.
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Hosted by Joyful Art Therapy LLC
Art Therapist, MA, NBCT, ATR-P, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Apex, NC 27502
Click this link for your invitation to step into this online, self-led beloved 'Real Talk for the Trauma Walk' group course with a vibrant community, a gentle path towards healing curated by a compassionate guide who has walked these paths ...
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Hosted by Smiling Spirit Pathways - Cherie L. Spehar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACTP, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Apex, NC 27523
Click this link for your invitation to step into this online, self-led beloved 'Real Talk for the Trauma Walk' group course with a vibrant community, a gentle path towards healing curated by a compassionate guide who has walked these paths ...
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Hosted by Joanne Lisa
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Apex, NC 27502
We are a group of Family therapist who have among us well over 30 years experience working with some of the most challenging families. Our outcomes are well into the 90% for client success. We are confident we can help ...
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Hosted by Lee Bob Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CCSOTS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Apex, NC 27523
We are a group of Family therapist who have among us well over 30 years experience working with some of the most challenging families. Our outcomes are well into the 90% for client success. We are confident we can help ...
Ongoing free support group for those struggling with eating disorders. Due to COVID, the group is meeting via Zoom.
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Hosted by Tammy Holcomb
LCMHCS, CEDS, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Apex, NC 27502
Ongoing free support group for those struggling with eating disorders. Due to COVID, the group is meeting via Zoom.
In this group, we learn essential child development that will help you craft strategies, understand what your child is communicating, diffuse power struggles, and support you and your child's happiness.
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Hosted by Joyful Art Therapy LLC
Art Therapist, MA, NBCT, ATR-P, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Apex, NC 27502
In this group, we learn essential child development that will help you craft strategies, understand what your child is communicating, diffuse power struggles, and support you and your child's happiness.
A powerful 6 week psycho-educational group just for women that works through the daily nuances of stress. We learn how to recognize stress, how to manage our stress more effectively and how to cope with stressful situations at work, home ...
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Hosted by Samantha Mahon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Apex, NC 27502
A powerful 6 week psycho-educational group just for women that works through the daily nuances of stress. We learn how to recognize stress, how to manage our stress more effectively and how to cope with stressful situations at work, home ...
Gather here for LCSW licensure supervision in a gorgeous retreat setting where you will learn, transform, and rejuvenate yourself as a clinician and as a torchbearer for yourself and others. Supervision is not just case studies - it is learning; ...
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Hosted by Smiling Spirit Pathways - Cherie L. Spehar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACTP, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Apex, NC 27523
Gather here for LCSW licensure supervision in a gorgeous retreat setting where you will learn, transform, and rejuvenate yourself as a clinician and as a torchbearer for yourself and others. Supervision is not just case studies - it is learning; ...
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Research indicates that group therapy is the most effective form of treatment and promotes interpersonal skills and lasting behavioral change. Groups are composed of 8 members (4 men and 4 women) who meet once per week for 90 minutes. Members ...
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Hosted by Susan Alexander
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cary, NC 27511
Research indicates that group therapy is the most effective form of treatment and promotes interpersonal skills and lasting behavioral change. Groups are composed of 8 members (4 men and 4 women) who meet once per week for 90 minutes. Members ...
This virtual DBT skills group is for adult individuals currently meeting with an individual therapist and struggling with emotional regulation, interpersonal skills, or low distress tolerance. Group members should be 18 years or older and free from suicide attempts and ...
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Hosted by Chloe Elizabeth Canady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cary, NC 27518
This virtual DBT skills group is for adult individuals currently meeting with an individual therapist and struggling with emotional regulation, interpersonal skills, or low distress tolerance. Group members should be 18 years or older and free from suicide attempts and ...
The group will address the cultural barriers of mental health and therapy, the intergenerational effects that impact Black women, self-esteem, coping skills, Black trauma, how to process it, and many other topics that will address Black mental health. The group ...
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Hosted by Shereece Harley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Raleigh, NC 27607
The group will address the cultural barriers of mental health and therapy, the intergenerational effects that impact Black women, self-esteem, coping skills, Black trauma, how to process it, and many other topics that will address Black mental health. The group ...
The group focuses on the development of social-cognitive skills (such as conversation, perspective-taking, and peer negotiation) through through playful engagement in success-oriented activities that offer natural opportunities for engagement to establish a positive self-concept and build supportive friendships.
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Hosted by Integrative Wellness Services
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cary, NC 27519
The group focuses on the development of social-cognitive skills (such as conversation, perspective-taking, and peer negotiation) through through playful engagement in success-oriented activities that offer natural opportunities for engagement to establish a positive self-concept and build supportive friendships.
Most people with BED go undiagnosed and people suffer in silence. I have dedicated the last ten years of my studies to creating new treatments for those suffering with food addiction, emotional eating, unquenchable cravings and the symptomatic trauma and stress ...
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Hosted by Wendie Lubinsky
Counselor, LCMHCA, NBCC, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Holly Springs, NC 27540
Most people with BED go undiagnosed and people suffer in silence. I have dedicated the last ten years of my studies to creating new treatments for those suffering with food addiction, emotional eating, unquenchable cravings and the symptomatic trauma and stress ...
The Standard DBT Skills Training Group enhances behavioral skills through four modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Participants learn to manage emotions, tolerate distress, communicate effectively, and remain present in challenging situations. Led by trained therapists, these ...
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Hosted by Christine Butler
LCMHC, LMHC, LPCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cary, NC 27519
The Standard DBT Skills Training Group enhances behavioral skills through four modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Participants learn to manage emotions, tolerate distress, communicate effectively, and remain present in challenging situations. Led by trained therapists, these ...
I am offering clinical supervision for North Carolina substance abuse professionals seeking their Certified Addiction and Drug Counselor, formerly CSAC, or Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. Sessions include resource material, exam prep and case conferencing. Please contact me to discuss group ...
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Hosted by Kera Johannes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CCS, THA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Raleigh, NC 27603
I am offering clinical supervision for North Carolina substance abuse professionals seeking their Certified Addiction and Drug Counselor, formerly CSAC, or Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. Sessions include resource material, exam prep and case conferencing. Please contact me to discuss group ...
Join us as we Grow in Friendships, Emotional Growth and Spiritual Growth. We are Better Together! We meet the 1st and 3rd Thur of Month!
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Hosted by Leona Kimberly D'Amico
Licensed Professional Counselor, M, Ed, LCMHC, CCMC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cary, NC 27511
Join us as we Grow in Friendships, Emotional Growth and Spiritual Growth. We are Better Together! We meet the 1st and 3rd Thur of Month!
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Hosted by Lauren Whatley
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Raleigh, NC 27607
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Apex?
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.