Group Therapy
Group therapy is an evidence-based approach that helps people grow, heal, and connect through shared experiences. Led by a trained therapist, group sessions typically include 6–10 participants who explore themes such as relationships, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, or personal growth in a safe, confidential environment.
Unlike individual therapy, group therapy offers the chance to receive feedback from multiple perspectives, build interpersonal skills, and feel supported by others who truly understand. Research shows that group therapy is just as effective as individual therapy for many concerns—including depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship difficulties (Burlingame, Strauss, & Joyce, 2013; American Psychological Association, 2021).
Group members often find comfort and strength in realizing they’re not alone. Sharing experiences and witnessing others’ progress can foster connection, self-awareness, and lasting change. Studies suggest that the sense of belonging and mutual support created in group settings is one of the most powerful drivers of improvement (Yalom & Leszcz, 2020).
Groups usually weekly for 90 minutes. While everyone’s participation style is different, most people find that as trust builds, they feel more comfortable sharing openly. You’ll have opportunities to listen, reflect, and practice new ways of relating to others in real time.
Group therapy may be a good fit if you:
Want to improve relationships or communication skills
Feel isolated or disconnected and want more support
Are repeating patterns you’d like to change
Want to build confidence and emotional awareness
It’s completely normal to feel uncertain about joining a group at first. Many people discover that what begins as a leap of courage becomes one of the most meaningful parts of their healing journey.
References:
American Psychological Association (2021). Clinical Practice Guideline for the Treatment of Depression Across Three Age Cohorts.
Burlingame, G. M., Strauss, B., & Joyce, A. S. (2013). Change mechanisms and effectiveness of small group treatments. In M. J. Lambert (Ed.), Bergin and Garfield’s Handbook of Psychotherapy and Behavior Change (6th ed., pp. 640–689). Wiley.
Yalom, I. D., & Leszcz, M. (2020). The Theory and Practice of Group Psychotherapy (6th ed.). Basic Books.
Steps for Getting Started with Group Therapy
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Step 1: Schedule Consult
Prior to joining a group meet with the clinician one-on-one. This 20 min free consult gives you time and space to ask any questions you have and be in the physical space prior to attending group. The consult also give the clinician the opportunity to gather some initial information about you including what brings you to therapy, your potential goals, and to determine if you will be a good fit for the group. Virtual consults are available though not preferred as all group sessions are in-person.
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Step 2: Attend Consult
Attend the virtual or in-person consultant with the clinician. Ask any questions you have and come away from this meeting with a plan for either joining current group or a timeline of when the next group begins and joining at that time. Fees and payment options will also be discussed and decided on.
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Step 3: Attend Group Therapy
Groups are categorized as either on-going or short term. Depending on the group you are interested in you may be joining a group that others have been a part of for awhile or a group where no one knows each other yet. Either way, when you begin attending group you may experience strong emotions which is why each group requires a commitment of either 8 weeks for on-going or the entire duration of the short-term series.
Group Schedule
Tuesday: 10am - 11:30am
Wednesday 6pm - 7:30pm
Thursday 12pm - 1:30pm
*no group December 22- 29, 31, or January 1