Support Groups in San Diego, CA
Bloom Family Therapist Group
Bloom is composed of highly skilled therapist with a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional well-being. With a warm and empathetic approach, our Bloom Therapists create a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their ...
Hosted by Tanya Ridaura, LPCC, NCC | Bloom Family Therapy
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, NCC
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
Bloom is composed of highly skilled therapist with a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional well-being. With a warm and empathetic approach, our Bloom Therapists create a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their ...
Transitions | Women's Support Group (January 2024)
Are you going through a life transition, such as a new relationship, birth of a child, divorce, parenting challenge, medical condition, menopause, empty nest, or loss of a loved one? We all go through periods in our life when a ...
Hosted by Mona Klausing
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, AS
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92104
Are you going through a life transition, such as a new relationship, birth of a child, divorce, parenting challenge, medical condition, menopause, empty nest, or loss of a loved one? We all go through periods in our life when a ...
Peak Health Services, APC
Hosted by Nicholas Donat
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
CAMFT
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
Hosted by Douglas L Gosney
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD , LMFT, SEP
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92111
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
Coming Home Together {Currently On Pause}
Coming Home Together is a group for Asian American adults who are interested in exploring the relationship between Asian American identity and mental health. It can be hard to discuss mental health in Asian American communities, which feels very isolating. ...
Hosted by Esther Chau
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92116
Coming Home Together is a group for Asian American adults who are interested in exploring the relationship between Asian American identity and mental health. It can be hard to discuss mental health in Asian American communities, which feels very isolating. ...
A Space To Rest: Support Group for BIPOC
This is a closed space for folks who are Black, Indigenous, and/or a person of color. This group meets once a week, and is intended to hold space for us to be in community with each other, address our needs, ...
Hosted by Mindy Le Tran
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92116
This is a closed space for folks who are Black, Indigenous, and/or a person of color. This group meets once a week, and is intended to hold space for us to be in community with each other, address our needs, ...
Brain Injury Support Group
Mild TBI/Post-Concussive Education/Support Group (free). Any person with a history of mild TBI/concussion may attend this group. This support group will take place on the first Monday of each month from 6PM-7:30PM. Attendees may attend virtually or in person. Link ...
Hosted by Dr. Chloe Green
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92126
Mild TBI/Post-Concussive Education/Support Group (free). Any person with a history of mild TBI/concussion may attend this group. This support group will take place on the first Monday of each month from 6PM-7:30PM. Attendees may attend virtually or in person. Link ...
Holistic Behavioral Medicine Psychologist
Hosted by Dr. Charles R. Freeman, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
New Mom's Support Group
Support group for mother's with a child 18 months or younger who struggle with managing their emotions. The group is a place Mom's can develop coping skills, learn more effective ways to communicate their needs and frustrations, and develop a ...
Hosted by Ava Kharrazian @ Grow Through Life Counseling
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92130
Support group for mother's with a child 18 months or younger who struggle with managing their emotions. The group is a place Mom's can develop coping skills, learn more effective ways to communicate their needs and frustrations, and develop a ...
Social Skills Groups (Pre-K1, 2-5th, Tween, Teen)
The social groups for school-aged children are semi-structured, co-ed, activity-based, individualized, and focus on building relationships in a safe environment in which to practice newly learned skills. Each child is evaluated to determine group fit and individual need. We also ...
Hosted by Center For Educational Therapy
Counselor, MA, ETP, AMFT
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
The social groups for school-aged children are semi-structured, co-ed, activity-based, individualized, and focus on building relationships in a safe environment in which to practice newly learned skills. Each child is evaluated to determine group fit and individual need. We also ...
Centro de Psicologia Cultural
We emphasize the right of families and individuals to complete treatment goals and receive services that enhance our human dignity and are consistent, continuous and intense as needed. We work for the right to linguistically and culturally competent mental health ...
Hosted by Sonia Carbonell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92120
We emphasize the right of families and individuals to complete treatment goals and receive services that enhance our human dignity and are consistent, continuous and intense as needed. We work for the right to linguistically and culturally competent mental health ...
San Diego Health Psychology and Wellness
At San Diego Health Psychology and Wellness we strive to help individuals identify and overcome challenges they are encountering with their psychological and/or physical health. We work with each individual client to identify treatment goals and strive to create an ...
Hosted by A-Lisa Miles
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92130
At San Diego Health Psychology and Wellness we strive to help individuals identify and overcome challenges they are encountering with their psychological and/or physical health. We work with each individual client to identify treatment goals and strive to create an ...
LEO/Police Officer Support Group
This is a place LEOs come together and normalize their unique experiences. The job of an officer is extremely demanding. Officers deserve the support to maintain their mental health. Mental health related issues are the number one reason that officers ...
Hosted by Dr. Alan Acre
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92123
This is a place LEOs come together and normalize their unique experiences. The job of an officer is extremely demanding. Officers deserve the support to maintain their mental health. Mental health related issues are the number one reason that officers ...
Art Therapy Happy Hour
One of the best ways to destress, connect to yourself and build better relationships with others is to slow down and set some time for to create. This group is set in a gallery and sacred indegenous space in the ...
Hosted by Berenice Vazquez Badillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92113
One of the best ways to destress, connect to yourself and build better relationships with others is to slow down and set some time for to create. This group is set in a gallery and sacred indegenous space in the ...
Black College Student Virtual Wellness Circle
Our virtual wellness circle is an intentional, safe, and supportive space for Black College Students across the country to engage and build community with others as students of color pursuing a college degree.
Hosted by Alissa Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92101
Our virtual wellness circle is an intentional, safe, and supportive space for Black College Students across the country to engage and build community with others as students of color pursuing a college degree.
Men's Process Group - Center for Men's Excellence
This ongoing group is for men with anxiety and/or depression who have trouble feeling isolated. Participants are high-functioning professionals who have difficulty sustaining close relationships, and sessions involve using the group as a type of "laboratory" to try out new ...
Hosted by Dr. Daniel Singley
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92121
This ongoing group is for men with anxiety and/or depression who have trouble feeling isolated. Participants are high-functioning professionals who have difficulty sustaining close relationships, and sessions involve using the group as a type of "laboratory" to try out new ...
Pet Loss Grief Group
This is a 5-6 week mixed gender group for those who have experienced the loss of a pet. The group includes all required material.
Hosted by John A Bacon Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92117
This is a 5-6 week mixed gender group for those who have experienced the loss of a pet. The group includes all required material.
Get Mental Podcast
GET MENTAL Podcast @ Apple, Anchor & Spotify and anywhere you listen to your podcast. Cecille Ahrens, LCSW covers a range of mental health topics, big and small, with the goal of raising mental health awareness and de-stigmatizing mental health ...
Hosted by Transcend Therapy, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAP
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92116
GET MENTAL Podcast @ Apple, Anchor & Spotify and anywhere you listen to your podcast. Cecille Ahrens, LCSW covers a range of mental health topics, big and small, with the goal of raising mental health awareness and de-stigmatizing mental health ...
Spark Mamas MeetUp: Pregnancy Support Group
Join our pregnancy support group starting February 19th! This is a 4-week program that offers a safe and supportive space for mothers to build connections with other moms as they navigate pregnancy and parenthood. This group is meant to provide ...
Hosted by Elizabeth 'betsy' Muirhead
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
Join our pregnancy support group starting February 19th! This is a 4-week program that offers a safe and supportive space for mothers to build connections with other moms as they navigate pregnancy and parenthood. This group is meant to provide ...
Middle School Adolescent group
Your child is struggling with depression and anxiety. They spend a lot of time alone, report that they have no friends, and are having difficulty academically. We have the group for you. Beauty for Ashes Transformation Center will be hosting ...
Hosted by Elise Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
Your child is struggling with depression and anxiety. They spend a lot of time alone, report that they have no friends, and are having difficulty academically. We have the group for you. Beauty for Ashes Transformation Center will be hosting ...
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What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
San Diego Support Groups and Group Therapy both offer a safe place to explore important issues. It is important, however, to understand the difference between the two.
Group therapy in San Diego is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.
Support groups in San Diego are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.
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.
Group therapy in San Diego is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.
Support groups in San Diego are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.
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.
Is Group Therapy Right For You?
Group therapy in San Diego allows you to benefit from the experiences and sharing of others. Listening to others, and recognizing what you have in common, allows you to learn about yourself. In the group environment, where therapy types such as Mindfulness Based group therapy are used, you can recognize aspects of yourself that you may choose to modify or change.
As other members share about their lives, you might see your own experiences or see patterns you hadn’t noticed previously. The group allows you to better understand issues you might not have noticed before.
Hearing the stories of group members gets you outside of yourself and helps you see your life differently. As you do that, a process of self-acceptance and empathy for others occurs as you learn to relate with others in the group.
Group therapy and support groups in San Diego can also be a less expensive alternative to individual therapy. While you should check with your insurance company, you’ll often find that therapist led group psychotherapy is covered, while peer-led support groups are not. Either way, group session costs are generally less expensive than individual therapy.
As other members share about their lives, you might see your own experiences or see patterns you hadn’t noticed previously. The group allows you to better understand issues you might not have noticed before.
Hearing the stories of group members gets you outside of yourself and helps you see your life differently. As you do that, a process of self-acceptance and empathy for others occurs as you learn to relate with others in the group.
Group therapy and support groups in San Diego can also be a less expensive alternative to individual therapy. While you should check with your insurance company, you’ll often find that therapist led group psychotherapy is covered, while peer-led support groups are not. Either way, group session costs are generally less expensive than individual therapy.