This is a therapeutic support group for LGBTQIA+. We will discuss coming out, identity, transitioning, acceptance, relationships, safety and community among other things. The group is FREE so everyone can afford. No insurance required! The group is open to age ...
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Hosted by Time To Thrive PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Missoula, MT 59801
This is a therapeutic support group for LGBTQIA+. We will discuss coming out, identity, transitioning, acceptance, relationships, safety and community among other things. The group is FREE so everyone can afford. No insurance required! The group is open to age ...
Elysian can offer court ordered anger management, co-parenting or parenting classes. We also provide supervised visitations.
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Hosted by Elysian Mental Health Foundation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Billings, MT 59102
Elysian can offer court ordered anger management, co-parenting or parenting classes. We also provide supervised visitations.
The group will utilize Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), which is the Gold Standard treatment for Social Anxiety. ERP consists of exposing yourself to things or situations that make you uncomfortable and trigger your anxiety and then learning how to ...
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Hosted by Michelle Puerner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kalispell, MT 59901
The group will utilize Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), which is the Gold Standard treatment for Social Anxiety. ERP consists of exposing yourself to things or situations that make you uncomfortable and trigger your anxiety and then learning how to ...
This Art Therapy group is specifically designed for young neurodivergent adults and discover a welcoming community of like-minded individuals. Through engaging artistic expression, gain deeper insights into your own neurodivergence and learn valuable interpersonal skills in a supportive environment. This ...
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Hosted by Brighter Sky Counseling, Inc.
Counselor, MSW, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Billings, MT 59102
This Art Therapy group is specifically designed for young neurodivergent adults and discover a welcoming community of like-minded individuals. Through engaging artistic expression, gain deeper insights into your own neurodivergence and learn valuable interpersonal skills in a supportive environment. This ...
As teenagers, its pivotal you know you have a safe space to process and share how you are feeling. Our Flathead County has gone through a lot of heaviness with grief these past few years and its time you get ...
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As teenagers, its pivotal you know you have a safe space to process and share how you are feeling. Our Flathead County has gone through a lot of heaviness with grief these past few years and its time you get ...
The Daring Way™ is an empirically based curriculum based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. The work focuses on courage building, shame resilience, and uncovering the power of vulnerability. The methodology is designed for work with individuals, couples, families, ...
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Hosted by Kasey Anderson Counseling
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, CDWF
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bozeman, MT 59715
The Daring Way™ is an empirically based curriculum based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. The work focuses on courage building, shame resilience, and uncovering the power of vulnerability. The methodology is designed for work with individuals, couples, families, ...
This is a 6 week process group for women undergoing fertility treatments in hopes of starting their family. Join other women in a space to be seen and heard during this time of isolation, uncertainty, and grief
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Hosted by MontanaTherapyForMoms
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Billings, MT 59106
This is a 6 week process group for women undergoing fertility treatments in hopes of starting their family. Join other women in a space to be seen and heard during this time of isolation, uncertainty, and grief
This group consists of Emotionally Focused Therapists who gather to focus on continued learning of the EFT modality of working with couples in private practice. We are committed to continuous professional growth as therapists and as practitioners of the most ...
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This group consists of Emotionally Focused Therapists who gather to focus on continued learning of the EFT modality of working with couples in private practice. We are committed to continuous professional growth as therapists and as practitioners of the most ...
This group is based off of the book by Sue Patton Thoele. Being a stepmom comes with some unique challenges that are sometimes difficult to navigate on your own.
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This group is based off of the book by Sue Patton Thoele. Being a stepmom comes with some unique challenges that are sometimes difficult to navigate on your own.
Expressive Arts Groups offered for families, organizations, student groups, faith groups, non-profits, affinity groups, etc. Supplies provided. Outdoor space available. Please contact me for details.
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Hosted by Jennifer Boehmke Hudson
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Missoula, MT 59801
Expressive Arts Groups offered for families, organizations, student groups, faith groups, non-profits, affinity groups, etc. Supplies provided. Outdoor space available. Please contact me for details.
CBT group for criminal and addictive thinking, how to recognize and change negative thinking patterns and core beliefs, and how to reduce or eliminate thinking distortions.
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Hosted by Peggy (Peg) Mangan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PCLC, CRC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Anaconda, MT 59711
CBT group for criminal and addictive thinking, how to recognize and change negative thinking patterns and core beliefs, and how to reduce or eliminate thinking distortions.
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Hosted by Sharda Olson-Meyer ( Sentinel Mental Health Inc)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Billings, MT 59102
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Hosted by Amanda Fahlstrom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bozeman, MT 59718
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Hosted by Colleen D Johnson, Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Columbia Falls, MT 59912
The Toxic FOO Group is designed for adults who have been deeply affected by their Families of Origin. Families that contain one or more substance abusers, self-absorbed, narcissistic, or shame based parents are among those considered toxic. The group begins ...
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The Toxic FOO Group is designed for adults who have been deeply affected by their Families of Origin. Families that contain one or more substance abusers, self-absorbed, narcissistic, or shame based parents are among those considered toxic. The group begins ...
This group is designed to strengthen members' knowledge and skills related to anxiety and support one another in their experiences. This group contains experiential, relational, and psychotherapy elements. It aims at providing support of your challenging experience remembers in order ...
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Hosted by Wellspring Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, MS, MS, LCPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bozeman, MT 59715
This group is designed to strengthen members' knowledge and skills related to anxiety and support one another in their experiences. This group contains experiential, relational, and psychotherapy elements. It aims at providing support of your challenging experience remembers in order ...
Come experience this contemplative movement form. No experience necessary. There will be time for exploring moving, speaking about your movement and receiving witnessing from the facilitator. This group may be interesting to people who want to connect more with their ...
Hosted by Montana Center for Somatic Psychotherapy
Counselor, LCPC, LCSW, SWLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Missoula, MT 59801
Come experience this contemplative movement form. No experience necessary. There will be time for exploring moving, speaking about your movement and receiving witnessing from the facilitator. This group may be interesting to people who want to connect more with their ...
A group private practice with ongoing consultation and training, working with the mainstream adult population and issues of anxiety, depression, and relationship problems.
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Hosted by Lori Case Marchak
Counselor, MS, PhD, LCPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bozeman, MT 59718
A group private practice with ongoing consultation and training, working with the mainstream adult population and issues of anxiety, depression, and relationship problems.
Transforming Anger group process will explore sources of anger and resentment, triggering thoughts, and impulsive behaviors. Group members will gain insights into underlying thoughts and beliefs about themselves, and learn to remove obstacles to their own healthy personal power.
Goals include ...
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Transforming Anger group process will explore sources of anger and resentment, triggering thoughts, and impulsive behaviors. Group members will gain insights into underlying thoughts and beliefs about themselves, and learn to remove obstacles to their own healthy personal power.
Goals include ...
Haven's Support Group is an online group that meets weekly for an hour and a half. These sessions are open to adults in the community and to adults at all stages in the healing process. During these sessions, a trained ...
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Hosted by Robin Bauman
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PCLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bozeman, MT 59715
Haven's Support Group is an online group that meets weekly for an hour and a half. These sessions are open to adults in the community and to adults at all stages in the healing process. During these sessions, a trained ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Montana?
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.