Group Therapy

Group therapy is a type of counseling that connects people who have something in common to talk and process in community with others. Research shows that group therapy can be effective for many reasons, including: Increased feedback (from therapist and other group members),  modeling (by therapist and other group members), and increased accessibility since group therapy is often less expensive than individual therapy. 

The recognition that we are not alone is a powerful one and it often applies in particularly poignant ways to the sorts of feelings, experiences, and struggles that bring people to individual therapy. Having a group setting to connect with others, either as a standalone experience or in addition to individual therapy, is a great way to help put our own experiences into perspective and feel less isolated. Learning from and connecting with others can help us to better understand ourselves and group therapy is a safe and affirming space to facilitate community building and healing.

Our Groups - We have groups for:

Sentier offers group counseling and therapy for kids, teens and adults. We are a hub for LGBTQIA+ services, and queer group members are present in almost all of our groups. If this is a problem for someone considering participating in a group at Sentier, it is recommended to not attend groups with us, as our groups are specifically designed to be safe for the queer community. Most groups take place year round or quarterly, which means we are always filling our next group. Please read the “How” section on each group page for directions about enrollment.

Please email Sarah if you have group suggestions: [email protected]

How To Register for Group Therapy

If you are not a current client at Sentier Psychotherapy, please email our Client Care Coordinator to get registered for a group: [email protected]. You may need to schedule a group screening Intake. An Intake is an introductory session with a therapist who will meet with you to determine if you are an appropriate fit for the group in which you are interested.

If you are a current client at Sentier Psychotherapy, talk with your therapist about your interest in a group that is being offered. You and your therapist can talk about whether or not the group will be helpful to you in your current situation.

Common Questions About Group Therapy

It is likely that your insurance provider will cover some of the expense if you have a relevant diagnosis. Sentier Psychotherapy provides out-of-network services with all major insurance providers. Please see list of out-of-network insurance questions. Your therapist can work with you on this during your Group Intake.

Your therapist takes confidentiality seriously. Every group member is required to sign an agreement to keep conversations from group time private. Group members are not to share names of others in the group or content from group discussion with people outside of the group. These rules are in place in order to create a safe environment in which people feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and experiences.

Please check individual group pages for group dates and times. Also check our Calendar for all upcoming events at Sentier.