Group Therapy in Houston

What Is Group Therapy?

Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy where a trained psychologist leads a session with a small group of individuals facing similar challenges. This approach creates a supportive, structured environment for participants to share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences while providing mutual feedback and support.

Group therapy sessions can address a wide range of topics, including anxiety, OCD, depression, addiction, grief, and relationship issues. The group dynamic is particularly beneficial as it helps participants connect with others with similar struggles, reducing feelings of isolation and fostering a sense of belonging. It also provides opportunities to gain different perspectives, learn from others’ experiences, and practice interpersonal skills.

Online collaborative therapy is a cost-effective and valuable complement to individual sessions. The format and goals of group online sessions may vary based on the type of therapy and the participants’ needs. Generally, these sessions aim to promote personal growth, self-awareness, and emotional healing within a supportive and confidential group setting.

Types of Group Therapies

Currently, we offer the following group therapy option in Houston, TX:

“Gay Men’s Group” – This process-oriented group meets online for 90 minutes once a week. It addresses a wide range of topics, including relationships, coming out, overcoming adversity and prejudice, personal growth, and emotion regulation. Group members come from diverse age groups, ethnicities, and backgrounds, offering valuable insights and understanding from different perspectives. Group therapy is an excellent option if you’re looking for a more affordable alternative to individual therapy and prefer a collective approach to improving your mental health and quality of life.

How the Process Works:

Paperwork Stuff

During the first 10 minutes of your initial appointment, you and your psychologist will review informed consent and our practice’s policies, addressing any questions you may have. Your psychologist will then outline the agenda for your initial evaluation, including the session’s length and focus.

Introductions

Building a rapport with your psychologist is a crucial step in therapy. Your psychologist may start the session by asking what led you to seek therapy. This initial conversation helps establish a foundation for more meaningful discussions.

Initial Evaluation

In your first session, your psychologist will ask about various aspects of your life, such as your job, family, friends, and hobbies. Understanding these areas helps your psychologist understand what affects and matters most to you, enabling deeper conversations in therapy.

Wrapping Up

At the conclusion of your first session, your psychologist will assist you in scheduling your follow-up appointment. During this follow-up session, your psychologist will share their clinical impressions to foster a mutual understanding. The rest of the session will focus on exploring available group therapy options to find the best fit for your needs, and then scheduling your group therapy session.

Get Started

Step 1

Schedule your initial evaluation.

Step 2

Complete the new patient paperwork, which will be sent to you in advance via our secure, HIPAA-compliant platform. Please submit your paperwork at least 24 hours before your appointment.

Step 3

Meet with your psychologist over video using our HIPAA-compliant platform. A link will be emailed to you to access your appointment.