What is Group Counseling?
Who can benefit from Group Counseling?
How will Group Counseling help?
What typically happens in group counseling?
How much should I share?
How does confidentiality work in group counseling?
Shouldn’t I be in individual counseling instead of group?
How do I know which group is right for me?
How do I join a group?
How much does group therapy cost?
How does group work?
If someone is in a group, do they also need individual therapy?
How is group therapy different from support groups and self-help groups?
Why is group therapy useful?

When someone is thinking about joining a group, it is normal to have questions or concerns. What am I going to get out of this? Will there be enough time to deal with my own problems in a group setting? What if I don’t like the people in my group?

What kinds of people should participate in group therapy?

Will there be people with similar problems in my group?

What kind of commitment do I need to make?

What if I’m uncomfortable discussing my problems in front of others?
What does group cost?
How do I find a good group therapist?
What do I ask the group therapist?


    * What is your background?
    * Given my specific situation, how do you think group would work for me?
    * What are your credentials as a group therapist?
    * Do you have special training that is relevant to my problem?