Group therapy sessions are led by a licensed therapist, social worker, or psychiatrist, just like individual therapy sessions are. The difference is that while you’re one-on-one with a professional during individual therapy, in group therapy you’ll be working with and alongside people similar to you. Usually, you have something big in common with your fellow group members: You all struggle with anxiety, have gone through a similar trauma, or are working towards the same goal, for example. Striving together, you help one another heal, grow, and thrive. Group therapy sessions are still evidence-backed, just like individual therapy. Learn more about the groups near you offered by Lifebulb below.
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These are a few of the therapy groups offered by Lifebulb. Want to learn more? Click on the therapy group for a list of dates, costs, and what to expect.
With the help of Saving Grace Rescue Farms in Virginia Beach, Lifebulb is running equine therapy groups. These will be run by a local, licensed therapist and include both talk therapy and equine therapy elements. We currently have 4-week, 6-week, and 1-day workshop groups for:
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Group Therapy has been proven just as effective as individual therapy, with a few added benefits of its own. Some unique group therapy benefits include:
Shared Understanding
Group therapy helps individuals realize they are not alone in their struggles, which can be incredibly validating. Hearing others share similar experiences reduces feelings of isolation and fosters a sense of belonging.
Learning from Others’ Perspectives
Members gain insight by listening to how others cope with similar challenges. This exposure to different viewpoints can inspire new strategies and ways of thinking.
Improved Communication Skills
Group settings provide a safe space to practice expressing thoughts and emotions. Over time, this helps individuals become more confident and effective communicators in everyday life.
Increased Accountability
Being part of a group encourages consistency and commitment to personal growth. Members often feel motivated to follow through on goals when they know they will share progress with others.
Emotional Support and Encouragement
Group members offer empathy, encouragement, and constructive feedback. This supportive environment can boost self-esteem and reinforce positive changes.
Development of Social Skills
Interacting regularly with others in a therapeutic setting helps build healthier relationship patterns. It allows individuals to practice boundaries, empathy, and conflict resolution in real time.
