Group therapy is a wonderful complementary resource that can further enhance an individual’s therapy experience, or may be a better solution overall for certain individuals, even if you feel nervous about speaking in front of a bigger group.

Finding help for addiction can be a challenging journey, but it’s an essential step towards reclaiming your life. Traditional programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA) have long been a cornerstone of different approaches to recovery for those who struggle with substance use. But therapy also plays a critical role in supporting these traditional programs.

We sympathize with your experience and acknowledge that AA/NA is not for everyone! That’s why we are dedicated to offering compassionate, effective group therapy opportunities for those recovering from Substance Use Disorder (SUD). Many individuals can get mixed up when it comes to comparing group therapy vs. alcoholics anonymous and sometimes even believe they are one in the same.

We completely understand the very real fear of saying the wrong thing or not knowing what to say in group therapy, but trust us: nobody will judge you if your thoughts don’t come out effortlessly or as you’d like them to sound!

When considering group therapy as someone with social anxiety, a wide variety of concerns may arise, including the general fear of public speaking, having to be in an emotional place in front of others, and a new fear that group therapy may exacerbate current anxiety. While you may feel anxious in group therapy, what if we told you that there are benefits of group therapy for anxiety?

Whether you’re considering therapy for the first time or you’re looking for a different approach to managing your mental health, it may be time to think about group therapy. Learn more about the benefits of a group setting.