Feel Understood
Talk with people who have experienced struggles that may feel difficult to explain to the people in your life.
Group Therapy
In-Person Support In North Chesterfield, Virginia – for When You Need Somewhere to Be Understood
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When You Feel Like No One Really Gets It
Mental health struggles can be incredibly isolating.
You may have people around you and still feel completely alone. Maybe you've stopped trying to explain because you're tired of feeling misunderstood.
Sometimes, what you need is a place where you can say, “This is what I've been experiencing,” and hear someone else say, “I understand.”
You get to be around people who are working through their own challenges, in a space led by a trained mental health professional.
You don't have to convince anyone that what you're feeling is real.
Where groups fit
Group Therapy Through PHP & IOP
Group therapy is a core part of Virginia Family Wellness's Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).
Partial Hospitalization Program
PHP provides structured, full-day outpatient treatment for adults who need more support than weekly therapy but are stable enough to return home each evening.
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It can provide more support than weekly therapy while allowing clients to continue managing work, family, school, and other responsibilities.
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Maybe You're Looking for a Place to Feel Seen
You may be looking for more than another appointment. If you can relate to any of these, then group therapy could be a good fit for you.
You may want to:
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Feel Less Alone
Realize that you're not the only person navigating difficult thoughts, emotions, or experiences.
Be Heard
Have space to talk about what you're going through without feeling like you're burdening someone.
Know You're Not “Crazy”
Hearing other people describe experiences that feel familiar can help you recognize that your reactions and emotions are worthy of being understood.
Connect With Other People
Build connections in a structured environment where everyone is there for a reason.
Inside a group
What Actually Happens in Group Therapy?
Imagine walking into your first session. You're meeting people you don't know, you're in a new environment, and you may not know what you're supposed to say. And, that feels uncomfortable at best, and terrifying at worst.
That's why groups have structure.
In PHP and IOP sessions, a licensed mental health professional leads each group, providing direction, teaching skills, facilitating discussion, and helping create a respectful environment.
Listen First
Your first session can be about getting comfortable, learning how the group works, and seeing what the experience is like.
Participate As You're Ready
As you become more comfortable, you'll have opportunities to participate, ask questions, and share your perspective.
Learn From Other People
Someone else's experience may help you understand something about your own. You may hear a thought, coping strategy, or perspective that stays with you long after the group ends.
Take It With You
Groups focus on skills and conversations you can apply outside the session—in your relationships, work, and everyday life.
At your pace
Be Vulnerable At Your Own Pace
For many people, talking openly with strangers sounds intimidating. And that is completely okay here.
You get to take time to understand the space and decide how you want to participate.
The goal isn't to force vulnerability.
It's to create enough safety that vulnerability can become possible.
And sometimes, hearing someone else share something you've been afraid to say yourself is what makes you realize:
“Maybe I'm not the only one who feels this way.”
Your care plan
Will I Still Receive Personalized Care?
Absolutely.
Group therapy is not a replacement for individualized treatment. It is one part of a larger treatment plan.
Your licensed care team considers your individual symptoms, goals, progress, and needs when determining what support is appropriate.
The group is shared. Your care is still personal.
Questions Before You Start
Group Therapy FAQs
Do I have to talk in group?
Participation is an important part of group therapy, but you don't have to share everything on your first day. Your therapist will help you understand the expectations and become comfortable participating.
Who leads group therapy?
Groups are led by licensed mental health professionals and clinical providers who facilitate discussion, teach therapeutic skills, and support the treatment process.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
Coverage depends on your insurance plan and the type of service being provided. Contact Virginia Family Wellness to discuss insurance and payment options.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
Under the No Surprises Act, you may have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected healthcare charges for certain services. Contact Virginia Family Wellness for information about your rights and expected costs.
A Clear Next Step
You don’t have to choose the right level of care alone.
Start with a confidential conversation. The intake process can help identify the service that best fits your current needs.
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