Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy that involves one or more therapists working with several people at the same time. This type of therapy is widely available at a variety of locations including private therapeutic practices, hospitals, mental health clinics, and community centers.

Group therapy can be categorized into different types depending on the mental health condition it is intended to treat as well as the clinical method used during the therapy. The most common types of group therapy include:
– Cognitive Behavioral Groups: Focus on identifying and changing inaccurate or distorted thinking patterns, emotional responses, and behaviors.
– Interpersonal Groups: Focus on interpersonal relationships and social interactions.
– Psychoeducational Groups: Focus on educating clients about their disorders and ways of coping.
– Skills Development Groups: Focus on improving social skills in people with mental disorders or developmental disabilities.
– Support Groups: Provide a wide range of benefits for people with a variety of mental health conditions as well as their loved ones.

Groups can be as small as three or four, but group therapy sessions often involve around eight to 12 people. The group typically meets once or twice each week, or more, for an hour or two. Group therapy meetings may either be open or closed. New participants are welcome to join open sessions at any time. Only a core group of members are invited to participate in closed sessions.