Group Therapy and Support Groups in Fort Myers, FL
Healing doesn’t happen in a vacuum. At Sprout Recovery, you’ll find a safe, welcoming space in our group therapy and support groups to connect with others who understand what you’re going through.
Sharing your experience and hearing fellow group members builds community, relieves loneliness, and gives you a perspective that you can’t always get in an individual session.
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What Group Therapy Looks Like at Sprout
Group sessions are facilitated by a licensed therapist and usually last for one to two hours. How often you attend depends on what level of care you need, from daily groups to a few times a week.
Group therapy is most effective when combined with individual work such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Our groups draw on a few different approaches:
Cognitive-behavioral groups target the thought patterns that influence how you feel and behave.
Interpersonal groups develop communication skills and improve relationships.
Psychoeducational groups help you learn the basics of mental health and recovery.
Skill development groups build practical, everyday independence.
Support groups provide peer encouragement through shared experience.
Who Group Therapy Is For
Group therapy can be a robust option if you:
- Are recovering from drug or alcohol use and want peer accountability and mentorship
- Are struggling with mental health issues such as depression, trauma, anxiety, or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Are dealing with grief or a major life transition, even without a formal diagnosis
- Would feel more comfortable in a gender-specific group, focused on the issues that show up differently for men and women
- Need extra support to stay on track and reduce the risk of relapse.
Our Group Therapy Programs
DBT Skills Groups
Many of our groups are rooted in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), building skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness.
Mental Health Support and Psychoeducation Groups
These groups cover depression, anxiety, stress, and co-occurring substance use, giving you a space to learn alongside others who manage similar symptoms.
Relapse Prevention Groups
Focused on the coping strategies that hold up outside of treatment: managing cravings, staying accountable, and leaning on social support when urges get loud.
Grief and Loss Support Groups
Grief is often underneath substance use and other mental health struggles. These groups work through the stages of grief, denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance, at a pace that respects where each person is.
Mindfulness and Stress Reduction Groups
Practical, workshop-style sessions focused on healthy coping skills, lifestyle changes, and day-to-day stress management.
Family Support Groups
For the people who love someone in recovery. These groups cover boundaries, self-care, and how to support a loved one without losing yourself in the process.
How Our Sober Living Model Works
Confidentiality:
What is shared in group stays in group.
Respect:
Every member’s experience is treated with empathy and without judgment.
Active listening:
No interrupting, and everyone who wants to share gets the chance.
Support over advice:
Members offer empathy rather than unsolicited advice.
Sobriety:
No attending group under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Safety:
No violence, intimidation, or aggressive language toward other members.
We Accept Most Major Insurance Plans
We work with most major commercial insurance providers. To find out what group therapy costs under your plan, reach out to our admissions team. We will verify your benefits and walk you through any costs clearly before you begin.
You Are Not Alone in This
Connect with a Sprout group therapy program built around support, accountability, and people who understand.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between group therapy and groups like AA or NA?
Group therapy is led by a licensed therapist with structured, clinical goals and can be part of a formal treatment plan. Groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA) are peer-led and voluntary, often used alongside clinical treatment to support long-term recovery.
Is group therapy covered by insurance?
We work with most major commercial insurance plans. Contact our admissions team, and we will verify your benefits and outline any costs before you begin.
How many people are typically in a group?
Our groups usually run smaller than community recovery meetings, generally 8 to 15 members, though some are smaller.
Do you offer virtual group therapy?
Our group sessions are currently in person. If transportation or scheduling is a barrier, talk to our admissions team, and we will see what we can work out.
Will I be required to share personal details?
No. You are never required to share more than you are comfortable with. Open participation helps build trust, but that trust develops at its own pace, and individual therapy is always available if you need a more private space first.
What if I do not feel comfortable in my group?
Tell your group therapist, primary therapist, or any staff member you trust. We aim to place clients in groups that match their experiences and goals, and we will work with you if that is not the case.
How do you protect confidentiality in group sessions?
Our group therapists are licensed and held to strict ethical standards. The rule that guides every session is simple: what is shared in group stays in group.
Where are you located?
Our center is at 4519 Tilton Ct, Fort Myers, FL. We welcome anyone in Southwest Florida looking for group therapy or support groups.
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