Group Therapy

BrightView provides several kinds of group therapy sessions, each designed for specific needs. Depending on your history and goals, your care team may recommend:

• Psychoeducational groups to learn about addiction, return to use prevention, and recovery basics.
• Skills groups to manage emotions and develop healthy coping strategies for cravings, stress, and daily challenges.
• Process groups to share personal challenges, gain insight, and get feedback from other group members in a supportive space.
• Support groups provide consistent encouragement and motivation throughout recovery.

Many patients also combine group therapy and individual counseling to help address relationship challenges and build trust.

In addition to in-person care, BrightView offers secure, HIPAA-compliant online group therapy. This option makes it easier for people who can’t attend in person to stay engaged in recovery. Online group therapy lets you:

• Join structured group sessions from home or any quiet, private space with internet access.
• Connect with group members virtually in a supportive setting.
• Benefit from the same licensed therapists who lead in-person groups.
• Enjoy flexibility without losing accountability or structured support.

BrightView helps you stay connected and supported throughout your recovery journey, whether you choose in-person or online group therapy

Our licensed behavioral health team creates a safe space where every voice matters. Here’s what to expect:

• Cadence: Most groups meet weekly; some meet more often.
• Size: Groups are small enough for discussion but large enough for diverse perspectives.
• Structure: Some are open (new members welcome), and some are closed (fixed membership).
• Confidentiality: Privacy is essential. What’s shared in the group stays in the group.
• Etiquette: Groups provide structured support but remain welcoming; participation is what matters most.

You may also meet individually with your therapist at BrightView as part of your individualized treatment plan. This blended approach addresses all aspects of mental health, from practical skills to emotional growth to social support.

Group therapy is one part of BrightView’s whole-person approach to addiction recovery. Depending on your needs, your treatment plan may combine group therapy with: 

• Medication-assisted treatment (MAT): Proven medications for alcohol and opioid use disorders to manage withdrawal and cravings 
• Individual therapy: Private counseling sessions to address the root causes of substance use and develop new coping strategies for daily life 
• Social support services: Help with housing, insurance, employment, and local resources 

This integrated care provides medical treatment, practical help, and social and emotional support throughout recovery. 

Joining a BrightView therapy group is simple. Your care team will recommend appropriate groups and provide a clear schedule so you know what to expect. 

With in-person and online group therapy options, you can participate in recovery no matter where life takes you. Many patients start on the same day they call. You can also schedule online or visit a location near you. 

Group therapy can feel intimidating at first, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are the basics you should know going into your first group session:

• Online access: Our team helps you get set up with secure video access for online group therapy.
• Introductions: The leader explains how the group works and helps everyone feel comfortable.
• Participation: You’re never forced to share before you’re ready. Listening is a powerful first step.
• Attendance: Consistency matters. Your group members depend on you to show up, and you can depend on them.

Whether online or in-person group therapy, there’s no pressure. Just showing up and listening can begin to shift negative thought patterns, inspire hope, and promote healing.