Mental Health Groups in District of Columbia
There are 9 mental health groups in District of Columbia on The Group Guide: 4 in person, 3 hybrid, and 2 online. 9 are all free to join. Another 271 online mental health groups are listed from other states, and many accept members from anywhere. Free to browse. No account needed.
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Mental Health groups in District of Columbia
Each listing is written by the group leader and says where and when the group meets, what it costs, and how to join.
Wendt Center — Free Grief & Loss Peer Support Groups Washington, DC
The Wendt Center for Loss & Healing is the Greater Washington area's primary nonprofit grief support center, offering a year-round roster of free and…
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Vet Center — Free Veteran Peer Counseling Groups Washington, DC
The Washington, D.C. Vet Center provides free, confidential peer-style group counseling for veterans, active service members, and their families across the DC metro. Part…
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The DC Center — Free LGBTQ+ Peer Support Groups Washington, DC
The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center (The DC Center) runs the District's broadest roster of free, peer-led LGBTQ+ support groups — over a dozen distinct,…
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DCRCA — Free Peer Recovery Community Center Washington, DC
The DC Recovery Community Alliance (DCRCA) is Washington, D.C.'s primary peer-operated recovery center, dedicated to supporting adults impacted by substance use disorders and co-occurring…
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Mamatoto Village — Free Black Maternal Peer Support Washington, DC
Mamatoto Village is a Black woman-led perinatal support organization in Washington, D.C., offering free culturally congruent peer support and wraparound services to Black mothers…
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Iona — Free Caregiver Peer Support Groups Washington, DC
Iona Senior Services runs free, peer-supported caregiver support groups in Washington, D.C., for adults caring for aging loved ones, parents with dementia, or family…
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JSSA — Free Grief & Mental Health Peer Groups Washington, DC
The Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) offers free and low-cost peer support groups for adults and teens across the Greater Washington area, including grief…
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LDA District of Columbia — Learning Disabilities Association State Affiliate
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA District of Columbia) is the District of Columbia state affiliate of LDA, offering peer support, advocacy, and…
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IDA D.C. Capital Area — International Dyslexia Association Branch
The International Dyslexia Association (IDA D.C. Capital Area) is a volunteer-run branch of IDA serving families, educators, and adults affected by dyslexia in District…
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Online mental health groups listed in other states
Many online groups accept members from anywhere. Check each listing for who can join, since some therapist-led groups only take people in the states where the leader is licensed.
Adaptations Denver Men’s Group: Therapy Process Group for Adult men navigating depression, anger, relationship challenges, life stressors
This group is for the man that's looking to explore and expand the old scripts on masculinity. He recognizes that the always strong, stoic,…
Interpersonal Process Group
This interpersonal process group is for adults in their 20s and 30s who want to deepen their understanding of themselves and improve their relationships…
The Manhattan Adult ADD Support Group: Support Group For Adults WIth ADD/ADHD & Related Issues
The Manhattan Adult ADD Support Group has been providing peer-led support to adults with ADD/ADHD in the New York Metro area since 1992. While…
CancerCare Bereavement Support Groups — Free Virtual Grief Groups
CancerCare offers free oncology-social-worker-led virtual bereavement support groups for people who have lost someone to cancer. What to Expect Free 15-week oncology-social-worker-facilitated online bereavement…
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Center for Chronic Illness — Free Virtual Support Groups
The Center for Chronic Illness offers free, facilitated virtual support groups organized by diagnosis and for caregivers. What to Expect Free facilitated virtual support…
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Wyoming Equality – LGBTQ+ Healthcare Access Project
Wyoming Equality's Healthcare Access Project (WEHAP) connects LGBTQ+ Wyoming residents with affirming mental health providers, support resources, and community. In a state where finding…
See how to join → Free to join
Questions about mental health groups in District of Columbia
Are there free mental health groups in District of Columbia?
Yes. 9 of the 9 mental health groups listed in District of Columbia are free to join. Each listing states its own cost, so you know before you reach out.
Can I join an online mental health group from District of Columbia?
There are 273 online mental health groups on The Group Guide. Peer-led and community groups usually accept members from anywhere. Therapist-led groups may only accept people in the states where the leader is licensed, and each listing says who can join.
What is the difference between a mental health support group and a mental health therapy group?
A support group is usually led by a peer or volunteer and centers on shared experience. A therapy group is led by a licensed clinician and works toward treatment goals. Listings show whether a licensed professional leads the group.
Do I need a referral to join?
Most groups on The Group Guide accept self-referrals: you contact the group directly. Some insurance-covered groups ask for a referral, and the listing will say so.
How do I know a listing is current?
Group leaders write their own listings, and listings show when their details were last checked. That check confirms the group's details match its own website. It is not a clinical review or an endorsement.
If you need help now
A support group is not crisis care. If you or someone you know is struggling right now:
- Call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential, 24/7.
Lead a mental health group in District of Columbia? Get found.
None of the 9 mental health groups listed in District of Columbia is led by a licensed professional yet. If you run one, people searching here will find it first. Therapists and counselors: founding seats close December 31, and a founding listing for one fee-based group stays free for the life of the listing. Free groups always list free.