Therapy and Support Groups in District of Columbia
There are 692 therapy and support groups based in District of Columbia, plus 619 virtual groups open to District of Columbia residents from anywhere in the US. Therapist-led groups, peer support, and psychoeducation, in person and online. Free to browse. No account needed.
Browse 692 District of Columbia groups or browse 619 virtual groups you can join from District of Columbia
District of Columbia groups accepting members
A few of the groups currently listed in District of Columbia. Every listing is written by the group leader and includes format, schedule, cost, and how to join.
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…
Contact group → Free to join
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,…
Contact group → Free to join
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…
Contact group → Free to join
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…
Contact group → Free to join
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…
Contact group → Free to join
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…
Contact group → Free to join
What meets in District of Columbia right now
Cost and insurance in District of Columbia
669 of District of Columbia's 692 groups are free to join. Beyond those, costs span a wide range, and the range is real. Peer-led groups are usually free. Sliding-scale and community-funded groups often charge $5 to $25. Insurance-covered groups commonly involve a copay in the $20 to $50 range. Private-pay rates vary the most: some groups charge under $50 a session, while specialized programs, intensive formats, and highly credentialed facilitators price well above $100. Every listing states its own cost, so you know before you reach out. Most major insurers reimburse virtual group therapy at parity with in-person care. Always confirm coverage with your plan.
In District of Columbia, the state Medicaid program is DC Medicaid. Some listed groups accept it; each listing's cost line says what it takes.
Frequently asked questions
How much do therapy groups in District of Columbia cost?
669 of the 692 groups in District of Columbia are free to join. There is no single going rate. Peer-led groups are usually free, sliding-scale and community-funded groups often charge $5 to $25, and insurance-covered groups commonly involve a $20 to $50 copay. Private-pay pricing varies the most, from under $50 a session to well over $100 for specialized or intensive programs. Every listing on this directory states its own cost, and many groups offer a free intro session.
Do I need a referral to join a group in District of Columbia?
Most groups in this directory accept self-referrals; you contact the facilitator directly. Some insurance-covered groups require a referral from your primary care provider or therapist. Listings note any requirements.
Are virtual therapy groups as effective as in-person?
619 virtual groups are open to District of Columbia residents, and research consistently shows virtual group therapy produces outcomes comparable to in-person care for anxiety, depression, grief, and addiction recovery, and it expands access for people in rural District of Columbia.
How do I know a listing is current?
Group leaders write their own listings. The directory checks each listing's details against the group's own website on a rolling basis, and listings show the date those details were last checked. That check confirms the group exists and its details match; 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.
- Many counties run local warmlines for non-emergency support. Search your county name plus "warmline."
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- Browse 619 virtual groups open to anyone in the US, no driving required.
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