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Therapy and Support Groups in Kansas

There are 709 therapy and support groups based in Kansas, plus 619 virtual groups open to Kansas residents from anywhere in the US. Therapist-led groups, peer support, and psychoeducation, in person and online. Free to browse. No account needed.

709groups in Kansas
619virtual, open nationwide
684free to join
Counts update as listings change. Updated September 3, 2026.

Browse 709 Kansas groups or browse 619 virtual groups you can join from Kansas

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Kansas groups accepting members

A few of the groups currently listed in Kansas. Every listing is written by the group leader and includes format, schedule, cost, and how to join.

LGBTQ+

The Center of Wichita (Wichita, KS)

The Center of Wichita offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Wichita, KS. Phoenix trans support group; Q-Family Connection…

In-Person

Contact group → Free to join

LGBTQ+

PFLAG Lawrence-Topeka (Topeka, KS)

PFLAG Lawrence-Topeka offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Topeka, KS. Peer support for LGBTQ+ people, family & allies.…

In-Person

Contact group → Free to join

Caregiver Support

LDA Kansas — Learning Disabilities Association State Affiliate

The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA Kansas) is the Kansas state affiliate of LDA, offering peer support, advocacy, and information for people with…

Virtual/Remote

Contact group → Free to join

Addiction / Recovery

NAMI Wichita — Wichita, KS

NAMI Wichita provides free peer-led support groups for individuals living with mental health conditions and their families in the Wichita, Kansas area. Offering NAMI…

Hybrid

Contact group → Free to join

Caregiver Support

NAMI Johnson County — Overland Park, KS

NAMI Johnson County offers an extensive schedule of free peer-led support groups for individuals with mental health conditions and their families in the Overland…

Hybrid

Contact group → Free to join

Mental Health

NAMI Douglas County — Lawrence, KS

NAMI Douglas County provides free weekly peer support groups for individuals living with mental health conditions and their families in the Lawrence, Kansas area.…

In-Person

Contact group → Free to join

What meets in Kansas right now

507
peer-led support
110
shared community
70
therapeutic
12
help lines
28
meet in person
244
hybrid
436
fully virtual
709
total in Kansas
Counts update as listings change.

Cost and insurance in Kansas

684 of Kansas's 709 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 Kansas, the state Medicaid program is KanCare. Some listed groups accept it; each listing's cost line says what it takes.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

How much do therapy groups in Kansas cost?

684 of the 709 groups in Kansas 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 Kansas?

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 Kansas 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 Kansas.

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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