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Therapy and Support Groups in Kentucky

There are 708 therapy and support groups based in Kentucky, plus 619 virtual groups open to Kentucky residents from anywhere in the US. Therapist-led groups, peer support, and psychoeducation, in person and online. Free to browse. No account needed.

708groups in Kentucky
619virtual, open nationwide
681free to join
Counts update as listings change. Updated October 14, 2026.

Browse 708 Kentucky groups or browse 619 virtual groups you can join from Kentucky

On the directory now

Kentucky groups accepting members

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

Bipolar Disorder

DBSA Louisville – Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance — Louisville, KY

The DBSA Louisville Chapter provides free peer-led support groups for individuals living with depression and bipolar disorder, meeting multiple times per week in the…

Hybrid

Contact group → Free to join

LGBTQ+

Lexington Pride Center (Lexington, KY)

Lexington Pride Center offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Lexington, KY. TransKentucky (trans/NB adults, 1st Saturday monthly); seniors…

In-Person

Contact group → Free to join

LGBTQ+

PFLAG Central Kentucky (Lexington area, KY)

PFLAG Central Kentucky offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Lexington area, KY. Family/ally & LGBTQ+ peer support. This…

In-Person

Contact group → Free to join

LGBTQ+

PFLAG Louisville (Louisville, KY)

PFLAG Louisville offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Louisville, KY. Monthly peer support. This is a welcoming, community-led…

In-Person

Contact group → Free to join

LGBTQ+

Louisville Youth Group (LYG) (Louisville, KY)

Louisville Youth Group (LYG) offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Louisville, KY. LGBTQ+ youth peer support & leadership.…

In-Person

Contact group → Free to join

LGBTQ+

NAMI Kentucky – LGBTQIA Support Group (Kentucky)

NAMI Kentucky – LGBTQIA Support Group offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Statewide, KY. Peer-led mental health support…

Virtual/Remote

Contact group → Free to join

What meets in Kentucky right now

504
peer-led support
110
shared community
72
therapeutic
12
help lines
24
meet in person
246
hybrid
437
fully virtual
708
total in Kentucky
Counts update as listings change.

Cost and insurance in Kentucky

681 of Kentucky's 708 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 Kentucky, the state Medicaid program is Kentucky Medicaid. 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 Kentucky cost?

681 of the 708 groups in Kentucky 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 Kentucky?

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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky.

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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