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Therapy and Support Groups in Louisiana

There are 711 therapy and support groups based in Louisiana, plus 619 virtual groups open to Louisiana residents from anywhere in the US. Therapist-led groups, peer support, and psychoeducation, in person and online. Free to browse. No account needed.

711groups in Louisiana
619virtual, open nationwide
684free to join
Counts update as listings change. Updated September 3, 2026.

Browse 711 Louisiana groups or browse 619 virtual groups you can join from Louisiana

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Louisiana groups accepting members

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

Autism / Neurodivergent

Free Social Group for Autistic Adults, Online | ASGNO

The Adult Social Group is a free online group for Autistic adults, run by the Autism Society of Greater New Orleans and facilitated by…

Virtual/Remote

Contact group → Free to join

Autism / Neurodivergent

Free Autism Caregiver Support Group, Daytime Online | ASGNO

The daytime Caregiver Support Group is a free monthly group run by the Autism Society of Greater New Orleans for people caring for someone…

Virtual/Remote

Contact group → Free to join

Autism / Neurodivergent

Free Autism Caregiver Support Group, Evenings Online | ASGNO

The evening Caregiver Support Group is a free monthly group run by the Autism Society of Greater New Orleans for people caring for someone…

Virtual/Remote

Contact group → Free to join

Autism / Neurodivergent

Free Autism Caregiver Support Group in Spanish, Online | ASGNO

Cuidadores de habla Hispana is a free monthly support group for caregivers of Autistic people, run entirely in Spanish by the Autism Society of…

Virtual/Remote

Contact group → Free to join

Grief / Loss

Free Suicide Loss Support Group – Louisiana | VIA LINK

VIA LINK runs a free, weekly peer support group for adults across Louisiana who are grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide.…

Virtual/Remote

Contact group → Free to join

LGBTQ+

PFLAG New Orleans (New Orleans / Mandeville / Slidell, LA)

PFLAG New Orleans offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in New Orleans / Mandeville / Slidell, LA. 3 in-person…

In-Person

Contact group → Free to join

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Find groups near you in Louisiana

What meets in Louisiana right now

506
peer-led support
111
shared community
72
therapeutic
12
help lines
25
meet in person
244
hybrid
441
fully virtual
711
total in Louisiana
Counts update as listings change.

Cost and insurance in Louisiana

684 of Louisiana's 711 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 Louisiana, the state Medicaid program is Healthy Louisiana. 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 Louisiana cost?

684 of the 711 groups in Louisiana 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 Louisiana?

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 Louisiana 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 Louisiana.

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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