Therapy and Support Groups in San Diego, California
6 therapy and support groups meet in the San Diego area, with 732 more across California and 619 virtual groups open to California residents from anywhere in the US. Free to browse. No account needed.
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San Diego groups accepting members
Groups currently listed in the San Diego area. Every listing is written by the group leader and includes format, schedule, cost, and how to join.
Alzheimer’s SD — Free Dementia Caregiver Support Groups — San Diego
Alzheimer's San Diego is an independent nonprofit serving San Diego County families affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Their support groups are always…
Contact group → Free to join
Courage to Call — Free Veteran Peer Helpline San Diego, CA
Courage to Call is a free, confidential helpline staffed by veterans and military family members, serving active-duty service members, veterans, reservists, National Guard members,…
Contact group → Free to join
PHA — Free Postpartum & Perinatal Peer Support San Diego
Postpartum Health Alliance (PHA) is San Diego's go-to nonprofit for perinatal mental health, offering free peer support groups across the county and a 24/7…
Contact group → Free to join
San Diego LGBT Community Center (San Diego, CA)
San Diego LGBT Community Center offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in San Diego, CA. Peer support groups: coming…
Contact group → Free to join
NAMI San Diego – Support Groups & Warm Line
NAMI San Diego provides free peer-led support groups, PeerLINKS peer support programs, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness in…
Contact group → Free to join
Survivors of Suicide Loss San Diego (SOSL)
Survivors of Suicide Loss (SOSL) San Diego provides peer support for individuals who have lost a loved one to suicide. With 17 monthly support…
Contact group → Free to join
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What meets in San Diego right now
Cost and insurance in California
6 of San Diego's 6 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 California, the state Medicaid program is Medi-Cal. Some listed groups accept it; each listing's cost line says what it takes.
Frequently asked questions
How much do therapy groups in San Diego cost?
6 of San Diego's 6 groups 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.
Can I join a virtual group from San Diego?
Yes. 619 virtual groups are open to California residents, and 5 of San Diego's 6 local groups run hybrid or fully virtual sessions, so you can start online and move to in-person when you are ready.
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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