Did you know that more than 30% of adults in Idaho reported symptoms of anxiety or depressive disorder? Substance overdose deaths also increased in this state to about 20 per 100,000 people in 2021.1 That’s why psychotherapy is a vital service to offer in populous locations in Idaho, including Boise.
In addition to individual therapy and family therapy, most mental health and addiction treatment programs offer group therapy to help patients identify strengths, improve coping and communication skills, and begin to build a solid support network. Group therapy also allows patients to recognize that they are not alone in their struggles with addiction or co-occurring mental health disorders. Ashwood Recovery provides psychotherapy services in Idaho. Contact our team online or call 888.341.3607 today for help in finding group therapy in Boise, ID, and learn how you or a loved one can benefit from our services.
What Are the Common Types of Group Therapy?
Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy where a therapist leads a small group of patients in guided discussions about shared experiences and challenges. Group therapy can take various forms, depending on the needs and goals of participants.
Standard types of group therapy in addiction treatment include the following:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) groups – CBT groups focus on identifying and changing inaccurate or distorted thinking, behaviors, and emotional responses.
- Psychoeducational groups – These provide information and education on specific topics to help group participants gain knowledge and particular skills.
- Skills development groups – These groups focus on teaching and fostering the development of communication, social, and coping skills essential in recovery.
- Interpersonal groups – These focus on improving interpersonal relationships and how relationships both impact and are impacted by addiction or mental health.
- Process-oriented groups – Process groups focus on interpersonal dynamics to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in the context of relationships among group members.
- Family groups – These address family dynamics to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships.
Self-help or mutual aid groups differ from group therapy. While they provide support, encouragement, and guidance, a therapist does not lead these groups. Boise, ID, has a solid recovery community and access to a vast range of support groups.
What to Expect from Our Group Therapy Program in Boise, ID
At Ashwood Recovery in Boise, ID, the central goal of group therapy is to provide a safe space where patients can give and receive peer support and empathy so they recognize they are not alone in their struggles, thus helping to reduce isolation and shame.
Other important goals of group therapy include the following:
- Providing education and information – Group therapy incorporates educational elements that provide information about addiction, coping mechanisms, relapse prevention techniques, healthy lifestyle choices, and various topics related to recovery.
- Accountability and feedback – Group therapy provides a setting where members hold each other accountable for their recovery goals through encouragement, feedback, and constructive criticism.
- Relationship building – SUD and mental health issues often damage relationships and interpersonal skills. Group therapy helps patients rebuild social skills and develop healthy connections with others.
- Skill development – Group therapy offers a platform for patients to develop and practice new coping and interpersonal skills. Group members learn from one another’s successes and failures, increasing insight.
- Collaboration and teamwork – Group therapy enhances the ability to work with others. Group dynamics provide an opportunity to understand different viewpoints, adapt to different working styles, and achieve collective goals.
A cornerstone of group therapy is that individuals feel better when recognizing that they are not alone. In the group setting, therapists can observe how patients respond to real-life interactions, allowing them to provide direct therapeutic feedback.
Contact Ashwood Recovery for Group Therapy in Boise, ID
Struggling with SUD or mental health issues can leave you feeling isolated and lonely. Ashwood Recovery provides comprehensive outpatient treatment for addiction and co-occurring disorders. Our group therapy program in Boise, ID, can help you realize that others share your struggles and can provide professional and peer support. Contact our team online or call 888.341.3607 to learn about group therapy and other programs to help on your path to recovery.
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