Therapy and Support Groups in Albuquerque, New Mexico
10 therapy and support groups meet in the Albuquerque area, with 13 more across New Mexico and 593 virtual groups open to New Mexico residents from anywhere in the US. Free to browse. No account needed.
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Albuquerque groups accepting members
Groups currently listed in the Albuquerque area. Every listing is written by the group leader and includes format, schedule, cost, and how to join.
Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico (TGRCNM) (Albuquerque, NM)
Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico (TGRCNM) offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Albuquerque, NM. Multiple groups: adults,…
Contact group → Free to join
PFLAG Albuquerque (Albuquerque, NM)
PFLAG Albuquerque offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Albuquerque, NM. Monthly peer support. This is a welcoming, community-led…
Contact group → Free to join
Older Rainbow Community of Albuquerque (ORCA) (Albuquerque, NM)
Older Rainbow Community of Albuquerque (ORCA) offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Albuquerque, NM. Social support and advocacy…
Contact group → Free to join
Turquoise Lodge Hospital – Substance Use Treatment Albuquerque
Turquoise Lodge Hospital is a New Mexico Department of Health facility in Albuquerque providing specialized substance use treatment services including medical detoxification, social rehabilitation…
NAMI New Mexico – Mental Health Support Statewide
NAMI New Mexico is the state affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, providing education, support, and advocacy for individuals and families affected…
Contact group → Free to join
DBSA Albuquerque – Depression & Bipolar Support NM
The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) of Albuquerque provides peer-led support groups for individuals living with depression, bipolar disorder, and related mood conditions…
Contact group → Free to join
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What meets in Albuquerque right now
Cost and insurance in New Mexico
7 of Albuquerque's 10 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 New Mexico, the state Medicaid program is Turquoise Care. Some listed groups accept it; each listing's cost line says what it takes.
Frequently asked questions
How much do therapy groups in Albuquerque cost?
7 of Albuquerque's 10 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 Albuquerque?
Yes. 593 virtual groups are open to New Mexico residents, and 4 of Albuquerque's 10 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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