Therapy and Support Groups in Columbus, Ohio
11 therapy and support groups meet in the Columbus area, with 22 more across Ohio and 593 virtual groups open to Ohio residents from anywhere in the US. Free to browse. No account needed.
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Columbus groups accepting members
Groups currently listed in the Columbus area. Every listing is written by the group leader and includes format, schedule, cost, and how to join.
PFLAG Columbus (Columbus, OH)
PFLAG Columbus offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Columbus, OH. Peer support for LGBTQ+ people, family & allies.…
Contact group → Free to join
TransOhio (Columbus, OH)
TransOhio offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Columbus, OH. Trans peer support groups + Partners' Discussion Group. This…
Contact group → Free to join
Stonewall Columbus (Columbus, OH)
Stonewall Columbus offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Columbus, OH. Social + therapeutic support groups. This is a…
Contact group → Free to join
New Horizons Behavioral Health – Columbus, GA
New Horizons Behavioral Health provides comprehensive community-based mental health, developmental disability, and addiction services in the Columbus, Georgia area. The organization offers group programs,…
Contact group → Free to join
Maryhaven – Addiction Treatment and Recovery – Columbus OH
Maryhaven is one of Central Ohio's most comprehensive addiction treatment centers, providing a full continuum of care for individuals struggling with substance use disorders,…
CompDrug – Substance Use and Dual Diagnosis Treatment – Columbus OH
CompDrug is a comprehensive addiction treatment center in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in substance use disorders, opioid addiction, and dual diagnosis treatment. Serving over 1,500…
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What meets in Columbus right now
Cost and insurance in Ohio
8 of Columbus's 11 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 Ohio, the state Medicaid program is Ohio Medicaid. Some listed groups accept it; each listing's cost line says what it takes.
Frequently asked questions
How much do therapy groups in Columbus cost?
8 of Columbus's 11 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 Columbus?
Yes. 593 virtual groups are open to Ohio residents, and 4 of Columbus's 11 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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