Therapy and Support Groups in Maine
There are 26 therapy and support groups based in Maine, plus 593 virtual groups open to Maine residents from anywhere in the US. Therapist-led groups, peer support, and psychoeducation, in person and online. Free to browse. No account needed.
Browse 26 Maine groups or browse 593 virtual groups you can join from Maine
Maine groups accepting members
A few of the groups currently listed in Maine. Every listing is written by the group leader and includes format, schedule, cost, and how to join.
PFLAG Portland Maine (Portland, ME)
PFLAG Portland Maine offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Portland, ME. Support group for LGBTQ+ people, parents, families…
Contact group → Free to join
MaineTransNet (Portland, ME)
MaineTransNet offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Portland, ME. Peer-led trans support groups; meets at Equality Community Center.…
Contact group → Free to join
OUT Maine (Maine)
OUT Maine offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Rockland (statewide), ME. Youth support groups & parent info nights…
Contact group → Free to join
Portland Outright (Portland, ME)
Portland Outright offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Portland, ME. Youth-led peer support for LGBTQ+ young people ages…
Contact group → Free to join
Queerly ME / Bridge Maine (Maine)
Queerly ME / Bridge Maine offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Statewide (16 counties), ME. Peer support for…
Contact group → Free to join
Equality Community Center (Portland, ME)
Equality Community Center offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Portland, ME. Community hub hosting multiple LGBTQ+ peer support…
Contact group → Free to join
What meets in Maine right now
Cost and insurance in Maine
20 of Maine's 26 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 Maine, the state Medicaid program is MaineCare. Some listed groups accept it; each listing's cost line says what it takes.
Frequently asked questions
How much do therapy groups in Maine cost?
20 of the 26 groups in Maine 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 Maine?
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?
593 virtual groups are open to Maine 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 Maine.
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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Three ways forward
- Browse 593 virtual groups open to anyone in the US, no driving required.
- Request a group. Tell us what you're looking for and we'll flag the gap to group leaders in Maine.
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