Therapy and Support Groups in New Mexico
There are 23 therapy and support groups based in New Mexico, plus 593 virtual groups open to New Mexico residents from anywhere in the US. Therapist-led groups, peer support, and psychoeducation, in person and online. Free to browse. No account needed.
Browse 23 New Mexico groups or browse 593 virtual groups you can join from New Mexico
New Mexico groups accepting members
A few of the groups currently listed in New Mexico. 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…
LDA New Mexico — Learning Disabilities Association State Affiliate
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA New Mexico) is the New Mexico state affiliate of LDA, offering peer support, advocacy, and information for…
Contact group → Free to join
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
Find groups near you in New Mexico
What meets in New Mexico right now
Cost and insurance in New Mexico
14 of New Mexico's 23 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 New Mexico cost?
14 of the 23 groups in New Mexico 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 New Mexico?
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 New Mexico 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 New Mexico.
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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- Browse 593 virtual groups open to anyone in the US, no driving required.
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