Therapy and Support Groups in South Dakota
There are 22 therapy and support groups based in South Dakota, plus 593 virtual groups open to South Dakota residents from anywhere in the US. Therapist-led groups, peer support, and psychoeducation, in person and online. Free to browse. No account needed.
Browse 22 South Dakota groups or browse 593 virtual groups you can join from South Dakota
South Dakota groups accepting members
A few of the groups currently listed in South Dakota. Every listing is written by the group leader and includes format, schedule, cost, and how to join.
Black Hills Center for Equality (Rapid City, SD)
Black Hills Center for Equality offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Rapid City, SD. LGBTQ+ community center with…
Contact group → Free to join
Oaye Luta Okolakiciye (Moving Forward in a Sacred Way) (Rapid City area, SD)
Oaye Luta Okolakiciye (Moving Forward in a Sacred Way) offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Rapid City area,…
Contact group → Free to join
Lutheran Social Services – Behavioral Health Groups – South Dakota
Lutheran Social Services (LSS) of South Dakota provides clinician-led group therapy and counseling services across multiple locations throughout the state. Their licensed therapists facilitate…
Southeastern Behavioral Healthcare – Group Therapy – Sioux Falls
Southeastern Behavioral Healthcare offers a comprehensive range of clinician-led group therapy programs in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Their licensed therapists facilitate specialized groups including…
LDA South Dakota — Learning Disabilities Association State Affiliate
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA South Dakota) is the South Dakota state affiliate of LDA, offering peer support, advocacy, and information for…
Contact group → Free to join
GriefShare – Grief Recovery Support Groups – Sioux Falls Area
GriefShare offers 13-week grief recovery support groups at multiple church locations throughout the Sioux Falls area. These peer-led groups with a professional curriculum help…
Contact group → Free to join
What meets in South Dakota right now
Cost and insurance in South Dakota
12 of South Dakota's 22 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 South Dakota, the state Medicaid program is South Dakota Medicaid. Some listed groups accept it; each listing's cost line says what it takes.
Frequently asked questions
How much do therapy groups in South Dakota cost?
12 of the 22 groups in South Dakota 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 South Dakota?
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 South Dakota 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 South Dakota.
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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