Therapy and Support Groups in Washington, DC, District of Columbia
11 therapy and support groups meet in the Washington, DC area, with 0 more across District of Columbia and 593 virtual groups open to District of Columbia residents from anywhere in the US. Free to browse. No account needed.
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Washington, DC groups accepting members
Groups currently listed in the Washington, DC area. Every listing is written by the group leader and includes format, schedule, cost, and how to join.
Free Fragile X Family Support – National | NFXF
The National Fragile X Foundation (NFXF), established in 1984, unites the Fragile X community to provide educational and emotional support, promote awareness, and advance…
Contact group → Free to join
CNAY — Free Native American Youth Wellness & Leadership
The Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) is a Native-led national policy and youth-development organization based at the Aspen Institute. Founded by former Senator…
Contact group → Free to join
Wendt Center — Free Grief & Loss Peer Support Groups Washington, DC
The Wendt Center for Loss & Healing is the Greater Washington area's primary nonprofit grief support center, offering a year-round roster of free and…
Contact group → Free to join
Vet Center — Free Veteran Peer Counseling Groups Washington, DC
The Washington, D.C. Vet Center provides free, confidential peer-style group counseling for veterans, active service members, and their families across the DC metro. Part…
Contact group → Free to join
The DC Center — Free LGBTQ+ Peer Support Groups Washington, DC
The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center (The DC Center) runs the District's broadest roster of free, peer-led LGBTQ+ support groups — over a dozen distinct,…
Contact group → Free to join
DCRCA — Free Peer Recovery Community Center Washington, DC
The DC Recovery Community Alliance (DCRCA) is Washington, D.C.'s primary peer-operated recovery center, dedicated to supporting adults impacted by substance use disorders and co-occurring…
Contact group → Free to join
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What meets in Washington, DC right now
Cost and insurance in District of Columbia
11 of Washington, DC'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 District of Columbia, the state Medicaid program is DC Medicaid. Some listed groups accept it; each listing's cost line says what it takes.
Frequently asked questions
How much do therapy groups in Washington, DC cost?
11 of Washington, DC'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 Washington, DC?
Yes. 593 virtual groups are open to District of Columbia residents, and 7 of Washington, DC'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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