Group & Family Counseling

Liberty Behavioral and Community Services believes in doing our part to strengthen bonds between people. That is our motivating factor behind our group & family counseling programs in Los Angeles. We use evidence-based approaches to meet families, couples, and peer groups where they are at, focusing on their unique needs. From navigating conflict to improving mental health, our counselors deliver meaningful care in a safe and supportive environment.
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What Is Group & Family Counseling?

Group and family counseling focus on addressing concerns within relationships. While it also can work toward mental health improvements, its unique approach aims to equip individuals with tools for long-term benefits to a specific social dynamic.

Some of the common features of group and family counseling include:

  • Strengthening communication and active listening
  • Building trust between individuals in the group
  • Exploring conflict and supporting constructive resolution
  • Fostering mutual understanding
  • Supporting loved ones facing mental health challenges
  • Practicing healthy coping strategies for stressors

What Types of Counseling Do We Offer?

Every family, relationship, and group has its unique features and dynamics. The type of approach will depend on what concerns the group wants to resolve and where they want their relationship to be. Some common methods we use include:
  • Family Systems Therapy: Aims to reshape unhealthy patterns or dynamics. Examines family roles, interactions, and conflicts to promote understanding and growth.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Uses CBT’s methods for identifying and remodeling unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Adapts the process for ones specific to generating conflict or straining relationships.
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): EFT centers around strengthening emotional bonds and understanding. It is often used for partners or families struggling with trust or attachment.
  • Psychoeducation: Focuses on providing tools, exercises, and education for clients to better understand mental health. The more you know, the more you can build a supportive environment.
  • Conflict Resolution Counseling: Homes in on disputes and conflict, providing structured approaches to resolve them.
  • Supportive Group Counseling: Starts with creating a safe space for individuals with similar challenges. For example, grief, addiction, or parenting stress. From there, it offers a place to connect, heal, and support one another.

Advantages of Group & Family Counseling at LBCS

Our counselors understand how strong relationships are the center of a fulfilling life. We also know how much of a challenge it can be to keep these dynamics healthy. Some reasons families and groups work with us include:
  • We foster a safe, neutral, and calm environment.
  • Every therapy plan is customized for the group’s needs.
  • We provide key tools to support long-term benefits.
  • Our team offers additional support for mental health challenges.
  • We balance individual growth with improved relationship dynamics.
  • We monitor progress and maintain an ongoing, adaptive process that evolves with you.

Group & Family Counseling FAQs

What happens during a session?

Group or family counseling can take many forms. Depending on your therapy goals, a session can involve:

  • Guided communication role-play
  • Practice reframing complaints from blame-centered to feeling-centered
  • Mapping out conflict
  • Emotional coaching
  • Bonding or trust exercises

Who should consider group or family counseling?

A relationship does not need to be on the brink of collapse to seek group therapy. We always meet clients where they are, adapting therapy approaches to match their needs. Some concerns that are often the starting point for seeking counseling include:

  • Families navigating conflicts, grief, or changes
  • Couples or friends seeking stronger connections
  • Parents managing stress
  • Groups who want to strengthen mutual support
  • Families or friends looking to support loves ones with mental health concerns

How many sessions are usually recommended?

A full program of group or family counseling can be anywhere from a few weeks to more than a year. It all depends on your goals and where you want to be at the end of the process. The goal is always for counseling to be temporary but for the results to last for years.

Can individual sessions also be part of family counseling?

Yes! Counseling and therapy can be very flexible, often blending multiple approaches. Individual therapy can provide further support for a person also participating in group therapy.

Does insurance cover family or group counseling?

Most insurance plans in California include coverage for family therapy. Group counseling coverage depends on the plan, though some do offer coverage. We recommend confirming with your provider to see what is covered and what your out-of-pocket costs might be.

Where do sessions take place?

Group and family counseling tend to work best in a neutral location, which is why having them at our clinic is most common. Certain community settings may also be appropriate in some cases.

Start With an Assessment Today

If you and those closest to you are ready to begin the journey toward stronger, healthier relationships, contact Liberty Behavioral and Community Services today. Our team will schedule a confidential consultation and design a customized group or family counseling plan to support lasting growth and connection.