Group Therapy
Healing in Relationship
How Group Therapy Works
Group therapy offers a supportive, collaborative space where clients can connect with others who share similar experiences, identities, or healing goals. In a facilitated environment, group members learn from one another, practice new skills, explore emotions, and build a sense of belonging that’s often hard to find in day-to-day life.
Guided by a trained therapist, group therapy creates a community of understanding, validation, and mutual growth. Whether you’re navigating identity exploration, stress, relationships, mental health challenges, or simply wanting more authentic connection, group therapy provides a grounded place to be seen, heard, and supported.
At Selva, our groups center compassion, consent, cultural humility, and emotional safety-inviting each person to show up at their own pace while benefiting from shared wisdom, diverse perspectives, and collective healing.
Benefits of Group Therapy
Group therapy provides powerful benefits that individual therapy alone cannot match.
Real-World Connections
Unlike individual therapy, group sessions create a living laboratory where you can practice new social skills and receive immediate feedback in a safe environment. You'll develop deeper interpersonal awareness and learn how others perceive you, helping you build stronger relationships both in and outside the group.
Shared Understanding
There's profound comfort in knowing you're not alone in your struggles. Group members often share similar experiences, creating an environment of deep empathy and mutual support. Your challenges become lighter when shared with others who truly understand.
Cost-Effective Treatment
Group therapy typically costs less than individual sessions while offering additional benefits through peer interaction. You'll receive professional guidance and multiple perspectives at a fraction of the cost of one-on-one therapy.
Diverse Perspectives
Each group member brings unique insights and experiences to the table. You'll gain fresh perspectives on your challenges and learn different coping strategies that have worked for others. This collective wisdom enriches your therapeutic journey.
What To Expect
What is a process group?
A process therapy group is a type of group therapy that focuses on what is happening between members in the moment. Instead of following a set plan or learning specific skills, the group pays attention to real-time conversations, feelings, and reactions. Members talk about what comes up for them during the session and explore how they relate to others. By noticing these patterns together, people learn more about themselves, improve how they connect with others, and practice healthier ways of relating in a supportive space.
The Therapist's Role
In a process group, about 4-8 people meet on a regular schedule with a trained therapist. The therapist helps to guide conversations and support members as they interact with each other. Their role is to make sure the group feels emotionally safe while also encouraging honest, real expression. They help members notice and understand their relationship patterns and step in to guide the group when conflicts or tension come up. This helps members build stronger self-awareness and more supportive ways of connecting with others.
Therapeutic Value
The therapeutic value of a process group comes from the connections and insights it creates. Members receive thoughtful feedback from different perspectives and have a safe space to try out new ways of relating to others. They gain a deeper understanding of how their actions and words impact those around them while experiencing support, encouragement, and validation from peers.
Current Groups
ATX 2SLBGTQ+ Process Group
ATX 2SLGBTQ+ Process Group is a welcoming, affirming space for Queer, Trans, and Gender-Diverse Texans to connect, share, and feel truly seen. This group offers a supportive environment to explore identity, process shame with compassion, build resilience in the face of discrimination, and celebrate joy, embodiment, and authenticity. Participants are invited to explore the many layers of 2SLGBTQ+ life in Texas-such as gender identity and expression, relationships and dating, family dynamics, medical transition, visibility, and belonging. Members share stories, offer mutual support, and gain access to community and resources in a space rooted in respect and empowerment. Whether you’re navigating challenges or simply seeking deeper connection, this group is here to help you feel supported, validated, and fully embraced.
Details
Next cohort starting March 9th, 2026
Mondays 6:00pm - 7:30pm (90-minutes)
In-Person at 1621 W 6th Street, Austin, TX, 78703
Facilitated by Emery Rodriguez, MS, LPC-Associate
Supervised by Marissa Rivera, LPC-S
Sex & Love: A Therapeutic Women's Circle
This group is intended to function as a combination of a therapeutic group and a women’s circle, drawing upon the sacred practice of female gathering as well as western/medical therapeutic group therapy interventions. This group is intended to be a space where women connect, share, heal, and build community. Topics discussed will focus on sex, love, and dating in Austin.
Details
Next cohort starting February 3rd, 2026
Tuesdays 6:45pm - 8:15pm (90-minutes)
In-Person at 1621 W 6th Street, Austin, TX, 78703
Facilitated by Monica Rusinowski, MA, LPC-Associate
Supervised by Tammy Fisher, LPC-S, LMFT-S=
Life After 50: A Process Group
A supportive therapeutic process group for adults 50+ to explore the relationships, transitions, and questions that come with this stage of life. Together, we’ll make space for conversations about family and partnership, identity, work and retirement, health and aging, grief and loss, substance use, loneliness, and finding purpose. This is a place to be heard, understood, and supported.
Details
Next cohort starting February 12th, 2026
Thursdays 11am-12:30pm (90-minutes)
In-Person at 1621 W 6th Street, Austin, TX, 78703
Facilitated by Diana Maxwell, LPC
How To Join
Click the button labeled “Schedule a Free Consultation”.
Fill out the interest form and select the name of the group as the service you’re interested in.
We will contact you within 24 business hours with our next available cohort dates.
Schedule a consultation with your group facilitator.
Upon agreement from both parties, attend your first session!
Interested in joining one of our groups? Fill out our interest form and we'll be in touch soon!
Pricing & Policies
Pricing
We use an honor system for our group session rates based on your yearly income. Each group may have different pricing based on the facilitator who runs it. Scholarships, financial aid, and family support are expected to be included when calculating yearly income. If your family member(s) or spouse(s) are paying for services, calculate your rate based on their income. Please be mindful, choosing an accurate rate allows access to care for as many folks as possible.
INCOME-BASED PRICING GUIDE:
Annual Salary / Cost Per Session
< $45,000 = $35 per session
$46,000 - $59,000 = $45 per session
$60,000 - $79,000 = $55 per session
$80,000 - $99,000 = $65 per session
$100,000+ = $75 per session
Importance of Attendance
Showing up consistently to group therapy is important for both you and everyone else in the group. For your own growth, regular attendance helps you build trust with the group, feel safer sharing, and notice patterns in your relationships over time. Missing sessions means missing key moments in your therapy journey and can make it harder to keep the momentum you’ve built toward personal growth.
Attendance also matters for other group members. They rely on your perspective, support, and presence, and your absence can change the group dynamic or make others hesitate to share. When everyone shows up consistently, the group develops trust, safety, and a steady flow that allows everyone to do their best work. Being present helps create a predictable, supportive environment where each member can grow and feel connected.
Attendance Commitment & Payment Policy
In order to maintain the integrity, consistency, and therapeutic benefit of our group therapy program, clients are required to commit to attending all eight (8) consecutive weeks of group therapy upon enrollment with the exception of illness, holidays, or unexpected or emergency events.
Due to the limited number of spots available and the presence of a waitlist, we ask that clients honor their commitment to the full eight-week cycle. When you reserve a place in the group, that spot becomes unavailable to others who may be waiting for care. For this reason, clients will also be responsible for payment of all eight group therapy sessions, regardless of attendance.
We understand that unexpected circumstances may arise. Unfortunately, absences do not reduce the operational costs of running the group, nor can missed sessions be transferred, refunded, or rescheduled unless agreed upon by the group facilitator.
Meet Our Group Therapy Team
Sessions may include guided discussion, sharing, grounding practices, experiential activities, or skill-building. Depending on the group, members may reflect on personal experiences, respond to one another, or explore themes together at a pace that feels comfortable.
Sharing is always optional. You choose what and when you share. Many clients ease into speaking over time as they feel more comfortable and connected to the group.
Most groups include 6-10 participants to ensure enough space for everyone while maintaining a supportive community dynamic. Group size may vary slightly depending on the offering.
Confidentiality is a core part of group therapy. All members agree to keep what's shared in the group private. The therapist also reviews confidentiality guidelines at the start so expectations are clear.
This is extremely common-and group therapy can actually be a helpful place to practice speaking and connecting at your own pace. You're not expected to be outgoing; quiet participation is welcome too.