Group Therapy and Support Groups in Pacific Grove, CA
Clinical Social Work • Pacific Grove, CA
Clinic Type
Clinical Social Work
Address
Group meets in Pacific Grove, CA 93950; some groups in Santa Cruz, CA 95060; Soquel, CA 95073
Phone
+13604014575
Meika.hamisch@gmail.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, insurance coverage for group therapy varies based on factors such as your specific insurance plan, the purpose of the group, your diagnosis, and whether the group provider is in-network. Many insurance plans cover group therapy sessions that address diagnosable mental health conditions, such as substance use disorders, anxiety, or depression. However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye/Google: 1.0/5.0 stars (1 review) (1 review)
- Fresha/Google: 5.0/5.0 stars (Multiple reviews aggregated)
Patients praise
- Positive experiences reported for therapeutic massage and mental well-being support.
- Testimonials noting life-changing improvements in mental health and functioning.
Common complaints
- Reports of unprofessional therapist behavior, including insensitive comments (e.g., calling a client "desperate").
- Serious allegations regarding a facility named "Pacific Grove Hospital" (located in Riverside, CA), involving reports of staff negligence, disregard for patient rights, and poor facility conditions.
"Multiple times she told me I was "desperate" even when I told her I didn't like that. In your exit session she said it again. That comment has stuck with me since I stopped going and I think it's one of those comments that will stick with me thoughout my life."
— Erica Wirth, review for MoonRise Psychology"Pacific Grove Hospital changed my life. I struggled with major depression, severe social anxiety, and a panic disorder for several years, and I had hit rock bottom. I didn't think I would last the year. Coming here was the best decision I could have possibly made."
— Testimonial on Pacific Grove Hospital websiteSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Alliance on Aging expands countywide programs supporting seniors with wellness, enrichment and resources - Salinas Valley Tribune | Gonzales, Soledad, Greenfield CA — Oct 22, 2025
- Monterey Waterfront: New Recovery Center Opens | News | montereycountynow.com — Sep 18, 2025
- September Shared Plate Recipient - Meals on Wheels Monterey Peninsula - Unitarian Universalist Church of the Monterey Peninsula — Sep 3, 2025
- Ocean ~ Front ~ Porch with Marianne — Monterey Bay Meditation Studio | Mindfulness & Compassion — Jul 4, 2026
- People Need People Online Experiences — Monterey Bay Meditation Studio | Mindfulness & Compassion — Dec 8, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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Pacific Grove Hospital is a Riverside, California-based mental health and addiction treatment provider. Key points: - Services: acute psychiatric care for adults, geriatric psychiatric care (older adults 65+), chemical dependency treatment (detox, rehab, counseling, 12-step, continuing care), and outpatient programs (partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient) with tracks for psychiatric care, addiction treatment, and dual diagnosis. - Setting: 68-bed acute psychiatric and chemical dependency hospital on a 4.5-acre campus; treats voluntary patients. - Programs: comprehensive inpatient and outpatient options, including an Older Adult Unit and dual-diagnosis treatment. - Scale: about 49 employees (growth shown YoY); HQ in Riverside with a presence noted in Puerto Rico. - Location: 5900 Brockton Ave, Riverside, CA 92506 (headquarters); 3 offices listed in the United States. If you’re researching mental and behavioral health care options in Riverside or seeking dual diagnosis and outpatient treatment, Pacific Grove Hospital offers a spectrum of psychiatric and addiction services in a single campus.
Pacific Clinics is California’s largest community-based behavioral and mental health provider. A nonprofit founded in 1926 and headquartered in Arcadia, CA, it offers a broad spectrum of services, including behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, prevention and early intervention, family resource support, intensive community-based and neurodevelopmental services, and military/family support programs. The organization emphasizes peer support, rehabilitation, and individualized complex care, with 3 U.S. offices and a presence in Australia. Pacific Clinics currently employs about 938 staff and reports roughly $2.2M in annual revenue. Contact: (626) 254-5000.
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