What Is Group Therapy

What Is Group Therapy?

Group therapy brings together individuals recovering from eating disorders to share experiences, challenges, and successes in a supportive setting. Guided by a licensed therapist, group therapy sessions provide accountability, encouragement, and practical coping strategies.

Group therapy helps reduce isolation — a common struggle for those with eating disorders — by fostering connection and reminding clients they are not alone in their recovery journey.

At Virtue Recovery, group therapy is integrated with individual therapy, family therapy, nutritional counseling, and holistic care for a complete treatment experience.

5 Benefits of Group Therapy for Eating Disorders

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Shared Understanding

Clients connect with others who truly understand their struggles. This shared experience creates validation and reduces feelings of isolation.

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Reduced Isolation

Group therapy combats loneliness and shame by fostering belonging. Being part of a supportive community helps clients feel less alone in their journey.

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Peer Support & Encouragement

Clients learn from one another’s experiences and celebrate progress together. Encouragement from peers builds hope and motivation to keep moving forward.

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Skill-Building in a Safe Space

Clients practice coping strategies, communication, and relapse prevention tools in a nonjudgmental environment. This safe setting encourages experimentation and growth.

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Improved Accountability

Group members provide mutual motivation to stay on track with recovery goals. The accountability of the group helps reinforce consistency and commitment.

Do I Have an Eating Disorder?

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How Group Therapy Works at Virtue Recovery

  • CBT- and DBT-Based Groups
    These groups focus on reframing distorted thoughts and developing healthier perspectives around food and body image. Clients also learn practical coping strategies to manage triggers and stress.

  • Body Image Groups
    Sessions address distorted self-image and support clients in building self-esteem. Through shared discussion, clients learn to challenge negative beliefs and foster body acceptance.

  • Meal Support Groups
    Clients receive encouragement and guidance during mealtimes in a safe, supportive setting. These groups help reduce anxiety while practicing balanced eating habits.

  • Process Groups
    Open discussions allow clients to share personal experiences and challenges in recovery. Listening and offering feedback builds trust and a sense of community.

  • Relapse Prevention Groups
    These groups focus on long-term recovery by identifying triggers and creating relapse prevention plans. Clients gain tools and strategies that support ongoing progress.

  • Skills-Building Groups
    Clients practice communication, emotional regulation, and problem-solving in a supportive group setting. These skills strengthen resilience and empower clients for lasting recovery.

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Luxury Treatment and Group Therapy

Virtue Recovery provides group therapy in a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment. With small, guided groups and luxury accommodations, clients benefit from meaningful peer connection in a setting designed to promote trust and healing.

Alongside group support, clients enjoy chef-prepared meals, holistic amenities, and individualized care to ensure comfort throughout recovery. This blend of evidence-based group therapy and luxury treatment allows clients to focus fully on building lasting skills and resilience.

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Our Las Vegas Luxury Inpatient Eating Disorder Treatment Center

In our inpatient program, clients participate in daily group therapy alongside individual counseling and nutritional support. This immersive approach allows clients to build strong peer relationships while focusing fully on recovery.

Name: Virtue Recovery Las Vegas

Address: 9230 Corbett St, Las Vegas, NV 89149

Phone Number: (702) 996-5973

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Our Las Vegas Outpatient Eating Disorder Treatment Center

Our outpatient program includes structured group therapy sessions designed to provide ongoing support and accountability.

Name: Virtue Recovery Las Vegas Outpatient

Address: 2585 Montessouri St # 100, Las Vegas, NV 89117

Phone Number: (702) 996-5973

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Our Las Vegas Adolescent / Teen Inpatient Eating Disorder Treatment Center

Teens benefit significantly from group therapy, as peer connection reduces feelings of isolation and fosters mutual encouragement. Our Adolescent Inpatient Program integrates group therapy into daily treatment.

Name: Silver State Adolescent Treatment

Address: 8225 W Robindale Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89113

Phone Number: (725) 777-1440

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Frequently Asked Questions

It provides connection, reduces isolation, and helps clients practice coping skills in a safe and supportive environment.

While not the only form of therapy, group therapy is highly effective and commonly integrated into inpatient and outpatient programs.

Many clients feel nervous at first, but group therapy provides a supportive environment where no one is forced to share until they feel ready.

Yes. Teens often connect deeply with peers in group therapy, which helps them feel less alone in their struggles.

Glossary of Terms for Group Therapy Treatment

Counseling in a peer group led by a licensed therapist.

A group where participants openly share experiences and emotions.

Therapy focused on reframing thoughts and behaviors, often used in groups.

Therapy focused on emotional regulation, mindfulness, and coping skills.

Guided group sessions during or around mealtimes.

Sessions designed to prevent recurrence of disordered behaviors.

Encouragement and motivation shared between clients in recovery.

Eating Disorder Therapies

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT helps clients identify and reframe negative thought patterns that lead to disordered eating behaviors.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

DBT equips individuals with skills in emotional regulation, mindfulness, and distress tolerance to reduce self-destructive eating behaviors.

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

MI fosters intrinsic motivation for recovery by helping clients resolve ambivalence and set meaningful goals.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

ACT guides clients to accept difficult emotions while taking committed actions aligned with their values and recovery.

Family-Based Therapy (FBT)

FBT empowers families, particularly for adolescents, to take an active role in restoring healthy eating and supporting long-term recovery.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)

IPT addresses how relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions contribute to eating disorders and promotes healthier social functioning.

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

ERP reduces food-related anxiety by helping clients gradually confront feared foods and break avoidance patterns.

Meal Support Therapy

Structured mealtime support provides a safe environment to help clients relearn normal eating patterns and reduce food-related fear.

Nutritional Counseling

Licensed dietitians work closely with clients to develop balanced, individualized meal plans and restore healthy nutritional habits.

Group Therapy

Group therapy fosters peer support, shared healing, and community connection throughout the recovery journey.

Art Therapy

Art therapy offers a nonverbal outlet for exploring emotions, trauma, and body image issues through creative expression.

Music Therapy

Music therapy engages clients in healing through sound, rhythm, and songwriting to promote emotional release and relaxation.

Meditation Therapy

Meditation therapy promotes mindfulness, self-awareness, and inner calm, helping clients manage anxiety and stay grounded.

Yoga Therapy

Yoga therapy enhances body awareness, self-acceptance, and emotional balance through movement, breathwork, and mindfulness.

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