More Than One Door: The Secret Strength of Group Therapy Practices

Imagine this: You walk into a therapy office feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, excited, or alone. Life has been heavy, and you’re finally reaching out for help—maybe even for the second or third time. What you may not realize is that the practice you’ve just stepped into—is more than just one therapist behind one door.

It’s a whole community, working together to support you in ways you may not see—but you’ll definitely feel.

That’s the power of a group practice.

Behind the scenes, your therapist isn’t working in isolation. They’re supported by a team of clinicians who consult regularly, share insights, and encourage one another’s growth. This means when your therapist encounters something complex—or wants to consider more angles of your experience—they have trusted colleagues to turn to. You still get the focused care of one therapist, but you benefit from the collective wisdom of many.

Group practices often include professionals with diverse specialties—trauma, addiction, relationships, grief, anxiety, neurodiversity—creating a rich ecosystem of care. This diversity allows for more flexibility and responsiveness to your changing needs. If at any point you or your family could benefit from additional therapy—like couples, family, or parental support—those resources are already within reach. There’s no need to start over elsewhere or get bounced between disconnected providers. 

At Zimmerman Therapy Group (ZTG), we’ve intentionally built a team that reflects a range of backgrounds—genders, ages, identities, and ethnicities—to better understand and support the cultural values and challenges our clients face each day. Our Admin team takes great care to help match clients with appropriate clinicians that can help address their concerns.

This kind of thoughtful structure offers real-world advantages. For example, a parent bringing in a child for therapy might later realize the whole family system could use support. Within a group practice, that transition is much easier. The care remains centered on your needs, your goals, and your growth—all under one roof.

Collaboration for client needs goes beyond referrals. Sometimes the most impactful support happens when therapists consult with one another (with client consent) to better understand intersecting needs. A couple therapist, for instance, might collaborate with a colleague specializing in peripartum depression or neurodivergence, resulting in more integrated, compassionate care. The outcome? Clients feel seen from multiple angles—and supported as whole people.

Group practices also tend to offer shared tools that make the therapy experience smoother: flexible scheduling, telehealth and in-person options, administrative support, and shared resources. That kind of structure reduces burden on clients, so you can focus on what matters most—healing.

And perhaps one of the most meaningful differences? Therapists in group settings are growing all the time. They’re immersed in a culture of accountability, continuing education, and mutual encouragement. They stay curious, sharpen their skills, and stretch their perspectives—so the care you receive is grounded in the most current and compassionate practices available.

What clients often want most is to feel truly seen, understood, and supported. A group practice like ZTG makes that possible in a powerful, holistic way. You may only see one therapist after walking through our door—but behind them is a web of care, working collaboratively on your behalf.

Ciao for now,

David Byers, AMFT 147942

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