What you're booking

Is support groups what you need?

Support groups offer a space to connect with others who share a concern or experience. Some are peer-led and others have a professional facilitator. They differ from individual therapy in purpose and responsibility.

The shortlist

Best support groups platforms, by what matters to you

Compare options by listed price, recorded experience and practical booking arrangements.

Best overall4.2/5

Safe Stories

Scores 4.2/5, the highest OTI comparison score in this group.

₹1,500 / platform rate · older price · current fee unconfirmedRead review
Best value3.9/5

The Alternative Story

₹710 (platform starting price), below the ₹1,137 average here, and still scores 3.9/5.

Side by side

All 4 platforms compared

Tap any column heading to re-sort. Service-specific prices are used where available; other rates are labelled platform starting prices.

#PlatformOTI scorePriceExperienceServicesLink
14.2/5₹1,500platform rate · older price · current fee unconfirmedNot statedIndividual Therapy, Support GroupsReview
2
The Safe RoomBengaluru
4.2/5₹1,200platform starting priceNot statedIndividual Therapy, Couples Therapy +3Review
34.1/5Contact for pricingprice unavailable14 yrsIndividual Therapy, Couples Therapy +6Review
4
The Alternative StoryBengaluru, Mumbai
3.9/5₹710platform starting price2 yrsIndividual Therapy, Couples Therapy +4Review
Before you book

What to check when choosing support groups

The questions that separate a good fit from an expensive false start. Ask them before the first paid session, not after.

  1. 1

    Who facilitates

    Check whether the group is peer-led or professionally facilitated.

  2. 2

    Expectations

    Ask about meeting frequency, costs, group rules and privacy.

  3. 3

    Additional support

    Find out how the group responds when someone needs more support than it can provide.

What support groups costs in India

This comparison uses published service-specific prices where available and platform starting prices otherwise. Compare the session length, practitioner and ongoing fee. Price alone does not show whether the care will suit you.

Average₹1,137
Lowest₹710Highest₹1,500
1

Safe Stories

Pune Online & Offline
4.2/5
4.2/5OTI score

SafeStories is an option for readers interested in a smaller Pune counselling practice.

Individual TherapySupport Groups
2

The Safe Room

Bengaluru Online
4.2/5
4.2/5OTI score

The Safe Room is a strong choice for trauma-informed, queer-affirmative therapy.

Individual TherapyCouples TherapyFamily Therapy+2 more
3

Namaste Psychology

Pune Online
4.1/5
4.1/5OTI score

Namaste Psychology is a good option for queer-affirmative counselling online or in Pune.

Individual TherapyCouples TherapyFamily Therapy+5 more
4

The Alternative Story

Bengaluru, Mumbai Online & Offline
3.9/5
3.9/5OTI score

The Alternative Story is worth considering if you want therapy that takes your wider circumstances seriously.

Individual TherapyCouples TherapyFamily Therapy+3 more

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FAQ

Support Groups questions

Answers to common booking and comparison questions. Need a correction? Ask us directly.

Which is the best platform for support groups in India?
Safe Stories scores highest here at 4.2/5. This is an overall platform score, not a separate clinical assessment of this service. For a lower listed price, The Alternative Story has the lowest listed rate here at ₹710 (platform starting price).
Where can I compare platforms offering support groups?
Use the comparison table on this page to explore platforms offering support groups. Compare their OTI scores, listed prices and therapist experience, then open a review for more detail.
What does support groups actually involve?
Support groups offer a space to connect with others who share a concern or experience. Some are peer-led and others have a professional facilitator. They differ from individual therapy in purpose and responsibility.