I never understood or believed in group therapy. During inpatient stays the Nurse and Therapist would never say a word and there would be silence for 45 minutes. When you're admitted to the hospital you are at your lowest and most dysfunctional point in your life. I was there to try and find some direction from someone and these "professionals" had zero advice or input. Outpatient group therapy is one big cluster f-, as well. It's a complete waste of time and money if you have a severe mental illness (and meds aren't giving you an ounce of relief).