We provide weekly group mental health support sessions inside of video games to address issues of depression, anxiety, addiction, identity, trauma, neurodivergence, stress, gender/sexuality, relationships, loneliness, etc. Small groups of 5 gamers pseudonymously meet weekly for 80 mins, led by trained facilitators (PsyD, LMFT, LCSW, and LMHC clinicians) with expertise in evidence-based group psychotherapy.
Hero Journey Club (herojourney.club) has 224 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5.
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Website
herojourney.club
Category
Mental Health
Location
San Francisco, California
Listed on Five Star Index
2026
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I've been here for almost a year, and it's been phenomenal. I was a little hesitant at first, due to some trauma with other therapy companies, but this has been so helpful. Rather than trying to tell you you're broken, they provide you with resources to handle what you're already dealing with and how to prevent further stressors. The groups are amazingly set up, and you have plenty of time and ways to cancel paying for a session if you need to skip one. My journey guide has been wonderfully kind and understanding, and has helped me through so much. My overall mood has increased and my anxiety has dropped. Very highly recommend.
PI
Pikachu
A Rare 10/10, Would Recommend
The journey service was exceptional at helping my mental health for a price that was extremely affordable compared to structured therapy, even in a money-tight situation where all one has is a potato computer and maybe a few Discord games to play. It did take a while to process (my wait was about 2-3 months), and the system is a little new still, but for what this service is, it's well worth the rough edges.
Speaking from my experience, my Guide has been nothing but a blessing in the storm, making an effort to be there for the Journeyers, who I also connect with on a deeper level. I learned much about myself here, and I will say as an AuDHD girl that this is great for those who are neurodivergent, or closeted of such, with a special interest in games or creative subjects. It's also very friendly towards LGBTQ+ people, especially in the TQ+ part, as many struggle with issues involving gender identity nowadays, and acceptance is key in this point in time. It's refreshing to see a space where this is casually accommodated for, and not made into a heated argument. Guides will use focused approaches proven to work in therapy for a wide arrange of things, and you'll be matched with one that works best for you from the get-go, and if you don't fit in a group, you can switch without much hassle. In my experience, though, most who join their first group stay, and we grow together. It feels welcoming and much more relaxed than being in an office or on a tense call, which has done wonders for my progress here.
All in all, this is one of the hidden gems of the world, and I would recommend to anyone who needs affordable care.
JA
Jack
The group I'm part of is super…
The group I'm part of is super supportive and friendly, and I feel like it's great to grow with everyone simultaneously. My experience with HJC has been amazing!
AN
anon
More than a Year in and Happy
I’ve been with HJC for more than a year now. It’s gone through /a lot/ of changes. While some may not be my favorite, they have always been people first.
SU
Sunshine
great group therapy environment
It's a great group therapy environment. Small groups, and once a week. We talk about our week positive and negatives and there's extra support in meetings if needed. We set a goal each week to keep us motivated. Overall would recommend.
Response from Hero Journey ClubNov 16, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We value all opinions as they help us improve our service.
We'd love to hear other feedback you have as to how we can improve to meet your expectations.
AL
Alma
What I was looking for
This is just what I was looking for. I graduated individual therapy but I needed something I could routinely go to to just get through the dailies of life. This is exactly what I needed for an affordable price. It took about 2 weeks to get matched with a group and I’m glad they took their time bc I love the group I was matched with! I can’t recommend hero’s journey enough.
CI
Cindy
The facilitation
The facilitation, peer connection, and tangible support is unmatched at Hero's Journey Club - all while playing Animal Crossing!
SI
Sid
Comfortable environment, easy to commit to
Regular therapy isn't for everyone, sometimes the pressure of having to talk to someone on one, or go out to an in-person space can be enough to prevent you from getting the help you need. But this environment is your own home, it's easy to commit to, comfortable, affordable, and you get to make friends while you're at it.