Support Groups in Clark, NJ
Emotional Eating
This emotional Support group focuses on healthy, mindful eating without shame or guilt. Contact us today to get support!
Hosted by Great Joy Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MPA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clark, NJ 07066
This emotional Support group focuses on healthy, mindful eating without shame or guilt. Contact us today to get support!
Co-occuring Diagnoses
Hosted by Great Joy Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MPA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clark, NJ 07066
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Emotional Eating
This emotional Support group focuses on healthy, mindful eating without shame or guilt. Contact us today to get support!
Hosted by Great Joy Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MPA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clark, NJ 07066
This emotional Support group focuses on healthy, mindful eating without shame or guilt. Contact us today to get support!
Co-occuring Diagnoses
Hosted by Great Joy Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MPA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clark, NJ 07066
Mindfulness Meditation Coaching
8-week Mindfulness Meditation coaching (individual, group, telephone or online formats). Learn one of the most powerful techniques to manage stress and promote health and wellness. You will learn how to properly practice mindfulness meditation, understand how to regulate your attention, ...
Hosted by Francine Silver, PH.D.
Psychologist, PhD, SAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westfield, NJ 07090
8-week Mindfulness Meditation coaching (individual, group, telephone or online formats). Learn one of the most powerful techniques to manage stress and promote health and wellness. You will learn how to properly practice mindfulness meditation, understand how to regulate your attention, ...
Premarital Couples Group
"How did you know she/he/they were the 'one'?" This seems to be the most common question we pose to married people...which usually yields the less than revealing answer "I just knew". This group will help you answer that question more ...
Hosted by Dana Galante
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fanwood, NJ 07023
"How did you know she/he/they were the 'one'?" This seems to be the most common question we pose to married people...which usually yields the less than revealing answer "I just knew". This group will help you answer that question more ...
Parenting your child on the spectrum
Parenting children who do not fit the mold preferred by schools, commercial spaces, and even extended families, can be daunting. No wonder parents feel isolated, exhausted, even despaired. This group will provide support, psycho-education, understanding and safety to parents of ...
Hosted by Lila Redmount
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westfield, NJ 07090
Parenting children who do not fit the mold preferred by schools, commercial spaces, and even extended families, can be daunting. No wonder parents feel isolated, exhausted, even despaired. This group will provide support, psycho-education, understanding and safety to parents of ...
Relational Process
Hosted by Evaluation and Care, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Springfield, NJ 07081
"Being a Girl" for Middle School Girls
Katherine from Peace of Mind Counseling and Wellness Center will be holding a group for middle school girls that would like to work on their socialization and self-esteem. Through the use of Sandplay Therapy & Group Dynamics groups will focus ...
Hosted by Kristina Silvestry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, ACS, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Katherine from Peace of Mind Counseling and Wellness Center will be holding a group for middle school girls that would like to work on their socialization and self-esteem. Through the use of Sandplay Therapy & Group Dynamics groups will focus ...
Grief Counseling
Hosted by Tara Colandrea
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, SAC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westfield, NJ 07090
Fear of Flying Workshops
Dr. Pete, the CWC, along with pilot Julian Alarcon offer workshops for those with the fear of flying. Contact for more information whether in a group or private setting. We offer these workshops between all office and airport locations.
Hosted by The CWC & Dr. Pete
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Springfield, NJ 07081
Dr. Pete, the CWC, along with pilot Julian Alarcon offer workshops for those with the fear of flying. Contact for more information whether in a group or private setting. We offer these workshops between all office and airport locations.
Yoga Group Therapy
Survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault engage in a trauma focused yoga class and a process group at the conclusion.
Hosted by Peace of Mind Counseling and Wellness Center
Treatment Center, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault engage in a trauma focused yoga class and a process group at the conclusion.
Multi-family Skills Training Groups
Decrease dangerous & high risk teen behaviors; develop clear strategies that support effective parenting when managing family crises; decrease therapy-interfering behaviors; foster adaptive coping skills for managing stressful family demands, difficult relationships, academic pressures and other stressful life events; create ...
Hosted by Rachel Gingold
Psychologist, PhD,, C-PD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Summit, NJ 07901
Decrease dangerous & high risk teen behaviors; develop clear strategies that support effective parenting when managing family crises; decrease therapy-interfering behaviors; foster adaptive coping skills for managing stressful family demands, difficult relationships, academic pressures and other stressful life events; create ...
Adult mother and daughter issues.
Hosted by Carolyn Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Groups
As a separate "educational program," I teach Jon-Kabat-Zinn's highly empirically validated eight week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program twice a year--in Summit and Edison, NJ. The curriculum offers practical instruction in learning new ways to relate directly to whatever is happening ...
Hosted by Diane Handlin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Summit, NJ 07901
As a separate "educational program," I teach Jon-Kabat-Zinn's highly empirically validated eight week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program twice a year--in Summit and Edison, NJ. The curriculum offers practical instruction in learning new ways to relate directly to whatever is happening ...
Empowering moms
Christian Women's fellowship and empowerment group.
Hosted by Jessica Furino
Pastoral Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fanwood, NJ 07023
Christian Women's fellowship and empowerment group.
Adult and adolescent out-patient substance abuse
My focus upon substance abuse during clinical training is the springboard to the development of Ascent Counseling substance abuse outpatient services for adults and adolescents. The psychodynamic progressive nature of my practice is unique for substance abuse services while maintaining ...
Hosted by James M Chitty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westfield, NJ 07090
My focus upon substance abuse during clinical training is the springboard to the development of Ascent Counseling substance abuse outpatient services for adults and adolescents. The psychodynamic progressive nature of my practice is unique for substance abuse services while maintaining ...
Dementia support
Hosted by Evaluation and Care, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Springfield, NJ 07081
Chronic illness
Hosted by Evaluation and Care, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Springfield, NJ 07081
Addiction Recovery Group
The group is jointly led by Jeffrey S. Kahn, Ph.D. and by Alison Johnson, Psy.D., both licensed psychologists who have specialized for many years in the field of addiction treatment and recovery. The members provide a support system for one ...
Hosted by Summit Psychological Services PA
Psychologist, PhD, CGP, DABPS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Summit, NJ 07901
The group is jointly led by Jeffrey S. Kahn, Ph.D. and by Alison Johnson, Psy.D., both licensed psychologists who have specialized for many years in the field of addiction treatment and recovery. The members provide a support system for one ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Clark?
Search for nearby support groups by inputting your city, zip code, or the name of the group into the search bar. From there, you can filter to find a group that suits your needs, whether you are looking for support for a teenager, a group that focuses on a specific issue, such as depression, or a particular program type, such as one geared toward developing social skills. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
How does group therapy work?
Therapy groups are led by one or more therapists and serve to help people process their experiences and learn from others who understand their challenges firsthand. They can be based on a specific issue, such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, and caregiving. They can involve a specific type of program or therapy, such as a social skills group or CBT group. They can also be specific to a particular population or community, such as teens or LGBTQ.
Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Support groups help connect people with shared challenges or physical and mental health conditions. In a group setting, participants can receive support and feedback from peers and can acquire new skills, strategies and perspectives by listening to one another. Discussing your experience with someone who also has a cancer diagnosis, or whose son also struggles with addiction, for example, can help you feel less alone, reduce distress, find empathy and connection, and learn practical or medical information that has helped others. Group therapy can also be a more affordable option than individual therapy and just as effective.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
Support groups can be deeply valuable for both emotional support and/or treatment outcomes. It’s difficult to make a blanket statement on efficacy due to the many different types of support groups and conditions treated, but group therapy has been found to be just as effective as individual therapy in establishing long-term abstinence for conditions such as substance abuse, addiction and alcohol abuse.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group counseling is typically less expensive than individual counseling, with each session costing on average between $60 to $75. Meanwhile, individual therapy sessions can run anywhere from $100 to $200 and up, even after insurance. It is possible to find low-cost group therapy options and many therapists offer group sessions free of charge.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, many insurance companies do offer coverage for group therapy sessions. However, the coverage varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider. Individuals are encouraged to check with their insurance providers to verify coverage.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of a support group session is often one hour but can fall anywhere between 45 minutes and two hours. The amount of time that people remain in a support group varies based on their specific needs and goals and the type of therapy. Some individuals may seek a shorter-term group, such as a bereavement group, that may last between six and 20 weeks. Some may seek a longer-term group that lasts for a year or indefinitely.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups have many benefits, but there are a few limitations as well. Support groups do not constitute formal therapeutic or medical treatment, and are not run by licensed mental health professionals, so some people may opt for group therapy or individual therapy instead. Additionally, support groups can depend on the other participants, so a disruptive individual has the potential to mar the group dynamic, and the anecdotal information shared may sometimes be unhelpful or inaccurate. Because it is a group setting, confidentiality can be more difficult to guard and participants receive less personalized attention than they would in an individual therapy session.