Girls United- a high school girls group
Teens today face many struggles. Bullying, low self-esteem, drugs, alcohol, sex and dating issues are just a few of the problems our teens face. Teenage girls are particularly prone to episodes of depression and anxiety. This group therapy program will ...
Hosted by Kristen Kurth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Teens today face many struggles. Bullying, low self-esteem, drugs, alcohol, sex and dating issues are just a few of the problems our teens face. Teenage girls are particularly prone to episodes of depression and anxiety. This group therapy program will ...
Quantum Psychotherapy Group
If you’ve tried therapy before but didn’t get the results you wanted, then you are most welcome. Our unique approach blends holistic Eastern practices with evidence-based, Western science to foster powerful change in our clients. You are already whole; we ...
Hosted by Erica Tait
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Northvale, NJ 07647
If you’ve tried therapy before but didn’t get the results you wanted, then you are most welcome. Our unique approach blends holistic Eastern practices with evidence-based, Western science to foster powerful change in our clients. You are already whole; we ...
Psychoeducational Groups
Psychoeducational groups are a form of group therapy that is less focused on developing relationships between clients, and instead, focused on providing education through information-sharing and the development of healthy coping mechanisms. Rather than allowing the group to guide the ...
Hosted by Valley Spring Recovery Center
Treatment Center, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norwood, NJ 07648
Psychoeducational groups are a form of group therapy that is less focused on developing relationships between clients, and instead, focused on providing education through information-sharing and the development of healthy coping mechanisms. Rather than allowing the group to guide the ...
stress recovery group [in formation]
More than 'stress management'; we need to manage ourselves in the face of stressful conditions, and to RECOVER from the stress it creates. Remaining mindful by focusing in the present and learning to disrupt catastrophic thinking patterns and fear or ...
Hosted by Avita Integrative Care LLC.
Psychological Associate, MS, BCB
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fort Lee, NJ 07024
More than 'stress management'; we need to manage ourselves in the face of stressful conditions, and to RECOVER from the stress it creates. Remaining mindful by focusing in the present and learning to disrupt catastrophic thinking patterns and fear or ...
Parenting in the Digital Age
If you are worried about your kids, you're not alone. Parenting in the Digital Age is a challenge! But our kids need us to be confident role models who believe in them, and aren't afraid for (or of) them. This ...
If you are worried about your kids, you're not alone. Parenting in the Digital Age is a challenge! But our kids need us to be confident role models who believe in them, and aren't afraid for (or of) them. This ...
Men's Group, Anxiety/Depression, Substance Use,
I am interested in facilitating psycho-educational groups for individuals with substance use issues, family and loved ones affected by substance use issues, co-occurring Disorders (COD), as well as men's issues. These groups (for the present time) would be offered in ...
Hosted by Michael P Hart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Midland Park, NJ 07432
I am interested in facilitating psycho-educational groups for individuals with substance use issues, family and loved ones affected by substance use issues, co-occurring Disorders (COD), as well as men's issues. These groups (for the present time) would be offered in ...
Healing Connections NJ
Hosted by Christina V D'Amelio
Counselor, MEd, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ramsey, NJ 07446
Help Esteem Counseling Services, LCSW, PLLC
Our practice is designed to offer a comprehensive and holistic approach to mental health offering a wide range of services, including individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and adolescent's therapy. We have a client-centered approach which involves active collaboration between ...
Hosted by Help Esteem Counseling Services Pllc (Sandra Manzueta-Director)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Englewood, NJ 07631
Our practice is designed to offer a comprehensive and holistic approach to mental health offering a wide range of services, including individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and adolescent's therapy. We have a client-centered approach which involves active collaboration between ...
Divorce Prevention, Divorce Adjustment, Adoption
Short term, mutual support groups in various locations in northern New Jersey and New York City area.
Hosted by Debra D Castaldo
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
Short term, mutual support groups in various locations in northern New Jersey and New York City area.
Meditation Skills for Anxiety & Worry. Wait listed
Geared for those with racing thoughts, obsessive worries and anxious feelings. Beginner or intermediate levels. Learn the proper way to sit, breath, focus your mind, empty your thoughts and achieve greater clarity, sense of well being, focus, relaxation, sleep and ...
Geared for those with racing thoughts, obsessive worries and anxious feelings. Beginner or intermediate levels. Learn the proper way to sit, breath, focus your mind, empty your thoughts and achieve greater clarity, sense of well being, focus, relaxation, sleep and ...
Social Skills Group
Many children are struggling with making and keeping friendships because of inappropriate social skills. This group provides children an opportunity to practice and improve friendship skills in a nurturing and supportive environment.
Many children are struggling with making and keeping friendships because of inappropriate social skills. This group provides children an opportunity to practice and improve friendship skills in a nurturing and supportive environment.
Women's Support Group - Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful ...
Hosted by Danielle Carr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Paramus, NJ 07652
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful ...
Women's Support Group - Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful ...
Hosted by Chanel Medina
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Paramus, NJ 07652
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful ...
Mens Sexual Abuse Support Group
Men's Support Group for survivors of sexual violence This weekly 10 - session group will be a forum for male survivors of Sexual Violence to discuss such topics such as trauma, emotions & self esteem, anger, coping mechanisms, relationships and ...
Hosted by Diante Jordan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MEd, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Paramus, NJ 07652
Men's Support Group for survivors of sexual violence This weekly 10 - session group will be a forum for male survivors of Sexual Violence to discuss such topics such as trauma, emotions & self esteem, anger, coping mechanisms, relationships and ...
Binge Eating Disorder - Video
Group focus is on binge eating disorder and is appropriate for people who binge eat and/or eat when they're not hungry.
Hosted by Dr. Valerie Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ramsey, NJ 07446
Group focus is on binge eating disorder and is appropriate for people who binge eat and/or eat when they're not hungry.
Women's Support Group - Survivors of Sexual Abuse
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with women who will believe you and who can relate. Each group ...
Hosted by Courtney Angeles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Paramus, NJ 07652
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with women who will believe you and who can relate. Each group ...
Empower Me Counseling & Consultation Services LLC
Hosted by Kristine Bersch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westwood, NJ 07675
Dating Success: Strategies for Making Dating Fun!
A unique, results-oriented support group that helps you achieve profound strides in your dating life! We identify your strengths and fine-tune those issues that are causing you to stay in the "friend zone." We address flirting, making eye contact and ...
Hosted by Benjamin A Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Teaneck, NJ 07666
A unique, results-oriented support group that helps you achieve profound strides in your dating life! We identify your strengths and fine-tune those issues that are causing you to stay in the "friend zone." We address flirting, making eye contact and ...
Women's Support Group
This group consists of 4-6 women age 18 and up, married, divorced, never married etc. coming together to discuss any and all issues that women are confronted with today Topics are decided by the group and include interpersonal relationships, women's ...
Hosted by Vivian Dwyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Midland Park, NJ 07432
This group consists of 4-6 women age 18 and up, married, divorced, never married etc. coming together to discuss any and all issues that women are confronted with today Topics are decided by the group and include interpersonal relationships, women's ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Bergen County?
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.