Women's Group
The goals of the group include:
1. Learning to live alone without feeling lonely.
2. Starting life over again as a single person/parent.
3.Learn ing approaches to use with children while informing them their parents are divorcing.
4.. Managing an ongoing relationship with ...
Hosted by Marsha N. Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD, LLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Brunswick, NJ 08902
The goals of the group include:
1. Learning to live alone without feeling lonely.
2. Starting life over again as a single person/parent.
3.Learn ing approaches to use with children while informing them their parents are divorcing.
4.. Managing an ongoing relationship with ...
My Online Therapists
Online and Virtual Therapists providing Psychotherapy Services.
Hosted by Austin Giltus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA, MCA, CPHQ, CCM
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edison, NJ 08820
Online and Virtual Therapists providing Psychotherapy Services.
Youth Intensive Outpatient (8-11 yrs)
Youth ages 8-11 attend this DBT based group as part of the IOP program. (It is not offered outside of IOP) This program is appropriate for youth with behavioral and/or emotional needs, on the autism spectrum, ADHD, school fear/refusal, self ...
Hosted by Innerspace Counseling
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Youth ages 8-11 attend this DBT based group as part of the IOP program. (It is not offered outside of IOP) This program is appropriate for youth with behavioral and/or emotional needs, on the autism spectrum, ADHD, school fear/refusal, self ...
Women of Color
The group consists of women who identify as POC who have experienced trauma as well as macro/microaggressions and are seeking a supportive environment in which they could obtain psycho-education, develop positive relationships, process their experiences, and learn coping skills.
Hosted by Gliceria Pérez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
The group consists of women who identify as POC who have experienced trauma as well as macro/microaggressions and are seeking a supportive environment in which they could obtain psycho-education, develop positive relationships, process their experiences, and learn coping skills.
Adolescent Girls Group (HS)
Topics include: Healthy relationships, self-image, decision-making, family issues, stress/anger management, social media, coping skills.
Hosted by Jacqueline Giordano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Metuchen, NJ 08840
Topics include: Healthy relationships, self-image, decision-making, family issues, stress/anger management, social media, coping skills.
8 Week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Groups
Offered 2 to 3 times per year, the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Groups are modeled after the curriculum developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn at Umass. Participants learn to incorporate mindfulness practices into their daily lives though experiential exercises, guided meditations practiced together ...
Offered 2 to 3 times per year, the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Groups are modeled after the curriculum developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn at Umass. Participants learn to incorporate mindfulness practices into their daily lives though experiential exercises, guided meditations practiced together ...
Teen Girls' Therapy Group
Peer pressure. Doing well in school. Family issues. There are tons of reasons that teenagers feel emotional. This group helps girls realize that they are not alone in their struggles. Participants will learn to communicate their ideas, build trust and ...
Hosted by Center for Therapy and Counseling Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Peer pressure. Doing well in school. Family issues. There are tons of reasons that teenagers feel emotional. This group helps girls realize that they are not alone in their struggles. Participants will learn to communicate their ideas, build trust and ...
Social Anxiety Support Group for Teen Girls
This virtual psychoeducation and process group works on interpersonal skills while exploring topics around social skills, anxiety, self esteem, and values. Group members learn and apply skills targeting social anxiety while connecting to peers who experience similar challenges.
Hosted by Simi Lichtman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
This virtual psychoeducation and process group works on interpersonal skills while exploring topics around social skills, anxiety, self esteem, and values. Group members learn and apply skills targeting social anxiety while connecting to peers who experience similar challenges.
Cancer Support Group
Support Group for people living with cancer and/or their caregivers
Hosted by Stephani Fried, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Support Group for people living with cancer and/or their caregivers
Art Against Bullying
Free Art Therapy groups for children targeted by bullies. Together with Mignolo Arts Center, we will create a safe space that is conducive to art making and discussion for our young participants. Each group will contain between four and six ...
Hosted by Ellis Eisner
Art Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Metuchen, NJ 08840
Free Art Therapy groups for children targeted by bullies. Together with Mignolo Arts Center, we will create a safe space that is conducive to art making and discussion for our young participants. Each group will contain between four and six ...
Rapid Psychotherapy
Hosted by Rapid Psychotherapy and Consulting Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Integrative Therapy Institute of New Jersey
The Integrative Therapy Institute of New Jersey (ITI-NJ) is a group practice in clinical and counseling psychology providing psychotherapy for individuals, families, and relationships. It was co-founded in 2010 by Dr. Thomas Hollenbach and Dr. Edward Callaghan. ITI-NJ operates at ...
Hosted by Integrative Therapy Institute of NJ
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Metuchen, NJ 08840
The Integrative Therapy Institute of New Jersey (ITI-NJ) is a group practice in clinical and counseling psychology providing psychotherapy for individuals, families, and relationships. It was co-founded in 2010 by Dr. Thomas Hollenbach and Dr. Edward Callaghan. ITI-NJ operates at ...
DBT multi-family skills group
The group teaches teens and their parent(s) the following DBT skill modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and walking the middle path. It has a class-like format with handouts, take-home exercises, and experiential activities, but there is no ...
The group teaches teens and their parent(s) the following DBT skill modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and walking the middle path. It has a class-like format with handouts, take-home exercises, and experiential activities, but there is no ...
Women's Support Group
Hosted by Susan Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Middlesex, NJ 08846
Teenage Chrisian Coping GROUP
We hold two groups every other Monday for both Preteens and Teens. It is group created as a safe place to relate to other struggling teens and how they cope with disappointments , fears and struggles. A multi approach is ...
Hosted by Rev. Carrie May Price-Knospe
Pastoral Counselor, MA, Lic, Clinic, Pastor, Counsel
Verified Verified
Group meets in Middlesex, NJ 08846
We hold two groups every other Monday for both Preteens and Teens. It is group created as a safe place to relate to other struggling teens and how they cope with disappointments , fears and struggles. A multi approach is ...
Parenting Skills Group
This group will provide a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment where parents will learn effective parenting techniques, learn to plan for your child’s behavior, learn to be proactive and not reactive and learn to appreciate what you are doing as ...
Hosted by Brittany Freeman Jean-Louis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
This group will provide a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment where parents will learn effective parenting techniques, learn to plan for your child’s behavior, learn to be proactive and not reactive and learn to appreciate what you are doing as ...
Women's Circle
The Women’s Circle Workshop was created to be a safe, supportive, encouraging space to explore, discover and empower women to create and design the life they choose.
Hosted by Embracing Hhr
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Metuchen, NJ 08840
The Women’s Circle Workshop was created to be a safe, supportive, encouraging space to explore, discover and empower women to create and design the life they choose.
Anger Managment
Court appointed or self referred OK
Hosted by Clear Conscience Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, EdD, LPC, LCADC, CAMS-II, CCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in South Plainfield, NJ 07080
Court appointed or self referred OK
LAC/Licensure Supervision
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW COUNSELORS*** Please contact me for more information on cost and times of when supervision meets. I specialize in clinical mental health, school counseling, and substance abuse.
Hosted by Barbara Morcos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW COUNSELORS*** Please contact me for more information on cost and times of when supervision meets. I specialize in clinical mental health, school counseling, and substance abuse.
Integrative Therapy Institute of New Jersey
The Integrative Therapy Institute of New Jersey (ITI-NJ) is a group practice in clinical and counseling psychology providing psychotherapy for individuals, families, and relationships. It was co-founded in 2010 by Dr. Thomas Hollenbach and Dr. Edward Callaghan. ITI-NJ operates at ...
Hosted by Integrative Therapy Institute of NJ
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Metuchen, NJ 08840
The Integrative Therapy Institute of New Jersey (ITI-NJ) is a group practice in clinical and counseling psychology providing psychotherapy for individuals, families, and relationships. It was co-founded in 2010 by Dr. Thomas Hollenbach and Dr. Edward Callaghan. ITI-NJ operates at ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Middlesex 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.