Olive Branch Therapy Group
Hosted by Noreen Iqbal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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 ...
Self-Care Circuit Breaker
This group is designed as a circuit that "pulls the plug on stress." Each exercise can be done for 1-10 minutes depending on the exercise and you. Some of the exercises we do include laughter yoga, rib breathing for anxiety, ...
Hosted by Insight Counseling and Care
PhD, MA, LPC, NCC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
This group is designed as a circuit that "pulls the plug on stress." Each exercise can be done for 1-10 minutes depending on the exercise and you. Some of the exercises we do include laughter yoga, rib breathing for anxiety, ...
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.
Therapy Group
Video: http://vimeo.com/38248612 . My therapy group provides an opportunity to get sensitive but direct feedback. There are very few other settings where you can get that kind of help. Group members support one another by striving for openness and honesty. ...
Hosted by Jeffrey Axelbank
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
Video: http://vimeo.com/38248612 . My therapy group provides an opportunity to get sensitive but direct feedback. There are very few other settings where you can get that kind of help. Group members support one another by striving for openness and honesty. ...
Social and Emotional Skills Group for Teens
Social and Emotional Skills Group for adolescents trying to succeed in a social environment. Helpful for kids who are struggling with mild asperges/spectrum disorder, social awkwardness, low self esteem. Great for building self confidence and improving ones social networking cababilities. ...
Hosted by Larry Fisch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
Social and Emotional Skills Group for adolescents trying to succeed in a social environment. Helpful for kids who are struggling with mild asperges/spectrum disorder, social awkwardness, low self esteem. Great for building self confidence and improving ones social networking cababilities. ...
Interracial Relationship Challenges
This group is for individual women who are in interracial relationships (dating/living together or married). The goal is to provide support to individuals who are dealing with challenges related to dating/being married to someone who is outside of their race, ...
Hosted by Breann D'Alessandro Kamara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
This group is for individual women who are in interracial relationships (dating/living together or married). The goal is to provide support to individuals who are dealing with challenges related to dating/being married to someone who is outside of their race, ...
Teen Girls' Group
New group for teenage girls, beginning Fall 2023. Do you know any high school girls who could benefit from group therapy? In this group they can meet other girls who may have similar struggles, like anxiety, frequent sadness, few or ...
Hosted by Alissa Feldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Metuchen, NJ 08840
New group for teenage girls, beginning Fall 2023. Do you know any high school girls who could benefit from group therapy? In this group they can meet other girls who may have similar struggles, like anxiety, frequent sadness, few or ...
Boys to Men
This group is dedicated to adolescent males between the ages of 13-17 years old. Facilitated by a male therapist, this group aims to add peer and clinical support to males as they face challenges in school, community and also at ...
Hosted by Dr. Suzette M Fagan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Piscataway, NJ 08854
This group is dedicated to adolescent males between the ages of 13-17 years old. Facilitated by a male therapist, this group aims to add peer and clinical support to males as they face challenges in school, community and also at ...
FREE Masterclass 'How To Stop Feeling Anxious'
Anxiety hijacks lives. It limits where we go, what we do, and how we live. But, it doesn’t have to be this way. We have choices about whether worry, overwhelm, stress, and anxiety dominate our lives. Learn the three keys ...
Hosted by Dr. Julia King
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA, RYT 200
Verified Verified
Group meets in Monroe, NJ 08831
Anxiety hijacks lives. It limits where we go, what we do, and how we live. But, it doesn’t have to be this way. We have choices about whether worry, overwhelm, stress, and anxiety dominate our lives. Learn the three keys ...
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.
Wellness and Pain Management
Peer interactive and support. Spirituality and processing belief systems. Using collective activities to enhance wellness. Group support and relaxation. Hypnotherapeutic relaxation
Hosted by Psychotherapy; Addiction; Psychological Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, LPC, CRS, FAPA
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Brunswick, NJ 08902
Peer interactive and support. Spirituality and processing belief systems. Using collective activities to enhance wellness. Group support and relaxation. Hypnotherapeutic relaxation
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
Nurtured Heart Approach Groups are available.
Hosted by Judy V. Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, ACSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
Care First Medical Group
Care First Medical Group is a personalized outpatient clinic, specializing in innovative, evidence-based medical treatment for mental illness, chronic pain and drug and alcohol addiction. Our caring and compassionate team of medical professionals work together to resolve problems that other ...
Hosted by Care First Medical Group LLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Care First Medical Group is a personalized outpatient clinic, specializing in innovative, evidence-based medical treatment for mental illness, chronic pain and drug and alcohol addiction. Our caring and compassionate team of medical professionals work together to resolve problems that other ...
Integrative Therapy Institute of NJ
The Integrative Therapy Institute of New Jersey (ITI-NJ) is a group practice in clinical and counseling psychology that provides psychotherapy for individuals, families, and couples. It was co-founded in 2010 by Dr. Thomas Hollenbach and Dr. Edward Callaghan. ITI-NJ operates ...
The Integrative Therapy Institute of New Jersey (ITI-NJ) is a group practice in clinical and counseling psychology that provides psychotherapy for individuals, families, and couples. It was co-founded in 2010 by Dr. Thomas Hollenbach and Dr. Edward Callaghan. ITI-NJ operates ...
Interpersonal Psychotherapy Group
Hosted by David N Panzer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
Anger Management
We offer a 15-week Anger Management group that meets the requirements of the courts. This group is for working, non-addicted adults. At the end of the course clients will receive a certificate of completion. At present, this group meets every ...
Hosted by Be Well Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in South Plainfield, NJ 07080
We offer a 15-week Anger Management group that meets the requirements of the courts. This group is for working, non-addicted adults. At the end of the course clients will receive a certificate of completion. At present, this group meets every ...
Supervision (Toward LCSW + Beyond)
I am a Certified Supervisor (NASW) for LSW to LCSW. Minimum two participants, Maximum 6. 6 session commitment. Longer term involvement for lasting growth, mutual support and learning, as well as development of your unique expertise with my guidance.
Hosted by Ruth Goldsmith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, (EMDR, EFcT, KAP)
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
I am a Certified Supervisor (NASW) for LSW to LCSW. Minimum two participants, Maximum 6. 6 session commitment. Longer term involvement for lasting growth, mutual support and learning, as well as development of your unique expertise with my guidance.
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.
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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.