Club 8
Club 8 is a social skills group for teens and young adults ages 13-20. Club 8 is designed to help youth overcome social anxiety, build confidence, develop friendships, gain leadership skills, and enjoy a unique, fun experience each week. Club ...
Hosted by Chauncée Ventura
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Group meets in Plainview, NY 11803
Club 8 is a social skills group for teens and young adults ages 13-20. Club 8 is designed to help youth overcome social anxiety, build confidence, develop friendships, gain leadership skills, and enjoy a unique, fun experience each week. Club ...
Women's Issues
Hosted by Ronne Rabinowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Plainview, NY 11803
Parenting through Pandemic
A support group to work with parents while they navigate the stressors of parenting during a pandemic. The group will meet virtually once a week for 60 minutes. Participants will be encouraged to share their experiences managing their role as ...
Hosted by Cathy Lucas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lynbrook, NY 11563
A support group to work with parents while they navigate the stressors of parenting during a pandemic. The group will meet virtually once a week for 60 minutes. Participants will be encouraged to share their experiences managing their role as ...
Coping with Covid
This pandemic has had a profound impact on our day to day lives. For some, it has triggered feelings of loneliness and isolation, and exacerbated underlying anxiety and depression. I will organize groups based on age, and the nature of ...
This pandemic has had a profound impact on our day to day lives. For some, it has triggered feelings of loneliness and isolation, and exacerbated underlying anxiety and depression. I will organize groups based on age, and the nature of ...
Rockland County Counseling
Rockland County Counseling is the woman minority owned group practice operated by Elena. Elena supports the therapists in this practice weekly by promoting multidisciplinary efforts offering an increase in insight and oversight of the clients we serve. This modality allows ...
Hosted by Rockland County Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westbury, NY 11590
Rockland County Counseling is the woman minority owned group practice operated by Elena. Elena supports the therapists in this practice weekly by promoting multidisciplinary efforts offering an increase in insight and oversight of the clients we serve. This modality allows ...
DBT teen and adult
Hosted by Counseling For You Long Island
Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Merrick, NY 11566
Girl Talk Group
A safe place for girls ages 13 - 17, who struggles with social anxiety, relationships, body image, self-esteem, and intense shyness. (Most insurance accepted) * Please note, clients are not required to be attending individual therapy at Nassau Psychology, PC ...
Hosted by Kayla Allbright At Nassau Psychology Pc
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville Centre, NY 11570
A safe place for girls ages 13 - 17, who struggles with social anxiety, relationships, body image, self-esteem, and intense shyness. (Most insurance accepted) * Please note, clients are not required to be attending individual therapy at Nassau Psychology, PC ...
Thrive: Teen Skills Group (not currently running)
An evidence-based ACT approach to managing emotions, connecting with others, being true to yourself, achieving goals and practicing mindfulness.
An evidence-based ACT approach to managing emotions, connecting with others, being true to yourself, achieving goals and practicing mindfulness.
Surviving the Pre-School Years
A virtual educational support group for parents navigating this engaging (yet often tricky) phase of. The goal of this group is to provide parents with a place to discuss their experiences, learn more about this developmental phase, develop some tools ...
Hosted by Jacqueline Cahalan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville Centre, NY 11570
A virtual educational support group for parents navigating this engaging (yet often tricky) phase of. The goal of this group is to provide parents with a place to discuss their experiences, learn more about this developmental phase, develop some tools ...
Anger Management Workshop
Due to COVID restrictions, only telehealth individual sessions are being offered at this time.
Our workshop consists of 7 sessions in addition to an initial intake session -court-mandates are welcomed. Certificate of completion available. Sessions include topics such as ...
Hosted by D. Lani McElgun
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Garden City, NY 11530
Due to COVID restrictions, only telehealth individual sessions are being offered at this time.
Our workshop consists of 7 sessions in addition to an initial intake session -court-mandates are welcomed. Certificate of completion available. Sessions include topics such as ...
Trying to Conceive support group for women
We grow up thinking that it will be easy to start a family. You do everything you should and get your life in order. Then it comes time to grow your family. The months start passing by and nothing. It ...
We grow up thinking that it will be easy to start a family. You do everything you should and get your life in order. Then it comes time to grow your family. The months start passing by and nothing. It ...
Women's Empowerment, Teen Talk, School and you
Open to different ages and when more participants are interested there will be more info provided to get involved.
Hosted by Jessica Fox
Art Therapist, MA, ATR, BC, LCAT, MSEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Great Neck, NY 11021
Open to different ages and when more participants are interested there will be more info provided to get involved.
Indigo Dove LCSW Therapy Wellness, P.C.
Hosted by Matthias George
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSc, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Baldwin, NY 11510
The Adolescent Parent Support Group
Support group for parents of adolescence. Explore topics such as improving communication with your child, empowering vs. enabling your child, limit setting, family roles, having a child in treatment, recognizing and dealing with signs and symptoms of alcohol and substance ...
Hosted by Nicole Ann Vivona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oceanside, NY 11572
Support group for parents of adolescence. Explore topics such as improving communication with your child, empowering vs. enabling your child, limit setting, family roles, having a child in treatment, recognizing and dealing with signs and symptoms of alcohol and substance ...
Inspiring Wellness, PLLC
Inspiring Wellness is composed of a collaborative team of Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Mental Health Counselors, Trauma-Based Therapists, EMDR Therapists, Reiki Practitioners and Mindfulness Facilitators. Our mission is to improve the emotional, physical and mental wellness ...
Hosted by Megan DioGuardi
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Garden City, NY 11530
Inspiring Wellness is composed of a collaborative team of Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Mental Health Counselors, Trauma-Based Therapists, EMDR Therapists, Reiki Practitioners and Mindfulness Facilitators. Our mission is to improve the emotional, physical and mental wellness ...
Premarital Check In-Sunday July 28, 2019
Engaged couples will learn tools to communicate tools and create safety. Limited spots available. Pre-registration required.
Hosted by Chana Pfeifer-Sytner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CIT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Garden City, NY 11530
Engaged couples will learn tools to communicate tools and create safety. Limited spots available. Pre-registration required.
Maternity Leave Group
Are you a new mom looking to connect to other new moms and share your experiences and struggles with others? Come connect with others like you in a safe and supportive environment. I lead my groups with a focus on ...
Hosted by Alexis Kahoud
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Great Neck Plaza, NY 11021
Are you a new mom looking to connect to other new moms and share your experiences and struggles with others? Come connect with others like you in a safe and supportive environment. I lead my groups with a focus on ...
Mindfulness Skills Training
In this group you will learn skills that will provide you with an improved ability to communicate with others, tolerate distress, and regulate your emotions in a mindful way.
Hosted by Janice Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Garden City, NY 11530
In this group you will learn skills that will provide you with an improved ability to communicate with others, tolerate distress, and regulate your emotions in a mindful way.
LGBT + Anxiety (not currently running)
A group for adults who identify as LGBTQ+ who suffer from anxiety. A safe place to build community, gain support and learn coping skills. Meets Thursdays at 6pm via Zoom
Hosted by Amanda Pagano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Garden City, NY 11530
A group for adults who identify as LGBTQ+ who suffer from anxiety. A safe place to build community, gain support and learn coping skills. Meets Thursdays at 6pm via Zoom
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Nassau 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.