Curvy Girls Scoliosis Support Groups
Pre-teen and teen peer facilitated scoliosis support group meets monthly to discuss issues related to self-esteem and image, brace wear and surgery.
Hosted by Robin Machson Stoltz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Smithtown, NY 11787
Pre-teen and teen peer facilitated scoliosis support group meets monthly to discuss issues related to self-esteem and image, brace wear and surgery.
New Parent Support Group
Meet with other new parents in a non-judgmental, supportive group setting. Topics include: Your new identity as a mom or dad, Expectations vs. reality, Dealing with sleep-deprivation, Relationship issues with your partner, Self-care, Baby Blues vs. postpartum depression. Space is ...
Hosted by Whitney Steller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Huntington, NY 11743
Meet with other new parents in a non-judgmental, supportive group setting. Topics include: Your new identity as a mom or dad, Expectations vs. reality, Dealing with sleep-deprivation, Relationship issues with your partner, Self-care, Baby Blues vs. postpartum depression. Space is ...
GameMates-build social skills though gaming!
Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to develop your child's social skills? Look no further than GameMates! Our group combines the excitement of gaming with interactive play to foster meaning ful connections and enhance social abilities in ...
Hosted by Lorna Bosak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint James, NY 11780
Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to develop your child's social skills? Look no further than GameMates! Our group combines the excitement of gaming with interactive play to foster meaning ful connections and enhance social abilities in ...
Social Skills ,Parenting
Children and adolescents ages 10-19, who face social anxiety or lack the social awareness to connect successfully with their peers.They meet in age appropriate groups with trained peer mentors, in a home setting to learn and practice the skills as ...
Hosted by Mary Beth Rocchio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LCSW, R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntington, NY 11743
Children and adolescents ages 10-19, who face social anxiety or lack the social awareness to connect successfully with their peers.They meet in age appropriate groups with trained peer mentors, in a home setting to learn and practice the skills as ...
Adolescent Art Therapy Stress Management Group
Managing stress and anxiety can be very difficult for adolescents. Especially in a post pandemic era. Adjusting to he social situations and changes is not easy. Learning how to manage your feelings and not feel overwhelmed can be difficult. This ...
Hosted by Bettina Yanez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Melville, NY 11747
Managing stress and anxiety can be very difficult for adolescents. Especially in a post pandemic era. Adjusting to he social situations and changes is not easy. Learning how to manage your feelings and not feel overwhelmed can be difficult. This ...
Creating Radical Change
Interested in learning how to heal from within? Ready to set a healing foundation in your life for yourself and your family? Ready to learn how to attract the experiences and life you truly deserve and want? This group teaches ...
Hosted by Mary Ozegovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Islip, NY 11730
Interested in learning how to heal from within? Ready to set a healing foundation in your life for yourself and your family? Ready to learn how to attract the experiences and life you truly deserve and want? This group teaches ...
Anger Management
Participants to the anger management group are generally self referred, however some are referred by the court or other treatment programs. This is a 12 week program that includes two segments on stress management, one on domestic violence and one ...
Hosted by Free N Deed/Christian Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, LCSW, RN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntington, NY 11743
Participants to the anger management group are generally self referred, however some are referred by the court or other treatment programs. This is a 12 week program that includes two segments on stress management, one on domestic violence and one ...
Men's Process Group
Men's mental health is a specific focus - this is sometimes overlooked. This group is a place to help you communicate difficulties with like minded peers in a way that is genuine and real. This group will increase awareness through ...
Hosted by Avi Singer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Babylon, NY 11702
Men's mental health is a specific focus - this is sometimes overlooked. This group is a place to help you communicate difficulties with like minded peers in a way that is genuine and real. This group will increase awareness through ...
Separated and Divorced Singles
This warm, supportive group of men and women helps all adults who seek to develop better communication skills and build healthier relationships.
Hosted by Sunrise Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Islip, NY 11730
This warm, supportive group of men and women helps all adults who seek to develop better communication skills and build healthier relationships.
Communicating with My Partner
Are you tired of all the unnecessary bickering, fights, and tension that often arise in relationships? We all long for peace, happiness, and an easygoing atmosphere at home, right? Well, we have a supportive community of couples who are looking ...
Hosted by Prof. Demi Kostouros
Counselor, LMHC, RBT, Lcoach, Couples, ADHD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Stony Brook, NY 11790
Are you tired of all the unnecessary bickering, fights, and tension that often arise in relationships? We all long for peace, happiness, and an easygoing atmosphere at home, right? Well, we have a supportive community of couples who are looking ...
Therapeutic Writing Groups / Poetry Therapy
Using writing and poetry for processing emotions and gaining personal insight has been an established model of healing and growth for centuries known as Bibliotherapy. In these groups we explore poems or song lyrics that relate to topic of concern ...
Hosted by Jennifer Hairston-Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, PC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Babylon, NY 11702
Using writing and poetry for processing emotions and gaining personal insight has been an established model of healing and growth for centuries known as Bibliotherapy. In these groups we explore poems or song lyrics that relate to topic of concern ...
Social Skills Groups -Kidz Helping Kidz
5 weekly groups. Tuesdays- 18+ group 730-830 pm. Wednesday- high school co-ed, 6-7pm, Saturdays- 10:15-11:15pm- high school co-ed, Sunday- 9:15-10:15am co-ed high school and Sunday- 10:30-11:30 middle school co-ed. Group offer kids a safe place to share their lives, help ...
Hosted by Dana Kane-Glickman Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dix Hills, NY 11746
5 weekly groups. Tuesdays- 18+ group 730-830 pm. Wednesday- high school co-ed, 6-7pm, Saturdays- 10:15-11:15pm- high school co-ed, Sunday- 9:15-10:15am co-ed high school and Sunday- 10:30-11:30 middle school co-ed. Group offer kids a safe place to share their lives, help ...
Advanced Counseling Associates
Hosted by Advanced Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bay Shore, NY 11706
Divorcing, Newly Single Adults, Widowed
I have a group for those going through a divorce or separation process and looking for others in similar straits AND for people who are now single and dealing with issues of dating, child care, financial problems, and etc.
Hosted by Michael Z. Jody
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Amagansett, NY 11930
I have a group for those going through a divorce or separation process and looking for others in similar straits AND for people who are now single and dealing with issues of dating, child care, financial problems, and etc.
Long Island Therapy Services LCSW PC
Hosted by Monique Artus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntington, NY 11743
Women's Group
Group process will address relationship issues, specifically ways of thinking about ourselves as we relate to others and how negative thinking can keep us stuck in inappropriate relationships. Goals of the group include gaining insight into faulty thinking and nonproductive ...
Hosted by Judith A. Jordan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Hampton, NY 11937
Group process will address relationship issues, specifically ways of thinking about ourselves as we relate to others and how negative thinking can keep us stuck in inappropriate relationships. Goals of the group include gaining insight into faulty thinking and nonproductive ...
Women's Meditation Group
We use the writing of Eckhart Tolle's "Power of Now" to inspire personal conversation centered on maintaining balance and mindfulness in everyday life.
Hosted by Mary Bromley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Hampton, NY 11937
We use the writing of Eckhart Tolle's "Power of Now" to inspire personal conversation centered on maintaining balance and mindfulness in everyday life.
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Road to Parenthood: A Group for Same Sex Couples
This group was created to help same sex couples navigate the road to parenthood. Determining the best for plan for your unique circumstances while processing the complex emotional, physical and financial considerations can be daunting. This group will provide a ...
Hosted by Dr. Elizabeth Eckhardt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Northport, NY 11731
This group was created to help same sex couples navigate the road to parenthood. Determining the best for plan for your unique circumstances while processing the complex emotional, physical and financial considerations can be daunting. This group will provide a ...
Men's Issues
The focus of the group will be providing a safe place to discuss issues which pertain to wellness of mind, body and spirit. Men often do not express their emotions yet these are e pressed in unhealthy behaviors. The group ...
Hosted by Therapy Is Self Discovery LCSW P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BCCC, BCPC, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Amityville, NY 11701
The focus of the group will be providing a safe place to discuss issues which pertain to wellness of mind, body and spirit. Men often do not express their emotions yet these are e pressed in unhealthy behaviors. The group ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Suffolk 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.