Inspiring Wellness
Inspiring Wellness is composed of a collaborative team of Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Mental Health Counselors, Reiki Practitioners and Mindfulness Facilitators. Our mission is to improve the emotional, physical and mental wellness of children, adolescents, young ...
Hosted by Nicole L Coogan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sayville, NY 11782
Inspiring Wellness is composed of a collaborative team of Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Mental Health Counselors, Reiki Practitioners and Mindfulness Facilitators. Our mission is to improve the emotional, physical and mental wellness of children, adolescents, young ...
Alcohol/Substance Evaluation and Screening
OASAS Evaluator/Provider for New York State Impaired Driving Program (IDP) and New York State DMV.
Screening and evaluation for DWI/DWAI's to help clients back their drivers liscence. DS-449
Hosted by Andrew Abrams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Riverhead, NY 11901
OASAS Evaluator/Provider for New York State Impaired Driving Program (IDP) and New York State DMV.
Screening and evaluation for DWI/DWAI's to help clients back their drivers liscence. DS-449
Anger Management Workshop (MAY 2024)
Discover how you can transform anger into positive energy, build healthier relationships, and achieve inner peace. Don’t let anger control you. take charge of your emotions and live a more fulfilling life starting now. Join us on this transformative journey ...
Hosted by Kontos Psychotherapy LCSW PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR, CASAC, BCD, CAMS-II, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Babylon, NY 11704
Discover how you can transform anger into positive energy, build healthier relationships, and achieve inner peace. Don’t let anger control you. take charge of your emotions and live a more fulfilling life starting now. Join us on this transformative journey ...
The Coping Cat: Anxiety Management For Tweens
This Cutting Edge Cognitive Behavior Therapy Group Targets Anxiety Awareness and Self Management for children ages 9-12. This 12 week program will teach children how to identify their own anxiety triggers and will also help them develop person specific coping ...
Hosted by LifeWorks Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Islip, NY 11751
This Cutting Edge Cognitive Behavior Therapy Group Targets Anxiety Awareness and Self Management for children ages 9-12. This 12 week program will teach children how to identify their own anxiety triggers and will also help them develop person specific coping ...
Recovery Virtual Support Group
“Social distancing” doesn’t have to mean “emotional distancing.” Knowing that connections are vital for long-term recovery, these virtual support groups will provide you with an outlet to share concerns with peers and compassionate Mountainside staff. Stay connected and stay on ...
Hosted by Courtney Hulse
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntington, NY 11743
“Social distancing” doesn’t have to mean “emotional distancing.” Knowing that connections are vital for long-term recovery, these virtual support groups will provide you with an outlet to share concerns with peers and compassionate Mountainside staff. Stay connected and stay on ...
Men's Support Group
The support group will be homogeneous and based upon client's emotional struggles. The first session will be devoted to creating a climate of trust by outlining the groups purpose, the rules of engagement, and the importance of confidentiality. Members will ...
Hosted by Stephen M. Guido, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Commack, NY 11725
The support group will be homogeneous and based upon client's emotional struggles. The first session will be devoted to creating a climate of trust by outlining the groups purpose, the rules of engagement, and the importance of confidentiality. Members will ...
Anger Management
The Life Center’s anger management program is a psycho-educational intervention designed to help participants build skills in stress management, interpersonal communication, empathy, conflict resolution, impulse control and emotional intelligence.The skills you will learn will help keep you in the problem ...
Hosted by Barbara K Posillico
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RLCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntington, NY 11743
The Life Center’s anger management program is a psycho-educational intervention designed to help participants build skills in stress management, interpersonal communication, empathy, conflict resolution, impulse control and emotional intelligence.The skills you will learn will help keep you in the problem ...
Parents Embracing Adolescence
This unique group for parents of teenagers focuses on skills and insights to rebuild connection and attunement with your child. Learn methods to gain confidence as parents, by reducing reactivity and increasing mindful presence. This 4 session workshop is meant ...
Hosted by Susan Koenig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Smithtown, NY 11787
This unique group for parents of teenagers focuses on skills and insights to rebuild connection and attunement with your child. Learn methods to gain confidence as parents, by reducing reactivity and increasing mindful presence. This 4 session workshop is meant ...
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.
Recovery Virtual Support Group
“Social distancing” doesn’t have to mean “emotional distancing.” Knowing that connections are vital for long-term recovery, these virtual support groups will provide you with an outlet to share concerns with peers and compassionate Mountainside staff. Stay connected and stay on ...
Hosted by Julia Purcaro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CASAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntington, NY 11743
“Social distancing” doesn’t have to mean “emotional distancing.” Knowing that connections are vital for long-term recovery, these virtual support groups will provide you with an outlet to share concerns with peers and compassionate Mountainside staff. Stay connected and stay on ...
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 ...
Women's Emotional Support for Abuse Survivors
We are committed to building a community of healing where individuals can connect with others who have experienced trauma, share their stories, and find support and validation. This is emotional healing group classes for women who are abuse survivors via ...
Hosted by Narcissistic Abuse And Childhood Trauma Recovery Melissa Meli
Counselor, LMHC, CARC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Babylon, NY 11702
We are committed to building a community of healing where individuals can connect with others who have experienced trauma, share their stories, and find support and validation. This is emotional healing group classes for women who are abuse survivors via ...
Transitioning to college
Are you a recent high school graduate gearing up for the next chapter in your life? Join our psychotherapy group designed specifically for young adults like you who are about to embark on the exciting journey of college life! Supportive ...
Are you a recent high school graduate gearing up for the next chapter in your life? Join our psychotherapy group designed specifically for young adults like you who are about to embark on the exciting journey of college life! Supportive ...
Improv for Teens
Often times teens face the awkwardness of feeling different and unconnected. Through Improv Games and practice they can explore in a safe environment radical self acceptance.
Hosted by Frances T Soto-Valentino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Holbrook, NY 11741
Often times teens face the awkwardness of feeling different and unconnected. Through Improv Games and practice they can explore in a safe environment radical self acceptance.
Teen Group
Group therapy for teens ages 13-16. Some topics of discussion include anxiety, depression, bullying, parent relationships, school pressures, relationships with peers and more.
Hosted by Long Island Mental Health Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Miller Place, NY 11764
Group therapy for teens ages 13-16. Some topics of discussion include anxiety, depression, bullying, parent relationships, school pressures, relationships with peers and more.
Social Art Expression (Teens & PreTeens)
Connect with others as we share our passion for creativity! Skills we are focusing on: Make new friends, accepting criticism and differences, how to work as a group, communicating limits, boundaries in relationships, understanding actions effect others, forgiveness and taking ...
Hosted by Nicole Marchese
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint James, NY 11780
Connect with others as we share our passion for creativity! Skills we are focusing on: Make new friends, accepting criticism and differences, how to work as a group, communicating limits, boundaries in relationships, understanding actions effect others, forgiveness and taking ...
Anxiety Support and Skill Building Group
Group explores feelings, coping strategies and social challenges for teens.
Hosted by Amy Gironda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Miller Place, NY 11764
Group explores feelings, coping strategies and social challenges for teens.
Domestic Violence Group
This 26 session group is approved and recognized by the courts to address men who have issues related to power and control. The groups are interactive and always small.
Hosted by Stress Solutions of New York
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Melville, NY 11747
This 26 session group is approved and recognized by the courts to address men who have issues related to power and control. The groups are interactive and always small.
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 ...
Limitless Counseling
A private practice group where we prioritize your mental well-being with personalized, compassionate care. Our practice is dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey to improved mental health and overall well-being. We believe in a holistic approach to mental health, ...
Hosted by Kristina Scaglione
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Port Jefferson, NY 11777
A private practice group where we prioritize your mental well-being with personalized, compassionate care. Our practice is dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey to improved mental health and overall well-being. We believe in a holistic approach to mental health, ...
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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.