Support Groups in Clark, NJ
Emotional Eating
This emotional Support group focuses on healthy, mindful eating without shame or guilt. Contact us today to get support!
Hosted by Great Joy Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MPA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clark, NJ 07066
This emotional Support group focuses on healthy, mindful eating without shame or guilt. Contact us today to get support!
Co-occuring Diagnoses
Hosted by Great Joy Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MPA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clark, NJ 07066
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Emotional Eating
This emotional Support group focuses on healthy, mindful eating without shame or guilt. Contact us today to get support!
Hosted by Great Joy Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MPA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clark, NJ 07066
This emotional Support group focuses on healthy, mindful eating without shame or guilt. Contact us today to get support!
Co-occuring Diagnoses
Hosted by Great Joy Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MPA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clark, NJ 07066
Adult and adolescent out-patient substance abuse
My focus upon substance abuse during clinical training is the springboard to the development of Ascent Counseling substance abuse outpatient services for adults and adolescents. The psychodynamic progressive nature of my practice is unique for substance abuse services while maintaining ...
Hosted by James M Chitty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westfield, NJ 07090
My focus upon substance abuse during clinical training is the springboard to the development of Ascent Counseling substance abuse outpatient services for adults and adolescents. The psychodynamic progressive nature of my practice is unique for substance abuse services while maintaining ...
Round Table Groups for Middle School Girls
Sharing, connecting, learning, mutual support has power. Do you know a middle schooler who could use some help managing distress, time or relationships? These small social groups provide an awesome opportunity to learn real strategies. Working together, supporting each other ...
Hosted by Meryl Pfeiffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PD, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Summit, NJ 07901
Sharing, connecting, learning, mutual support has power. Do you know a middle schooler who could use some help managing distress, time or relationships? These small social groups provide an awesome opportunity to learn real strategies. Working together, supporting each other ...
Grupo de Agresividad y Mal Conducta
Este grupo se especialisa en ayudar a los miembros a desminuir el comportamiento de Agresividad, Ira y mal Conducta. Los Miembros tendran que reliazar activitividades y tareas de exposicion en conductas mal abutuadas. El grupo se Reune un Dia a ...
Hosted by Miguel A Matos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, ACS, MFT, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elizabeth, NJ 07201
Este grupo se especialisa en ayudar a los miembros a desminuir el comportamiento de Agresividad, Ira y mal Conducta. Los Miembros tendran que reliazar activitividades y tareas de exposicion en conductas mal abutuadas. El grupo se Reune un Dia a ...
Girl Power: I am because we are
Dynamic virtual group for teen girls aged 15-18 geared towards the Black and BIPOC population. Start date 1/26/21.
Hosted by E. Katherine Omoifo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Dynamic virtual group for teen girls aged 15-18 geared towards the Black and BIPOC population. Start date 1/26/21.
Multi-family Skills Training Groups
Decrease dangerous & high risk teen behaviors; develop clear strategies that support effective parenting when managing family crises; decrease therapy-interfering behaviors; foster adaptive coping skills for managing stressful family demands, difficult relationships, academic pressures and other stressful life events; create ...
Hosted by Rachel Gingold
Psychologist, PhD,, C-PD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Summit, NJ 07901
Decrease dangerous & high risk teen behaviors; develop clear strategies that support effective parenting when managing family crises; decrease therapy-interfering behaviors; foster adaptive coping skills for managing stressful family demands, difficult relationships, academic pressures and other stressful life events; create ...
Adult Anxiety Group
This group is designed to center around understanding depression and anxiety, developing insight into factors contributing to mental health, and learning tools for managing symptoms. These groups discuss the connections between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The goal of this ...
Hosted by Insight Psychological Group
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westfield, NJ 07090
This group is designed to center around understanding depression and anxiety, developing insight into factors contributing to mental health, and learning tools for managing symptoms. These groups discuss the connections between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The goal of this ...
High Achivers Stress Mgt. Group
Learn tools and skills to effectively manage stress, anxiety and the demands of high school.
Hosted by Kristina Cofone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fanwood, NJ 07023
Learn tools and skills to effectively manage stress, anxiety and the demands of high school.
Relationship Skills Group
This group is intended for individuals who tend to experience instability in interpersonal relationships. Topics to be discussed and explored include: fear of abandonment, self-image issues, codependency, emotional instability as a result of relationship status, communication strategies, etc. A closed ...
Hosted by Michael Evan Schwartz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Springfield, NJ 07081
This group is intended for individuals who tend to experience instability in interpersonal relationships. Topics to be discussed and explored include: fear of abandonment, self-image issues, codependency, emotional instability as a result of relationship status, communication strategies, etc. A closed ...
Boy's Social Skills Group
Hosted by Tara Colandrea
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, SAC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westfield, NJ 07090
Addiction Recovery Group
The Recovery Group is a group of men and women who meet weekly to work together on issues and problems that often arise in recovery from alcohol and substance abuse/dependence. The group is jointly led with Jeffrey S. Kahn, Ph.D. ...
Hosted by Summit Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Summit, NJ 07901
The Recovery Group is a group of men and women who meet weekly to work together on issues and problems that often arise in recovery from alcohol and substance abuse/dependence. The group is jointly led with Jeffrey S. Kahn, Ph.D. ...
Adolescent Psychotherapy Group
The Adolescent Group at SPS is made up of young men and women of High School age. The group is led with Dave Hanft, LPC, CPGC, Both Dave Hanft and I are very experienced in working with teenagers and we ...
Hosted by Summit Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Summit, NJ 07901
The Adolescent Group at SPS is made up of young men and women of High School age. The group is led with Dave Hanft, LPC, CPGC, Both Dave Hanft and I are very experienced in working with teenagers and we ...
Social Skills Training groups - weeknights.
Through Dr. Jed Baker's Social Skills Training Project, we run social skills groups with children, teenagers, and young adults every night of the week.
Hosted by Dan Bender
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAEdS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Springfield, NJ 07081
Through Dr. Jed Baker's Social Skills Training Project, we run social skills groups with children, teenagers, and young adults every night of the week.
Mindfulness Meditation Coaching
8-week Mindfulness Meditation coaching (individual, group, telephone or online formats). Learn one of the most powerful techniques to manage stress and promote health and wellness. You will learn how to properly practice mindfulness meditation, understand how to regulate your attention, ...
Hosted by Francine Silver, PH.D.
Psychologist, PhD, SAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westfield, NJ 07090
8-week Mindfulness Meditation coaching (individual, group, telephone or online formats). Learn one of the most powerful techniques to manage stress and promote health and wellness. You will learn how to properly practice mindfulness meditation, understand how to regulate your attention, ...
Anxiety and Depression: Meeting the Mood with LFY
Life Force Yoga (no mat required) we will explore : your true self being neither anxious or depressed. Skills are provided. Individual daily practice of skills will be determined. Discussion based. Group Meets for 90 min. Groups are on zoom.
Hosted by Dr. Kathleen Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, YTT, Reiki
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kenilworth, NJ 07033
Life Force Yoga (no mat required) we will explore : your true self being neither anxious or depressed. Skills are provided. Individual daily practice of skills will be determined. Discussion based. Group Meets for 90 min. Groups are on zoom.
Young Adults Anxiety Management Group
This group is for young adults (18-30) dealing with anxiety, social anxiety, or just seeking a place to connect. Goals of this group are to: 1) learn about the functions/causes of anxiety 2) process anxiety that comes up day to ...
Hosted by Maureen Lennon-Schafer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
This group is for young adults (18-30) dealing with anxiety, social anxiety, or just seeking a place to connect. Goals of this group are to: 1) learn about the functions/causes of anxiety 2) process anxiety that comes up day to ...
Round Table Group for High School Girls and Boys
Do you know a high school student who would enjoy an empowerment group designed to help teens thrive? If your teen feels they are not the "cookie cutter" mold, this group is for them. Sharing, supporting each other, strategizing, cheering ...
Hosted by Meryl Pfeiffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PD, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Summit, NJ 07901
Do you know a high school student who would enjoy an empowerment group designed to help teens thrive? If your teen feels they are not the "cookie cutter" mold, this group is for them. Sharing, supporting each other, strategizing, cheering ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Clark?
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.