Support Groups in New York, NY
Mentalization-Based Treatment for Adults
Through our interactions with others, we experience different interpersonal connections, which can be harmful or positive. Varied emotional states can disrupt mental processing and create potential for misinterpreting information. These miscommunications hinder our ability to maintain relationships, foster deeper connections, ...
Hosted by Blair Luedke
MHC-LP, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10001
Through our interactions with others, we experience different interpersonal connections, which can be harmful or positive. Varied emotional states can disrupt mental processing and create potential for misinterpreting information. These miscommunications hinder our ability to maintain relationships, foster deeper connections, ...
Bariatric Eating Group
I had weight loss surgery - now what? The Nutritionist said..., the Surgeon said..., but they don't understand ME! What am I supposed to do now that I can't eat...??? I am struggling and don't know where to turn - ...
Hosted by Tammy St Clair
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10016
I had weight loss surgery - now what? The Nutritionist said..., the Surgeon said..., but they don't understand ME! What am I supposed to do now that I can't eat...??? I am struggling and don't know where to turn - ...
Men's Sexual Health Group in NYC
I co-lead a weekly group with sex therapist Dr. Wendy Miller for men with out-of-control sexual behavior. The group currently meets online via Zoom due to COVID-19. Using a sexual health model, the group provides education and deeper understanding of ...
Hosted by Stephen Mcfadden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10011
I co-lead a weekly group with sex therapist Dr. Wendy Miller for men with out-of-control sexual behavior. The group currently meets online via Zoom due to COVID-19. Using a sexual health model, the group provides education and deeper understanding of ...
Mens Group
The group meets on Wednesdays 8-9:30pm at 156 Fifth Ave. I encourage new members to speak freely about their concerns, or remain silent and eventually begin to discuss thoughts and feelings with the group. The leader, along with the members ...
Hosted by Howard Danelowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10010
The group meets on Wednesdays 8-9:30pm at 156 Fifth Ave. I encourage new members to speak freely about their concerns, or remain silent and eventually begin to discuss thoughts and feelings with the group. The leader, along with the members ...
Women Considering/Pursuing Single Motherhood
This is a group for single women who are considering or are trying to become parents through medical or adoption options. Becoming a parent is an exciting journey and doing it solo can be uniquely challenging. It can be overwhelming, ...
Hosted by Diane Peluso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, HHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10028
This is a group for single women who are considering or are trying to become parents through medical or adoption options. Becoming a parent is an exciting journey and doing it solo can be uniquely challenging. It can be overwhelming, ...
superision/study group for therapists
This group is for therapists interested in psychoanalytic supervision in a group setting.
For more info. see posting in Peercast.
Hosted by April T Feldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10023
This group is for therapists interested in psychoanalytic supervision in a group setting.
For more info. see posting in Peercast.
Adult Gay Male IFS informed psychotherapy Group
This group is for higher functioning adult gay men, ages 28 to 60 plus, using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) modality (https://ifs-institute.co m/about-us). The group has been in existence since 2003, is open to new members and takes place on ...
Hosted by Ken Voorhees
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10011
This group is for higher functioning adult gay men, ages 28 to 60 plus, using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) modality (https://ifs-institute.co m/about-us). The group has been in existence since 2003, is open to new members and takes place on ...
Mindfulness for Anxiety
Are you struggling with rumination, intrusive thoughts, non-stop worries? Do you notice that your mind is anywhere but the present? This 8-week virtual group program will provide you with all of the education and practice needed to kick-start a mindfulness ...
Hosted by Aliza Goldstein
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10010
Are you struggling with rumination, intrusive thoughts, non-stop worries? Do you notice that your mind is anywhere but the present? This 8-week virtual group program will provide you with all of the education and practice needed to kick-start a mindfulness ...
Creating A Connection - Body Image Group
Hosted by Lauren Fabrizio
Art Therapist, MPS, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10016
Womens groups
Hosted by Jimena Behrens
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10128
Social Skills Group
Our two social skills group are for Younger Kids and Teenagers who are struggling at school, with peers, and at home. Children in our group try to make and keep friends; however, their negative thinking and low self esteem may ...
Hosted by Daniel DiTieri
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10022
Our two social skills group are for Younger Kids and Teenagers who are struggling at school, with peers, and at home. Children in our group try to make and keep friends; however, their negative thinking and low self esteem may ...
Supported Dining
We provide quality, balanced, varied meals served with the support and guidance of our sensitive and knowledgeable providers. The communal dining experience takes place in the comfortable, non-institutional setting of our center's dining room. We promote a relaxed and congenial ...
Hosted by Columbus Park Center for Eating Disorders
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10019
We provide quality, balanced, varied meals served with the support and guidance of our sensitive and knowledgeable providers. The communal dining experience takes place in the comfortable, non-institutional setting of our center's dining room. We promote a relaxed and congenial ...
Reklame Health
Here at Reklame Health, we are a group of psychiatric providers who offer clients a safe and open space to express themselves freely, so they can get the treatment they need to take back control of their lives. We offer ...
Hosted by Evans Rochaste
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10028
Here at Reklame Health, we are a group of psychiatric providers who offer clients a safe and open space to express themselves freely, so they can get the treatment they need to take back control of their lives. We offer ...
Building Relationships
This group focuses on developing trust within the group to learn about oneself including sore spots, areas where communication and insight are wanting, access "emotional knots" interfering with personal and interpersonal satisfaction. The questions, "What is love?" and "What is ...
Hosted by Marianne Patricia Hughes
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MPS, LCAT, LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10003
This group focuses on developing trust within the group to learn about oneself including sore spots, areas where communication and insight are wanting, access "emotional knots" interfering with personal and interpersonal satisfaction. The questions, "What is love?" and "What is ...
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Group
Hosted by Susan A. Klett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, MSSW, BCD, PhD,, PsyD,
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10019
Black birthing people's infertility journeys
A group for adult Black birthing people who are experiencing infertility. Participants will co-create a space of support and sharing of resources as we explore the deeply personal and systems related experiences of infertility in Black diaspora communities. Participants will ...
Hosted by Mayowa Obasaju
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10032
A group for adult Black birthing people who are experiencing infertility. Participants will co-create a space of support and sharing of resources as we explore the deeply personal and systems related experiences of infertility in Black diaspora communities. Participants will ...
Recovery Skills (Virtual -- 8 week sequence)
This Recovery Skills Group will meet once a week for 8 weeks starting on Monday, August 7th at 5 PM EST. This group will have a maximum of 8 participants and is only open to adults (18+). Group therapy offers ...
Hosted by Katherine Stewart
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10019
This Recovery Skills Group will meet once a week for 8 weeks starting on Monday, August 7th at 5 PM EST. This group will have a maximum of 8 participants and is only open to adults (18+). Group therapy offers ...
Medussa: Grupo De Terapia Para Mujeres
Grupo para Mujeres Latinas En New York, enfrentadas en su intimidad, pasion, deseo, relaciones, parejas y el amor.
Hosted by Karina Rieke
Counselor, LMHC, MS, CH
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10034
Grupo para Mujeres Latinas En New York, enfrentadas en su intimidad, pasion, deseo, relaciones, parejas y el amor.
Meditation Relaxation and Flow Training
weekly group breathing, mediation and visualization exercises intended to help master the mind, breath and allow for creative and relaxed brain flow. Must sign up in advance info@cbt-new.york.com
Hosted by Cognitive behavior & EMDR therapy NYC
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10022
weekly group breathing, mediation and visualization exercises intended to help master the mind, breath and allow for creative and relaxed brain flow. Must sign up in advance info@cbt-new.york.com
DBT for eating disorders
Primary group objective is to decrease behaviors that interfere with quality of life. We work toward decreasing and ultimately, eradicating impulsive, suicidal, and self-injurious behaviors while enhancing one's ability to cope more effectively with difficult feelings. Disordered eating behaviors are ...
Hosted by Danielle Greendyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10019
Primary group objective is to decrease behaviors that interfere with quality of life. We work toward decreasing and ultimately, eradicating impulsive, suicidal, and self-injurious behaviors while enhancing one's ability to cope more effectively with difficult feelings. Disordered eating behaviors are ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in New York?
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.