Mens Sexual Health: Out of Control Sexual Behavior
IPG is the only organization in New Jersey to run a group for men who suffer from 'sex and porn addiction' - out of control sexual behavior. Run by trained certified sex therapists, the group is an alternative to Twelve ...
Hosted by Institute for Personal Growth - Jersey City
Psychologist, PhD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
IPG is the only organization in New Jersey to run a group for men who suffer from 'sex and porn addiction' - out of control sexual behavior. Run by trained certified sex therapists, the group is an alternative to Twelve ...
Holistic Healing Groups
Using integrative healing methods in a live online group, we will explore healthy lifestyle changes, healing with food, mindfulness and visualization. Two groups will be held, one for teens and one for adults that are looking for support with anxiety, ...
Hosted by Dr. Alexia Konko
Psychologist, PsyD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Using integrative healing methods in a live online group, we will explore healthy lifestyle changes, healing with food, mindfulness and visualization. Two groups will be held, one for teens and one for adults that are looking for support with anxiety, ...
Young Adults
Relationship group for young adults - 20s , 30s, 40s. Enriching,collaborative, and intimacy enhancing experience for those struggling with dating, career, and family issues. Come and participate in learning how to enjoy dating and develop a successful committed relationship and ...
Hosted by Caroline B. Goldberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
Relationship group for young adults - 20s , 30s, 40s. Enriching,collaborative, and intimacy enhancing experience for those struggling with dating, career, and family issues. Come and participate in learning how to enjoy dating and develop a successful committed relationship and ...
People of Faith Support Grp for LGBTQ+ Family Memb
Purpose Provide a safe place for family members who are people of faith to discuss and process their experiences surrounding their loved ones same sex sexuality and/or gender identity.
Purpose Provide a safe place for family members who are people of faith to discuss and process their experiences surrounding their loved ones same sex sexuality and/or gender identity.
Individuals with Autism (ages 16-21) - Virtual
The goal of this virtual group is to provide support to individuals on the spectrum including learning about their diagnoses, improving social skills, and practicing strategies to overcome challenges and foster independence. Each session will have a different topic to ...
Hosted by Kerrianne Galvin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
The goal of this virtual group is to provide support to individuals on the spectrum including learning about their diagnoses, improving social skills, and practicing strategies to overcome challenges and foster independence. Each session will have a different topic to ...
Interracial Relationship Challenges
This group is for individual women who are in interracial relationships (dating/living together or married). The goal is to provide support to individuals who are dealing with challenges related to dating/being married to someone who is outside of their race, ...
Hosted by Breann D'Alessandro Kamara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
This group is for individual women who are in interracial relationships (dating/living together or married). The goal is to provide support to individuals who are dealing with challenges related to dating/being married to someone who is outside of their race, ...
Insyte Psychiatric
We are a collaborative practice of prescribers and therapists. We work with adults, families, and couples. We are committed to providing quality mental health care that goes beyond just medications . We treat all mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, ...
Hosted by Insyte Psychiatric
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
We are a collaborative practice of prescribers and therapists. We work with adults, families, and couples. We are committed to providing quality mental health care that goes beyond just medications . We treat all mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, ...
Women's Circle
The Women’s Circle Workshop was created to be a safe, supportive, encouraging space to explore, discover and empower women to create and design the life they choose.
Hosted by Embracing Hhr
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Metuchen, NJ 08840
The Women’s Circle Workshop was created to be a safe, supportive, encouraging space to explore, discover and empower women to create and design the life they choose.
The Howard Center For Wellness
The Howard Center for Wellness specializes in providing comprehensive mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
Hosted by Nancy Howard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Iselin, NJ 08830
The Howard Center for Wellness specializes in providing comprehensive mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
Teen Girls Empowerment Group
Topics include: Understanding worry thoughts, manage stress caused by FOMO and social media, coping skills for anxiety and depression, self acceptance and compassion, learning healthy boundaries and healthy relationships.
Hosted by Amy DeLuca Litkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Topics include: Understanding worry thoughts, manage stress caused by FOMO and social media, coping skills for anxiety and depression, self acceptance and compassion, learning healthy boundaries and healthy relationships.
Adolescent Girls Group (HS)
Topics include: Healthy relationships, self-image, decision-making, family issues, stress/anger management, social media, coping skills.
Hosted by Jacqueline Giordano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Metuchen, NJ 08840
Topics include: Healthy relationships, self-image, decision-making, family issues, stress/anger management, social media, coping skills.
Gaming Approaches Toward Education, LLC
G.A.T.E. helps youths through role play and tabletop games to build skills that are developed within their therapy session. Our goal is to build up our youths and through them, their friends, family, and communities. Our game-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ...
Hosted by Dr. Brian Carl Quinones
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, RPT-S, Autplay, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edison, NJ 08837
G.A.T.E. helps youths through role play and tabletop games to build skills that are developed within their therapy session. Our goal is to build up our youths and through them, their friends, family, and communities. Our game-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ...
Sport and Wellness Psychology Groups
Individuals are encouraged to work on achievement plans for wellness goals, athletic goals, and personal development areas beyond sports and exercise. Groups introduce participants to focus breathing and goal visualization practices. Readings and audio-tapes are utilized.
Individuals are encouraged to work on achievement plans for wellness goals, athletic goals, and personal development areas beyond sports and exercise. Groups introduce participants to focus breathing and goal visualization practices. Readings and audio-tapes are utilized.
Men's Anger Management Group
Are you stuck feeling angry and frustrated too often? Do you escalate from irritation to rage quickly and have outbursts you just can control? Has your partner or family said you are too angry? Maybe you have tried distraction, addictions, ...
Hosted by Ellen Gregory
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Are you stuck feeling angry and frustrated too often? Do you escalate from irritation to rage quickly and have outbursts you just can control? Has your partner or family said you are too angry? Maybe you have tried distraction, addictions, ...
Wellness and Pain Management
Peer interactive and support. Spirituality and processing belief systems. Using collective activities to enhance wellness. Group support and relaxation. Hypnotherapeutic relaxation
Hosted by Psychotherapy; Addiction; Psychological Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, LPC, CRS, FAPA
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Brunswick, NJ 08902
Peer interactive and support. Spirituality and processing belief systems. Using collective activities to enhance wellness. Group support and relaxation. Hypnotherapeutic relaxation
Women of Color
The group consists of women who identify as POC who have experienced trauma as well as macro/microaggressions and are seeking a supportive environment in which they could obtain psycho-education, develop positive relationships, process their experiences, and learn coping skills.
Hosted by Gliceria Pérez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
The group consists of women who identify as POC who have experienced trauma as well as macro/microaggressions and are seeking a supportive environment in which they could obtain psycho-education, develop positive relationships, process their experiences, and learn coping skills.
Cancer Support Group
Support Group for people living with cancer and/or their caregivers
Hosted by Stephani Fried, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Support Group for people living with cancer and/or their caregivers
Eating Disorder Support Group Women/Men
For individuals (females and males) in their 20/30s who are looking to gain support and support others through recovery.
Hosted by Talia Becker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
For individuals (females and males) in their 20/30s who are looking to gain support and support others through recovery.
Interpersonal Psychotherapy Group
Hosted by David N Panzer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
Teen Girls' Therapy Group
Peer pressure. Doing well in school. Family issues. There are tons of reasons that teenagers feel emotional. This group helps girls realize that they are not alone in their struggles. Participants will learn to communicate their ideas, build trust and ...
Hosted by Center for Therapy and Counseling Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Peer pressure. Doing well in school. Family issues. There are tons of reasons that teenagers feel emotional. This group helps girls realize that they are not alone in their struggles. Participants will learn to communicate their ideas, build trust and ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Middlesex 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.