Parenting Skills Group
This group will provide a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment where parents will learn effective parenting techniques, learn to plan for your child’s behavior, learn to be proactive and not reactive and learn to appreciate what you are doing as ...
Hosted by Brittany Freeman Jean-Louis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
This group will provide a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment where parents will learn effective parenting techniques, learn to plan for your child’s behavior, learn to be proactive and not reactive and learn to appreciate what you are doing as ...
8 Week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Groups
Offered 2 to 3 times per year, the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Groups are modeled after the curriculum developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn at Umass. Participants learn to incorporate mindfulness practices into their daily lives though experiential exercises, guided meditations practiced together ...
Offered 2 to 3 times per year, the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Groups are modeled after the curriculum developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn at Umass. Participants learn to incorporate mindfulness practices into their daily lives though experiential exercises, guided meditations practiced together ...
Teenage Chrisian Coping GROUP
We hold two groups every other Monday for both Preteens and Teens. It is group created as a safe place to relate to other struggling teens and how they cope with disappointments , fears and struggles. A multi approach is ...
Hosted by Rev. Carrie May Price-Knospe
Pastoral Counselor, MA, Lic, Clinic, Pastor, Counsel
Verified Verified
Group meets in Middlesex, NJ 08846
We hold two groups every other Monday for both Preteens and Teens. It is group created as a safe place to relate to other struggling teens and how they cope with disappointments , fears and struggles. A multi approach is ...
SMART Recovery
SMART Recovery SMART Recovery is based on scientific knowledge, and is intended to evolve as scientific knowledge evolves. The program uses principles of motivational interviewing found in Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET),and techniques taken from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), particularly in ...
Hosted by SOBA New Jersey Drug & Alcohol Rehab
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Brunswick, NJ 08901
SMART Recovery SMART Recovery is based on scientific knowledge, and is intended to evolve as scientific knowledge evolves. The program uses principles of motivational interviewing found in Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET),and techniques taken from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), particularly in ...
Individual or Group Clinical Consultation
Providing case consultation to individual clinicians or groups of clinicians, as desired.
Hosted by Kere Loughlin-Presnal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
Providing case consultation to individual clinicians or groups of clinicians, as desired.
Anger Mnagement
Hosted by Positive Reset Mental Health Clinic
Treatment Center, MD, APN, PA, LCSW, LSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Women's Support Group
Hosted by Central Jersey Psychotherapy Llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Middlesex, NJ 08846
The 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 The Center for Embracing Hope Healing and Renewal
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.
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 ...
Anger Managment
Court appointed or self referred OK
Hosted by Clear Conscience Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, EdD, LPC, LCADC, CAMS-II, CCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in South Plainfield, NJ 07080
Court appointed or self referred OK
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, ...
Art Against Bullying
Free Art Therapy groups for children targeted by bullies. Together with Mignolo Arts Center, we will create a safe space that is conducive to art making and discussion for our young participants. Each group will contain between four and six ...
Hosted by Ellis Eisner
Art Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Metuchen, NJ 08840
Free Art Therapy groups for children targeted by bullies. Together with Mignolo Arts Center, we will create a safe space that is conducive to art making and discussion for our young participants. Each group will contain between four and six ...
My Online Therapist #1 Tele Psychotherapy Service
#1 Online Tele New Jersey Psychotherapy, your premier destination for online virtual therapy, accessible from anywhere . Experience the convenience and flexibility of professional support from the comfort of your home. As a licensed psychotherapist, I specialize in a diverse ...
Hosted by Austin Giltus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA, MCA, CPHQ, CCM
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edison, NJ 08820
#1 Online Tele New Jersey Psychotherapy, your premier destination for online virtual therapy, accessible from anywhere . Experience the convenience and flexibility of professional support from the comfort of your home. As a licensed psychotherapist, I specialize in a diverse ...
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 ...
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.
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
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.
Early Substance Abuse Intervention
If you're not sure if alcohol/drugs are a problem for you, join this group ; assess yourself, gain information on what is addiction and abstinence strategies.
Hosted by J Victoria Laszlo - Laszlo Center 4 Hope Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
If you're not sure if alcohol/drugs are a problem for you, join this group ; assess yourself, gain information on what is addiction and abstinence strategies.
Supervision (Toward LCSW + Beyond)
I am a Certified Supervisor (NASW) for LSW to LCSW. Minimum two participants, Maximum 6. 6 session commitment. Longer term involvement for lasting growth, mutual support and learning, as well as development of your unique expertise with my guidance.
Hosted by Ruth Goldsmith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, (EMDR, EFcT, KAP)
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
I am a Certified Supervisor (NASW) for LSW to LCSW. Minimum two participants, Maximum 6. 6 session commitment. Longer term involvement for lasting growth, mutual support and learning, as well as development of your unique expertise with my guidance.
DBT Skills Group for Adolescents
This group, led by experts in dialectical behavior therapy, teaches teens and their parent(s) the following DBT skill modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and walking the middle path. This engaging and practical group includes handouts, take-home exercises, ...
Hosted by Meir Flancbaum
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
This group, led by experts in dialectical behavior therapy, teaches teens and their parent(s) the following DBT skill modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and walking the middle path. This engaging and practical group includes handouts, take-home exercises, ...
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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.