Pathway to Wellness LLC
Hosted by Veronica M Jensen
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MSN, APNC
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Orange, NJ 07052
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 ...
Transgender Youth Group
This group is provided at our located by our clinician Olivia Pruznick, LPC. This is an 8 week group that provides transgender, non-binary, and gender nonconforming youth 13-18 with an inclusive space to discuss their experiences and connect with peers ...
Hosted by Angela Valeski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Freehold, NJ 07728
This group is provided at our located by our clinician Olivia Pruznick, LPC. This is an 8 week group that provides transgender, non-binary, and gender nonconforming youth 13-18 with an inclusive space to discuss their experiences and connect with peers ...
Adoptive Parents Support Group
The goals of this professionally-led support group are to provide adoptive parents a place to discuss, learn about and receive support for a variety of adoption-related issues. Topics to be discussed include:adoptiive parenting, talking to your children about adoption, creating ...
The goals of this professionally-led support group are to provide adoptive parents a place to discuss, learn about and receive support for a variety of adoption-related issues. Topics to be discussed include:adoptiive parenting, talking to your children about adoption, creating ...
Personal Growth Workshop TBD
The purpose of this facilitated group is to create an environment in which you can feel safe, explore you deepest life struggles, and be witnessed by others. Informed by the principles of Bioenergetics and Core Energetics, two body-centered approaches to ...
Hosted by Beth Way Doherty
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Princeton, NJ 08540
The purpose of this facilitated group is to create an environment in which you can feel safe, explore you deepest life struggles, and be witnessed by others. Informed by the principles of Bioenergetics and Core Energetics, two body-centered approaches to ...
Recovery Group for Eating Disorders
This is a recovery focused group for individuals healing from eating disorders. We focus on ways to cope with negative body image, awareness of thoughts and feelings, low self worth, perfectionism, anxiety, and fears of relapse.
This is a recovery focused group for individuals healing from eating disorders. We focus on ways to cope with negative body image, awareness of thoughts and feelings, low self worth, perfectionism, anxiety, and fears of relapse.
Parenthood Ambivalence: Do I Want To Have Kids?!
Are you debating if you should become a parent or choose a child-free life? Feeling conflicted about deciding to have children is normal, but can feel lonely. Join us for support, reflection and community in this six-week virtual series. We ...
Hosted by Paige M Gesicki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Red Bank, NJ 07701
Are you debating if you should become a parent or choose a child-free life? Feeling conflicted about deciding to have children is normal, but can feel lonely. Join us for support, reflection and community in this six-week virtual series. We ...
Powerhouse Men's Outreach Ministries
SPIRITUAL BASED MEN'S GROUP DELIVER THAT MEETS EVERY SATURDAY IN PLAINFIELD, NJ. USING BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES THAT PROMOTES MENTORING AND EMPOWERMENT TO MEN WITH A HISTORY OF A CRIMINAL/ADDICTIVE LIFESTYLES; AND TO ASSIST TRANSFORMING MEN TO BECOME PROSPEROUS AND SUCCESSFUL. DUE ...
Hosted by Freshstart Referral Systems Inc. (ARS Services)
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, BA , CADC, Pastor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Plainfield, NJ 07060
SPIRITUAL BASED MEN'S GROUP DELIVER THAT MEETS EVERY SATURDAY IN PLAINFIELD, NJ. USING BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES THAT PROMOTES MENTORING AND EMPOWERMENT TO MEN WITH A HISTORY OF A CRIMINAL/ADDICTIVE LIFESTYLES; AND TO ASSIST TRANSFORMING MEN TO BECOME PROSPEROUS AND SUCCESSFUL. DUE ...
Yoga classes & Book club/self discovery
Gaining knowledge and measuring experience & impact is a powerful form of self discovery. Alongside peers explore yoga, meditation, and/or literature. In a small/ closed group setting facilitated by Lena Gilman LCSW, RYT, MS.Ed, collaborate with peers & contribute perspective ...
Hosted by Lena Elaine Gilman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, RYT , CRM, MSEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Red Bank, NJ 07701
Gaining knowledge and measuring experience & impact is a powerful form of self discovery. Alongside peers explore yoga, meditation, and/or literature. In a small/ closed group setting facilitated by Lena Gilman LCSW, RYT, MS.Ed, collaborate with peers & contribute perspective ...
Women's Emotional Sobriety Group
An "Emotional Sobriety" approach to group therapy for Substance Use where women can share their experiences, struggles, and triumphs with others who are looking to re-evaluate their relationship with substances. Whether their goal is total abstinence or harm reduction, we ...
Hosted by Rachel Gentry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCADC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manasquan, NJ 08736
An "Emotional Sobriety" approach to group therapy for Substance Use where women can share their experiences, struggles, and triumphs with others who are looking to re-evaluate their relationship with substances. Whether their goal is total abstinence or harm reduction, we ...
DBT Group
Hosted by Vioral Health and Behavioral Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Forked River, NJ 08731
Teen Group
I am currently forming a teen group. The focus will be determined by the issues which the individual members bring to the group.
I am currently forming a teen group. The focus will be determined by the issues which the individual members bring to the group.
Men's Anger Management
Anger can be a way to express feelings that threaten someone's well-being. These groups will help participants identify triggers to anger, physical warning signs, anger reduction strategies, and coping skills; * Expressing emotions * Self -destructive behavior * Exploring consequences ...
Hosted by Gary Dock
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Haddon Township, NJ 08108
Anger can be a way to express feelings that threaten someone's well-being. These groups will help participants identify triggers to anger, physical warning signs, anger reduction strategies, and coping skills; * Expressing emotions * Self -destructive behavior * Exploring consequences ...
Family and Friends Virtual Support Group
Watching your loved one struggle with addiction can be heartbreaking, but as they begin to heal, you must also embark on your own journey of recovery. For all involved, having a strong support system is key. This virtual support group ...
Hosted by Mountainside Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ramsey, NJ 07446
Watching your loved one struggle with addiction can be heartbreaking, but as they begin to heal, you must also embark on your own journey of recovery. For all involved, having a strong support system is key. This virtual support group ...
Parents Enduring Loss to Addiction (PELA)
In 2002, I began a support group for adults who have lost a child of any age to an addiction. The group is open so that people can join at any time. It is a warm and supportive gathering of ...
Hosted by Charlie Berman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Morris Plains, NJ 07950
In 2002, I began a support group for adults who have lost a child of any age to an addiction. The group is open so that people can join at any time. It is a warm and supportive gathering of ...
Career Counseling
In this 7 step program you will learn how to write a resume/bio that will get the attention of your target market/employers who you want to work with; practice interviewing skills that will set you apart from others with your ...
In this 7 step program you will learn how to write a resume/bio that will get the attention of your target market/employers who you want to work with; practice interviewing skills that will set you apart from others with your ...
Online Clinical Group Supervision for Therapists
Meeting 2 hours per month for 6 months to discuss therapy work with therapist colleagues and facilitated by myself, a Clinical Supervisor accredited by the IACP. Cost is 12 hours for 360.
Hosted by Rev. Dr. Em Ryan
PhD, MA, NCC, MIACP, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Red Bank, NJ 07702
Meeting 2 hours per month for 6 months to discuss therapy work with therapist colleagues and facilitated by myself, a Clinical Supervisor accredited by the IACP. Cost is 12 hours for 360.
Thirty-Somethings: It's All About Relationships
If you are in a relationship or are looking for a relationship, whether romantic or friendly, then come join us to discuss everything about relationships. We will delve into how your relationship with yourself and your life experiences influence your ...
Hosted by Sarah Morrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Jersey City, NJ 07302
If you are in a relationship or are looking for a relationship, whether romantic or friendly, then come join us to discuss everything about relationships. We will delve into how your relationship with yourself and your life experiences influence your ...
Footprints DBT Group
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy. Its main goals are to teach people how to live in the moment, develop healthy ways to cope with stress, regulate their emotions, and improve their relationships with others. Dialectical ...
Hosted by Footprints to Feel Better
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clifton, NJ 07013
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy. Its main goals are to teach people how to live in the moment, develop healthy ways to cope with stress, regulate their emotions, and improve their relationships with others. Dialectical ...
Mental Skills Training for Athletes
This group is designed to help athletes identify the different mental skills that are necessary for success in sport. They will be taught to identify the skills they currently have, build on them, while also minimizing the impact of any ...
Hosted by Vonetta Kalieta
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Tinton Falls, NJ 07724
This group is designed to help athletes identify the different mental skills that are necessary for success in sport. They will be taught to identify the skills they currently have, build on them, while also minimizing the impact of any ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in New Jersey?
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.