Support Groups in 02481
The Food Allergy Parenting and Anxiety Support and Skills Group will be starting on Thursday March 14th from 7-8pm via telehealth. The group will focus on building cognitive behavioral skills to help build confidence and decrease anxiety and isolation due to managing food allergies for your child. It will also aim to foster supportive relationships between participants. This group will be six weeks in length and each session is $25. Please contact me to sign up.
Hosted by Emile Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02481
If you are struggling with a life transition or find that your anxiety and depression get in the way of you having the life that you want, I would be happy to help you work toward feeling better. Currently, my work is focusing on anxiety and depressive disorders, life transitions, stress management, health concerns, food allergy anxiety/trauma, adults, young adults, as well as college students. Please feel free to reach out. I'm happy to discuss if I am the right fit via free phone/telehealth consultation.
DBT Skills Group for high school age teens is weekly for 50-minutes on Wednesdays at 4:00pm. Each group is focused on a different DBT skill. We review all four DBT modules, including mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. We engage in an activity to give all members an opportunity to use the new skill. While there is absolutely an open discussion, the group is fairly structured. All that your child would need to do is complete an intake with me prior to joining the group to see if it would be a good fit.
Symone works with adolescents, young adults and adults suffering from a wide range of mental health concerns. She takes an integrative approach to treatment by using evidence-based intervention and person-centered strategies specifically tailored to the clients’ individual needs in order to promote growth and meaningful change in clients. Symone is particularly interested in treating individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related issues. Symone also has a passion for working with athletes. She values bringing mental health support to sports-performance.
This small therapeutic group provides children with a safe space to explore the complex feelings and questions related to divorce. In addition to learning concrete coping strategies, the children will foster deep, meaningful relationships with peers who are experiencing similar difficulties, helping to normalize the family transition. Where: 1 Washington St., Suite 305 Wellesley, MA
Hosted by Melissa Crawford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02481
My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative and solution-focused. I incorporate mindfulness techniques to increase awareness of harmful thoughts and behaviors, and skill building exercises to increase emotion regulation, resilience, and psychological flexibility. I hold an advanced certificate in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from Boston University and have extensive training in mindfulness-based therapies.
Treatment for prostate cancer can be traumatic and stressful - not just for the patient, but for his partner as well. Patients and their partners are often shocked by the many side-effects of cancer treatment. This group offers partners of prostate cancer survivors a place to process these changes, develop new coping skills, and establish strategies to increase intimacy with their loved one. This group is time-limed and offered via a confidential internet connection, thus enabling members to participate in the privacy of their own homes while avoiding the irritation of traffic and parking.
Hosted by Marianne Brandon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
*NOT CURRENTLY TAKING NEW CLIENTS* Welcome to my psychology practice. Intimate relationships are challenging for just about everyone. Keeping a passionate connection alive over time requires unique skills, persistence and determination. I work with individuals and couples who wish to deepen emotional or sexual intimacy, improve communication, strengthen their romantic bond, heal from affairs, and folks who feel addicted to pornography or other sexual outlets, as well as depression, irritability, anxiety, etc. Probably the best way to get a sense of me quickly is to read my Psychology Today blog, The Future of Intimacy.
This group aims to support college-aged students (incoming or returning) in the development of the necessary skills for managing the unique stressors associated with both being a student and in the college environment. Members will leave this group with concrete skills that set them up for personal, social/relational, and academic well-being. This intensive 12 hour group program over 4 days will include cognitive-behavioral (CBT) and dialectical behavior (DBT) skills, executive functioning coaching and experiential (activity-based) practices. Goals addressed include: 1. Maintaining Personal Health & Well-Being; 2. Academic Effectiveness; and 3. Building & Maintaining Healthy Relationships
It takes tremendous courage to begin the process of establishing a psychotherapy. In enhancing self-awareness we can learn how to cope and contend with many of life's challenges - and to begin to live with more ease. As a licensed Clinical Psychologist, I use evidence-based practices in an integrative way, tailoring treatment for individuals based on a shared and on-going discussion of lived experiences, inherent strengths, personal preferences, and psychological needs.
Learn to gain control over your social anxiety and live your fullest life as your authentic self! This group will be loaded with skills and opportunities for you to gain insight and self-awareness. You will practice strategies that will help you gain courage and break through old patterns. You will bravely learn to approach, rather than avoid, the people and situations that trigger your anxiety. With the support of others who experience social anxiety, and the guidance of an anxiety specialist, you will not be alone!
Hosted by Rachel Shanshiry
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LMHC, CCATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02481
Sometimes life throws us something that turns our whole world upside down. Other times life is “fine,” but we just don’t feel fine. We may be overwhelmed with anxiety, stress, depression, or just feeling stuck. If you are wondering whether now is the right time for therapy, the answer is probably “yes.” You start to feel different when you do things differently. Whether you are a teen, young adult, or adult, I can offer you a non-judgmental, creative space with fresh ideas and hope for the future.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based therapeutic modality that has been proven effective in managing intense emotions, reducing self-harming behaviors, and improving communication and relationships. This group will focus on building the skills in each of the four modules of DBT: core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. This group is a weekly DBT-informed group for teens who have difficulty managing intense or extreme emotions, struggle with anxiety or depression, struggle to identify or share feelings, engage in self-harm, make impulsive decisions or struggle with conflict at home or at school.
Hosted by Kate Monaghan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02481
You are brave for being here. You have done your best as a parent, and yet your child is still struggling. It hurts to see them beating themselves down, and selling themselves short when you know who they are at their best. You've heard them say "I'm not good enough," "no one understands me," or "things would be better if I weren't here." Maybe they've turned to self harm to manage their emotions. You want to protect them, help them heal, and show them the beauty you see when you look at them.
"Transform the Partner Trauma Story to an Empowerment Story". The group is designed to provide you with a safe place to heal, and grow with connection, empathy and validation.
It combines support, experiential work, processing and psycho-education. Group topics include: Safety, Stabilization & Boundaries; Self-care, Self-compassion, Self-esteem & Self-discovery; Coping & Communication Skills; Information on Sex Addiction, Betrayal Trauma & Tools to Handle Emotions & Triggers. Trauma increases the need for comfort, connection and attachment. Groups reduce isolation & loss, help to build a support and safety network, reinforce resilience, strength, growth and attachment.
Hosted by Beth Gochberg Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CSAT, CCPS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02481
As a certified Sex Addiction & Partner Trauma Specialist, my role is to help you navigate the traumatic effects of relationship betrayal on your road to recovery, growth, healing & discovery. My approach is empathetic, action oriented, strength & trauma based. I'm committed to working with partners, couples & families impacted by sex addiction & betrayal trauma. As a therapist with over 35 years of experience, I work with a range of emotional & behavioral issues. My clients struggle with anxiety, depression, loss, grief, relationship & intimacy issues, marital & family problems. I offer a personalized approach tailored to your needs
**Accepting referrals for MAY 2024 Start** This group is for those seeking increased support, structure, skills-focus and/or accountability in their recovery, within a safe nonjudgemental space. This is a good option for members hoping to add a skills group to their outpatient treatment plan in conjunction with individual psychotherapy.
Hosted by Birch Hill Behavioral Health, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02481
Birch Hill Behavioral Health (BHBH) is a specialty group practice, offering thoughtful and tailored evidence-based treatments for adolescents and adults presenting with unique backgrounds, preferences, strengths, and challenges. We strive for a thorough understanding of our clients, their symptoms and concerns, and their expressed goals. This informs an individualized, integrative, and collaboratively-determined treatment plan. We value transparency in the treatment process, as well as a warm, interactive approach. You can expect your therapist to provide specific recommendations for your care.
Adults (18+); Maximum of 8 members. This group is designed for those seeking increased support, structure, skills-focus and/or accountability in their recovery. This is a good option for members hoping to add a skills group to their outpatient treatment plan, to prevent a step-up to a higher level of care (ED IOP/PHP/Residential); or in support of a recent step-down Group is semi-structured with CBT/DBT/ACT skills topics and experiential practice. Home Skills Practices are assigned and discussed weekly. Requirements include: Intake; Currently in individual therapy; Medically stable for outpatient level of care
It takes tremendous courage to begin the process of establishing a psychotherapy. In enhancing self-awareness we can learn how to cope and contend with many of life's challenges - and to begin to live with more ease. As a licensed Clinical Psychologist, I use evidence-based practices in an integrative way, tailoring treatment for individuals based on a shared and on-going discussion of lived experiences, inherent strengths, personal preferences, and psychological needs.
Adults (18+). Hybrid Format (in-person or virtually, to enhance accessibility). Maximum of 8 members. Runs on a 12 weeks/90mins; New members may join at the start of a new module during the cycle. This structured group focuses on providing members with a comfortable environment in which to learn the DBT skills from the modules of: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Groups include experiential skills and activities, as well as home practice with an accompanying workbook.
It takes tremendous courage to begin the process of establishing a psychotherapy. In enhancing self-awareness we can learn how to cope and contend with many of life's challenges - and to begin to live with more ease. As a licensed Clinical Psychologist, I use evidence-based practices in an integrative way, tailoring treatment for individuals based on a shared and on-going discussion of lived experiences, inherent strengths, personal preferences, and psychological needs.
This group aims to support college-aged students (incoming or returning) in the development of the necessary skills for managing the stressors associated with both being a student and in adjusting to the college environment. Members will leave this group with concrete skills that set them up for personal, social/relational, and academic well-being. Therapeutic skills are integrated from research-backed modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT & Executive Functioning Coaching. Held August 12-15th (9a-12:30a daily).
Hosted by Birch Hill Behavioral Health, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02481
Birch Hill Behavioral Health (BHBH) is a specialty group practice, offering thoughtful and tailored evidence-based treatments for adolescents and adults presenting with unique backgrounds, preferences, strengths, and challenges. We strive for a thorough understanding of our clients, their symptoms and concerns, and their expressed goals. This informs an individualized, integrative, and collaboratively-determined treatment plan. We value transparency in the treatment process, as well as a warm, interactive approach. You can expect your therapist to provide specific recommendations for your care.
NOTE: This Group is held IN-PERSON (preferred) with a HYBRID option if needed ? Adults (18+) ? Maximum of 8 members ? Runs on a 12 week, 90min, curriculum; New members may join at the start of a new module during the cycle ? This structured group focuses on providing members with a comfortable environment in which to learn the DBT skills from the modules of: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness ? Groups include experiential skills and activities, as well as home practice with an accompanying workbook.
Hosted by Birch Hill Behavioral Health, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02481
Birch Hill Behavioral Health (BHBH) is a specialty group practice, offering thoughtful and tailored evidence-based treatments for adolescents and adults presenting with unique backgrounds, preferences, strengths, and challenges. We strive for a thorough understanding of our clients, their symptoms and concerns, and their expressed goals. This informs an individualized, integrative, and collaboratively-determined treatment plan. We value transparency in the treatment process, as well as a warm, interactive approach. You can expect your therapist to provide specific recommendations for your care.
High School Aged Group; Runs September 2024 through the academic year. Groups provide a safe environment to learn, discuss and practice each of the skills within the four modules of DBT (Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Interpersonal Effectiveness). Members can expect an engaging environment and accompanying workbook to personalize their learnings and get the most from their group experience.
It takes tremendous courage to begin the process of establishing a psychotherapy. In enhancing self-awareness we can learn how to cope and contend with many of life's challenges - and to begin to live with more ease. As a licensed Clinical Psychologist, I use evidence-based practices in an integrative way, tailoring treatment for individuals based on a shared and on-going discussion of lived experiences, inherent strengths, personal preferences, and psychological needs.
This High School Aged group runs from September 2024 for 24 weeks (through the Academic Year). The group provides a safe environment to connect, learn, discuss and practice each of the skills within the four modules of DBT (Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness). Members can expect an engaging environment and accompany workbook to clarify and individualize their goals, and get the most out of their group experience.
Hosted by Birch Hill Behavioral Health, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02481
Birch Hill Behavioral Health (BHBH) is a specialty group practice, offering thoughtful and tailored evidence-based treatments for adolescents and adults presenting with unique backgrounds, preferences, strengths, and challenges. We strive for a thorough understanding of our clients, their symptoms and concerns, and their expressed goals. This informs an individualized, integrative, and collaboratively-determined treatment plan. We value transparency in the treatment process, as well as a warm, interactive approach. You can expect your therapist to provide specific recommendations for your care.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in 02481?
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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.