Support Groups in 12508
A group where individuals working through grief, come together and cook recipes and talk about food that reminds them of lost loved ones. Visit the url for more info at www.cookingandremembering.com

A group where individuals working through grief, come together and cook recipes and talk about food that reminds them of lost loved ones. Visit the url for more info at www.cookingandremembering.com
Explore the caretaker/infant relationship through movement, play, songs and story. Meredith Casimiro, a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist, will guide you through developmentally appropriate movement that may encourage bonding, connection and play. Parents and caregivers will have space to connect, ask questions and share their care taking experiences. infants: encouraging bonding and connection soothing and regulating nervous systems in the parent/infant dyad, digestion solutions, tummy time and more. crawlers/approaching walkers: encouraging bonding and connection, developmentally appropriate play/movement and songs, and more. Walkers: exploring independence and bonding through movement, play, songs and stories.

Explore the caretaker/infant relationship through movement, play, songs and story. Meredith Casimiro, a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist, will guide you through developmentally appropriate movement that may encourage bonding, connection and play. Parents and caregivers will have space to connect, ask questions and share their care taking experiences. infants: encouraging bonding and connection soothing and regulating nervous systems in the parent/infant dyad, digestion solutions, tummy time and more. crawlers/approaching walkers: encouraging bonding and connection, developmentally appropriate play/movement and songs, and more. Walkers: exploring independence and bonding through movement, play, songs and stories.
Throughout all ages and cultures, traditional circle dances were used to honor the divine, to heal, to affirm connection to the earth and each other, to build community and celebrate rites of passages and life transitions. The danced patterns illuminate the web of these connections. It is where personal and universal healing can occur. We will use the traditional dances as a platform for heightening awareness of body/self, self to community and self to cosmos. The expressive and improvisational aspects of Dance/Movement Therapy will support further exploration.

Throughout all ages and cultures, traditional circle dances were used to honor the divine, to heal, to affirm connection to the earth and each other, to build community and celebrate rites of passages and life transitions. The danced patterns illuminate the web of these connections. It is where personal and universal healing can occur. We will use the traditional dances as a platform for heightening awareness of body/self, self to community and self to cosmos. The expressive and improvisational aspects of Dance/Movement Therapy will support further exploration.
Elizabeth Mintzer : is the Creator and Director of an extraordinary and highly successful approach historically housed in a thriving center, in Manhattan where individuals or couples are taught skills needed to have their group thrive for many years to follow, once a week without a therapist or any financial costs Note : A Room of My Own Groups are not psychotherapy groups Please contact Director Elizabeth Mintzer LCSW R 917 - 273-6510. Best to all

Hosted by Elizabeth Jane Mintzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Group meets in Beacon, NY 12508
Elizabeth Mintzer : is the Creator and Director of an extraordinary and highly successful approach historically housed in a thriving center, in Manhattan where individuals or couples are taught skills needed to have their group thrive for many years to follow, once a week without a therapist or any financial costs Note : A Room of My Own Groups are not psychotherapy groups Please contact Director Elizabeth Mintzer LCSW R 917 - 273-6510. Best to all
An 8 week group series providing empowering support for girls’ health and wellbeing - body, mind, and spirit - during the amazing and challenging journey into adolescence and young womanhood. The focus of this group will be on cultivating positive body image, building inner strength, emotional/ physical/spiritual/social health and wellbeing, healthy sexuality, creative expression, and self respect. Dance/movement therapy and other creative art concepts will be at the core. Through a playful and safe atmosphere we will engage in a variety of activities-including dance & creative arts, rights of passage, journal writing/ drawing, beading, guided imagery, and ecotherapy.

An 8 week group series providing empowering support for girls’ health and wellbeing - body, mind, and spirit - during the amazing and challenging journey into adolescence and young womanhood. The focus of this group will be on cultivating positive body image, building inner strength, emotional/ physical/spiritual/social health and wellbeing, healthy sexuality, creative expression, and self respect. Dance/movement therapy and other creative art concepts will be at the core. Through a playful and safe atmosphere we will engage in a variety of activities-including dance & creative arts, rights of passage, journal writing/ drawing, beading, guided imagery, and ecotherapy.
Psychodynamic group psychotherapy can help you to create positive changes in intimacy, creativity and self-esteem. It can help to identify goals to decrease depression and anxiety and increase a sense of connection and well-being. It can also help you to challenge old beliefs and behavioral patterns, and experience yourself in a new, happier and healthier way.

Psychodynamic group psychotherapy can help you to create positive changes in intimacy, creativity and self-esteem. It can help to identify goals to decrease depression and anxiety and increase a sense of connection and well-being. It can also help you to challenge old beliefs and behavioral patterns, and experience yourself in a new, happier and healthier way.

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Age specific groups that address several areas and topics like confidence and courage, anxiety and stress, loss and trauma as well as social interactions and emotional regulation skills. Groups held various days and times of the week as week as well as weekends and time out of school.

Hosted by Melissa Bianchini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Age specific groups that address several areas and topics like confidence and courage, anxiety and stress, loss and trauma as well as social interactions and emotional regulation skills. Groups held various days and times of the week as week as well as weekends and time out of school.
This ongoing support group is meant to connect teens in a safe and non-judgemental environment. Teens will be able to express and work through tough emotions, while learning some of the most important skills for emotional regulation, building healthy relationships, and learning to tolerate some of the negative parts of life! Increase mindfulness and happiness, learn how to improve interpersonal communication, understand how to regulate and manage emotions, survive and manage crises, & navigate stress!

This ongoing support group is meant to connect teens in a safe and non-judgemental environment. Teens will be able to express and work through tough emotions, while learning some of the most important skills for emotional regulation, building healthy relationships, and learning to tolerate some of the negative parts of life! Increase mindfulness and happiness, learn how to improve interpersonal communication, understand how to regulate and manage emotions, survive and manage crises, & navigate stress!
Omnia Psychotherapy Group is a Telehealth-exclusive private practice dedicated to compassionate, client-centered care. Specializing in psychodynamic and relational therapy, Omnia provides a supportive space for individuals navigating life's complexities, including anxiety and depression, relationship issues, and grief and loss. We believe in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship, fostering growth and healing through approaches tailored to your personal needs. Accessible from the comfort of your home, our Telehealth services ensure convenience without compromising quality of care. At Omnia, we honor the uniqueness of every client, guiding them toward deeper self-awareness, emotional resilience, and meaningful change.

Hosted by Brianna Laricchia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC, PGSS-C
Group meets in Thornwood, NY 10594
Omnia Psychotherapy Group is a Telehealth-exclusive private practice dedicated to compassionate, client-centered care. Specializing in psychodynamic and relational therapy, Omnia provides a supportive space for individuals navigating life's complexities, including anxiety and depression, relationship issues, and grief and loss. We believe in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship, fostering growth and healing through approaches tailored to your personal needs. Accessible from the comfort of your home, our Telehealth services ensure convenience without compromising quality of care. At Omnia, we honor the uniqueness of every client, guiding them toward deeper self-awareness, emotional resilience, and meaningful change.
Experiential Therapy and Psychodrama encourage spontaneity and creativity in the many roles in our lives. In this group, clients can explore their pasts, their presents and their futures in a safe and supportive environment, healing old wounds and moving forward with courage. This group is beneficial for people dealing with: Anxiety, Depression, Isolation, Recovery from addiction, Relationship difficulties, Transitions, Career changes Separation/divorce, Grief/loss, Parenting, Creative blocks and Sexual, physical and emotional abuse. Please contact me for more information.

Experiential Therapy and Psychodrama encourage spontaneity and creativity in the many roles in our lives. In this group, clients can explore their pasts, their presents and their futures in a safe and supportive environment, healing old wounds and moving forward with courage. This group is beneficial for people dealing with: Anxiety, Depression, Isolation, Recovery from addiction, Relationship difficulties, Transitions, Career changes Separation/divorce, Grief/loss, Parenting, Creative blocks and Sexual, physical and emotional abuse. Please contact me for more information.
Authentic movement is a self-directed form of dance/movement therapy that bridges the unconscious to the conscious. It invites participants to listen intently to the self and follow a movement impulse, in the presence of a witness. It is a remarkable experience for those who wish to connect to their inner selves, strengthen the wisdom of the body, and facilitate personal growth. No prior experience required.

Authentic movement is a self-directed form of dance/movement therapy that bridges the unconscious to the conscious. It invites participants to listen intently to the self and follow a movement impulse, in the presence of a witness. It is a remarkable experience for those who wish to connect to their inner selves, strengthen the wisdom of the body, and facilitate personal growth. No prior experience required.
I have groups to support those entering or newly in their retirement. Working together, we express and explore your feelings, to help you make this new phase of life a happy and productive one. I have grief support groups to help those going through this process. Working together, we respectfully express and explore your feelings in a comfortable way, and help you enter this new phase of your life.

I have groups to support those entering or newly in their retirement. Working together, we express and explore your feelings, to help you make this new phase of life a happy and productive one. I have grief support groups to help those going through this process. Working together, we respectfully express and explore your feelings in a comfortable way, and help you enter this new phase of your life.
Experiential Therapy and Psychodrama encourage spontaneity and creativity in the many roles in our lives. In this group, clients can explore their pasts, their presents and their futures in a safe and supportive environment, healing old wounds and moving forward with courage. This group is beneficial for people dealing with: Anxiety, Depression, Isolation, Recovery from addiction, Relationship difficulties, Transitions, Career changes Separation/divorce, Grief/loss, Parenting, Creative blocks and Sexual, physical and emotional abuse.

Hosted by Jennifer Salimbene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC, TEP
Group meets in Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Experiential Therapy and Psychodrama encourage spontaneity and creativity in the many roles in our lives. In this group, clients can explore their pasts, their presents and their futures in a safe and supportive environment, healing old wounds and moving forward with courage. This group is beneficial for people dealing with: Anxiety, Depression, Isolation, Recovery from addiction, Relationship difficulties, Transitions, Career changes Separation/divorce, Grief/loss, Parenting, Creative blocks and Sexual, physical and emotional abuse.
This group helps clients reflect on themselves and the issues that makes them angry. Through deep discussions and positive therapeutic strategies clients learn how to target their triggers, what phrases, gestures or behaviors are shown before the situations gets out of control. Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and or Solution Focused Brief therapy clients learn the tools to identify their triggers and learn strategies to help avoid or be able to control their emotions before it escalates.

This group helps clients reflect on themselves and the issues that makes them angry. Through deep discussions and positive therapeutic strategies clients learn how to target their triggers, what phrases, gestures or behaviors are shown before the situations gets out of control. Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and or Solution Focused Brief therapy clients learn the tools to identify their triggers and learn strategies to help avoid or be able to control their emotions before it escalates.
Using films, poems , drawing (you do not need to be an artist for this!), we come together to discuss various themes such as work/life balance, caregiving, relationship issues, etc. We spend time meditating, creating and talking about the evenings topic

Using films, poems , drawing (you do not need to be an artist for this!), we come together to discuss various themes such as work/life balance, caregiving, relationship issues, etc. We spend time meditating, creating and talking about the evenings topic
SYNC Psychological Services PLLC, is a comprehensive private group psychotherapy practice and clinical training facility based in Manhattan. We provide a variety of services to a diverse clientele via telehealth and in-person therapy in our Flatiron Offices (satellite offices in Syracuse and Kingston, NY). The group practice includes licensed psychologists, psychoanalysts, social workers, creative arts therapists, and trainees–a diverse and compassionate group of clinicians, serving adults, adolescents, couples, and families. The environment at SYNC is warm, flexible, collaborative, innovative, and creative.

SYNC Psychological Services PLLC, is a comprehensive private group psychotherapy practice and clinical training facility based in Manhattan. We provide a variety of services to a diverse clientele via telehealth and in-person therapy in our Flatiron Offices (satellite offices in Syracuse and Kingston, NY). The group practice includes licensed psychologists, psychoanalysts, social workers, creative arts therapists, and trainees–a diverse and compassionate group of clinicians, serving adults, adolescents, couples, and families. The environment at SYNC is warm, flexible, collaborative, innovative, and creative.
Six week group series will take place once per season. Participants can re-enroll at the beginning of each new series. Group Therapy provides not just one, but many sources of support, validation, and understanding. Group members learn how to talk about their trauma with less shame, transforming their victimization into empowerment. There will also be opportunity for in person workshops in the near future.

Hosted by Natalie Gmora-Nyman
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, RDT, CCTP
Group meets in Newburgh, NY 12550
Six week group series will take place once per season. Participants can re-enroll at the beginning of each new series. Group Therapy provides not just one, but many sources of support, validation, and understanding. Group members learn how to talk about their trauma with less shame, transforming their victimization into empowerment. There will also be opportunity for in person workshops in the near future.
A support group for children age 8-12 who live with a single parent, have experienced divorce, separation, or the death of a parent. This group gives children a safe space to talk about their experience with parental divorce/separation/loss while also giving them the opportunity to hear the experiences of other children in similar situations. Children will be able to engage in problem solving and learn coping skills for dealing with divorce/separation/loss.

A support group for children age 8-12 who live with a single parent, have experienced divorce, separation, or the death of a parent. This group gives children a safe space to talk about their experience with parental divorce/separation/loss while also giving them the opportunity to hear the experiences of other children in similar situations. Children will be able to engage in problem solving and learn coping skills for dealing with divorce/separation/loss.
Are you tired of struggling with your preoccupation with body image? In this group, we’ll create a safe, non-judgmental space where you will release guilt and shame that you’ve been carrying in your body. We will use writing and music as prompts to foster deep insight and self-compassion. Together we will awaken the desire to truly heal and become free to build a life of authentic identity. We’ll meet virtually each week and in-person for one or two transformative workshops with a music therapist. Group starts in January. Flexible fee for documented need.

Hosted by Marisol Kaminski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Mount Kisco, NY 10549
Are you tired of struggling with your preoccupation with body image? In this group, we’ll create a safe, non-judgmental space where you will release guilt and shame that you’ve been carrying in your body. We will use writing and music as prompts to foster deep insight and self-compassion. Together we will awaken the desire to truly heal and become free to build a life of authentic identity. We’ll meet virtually each week and in-person for one or two transformative workshops with a music therapist. Group starts in January. Flexible fee for documented need.
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How can I find a support group in 12508?
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Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
How does group therapy work?
Group therapy is led by one or more trained therapists and provides a space where participants can process their experiences and learn from others facing similar challenges. Groups may focus on a specific issue—such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, or caregiving—or they may center around a particular therapeutic approach, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), social skill development, or Exposure Therapy. Some groups are also designed for specific populations, such as teens, veterans, or LGBTQ+ individuals.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Group therapy offers several important benefits. It brings together people facing similar challenges—whether related to mental health, physical health, or life transitions—and creates a supportive environment where participants can exchange feedback, share experiences, and learn from one another. Hearing different perspectives can help individuals discover new coping strategies and practical tools they may not have encountered on their own. Sharing personal experiences, such as coping with a serious illness or navigating family struggles, can also reduce feelings of isolation and foster a sense of connection and understanding. In addition to emotional support, group members often gain useful, real-world advice from peers who have faced similar situations.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioral exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioral exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
It is difficult to make a blanket statement about the effectiveness of support groups, as they vary widely in focus and the conditions they address. However, support groups can be highly valuable in helping individuals gain emotional support and achieve meaningful treatment outcomes. For certain conditions, such as substance use, research has shown that group therapy can be particularly effective—sometimes just as effective as individual therapy—in supporting long-term recovery.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group therapy is typically less expensive than individual therapy, with sessions typically costing between $50 and $75 each. In comparison, individual therapy can cost anywhere from $100 to $200 or more per session, even with insurance. Some therapists or organizations offer low-cost or free group therapy options, particularly through community centers or nonprofit organizations. In some cases, groups may require payment upfront for a set number of sessions, such as paying for six weekly sessions at the first meeting. However, many providers offer payment plans to help make participation more accessible if this upfront payment is required.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, insurance coverage for group therapy varies based on factors such as your specific insurance plan, the purpose of the group, your diagnosis, and whether the group provider is in-network. Many insurance plans cover group therapy sessions that address diagnosable mental health conditions, such as substance use disorders, anxiety, or depression.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of each group therapy session typically ranges from 45 minutes to two hours, depending on the therapy approach, the group’s goals, and how often the group meets. In some cases, group therapy is part of a larger treatment program, such as an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), where group sessions complement individual therapy and are scheduled as part of the program’s overall structure.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups offer many benefits, but they also have certain limitations. Unlike therapy groups, many support groups do not provide formal therapeutic treatment and are not led by licensed mental health professionals. For individuals seeking clinical treatment for specific mental health diagnoses—such as depression, eating disorders, or substance use—individual therapy or group therapy led by a licensed professional may offer more personalized and specialized care.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.