Better Relationships Therapy Group
This is a dynamic, interactive group that focuses on interpersonal growth, improving relationships and increasing self-esteem. You will learn to speak clearly and directly to others which leads to feeling more secure in your sense of self. Group can act ...
Hosted by Teresa Solomita
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, NCPsyA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brooklyn, NY 11238
This is a dynamic, interactive group that focuses on interpersonal growth, improving relationships and increasing self-esteem. You will learn to speak clearly and directly to others which leads to feeling more secure in your sense of self. Group can act ...
Creating A Connection - Body Image Group
Hosted by Lauren Fabrizio
Art Therapist, MPS, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10016
Adult Gay Male IFS informed psychotherapy Group
This group is for higher functioning adult gay men, ages 28 to 60 plus, using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) modality (https://ifs-institute.co m/about-us). The group has been in existence since 2003, is open to new members and takes place on ...
Hosted by Ken Voorhees
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10011
This group is for higher functioning adult gay men, ages 28 to 60 plus, using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) modality (https://ifs-institute.co m/about-us). The group has been in existence since 2003, is open to new members and takes place on ...
Men's issues in today's culture
My small group offers men a safe place to vent and deal with the pressures of MeToo, job issues, relationship demands and modern life's expectations. By supporting each members' personal and emotional story, we help explore conflicts and suggest healtier ...
Hosted by Steven Cooperman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, MBA
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10028
My small group offers men a safe place to vent and deal with the pressures of MeToo, job issues, relationship demands and modern life's expectations. By supporting each members' personal and emotional story, we help explore conflicts and suggest healtier ...
Parents of Kids with Sensory & Autism Disorders
There are unique challenges facing parents that are raising kids with special needs. On the one hand, we endure some serious and painful losses. We face myriad challenges in handling people's expectations and perceptions of our kids. Our own insecurities ...
Hosted by Margaret Summer
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10001
There are unique challenges facing parents that are raising kids with special needs. On the one hand, we endure some serious and painful losses. We face myriad challenges in handling people's expectations and perceptions of our kids. Our own insecurities ...
Intimacy Challenge for Men in Sexual Recovery
Ongoing weekly group for men recovering from sexual compulsive/ addictive behavior; porn/affairs/massage parlors/romantic obsessions and intimacy avoidance. Face the relational, physical and emotional consequences of behavior, learn ways to alter the course of addictive cycle, prevent relapse and develop healthy ...
Ongoing weekly group for men recovering from sexual compulsive/ addictive behavior; porn/affairs/massage parlors/romantic obsessions and intimacy avoidance. Face the relational, physical and emotional consequences of behavior, learn ways to alter the course of addictive cycle, prevent relapse and develop healthy ...
Relational/Interpersonal Process Group for Men
This Interpersonal Process Group is a space to gain further insight into your relational and emotional tendencies with others, get and give direct feedback, try on new roles/ways of being/greater authenticity with others, and cultivate an intimate community with other ...
This Interpersonal Process Group is a space to gain further insight into your relational and emotional tendencies with others, get and give direct feedback, try on new roles/ways of being/greater authenticity with others, and cultivate an intimate community with other ...
Mens Group
The group meets on Wednesdays 8-9:30pm at 156 Fifth Ave. I encourage new members to speak freely about their concerns, or remain silent and eventually begin to discuss thoughts and feelings with the group. The leader, along with the members ...
Hosted by Howard Danelowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10010
The group meets on Wednesdays 8-9:30pm at 156 Fifth Ave. I encourage new members to speak freely about their concerns, or remain silent and eventually begin to discuss thoughts and feelings with the group. The leader, along with the members ...
Men's Sexual Addiction Group
Find help if you struggle with pornography addiction or sexual addiction. Group is 100% confidential. This is a men's only group.
Find help if you struggle with pornography addiction or sexual addiction. Group is 100% confidential. This is a men's only group.
Body Wisdom Support Group (Virtual, starts 1/10)
Do you feel dissatisfied with your body size? Have you attempted to fight this discomfort through diets, food restriction, exercising past your body's limits, or what may feel like overeating? This group intends to help build community, break down diet ...
Hosted by Maryann Bavisotto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Amherst, NY 14226
Do you feel dissatisfied with your body size? Have you attempted to fight this discomfort through diets, food restriction, exercising past your body's limits, or what may feel like overeating? This group intends to help build community, break down diet ...
Young Adult Ongoing Recovery Group
Led by a Certified Group Psychotherapist (CGP), this open, ongoing, young adult psychotherapy group is for those ages 18 to 29 in ongoing recovery and focusing on life stage related challenges. Participants will gain a better understanding of themselves and ...
Hosted by Danielle M Porto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10001
Led by a Certified Group Psychotherapist (CGP), this open, ongoing, young adult psychotherapy group is for those ages 18 to 29 in ongoing recovery and focusing on life stage related challenges. Participants will gain a better understanding of themselves and ...
Social Art Expression (Teens & PreTeens)
Connect with others as we share our passion for creativity! Skills we are focusing on: Make new friends, accepting criticism and differences, how to work as a group, communicating limits, boundaries in relationships, understanding actions effect others, forgiveness and taking ...
Hosted by Nicole Marchese
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint James, NY 11780
Connect with others as we share our passion for creativity! Skills we are focusing on: Make new friends, accepting criticism and differences, how to work as a group, communicating limits, boundaries in relationships, understanding actions effect others, forgiveness and taking ...
Survivors of Sexual Trauma
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 ...
Hosted by Natalie Gmora-Nyman
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, RDT, CCTP
Verified Verified
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 ...
Stress and Anxiety Support Teens(ages 14-16)
Experiential group for teens exhibiting signs of stress and anxiety. Insurance and generous sliding scale based on individual circumstances (no one turned away based on finances).
Hosted by Chelsea Rissner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10003
Experiential group for teens exhibiting signs of stress and anxiety. Insurance and generous sliding scale based on individual circumstances (no one turned away based on finances).
Motivation For Success
The participants will explore perceptions of success, look at roadblocks which interfere with objectives, focus on strengths and strategize steps to take toward success in business and in interpersonal relationships.
Hosted by Carol Lerner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10001
The participants will explore perceptions of success, look at roadblocks which interfere with objectives, focus on strengths and strategize steps to take toward success in business and in interpersonal relationships.
Making Sense of Parenting
Two Groups: For Parents of Children 1-6 and Parents of Middle Schoolers. In this 4 part series we discuss specific issues concerning parenting and child development. While I present certain topics, it also is a space for parents to discover ...
Hosted by Susan Goodman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSJ
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10023
Two Groups: For Parents of Children 1-6 and Parents of Middle Schoolers. In this 4 part series we discuss specific issues concerning parenting and child development. While I present certain topics, it also is a space for parents to discover ...
Clinical Meditation and Imagery Training group
The inner skills of meditation and imagery are essential in time of crisis and uncertainty. Neuroscience now tells us that, in addition to a fear center in our brain, we also have an executive center and a oneness center. The ...
The inner skills of meditation and imagery are essential in time of crisis and uncertainty. Neuroscience now tells us that, in addition to a fear center in our brain, we also have an executive center and a oneness center. The ...
Career Transition Group
This therapy group helps women and men making major career transitions to share feelings and support each other with strategies and insights. The therapist helps members explore deeper issues that may be blocking progress and find ways to move ahead.
Hosted by Lucinda Hotchkiss
Psychologist, PhD, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10023
This therapy group helps women and men making major career transitions to share feelings and support each other with strategies and insights. The therapist helps members explore deeper issues that may be blocking progress and find ways to move ahead.
Perinatal Mood Support Group
At Brooklyn Parent Support, we offer a weekly virtual group, Sundays at 4 pm for mood support during pregnancy and after. Payment is by donation. For information visit brooklynparentsupport.com
Hosted by Rebecca Feldman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CNM, RN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brooklyn, NY 11249
At Brooklyn Parent Support, we offer a weekly virtual group, Sundays at 4 pm for mood support during pregnancy and after. Payment is by donation. For information visit brooklynparentsupport.com
Girls Take Charge
Self-esteem psychotherapy support group for female teens. To increase self-esteem and self-confidence. Learn ability to accept self. Overcome a variety of challenging situations and improve decision making. Work through challenges associated with gossip, friends, boys, bullying, clicks, fitting in, peer ...
Hosted by Kate Keating Maleski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Amherst, NY 14228
Self-esteem psychotherapy support group for female teens. To increase self-esteem and self-confidence. Learn ability to accept self. Overcome a variety of challenging situations and improve decision making. Work through challenges associated with gossip, friends, boys, bullying, clicks, fitting in, peer ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in New York?
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.