Support Groups in East Haven, CT
New Groups Forming! Mothering in 2024 Wellness Series. Contact Nina for more information on details of upcoming openings at (475) 271-1764.

Hosted by Nina Sutton
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Haven, CT 06513
If someone asks you how you think you’re doing in your life, what would you say? We may see signs that our life has gotten off course. Sometimes, others share their concerns for us, but we believe we can manage it ourselves. I meet each client where they are on their journey. Some have endured a difficult past or ongoing stress. Others have been through a traumatic event such as an accident, or the loss of a loved one through death or a break-up. Often, we don't recognize the impact of emotional toll, disguised as anxiety or other symptoms. My work helps you to connect the dots, providing support as you (re)build your best life.
In this online group you will be provided strategies and education to help you manage your recovery. In addition, you have time to interact with your peers to give and receive support. This group is starting in February 2024 and will be faciitated by Danielle Glick, LPC. Please reach out if you are interested.

Hosted by Sound Health and Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Haven, CT 06513
Are you struggling with all of the stressors life is bringing into your personal life? Are you having relationship problems, self-esteem issues or problems with your work/career? You aren't alone. The world is bringing a great deal of uncertainty to us and we are having even more day to day mental health problems. Anxiety and Depression can sneak up on us and make our lives feel unmanageable. Life transitions, Divorce or breakups, Losses and Traumas happen to us all. At Sound Health and Wellness we help you to heal, to make new choices and learn how to cope with all of these issues in your life so you can start feeling good again.
In this online group you will receive education, information and tools and strategies to manage and develop ease in this new stage of Parenthood. The group will be interactive and you will have the opportunity to share with other new mothers and give and receive support.

Hosted by Sound Health and Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Haven, CT 06513
Are you struggling with all of the stressors life is bringing into your personal life? Are you having relationship problems, self-esteem issues or problems with your work/career? You aren't alone. The world is bringing a great deal of uncertainty to us and we are having even more day to day mental health problems. Anxiety and Depression can sneak up on us and make our lives feel unmanageable. Life transitions, Divorce or breakups, Losses and Traumas happen to us all. At Sound Health and Wellness we help you to heal, to make new choices and learn how to cope with all of these issues in your life so you can start feeling good again.
This is an online support group for teens who have family members experiencing cancer. Discussions are encouraged re. the feelings they are dealing with in relation to the cancer experience at home as well as about all teen-focused relationship, school and peer stressors. Led by Danielle Glick, Licensed Professional Counselor

Hosted by Sound Health and Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Haven, CT 06513
Are you struggling with all of the stressors life is bringing into your personal life? Are you having relationship problems, self-esteem issues or problems with your work/career? You aren't alone. The world is bringing a great deal of uncertainty to us and we are having even more day to day mental health problems. Anxiety and Depression can sneak up on us and make our lives feel unmanageable. Life transitions, Divorce or breakups, Losses and Traumas happen to us all. At Sound Health and Wellness we help you to heal, to make new choices and learn how to cope with all of these issues in your life so you can start feeling good again.
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Now offering virtual supervision to Master's-level individuals seeking to gain licensure hours towards LCSW or LPC.

Hosted by Ashley D. Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Middlebury, CT 06762
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from your goals? Life can leave you exhausted, uncertain of your next step, or carrying the burden of past experiences. As a Doctor of Social Work with extensive experience in clinical practice, trauma education, and advocacy, I provide a supportive space for high school and college students, young adults, and older individuals to process and manage stress, anxiety, depression, and grief. Beyond the therapy room, I actively collaborate to ensure you can access support and critical resources. My goal is to help you reclaim your narrative and develop the tools to move forward with purpose.
Cortes Counseling offers Master of Social Work Supervision to both MSW Interns and MSW/LMSW graduates looking to gain clinical experience in the field of mental health counseling. For students currently enrolled in a MSW Program, this opportunity will serve as their clinical field placement and to accrue their internship hours; and for students who have graduated with a Master of Social Work who will commence their professional careers at Cortes Counseling, this opportunity will serve as clinical hours toward their LCSW. Individual Supervision/Consulting is also offered upon request. Contact us today to discuss rates and availability.

Hosted by Joshua Cortes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bethany, CT 06524
I am the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Cortes Counseling; our clinical private practice's specializations and expertise are in: anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma/PTSD, career counseling, psycho-religious counseling, couples & marriage counseling, separation & divorce, child & family therapy, and parenting counseling. We also offer generalists and specialists services with expertise in differentiated diagnoses and prognoses ranging from mild to severe mental health disorders and/or substance use disorders. We Service all of New Haven County and Fairfield County areas.
Family therapy, substance abuse group counseling & bariatric surgery group services

Hosted by George J Hajjar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Prospect, CT 06712
It is absolutely amazing what therapy can do for you. We will help you greatly in meeting your personal, family and life goals. My colleagues and I are well credentialed and experienced. We continue to utilize both classical therapies and newer dynamic therapies. We specialize in treating depression and anxiety, substance abuse and addictions, individual and relationship issues, adolescents and families. We employ insight oriented therapies, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectic behavior therapy, motivational interviewing and more. We incorporate experienced, educated advice on exercise, nutrition, meditation and more.
Reforming! Ongoing small-group therapy. Maximum size of 8. New members incorporated when possible.
Women share their history when ready, are non-judgemental, provide caring & understanding support and encouragement, offer experience-based suggestions of alternatives. Current stressors are discussed as well. Impact has been positive and powerful!
Groupworker, Herb Rosenfield, LCSW, has facilitated survivors' groups for >20 years. Having a sensitive, appropriate male therapist whom group members grew to trust has been quite valuable and healing, members have indicated.
Interested women can call 203 271-1234 in Cheshire.

Hosted by Adolescent & Family Counseling Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cheshire, CT 06410
I am Linda Rosenfield, LCSW, Intake Coordinator. Our goal & service mark since 1980: "Helping You Solve Life's Problems". Clients have ability & answers within themselves; our role is to help you see alternatives and have self-confidence to make healthy changes. I'm proud of our clients and our success in helping them to heal & grow. CT licensed clinicians with varied backgrounds, skills, degrees, & expertise: ADHD; Anger Management; Anxiety; Behavior problems; Couples'; Depression; Early childhood; Educational; Grief; Hypnotherapy; Medical Issues; Parenting; PTSD; Sex Abuse/Incest Survivors; Stress Management; Smoke-ending; & more!
The struggles young people face today are numerous; whether it’s finding a meaningful career, work/life balance, managing finances, securing affordable housing, or navigating romantic relationships in the age of social media – it’s evident that Generation Z has much to contend with and discuss. This therapeutic support group aims to engage young adults (ages 18 - 26) who are adjusting to new expectations and realities. The group serves as a supportive and nurturing space, designed to promote emotional and social growth and help with navigating the common yet stressful growing pains experienced during this time in one's life.

Hosted by Dr. Ashley L. Donovan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamden, CT 06518
I am fascinated by the human condition and enjoy engaging in the process of building insight and awareness. I utilize a strength based perspective and humanistic approach, which emphasizes empathy, self-determination, and unconditional positive regard. With nearly fifteen years of clinical experience providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families in outpatient and home-based settings, I have embraced the concept of pedagogical reciprocity and enter each therapeutic interaction with the expectation to both learn from and guide others. - Limited late morning availability
A free virtual Health & Wellness support group for pregnant and postpartum mothers in New Haven, CT county.

Hosted by Apparent Health and Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, AFPA-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Prospect, CT 06712
Are you pregnant or gave birth within the past year? I specialize in working with adolescent and adult pregnant/postpartum women who experience a wide range of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs). As a Clinical Social Worker and founder of Apparent Health & Wellness, LLC, I offer a holistic approach (Mind, Body and Spirit) towards each woman's unique journey into motherhood. With over 15 years of experience working with new mothers and families, I utilize a multi-modal, clinical approach to for treating PMADs, along with safe prenatal/postpartum exercise and mindfulness-based meditation.
Group Psychotherapy with emphasis on relationship improvement and self-awareness in relationship.

Hosted by Michelle A Collins-Greene
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, CGP, AGPA-F
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamden, CT 06517
Currently I am only accepting clients for group psychotherapy. It includes 2 sessions of individual intakes before joining a group. I have been in private practice for 35 years treating a wide range of personal and emotional issues for professionals, artists, creative individuals, young adult women, mothers, career women, men in relationships, teenagers in stressful family relationships, parents wanting to improve parent-child relationships of all ages, and couples. I am a Certified Group therapist and Board certified in Group Psychotherapy. I have an ongoing Women's Group in the evening.
Specifically and only for parents who have lost children to substance overdose. This group provides a safe space for parents who are not only dealing with the death of their child, but are also experiencing the stigma and alienation that they face because of the cause of their child's death. There is no charge for this group that meets the first Monday of every month from 7:00 - 8:30. Phone consult required prior to first meeting.

Hosted by Phyllis Gordon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wallingford, CT 06492
For some, therapy can be a threatening move; for others, a sanctuary. If you are looking for relief from the pain of life's struggles and losses, I believe I can be of help. We will discuss your concerns, fears, expectations and best course of action to meet your goals.

Hosted by Rev. Edward F Cornell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Guilford, CT 06437
A 12-session group for women 55+ now forming for celebration, healing, and community. Please reach out for more details.

Hosted by Ashley Warner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD-P
Verified Verified
Group meets in Guilford, CT 06437
For over 20 years, I’ve helped people with two types of goals: 1. Personal Growth. You feel pretty good, even great, yet it seems like something's missing. Or perhaps you’re navigating a new level of success and could use some solid and creative support. 2. Challenges and transitions. You may be dealing with past or recent trauma; anxiety; depression; feelings of emptiness; relationship difficulties; artistic impasse; chronic or terminal illness; existential anxiety; or other concerns.
Parenting through Divorce is one of the most difficult things anyone will do. In this group we will talk about skills and techniques to help ourselves and our children through the transition

Hosted by Rachel Dobin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamden, CT 06517
Are you a divorced parent struggling to make a parenting plan that meets your children’s needs? Does every conversation with your ex end in an argument? Do you want to find a way to co-parent effectively but feel exhausted by the divorce process? When you’re divorcing and have children, making decisions about parenting time and duties can be daunting. You have to have these conversations with someone you struggle to communicate with. You and your former spouse can create new, fulfilling lives while raising happy, healthy children with the proper support.
We offer a Graduate group for individuals whom have completed DBT Skills training and are working towards generalizing the acquired skills to their lives, while engaging in continued group support. Grad Group offers the opportunity for individuals to provide DBT-informed feedback to one another, practice mindfulness, and commit to goals each session to support their living meaningful lives.This group is offered to adolescents (in person, in Madison office) and virtually for young adults.

Hosted by Shoreline Psychological
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, CT 06443
We are multi-disciplinary practice focused on helping individuals create meaningful lives. We use a compassionate, evidence-based approach for a range of psychological challenges across the life-span, including anxiety, depression, OCD and relational issues. We believe that by combining compassion and commitment, together we can help individuals, couples, and familiies overcome the obstacles to living their lives to their full potential. Our work focuses on helping people understand themselves, relate better to others, while they learn new skills to cope with emotion, and think and behave more effectively.
Divorce is an intensely stressful experience for all children, regardless of age or developmental level. The pain children experience is compounded by a sense of vulnerability and grief. During this time of sadness and change, children often feel alone as parents struggle with their own reactions to the divorce. This group helps participants identify and understand their feelings about their parents' divorce. They will learn positive coping skills to manage feelings of anger, sadness, loss, self-blame and conflicted loyalty. The group helps to decrease anxiety and worry about family circumstances and promote positive adjustment to changes within the family.

Hosted by Mindy McNerney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Southbury, CT 06488
I bring to our therapeutic relationship over 25 years of experience working with children, teens, adults and families. As a therapist I am deeply invested in my clients’ unique stories. It is my goal to help them develop insight into the ways that their past and present intersect with their neurobiology while also uncovering the narrative they developed as a way to make sense of their experiences. This takes us to a space of understanding and connection which is often where change happens.
This group is the New Haven Lyme Support Group and we meet at the New Haven Public Library. The times and dates depend on the amount of people who sign up. For more information you can contact: 203 684 3184

Hosted by Oliver Taeb
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LMFT, LADC, CHT
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Haven, CT 06510
For an appointment text 203-214-7226. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with more than 22 years experience, I believe the best way to conduct therapy is through understanding the relationship you have with yourself first. This relationship then translates to happier connections with others including parents, spouse, partner, and co-dependent relations including various addictions. By improving your relationships in all aspects of your life, you will see results in decreasing your anxieties and depression. Accepting HUSKY, BCBS, etc.
Joining a grief and trauma support group can be a deeply healing experience, providing a safe space to share your feelings, connect with others who understand, and learn coping strategies. I specialize in grief & trauma support with teachings on grief psychoeducation.

Hosted by Althilia Moore Lpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, PhD can, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Meriden, CT 06450
Are you searching to embrace all of you? Have you experienced a traumatic event or lost a loved one due to health disparity, mental illness, experiencing racial conflict, divorce, high stressors, incarcerated, loss of a pet, etc.? Well, if so, I am here to meet you where you are. Have you questioned yourself and your answer is why? Together let's explore your "How?"
A coping skills group to help tweens and teens build strategies for managing emotions and behaviors. Learning objectives: • to identify and understand thinking patterns & emotions • to develop skills to manage strong emotions • to create personalized coping skills tool kits • to understand how to increase positive feelings and reduce negative feelings • to introduce the practice of mindfulness. Kid are placed by age and assessed for group appropriateness.

Hosted by Shoreline Psychological
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madison, CT 06443
We are multi-disciplinary practice focused on helping individuals create meaningful lives. We use a compassionate, evidence-based approach for a range of psychological challenges across the life-span, including anxiety, depression, OCD and relational issues. We believe that by combining compassion and commitment, together we can help individuals, couples, and familiies overcome the obstacles to living their lives to their full potential. Our work focuses on helping people understand themselves, relate better to others, while they learn new skills to cope with emotion, and think and behave more effectively.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in East Haven?
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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.