In this group, we will explore various roads to recovery from addictions. Everyone is welcome, as long as they are currently seeking some form of recovery and agree not to "use" during the group. It is an All Addictions group since most addictive behaviors share similar traits. The model will also be rolling admission in that new people may join as the group continues. It is encouraged that individuals come on some consistent basis. Feel free to call for more information. I can be reached at 339-999-7250. These groups are offered in my Brookline and Belmont offices.
Hosted by Felix William Treitler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, USTA, USPTA
Group meets in Belmont, MA 02478
In this group, we will explore various roads to recovery from addictions. Everyone is welcome, as long as they are currently seeking some form of recovery and agree not to "use" during the group. It is an All Addictions group since most addictive behaviors share similar traits. The model will also be rolling admission in that new people may join as the group continues. It is encouraged that individuals come on some consistent basis. Feel free to call for more information. I can be reached at 339-999-7250. These groups are offered in my Brookline and Belmont offices.
Join my in-person ACT skills class to cultivate a richer, more meaningful life by skillfully navigating life's challenges. Apply ACT principles—mindfulness, acceptance, cognitive defusion, values, self-as-context, and committed action—to foster psychological flexibility. Embrace the present moment, engage in what's important, and embrace difficult emotions with openness and non-judgment. Acknowledge and accommodate your feelings, creating room for growth. Experience the power of acceptance and self-compassion as you connect deeply with the present and take committed steps toward your values.
Hosted by Jodie O'Malley, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Group meets in Belmont, MA 02478
Join my in-person ACT skills class to cultivate a richer, more meaningful life by skillfully navigating life's challenges. Apply ACT principles—mindfulness, acceptance, cognitive defusion, values, self-as-context, and committed action—to foster psychological flexibility. Embrace the present moment, engage in what's important, and embrace difficult emotions with openness and non-judgment. Acknowledge and accommodate your feelings, creating room for growth. Experience the power of acceptance and self-compassion as you connect deeply with the present and take committed steps toward your values.
Struggling with overwhelming emotions, destructive behaviors, and difficult interpersonal relationships. DBT targets these by enhancing emotional control through skills training and individual therapy, balancing acceptance and change, and teaching adaptive coping strategies. This skills-based, psycho-educational class helps you: Learn mindfulness techniques to stay present. Develop distress tolerance to handle difficult situations. Improve emotion regulation for better emotional stability. Enhance interpersonal effectiveness for healthier relationships. Find a middle path for extremes. Practice radical acceptance and self-compassion. Highly effective for those dealing with borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
Hosted by Jodie O'Malley, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Group meets in Belmont, MA 02478
Struggling with overwhelming emotions, destructive behaviors, and difficult interpersonal relationships. DBT targets these by enhancing emotional control through skills training and individual therapy, balancing acceptance and change, and teaching adaptive coping strategies. This skills-based, psycho-educational class helps you: Learn mindfulness techniques to stay present. Develop distress tolerance to handle difficult situations. Improve emotion regulation for better emotional stability. Enhance interpersonal effectiveness for healthier relationships. Find a middle path for extremes. Practice radical acceptance and self-compassion. Highly effective for those dealing with borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
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This group is for men and women processing difficult feelings associated with change. No one is able to predict the future and life's twists and turns can leave us in a place of uncertainty and indecision. Many individuals are faced with feelings of futility and existential aloneness. This group provides a therapeutic space for individuals to come together with others that are facing similar challenges. The group members will have an opportunity to work together towards resilience, flexibility and learn to experience contentment in the present and hope for the future.
This group is for men and women processing difficult feelings associated with change. No one is able to predict the future and life's twists and turns can leave us in a place of uncertainty and indecision. Many individuals are faced with feelings of futility and existential aloneness. This group provides a therapeutic space for individuals to come together with others that are facing similar challenges. The group members will have an opportunity to work together towards resilience, flexibility and learn to experience contentment in the present and hope for the future.
This group is a BASIC and ADVANCED psychoeducational group broken down into four modules including mindfulness & distress tolerance skills, emotional containment skills, effective communication, and middle path skills. The common thread in all modules is Mindfulness skills, employing current research in NEUROSCIENCE, TRAUMA, and POSITIVE NEUROPLASTICITY. This group is very effective for clients who are looking to get tools to grow personally and emotionally, no particular diagnosis is needed to benefit from tools. This group is used in conjunction with individual therapy. GROUP MEETS ONLINE VIA ZOOM
This group is a BASIC and ADVANCED psychoeducational group broken down into four modules including mindfulness & distress tolerance skills, emotional containment skills, effective communication, and middle path skills. The common thread in all modules is Mindfulness skills, employing current research in NEUROSCIENCE, TRAUMA, and POSITIVE NEUROPLASTICITY. This group is very effective for clients who are looking to get tools to grow personally and emotionally, no particular diagnosis is needed to benefit from tools. This group is used in conjunction with individual therapy. GROUP MEETS ONLINE VIA ZOOM
Group Psychotherapy is a fantastic way to not feel alone as you face difficult truths about yourself and your relationships. Emotional distress can be isolating. It is easy to imagine no one can understand how I am suffering. Come join a vibrant, diverse group focusing on Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Concerns, Unresolved Family of Origin Conflicts & Life Transitions. Patients range in age, gender, sexual orientation, as well as cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Sadly, emotional pain and difficulty coping are universal. It is helpful to process these feelings with others. Group Cost: $150 / session. In Person every Thursday (7:00-8:45PM)
In order to alleviate pain associated with depression, anxiety and eating disorders, my patients and I go on a journey.
Group Psychotherapy is a fantastic way to not feel alone as you face difficult truths about yourself and your relationships. Emotional distress can be isolating. It is easy to imagine no one can understand how I am suffering. Come join a vibrant, diverse group focusing on Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Concerns, Unresolved Family of Origin Conflicts & Life Transitions. Patients range in age, gender, sexual orientation, as well as cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Sadly, emotional pain and difficulty coping are universal. It is helpful to process these feelings with others. Group Cost: $150 / session. In Person every Thursday (7:00-8:45PM)
Childhood trauma is defined as "not good enough" parenting, from overt harm to subtle neglect. Our childhood experiences continue to run us as adults. Research shows that trauma is held in the body, and experiential and relational work is necessary to change this early programming. Amanda Curtin, the groups founder, has developed a step-by step process with concrete tools and exercises that allow deeper change and re-programming to occur. This group is lead by Judith Prebluda. Please see my website for details, and call for a free interview.
Childhood trauma is defined as "not good enough" parenting, from overt harm to subtle neglect. Our childhood experiences continue to run us as adults. Research shows that trauma is held in the body, and experiential and relational work is necessary to change this early programming. Amanda Curtin, the groups founder, has developed a step-by step process with concrete tools and exercises that allow deeper change and re-programming to occur. This group is lead by Judith Prebluda. Please see my website for details, and call for a free interview.
Developed by the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA, the SMART program is a research-proven group program that can help you regain a sense of control over stress. It is an 8-week empirically validated & science-based program for individuals who wish to reduce stress, enhance health and quality of life and reduce negative thinking. Class is traditionally 2 hours long and is offered to adults. The course is conducted virtually on Zoom at this time. Class size ranges between 3-15 people, allowing for a more personable and customizable experience.
You can expect to learn everyday, tangible coping skills to decrease symptoms of anxiety, panic, mild/moderate depression, situational stress, and trauma.
Developed by the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA, the SMART program is a research-proven group program that can help you regain a sense of control over stress. It is an 8-week empirically validated & science-based program for individuals who wish to reduce stress, enhance health and quality of life and reduce negative thinking. Class is traditionally 2 hours long and is offered to adults. The course is conducted virtually on Zoom at this time. Class size ranges between 3-15 people, allowing for a more personable and customizable experience.
This is a supportive group for individuals with anxiety or depression who want to apply mindfulness, compassionate acceptance, and values-based action in their lives. The group content is based on the principles Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
This is a supportive group for individuals with anxiety or depression who want to apply mindfulness, compassionate acceptance, and values-based action in their lives. The group content is based on the principles Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
At Insight Center for Behavioral Health, LLC we provide individuals and their families with compassion driven care and service excellence across a continuum of culturally aware and appropriate behavioral health services. ? As a key and critical community resource, Insight Center for Behavioral Health, LLC provides compassionate care to its patients via a wide range of vital behavioral healthcare services. We treat all psychiatric and substance abuse disorders while maintaining a focus on the needs of our communities, individuals, and families. ?
Hosted by Insight Center for Behavioral Health
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LMHC, LADC, CADC
Group meets in Lowell, MA 01852
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
At Insight Center for Behavioral Health, LLC we provide individuals and their families with compassion driven care and service excellence across a continuum of culturally aware and appropriate behavioral health services. ? As a key and critical community resource, Insight Center for Behavioral Health, LLC provides compassionate care to its patients via a wide range of vital behavioral healthcare services. We treat all psychiatric and substance abuse disorders while maintaining a focus on the needs of our communities, individuals, and families. ?
At Journey Psychiatric Care, we find a great sense of satisfaction in helping clients overcome personal struggles and achieve their full potential for mental, emotional, and physical health. We provide compassionate psychiatric care to patients of all ages in Massachusetts. All services are offered conveniently by telehealth via a secure HIPAA compliant online platform. Visit our website at JourneyPsychiatric.com where you can schedule an appointment, find more information or contact us directly. For those patients who require an in-person appointment (either because of regulatory requirements or simply preference), office appointments are available at various times throughout the year.
Hosted by Joseph Lavoie
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Group meets in Somerville, MA 02143
At Journey Psychiatric Care, we find a great sense of satisfaction in helping clients overcome personal struggles and achieve their full potential for mental, emotional, and physical health. We provide compassionate psychiatric care to patients of all ages in Massachusetts. All services are offered conveniently by telehealth via a secure HIPAA compliant online platform. Visit our website at JourneyPsychiatric.com where you can schedule an appointment, find more information or contact us directly. For those patients who require an in-person appointment (either because of regulatory requirements or simply preference), office appointments are available at various times throughout the year.
This group teaches adolescents aged 14-19 about the 5 modules of Dialectical Behavior Therapy: mindfulness, middle path skills, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills are ideal for teens who need help managing their emotions and learning new styles of coping to replace unhealthy ones.
This group teaches adolescents aged 14-19 about the 5 modules of Dialectical Behavior Therapy: mindfulness, middle path skills, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills are ideal for teens who need help managing their emotions and learning new styles of coping to replace unhealthy ones.
This group is a BASIC and ADVANCED psychoeducational group broken down into four modules including mindfulness & distress tolerance skills, emotional containment skills, effective communication, and middle path skills. The common thread in all modules is Mindfulness skills, employing current research in NEUROSCIENCE, TRAUMA, and POSITIVE NEUROPLASTICITY. This group is very effective for clients who are looking to get tools to grow personally and emotionally, no particular diagnosis is needed to benefit from tools. This group is used in conjunction with individual therapy. GROUP MEETS ONLINE VIA ZOOM
This group is a BASIC and ADVANCED psychoeducational group broken down into four modules including mindfulness & distress tolerance skills, emotional containment skills, effective communication, and middle path skills. The common thread in all modules is Mindfulness skills, employing current research in NEUROSCIENCE, TRAUMA, and POSITIVE NEUROPLASTICITY. This group is very effective for clients who are looking to get tools to grow personally and emotionally, no particular diagnosis is needed to benefit from tools. This group is used in conjunction with individual therapy. GROUP MEETS ONLINE VIA ZOOM
Examples of goals for group: • Improve unsatisfying, frustrating, or disappointing relationships • Become more aware of behavioral patterns • Enhance social skills and intimacy • Decrease loneliness or isolation • Diminish feelings of helplessness • Increase self-esteem and confidence • Resolve feelings of shame • Confront and change problematic behavior • Communicate more authentically and freely • Reduce anxiety or worry in social situations
Examples of goals for group: • Improve unsatisfying, frustrating, or disappointing relationships • Become more aware of behavioral patterns • Enhance social skills and intimacy • Decrease loneliness or isolation • Diminish feelings of helplessness • Increase self-esteem and confidence • Resolve feelings of shame • Confront and change problematic behavior • Communicate more authentically and freely • Reduce anxiety or worry in social situations
The Natick Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skills Class for Adolescents is a 16 session in-person program for teens struggling with anxiety, depression, impulsive behaviors, and problems with relationships who are seeking to strengthen skills in mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. This program also includes 2 multi-family online sessions. Cost is $40 per session - sliding scale options available. DBT skills classes are an adjunct to individual therapy, but they are not run as a therapeutic group (therefore not reimbursable by insurance). Rolling Admission. Please reach out with questions (339) 224-4015 Email: jenniwiech@gmail.com.
Hosted by Jennifer F Wiech-Delaney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Group meets in Natick, MA 01760
The Natick Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skills Class for Adolescents is a 16 session in-person program for teens struggling with anxiety, depression, impulsive behaviors, and problems with relationships who are seeking to strengthen skills in mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. This program also includes 2 multi-family online sessions. Cost is $40 per session - sliding scale options available. DBT skills classes are an adjunct to individual therapy, but they are not run as a therapeutic group (therefore not reimbursable by insurance). Rolling Admission. Please reach out with questions (339) 224-4015 Email: jenniwiech@gmail.com.
This small group draws upon positive psychology and social support to help participants increase their resilience through practices in mindfulness, self-compassion and creative self-expression. In addition to the powerful dynamic of the group, ketamine is utilized to deepen reconnection to one’s sense of agency and inner strength. This group was formed with the working professional in mind with all prep and integration groups held virtually (Friday evenings and Saturday mornings, respectively), and in-person groups starting Friday afternoons. Such a schedule allows you to participate without compromising your precious summer weekends!
I work with folks who may be struggling with trauma, OCD, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
This small group draws upon positive psychology and social support to help participants increase their resilience through practices in mindfulness, self-compassion and creative self-expression. In addition to the powerful dynamic of the group, ketamine is utilized to deepen reconnection to one’s sense of agency and inner strength. This group was formed with the working professional in mind with all prep and integration groups held virtually (Friday evenings and Saturday mornings, respectively), and in-person groups starting Friday afternoons. Such a schedule allows you to participate without compromising your precious summer weekends!
Our DBT groups meet for 90 minutes/week for six weeks. Each week focuses on education around DBT skills and practical ways to integrate them into your life. Participants should expect a little bit of homework and should be able to commit to the full six week session. All group participants must have an ongoing relationship with an outpatient provider or other mental health professional.
I can help you through anxiety, depression, trauma, and general questions and stressors about life.
Our DBT groups meet for 90 minutes/week for six weeks. Each week focuses on education around DBT skills and practical ways to integrate them into your life. Participants should expect a little bit of homework and should be able to commit to the full six week session. All group participants must have an ongoing relationship with an outpatient provider or other mental health professional.
A group that offers new skills and a new opportunity to grow. Members will learn to use mindfulness and emotional regulation in everyday life and in crisis. The group will explore interpersonal relationships and effective communication. Please contact me for further details and coordinating group times.
A group that offers new skills and a new opportunity to grow. Members will learn to use mindfulness and emotional regulation in everyday life and in crisis. The group will explore interpersonal relationships and effective communication. Please contact me for further details and coordinating group times.
Social interactions, attending school and meeting developmental tasks of adolescence can be hard at times; leaving teenagers with feelings of anxiety, depletion, self doubt, incompetency and more. School stress, parenting expectations and societal stressors can leave teens angry and scattered. Teens will learn coping strategies for relational communication, mood regulation and anxiety/ depression support techniques as they connect with one another, feel unique in a positive way, and experience personal power in meeting their needs within the group setting. Groups will run for 8 weeks on Tuesday evenings 5- 6pm. Registration is on-going. Contact me for more information.
Hosted by Carla M Correa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SAC
Group meets in Lexington, MA 02421
Social interactions, attending school and meeting developmental tasks of adolescence can be hard at times; leaving teenagers with feelings of anxiety, depletion, self doubt, incompetency and more. School stress, parenting expectations and societal stressors can leave teens angry and scattered. Teens will learn coping strategies for relational communication, mood regulation and anxiety/ depression support techniques as they connect with one another, feel unique in a positive way, and experience personal power in meeting their needs within the group setting. Groups will run for 8 weeks on Tuesday evenings 5- 6pm. Registration is on-going. Contact me for more information.
People struggling with bi polar disorder or depression will find compassion, support and most importantly crucial coping strategies in this group, which focuses on hope in recovery. Clients offer one another stories of struggle and success while learning how to manage what can be a crippling diagnosis unless managed correctly. We focus on the correct way of living with bi polar disorder and depression, reviewing the role of medications and interpersonal support along with CBT interventions that bring solace and strength.
My patients experience depression, anxiety, trauma, and a variety of other mental health challenges.
People struggling with bi polar disorder or depression will find compassion, support and most importantly crucial coping strategies in this group, which focuses on hope in recovery. Clients offer one another stories of struggle and success while learning how to manage what can be a crippling diagnosis unless managed correctly. We focus on the correct way of living with bi polar disorder and depression, reviewing the role of medications and interpersonal support along with CBT interventions that bring solace and strength.
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Depression Support Groups
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.