This group supports women seeking to reflect on their day to day lives, what's going well, what changes are coming, and how our relationships are flourishing or struggling. The group is a place to make sense of how past traumas and other struggles have impacted your life. Through mutual sharing, gentle challenge and and support, the group purpose aims to help us better our selves and our relationships. Whether life transitions, recovering from trauma in life, loss, loneliness, or other struggles are an issue, the group is a space for reflecting, learning and becoming our true selves.
Hosted by Donna McLaughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dedham, MA 02026
We all approach life in varying ways based upon personal backgrounds and experiences. Sometimes these experiences impact how we live now, our relationships and our own sense of self. I look forward to helping clients with a broad range of issues including: Life transitions, relationship issues, grief, trauma and loss, chronic illness, issues facing LGBTQ persons, anxiety and depression, self-esteem, early life exploration, existential exploration, parenting and family issues, and many others.
The Fear of Flying Therapy group is designed for those who have anxiety before or during flights that prevents them from flying at all or creates significant discomfort when they do. The flight anxiety group members get support from each other, learn therapeutic techniques to manage their anxiety, and learn how to confront their fear at a pace they are comfortable with. The group's results have been highly positive. It is an "open" group, meaning that new people can join anytime. This group is offered virtually only and is available to people in most states.
Hosted by Alan S Jacobson
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Westwood, MA 02090
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been treating adolescents, adults, couples, and families for over 20 years. I am trained in a wide variety of techniques that are designed to produce measurable and meaningful results. I also work with families and couples to help improve or repair relationships. My approach is positive, empathic, and solution-focused. Therapy results should not be a mystery - it should be clear that it works as you feel better, reach goals, and set new ones.
My Melanin is Powerful is a therapeutic based confidential support group for black women (ages 22-40) who may struggle with; family, relationship and other social stressors as well as educational, financial and other mental health concerns. As a person of color, at times when life is the most stressful, we often may feel alone. For some, our upbringing has engraved this understanding that discussing the stress one might feel could be seen as weak or ungrateful. If you find yourself falling in this category, then joining a community of other women of color with similar experiences can be helpful.
Are there days where you feel like your life is completely unmanageable? Sometimes it feels like if we could just change one thing, or start one thing, then we could finally start living the life we want. This could be a short term goal such as finally organizing your home or longer term goals such as developing self confidence, or starting a weight loss journey. If you can relate to feeling stuck and needing a push to move forward, Bel Lavi Coaching is here for you.
This group offers a supportive, validating, and welcoming community for women to discuss the unique challenges of adjustment to motherhood. The group uses cognitive-behavioral and interpersonal principles to develop effective coping skills to manage maternal anxiety and stress, learn parenting skills, improve mother-baby bonding, develop self-confidence, and increase social connectedness. This group is designed for new and seasoned moms with newborns, infants, toddlers, and/or young children. Group meets weekly on an ongoing basis and is covered by in-network insurance plans. Please contact me for further information about enrollment.
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in women's health psychology and maternal mental health. My therapeutic style is warm, engaging, collaborative, and solution-focused. I use evidence-based treatments grounded in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to foster an affirming and productive experience. I work with clients to develop effective coping skills to improve mood and quality of life, reduce anxiety and distress, enhance resilience and self-worth, and identify and modify thinking and behavior patterns to support achievement of personal, family, relationship, and career goals.
The Food Allergy Parenting and Anxiety Support and Skills Group will be starting on Wednesday Mid-November from 7-8:15pm via telehealth. The group will focus on building cognitive behavioral skills to help build confidence and decrease anxiety and isolation due to managing food allergies for your child. It will also aim to foster supportive relationships between participants. This group will be six weeks in length and each session is $25- will slide this fee to make it accessible to all. Please contact me to sign up.
Hosted by Emile Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02481
If you are struggling with a life transition or find that your anxiety and depression get in the way of you having the life that you want, I would be happy to help you work toward feeling better. Currently, my work is focusing on anxiety and depressive disorders, life transitions, stress management, health concerns, food allergy anxiety/trauma, adults, young adults, as well as college students. Please feel free to reach out. I'm happy to discuss if I am the right fit via free phone/telehealth consultation.
Transitions Counseling Services, Inc. offers many group programs and workshops! Please visit our website to explore our current offerings.
Hosted by Alaina Garrity - Transitions Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norfolk, MA 02056
Hello! I’m Alaina Garrity, a passionate and dedicated Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) with Transitions Counseling Services, Inc. It is my belief that by fostering a trusting therapeutic relationship, individuals can tap into their inner strengths and resilience to overcome challenges and achieve personal growth. I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. I firmly believe in a person-centered and individualized approach, empowering clients to identify their unique needs and collaboratively curate a goal-driven treatment plan.
*** Monday Group is currently FULL, new group starts in January 2025. *** Experiential group therapy integrates psychodrama, sociometry, sensory awareness, spontaneity, and creativity to invoke the balance between mind, body, and spirit. When this balance is achieved, deep healing can take place. In this group we use simple movement, cognitive behavioral principles, skill building, and creative expression to help participants better understand and manage intrusive anxiety, depression and trauma related symptoms. More info: www.herenowllc.com PLEASE NOTE: Group sessions are in-person, last 120 mins, and are private pay only.
Hosted by Joel Thayer
Counselor, LMHC, MFA, JD, CP, PAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Franklin, MA 02038
Are you feeling anxious, disconnected or "stuck"? Do you want to make positive changes to move forward in your life? My goal is to help you reach your full potential in a safe and non-judgmental way. I work with individual and group clients and have experience treating anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, PTSD, and trauma.
A major element of my CBT group is reducing the patterns of avoidance that come to control a person's life. Many people with panic and anxiety disorders experience tremendous discomfort in situations they cannot "get out of" including social gatherings, classrooms, and subway cars. The avoidance of these situations can interfere with the development of academic, professional, and personal goals, and contribute to other mental health issues, including isolation and depression. CBT has been demonstrated in clinical studies to significantly reduce these avoidance-based behaviors and return people to their normal lives and routines. Please contact me to join.
Hosted by Jonathan E. Goldberg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brookline, MA 02445
NOW Accepting New Clients: There is no way to adequately describe the experience of living with depression and anxiety. For the roughly 14% of Americans who suffer from these conditions, everyday activities, such as going to work, speaking in class, even meeting friends for dinner, can become agonizing challenges accompanied by a host of negative physical and emotional symptoms. Perhaps you've noticed your face burning when you speak in public; have felt like an impostor at work and wait to be "found out," or maybe you've experienced a surge of panic (racing-heart, trouble breathing, dizziness, nausea) when you least expected it?
Ongoing, confidential support group for women+ who are contemplating divorce or who are navigating the process of divorce. Group meets weekly in Brookline on Tuesdays from 10:45 am until noon. Please call for more information or to schedule a screening interview at 617-232-8971 or email me at oonametzlicsw@gmail.com. For more information, please visit my website at oonametz.com
Hosted by Oona Metz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brookline, MA 02446
I treat adults and adolescents in individual and group therapy in my Brookline and Arlington offices. I work with clients on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, sexuality, divorce, step-parenting, trauma, loss and grief. Through exploration and collaboration, I help clients gain more clarity, become more connected, and feel greater satisfaction with their lives. In addition, I provide supervision, consultation and training to clinicians on group therapy and a variety of other topics.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed from your responsibilities and in need of some more time for yourself, then this group is for you. Whether you’re new to the whole health model of wellness or looking for a refresher, then this group is for you. We will have psychoeducation, discussion, and small homework assignments for the group to be meaningful. We will also review concrete actions that you can take and implement into your day-to-day life to improve your overall wellness and self-care.
Methodology: Psychoeducation & Discussion Clients: Young Adult Male/Female 14-17 & Adults 21+ Male/Female
Hosted by Elevate Counseling Services, Inc.
Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bellingham, MA 02019
We are a Private Group Practice with 30+counselors in 4 locations: Lakeville, Raymham, Bellingham and So. Easton. We treat: all members of the family and can help with transitions from divorce, school difficulties and peer relationship problems. Several therapists specialize in couples counseling, addictions counseling, grief and loss, trauma and play therapy. Elevate was incorporated so that we could meet the needs of the family and individuals in their entirety to provide the best and most comprehensive level of care in an outpatient setting as possible. We also have medication providers in the communities that we serve.
This group is for women needing support while experiencing some type of transition. This might include, but is not limited to, divorce or loss of a loved one.
Life brings unexpected joys and hardships and therapy can be a helpful process in negotiating life's transitions. My aim as a therapist is to partner with you to work through past and current issues and concerns. The goal of therapy is frequently to create a safe environment which fosters personal awareness, self-exploration, and optimal communication, in an effort to develop increased life balance and satisfaction.
Groups help us find support from others experiencing similar situations. Upon joining, most people feel a sense of belonging and supported by other group members. A brief interview is required before admission to groups. Groups meet for 60 to 75 minutes, twice monthly, once in person and once online. Groups begin when there is sufficient number of members, determined by me. Most groups are 8 sessions in length. We are establishing groups for: 1)Spouses of gay/bi men, 2) Grief, 3) Men’s issues, 4) Parents of LGBTQ kids, 5) Sex/Porn Addiction, 6) Coming Out, 7) Sexual Abuse
Often, feeling better requires CHANGE. It’s not easy but your happiness is worth it & so are you. But it must be at your pace. It’s most important that you feel safe. Personal issues can make us feel alone, ashamed or embarrassed. I can help you with that! I’m easy to talk to, with lots of personal experience that enhances my ability to relate. I offer a combination of online & in-person sessions. I work with individuals, couples, & groups. Many clients find it helpful to be part of a support group. Shared experiences of group members help foster an atmosphere of empathy, belonging and understanding.
Self-Care for Caregivers, OverGivers, & OverDoers. Experience 5 Interactive Self-Care Classes to Prioritize Yourself. | Get your health on track | Reset your food | Feel more joy | Create better boundaries | Increase your vitality. | Begins 5/17 at 7pm on Zoom. Led by Licensed Therapist & Coach Alicia Fitzpatrick MSW, LICSW, and Executive Health & Wellness Coach Michelle Bolser MA, PCC, NBC-HWC. Meets 5 Tuesdays: 7pm on Zoom. 5/17, 5/31, 6/07, 6/14, 6/21 (This group is educational and is not therapy, psychological consultation, or psychological treatment of any kind.) Email: selfcare@recoverylove.com or visit: http://recoverylove.com
Hosted by Alicia Fitzpatrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dover, MA 02030
I enjoy working with people using a strength based approach helping to empower them to make the best possible choices for their future. I have many years of experience working with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, family, relationship, parenting and women's issues. The use of cognitive behavioral therapy modified to meet individual needs combined with mindfulness and traditional talk therapy to explore patterns of behaviors, changing negative patterns and increasing coping skills has made a positive impact on my clients.
Hosted by Megan Dellarocco - The Therapy Space
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norwood, MA 02062
I provide individual counseling and my colleague doctor Seema Gupta MD will be providing hypnosis services to individuals seeking services for weight loss, addiction, smoking, or stress management.
Hosted by Edward Flynn, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02482
My name is Edward Flynn. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed School Adjustment Counselor (Grades K-12 throught Dept. Of Education). I have worked in the residential, outreach, & forensic/prison setting, & have been in private practice since 2021. Due to an unfortunate unexpected major cyber security situation that was annouced this past year I have been unable to provide insurance billing to former & potential new client's due to working on resolving the Occurrence. However, if willing to pay on a sliding scale rate I am able to provide tele health counseling, consultations, and psychological evaluations/assessments.
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT: Latest nutritional information is incorporated with psychological understanding of stress and emotional eating and other behavioral patterns resulting in unwanted weight gain. CANCER SURVIVORS: Address impacts of cancer experience in physical, emotional and psychological levels; also address self-concept, anxiety and fear of moving forward. Small groups of 8-10 members for each.
Hosted by H Suzanne Moon, PhD PC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Quincy, MA 02169
Have you been feeling as though you are losing perspectives because of stress, anger, depression or anxiety ? How are you doing with your personal relationships? Do you have difficulty finding that right one? Work life? Been passed over for promotion? Do you sometimes feel life goes on without you? Stuck in a rut? Feeling trapped? Feel like you've missed the "train" & left behind? Chronically stressed? You're not alone. I can help you there to get unstuck, back on train & pursue your personal and professional goals again; Regaining your perspectives, in control & feeling empowered, & taking on life again.
Mealtimes can be the hardest part of eating disorder recovery. If you need a little extra support, this group is for you! Each group begins with a time for checking in and setting intentions, and includes a skill or concept tailored to meal-time challenges. We then eat lunch together, with coaching and peer support, followed by an opportunity to process the experience together. The group is open, with a 4-week commitment. It is perfect for people coming out of a more structured program, or for those who need some extra support to jump-start recovery.
Hosted by Natalie L Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brookline, MA 02446
*No Current Openings* Are you looking to make a change in your life? Whether you are struggling with eating or weight, mood, anxiety, trauma, addictions, relationship issues, or simply want to embrace life more fully, I will work with you to: learn new ways of coping more effectively; understand how symptoms may function in your life; envision a life free from their influence; and plan and enact strategies for change. I have an innovative, evidence-based approach, incorporating an individualized combination of Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Enhancement.
This group began about sixteen years ago and is an environment where group members can challenge each other within an atmosphere of safety. Group members usually see this group as a place they can be themselves and members typically remain in this group for several years.
Hosted by Jerome P Rubin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medway, MA 02053
Hello, welcome to my practice. In our time together, my goal is for you to experience yourself as a unique individual along with understanding that there is nothing uniquely wrong with you. People are often judged for having problems. if you use insurance to pay for sessions, therapists are required to give you a diagnosis, indicating what is wrong and what needs to be fixed. This is not the way I look at people. There is no one who is free from suffering, which is not even the problem. Instead our "struggles" stem from a lack of compassion towards ourselves.
Stress Management Group: " Taking Care of You" This is an 8 week group for adults. The group will help you to understand symptoms and causes of stress, develop skills to reduce and better manage stressful situations. This group will also explore strategies to improve time management as well as reduce worry and negative self-talk. This group will also explore helpful lifestyle changes and relaxation techniques. COST $40 per session ($320 total cost). SEE WEBSITE TO REGISTER & PAY: www.empowermentcpc.com
Dr. Moseley is a Christian psychologist with nearly 30 years of experience in the mental health field with children, adolescents and adults. She has worked extensively with parents and children struggling with emotional and behavioral disorders and those with traumatic exposures. She treats PTSD, traumatic grief, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, and ODD. Dr. Moseley specializes in Christian counseling, marriage & family therapy, (interracial couples, multiracial individuals, blended families, foster care/adoption) and individuals of Caribbean descent. She also works with issues around the transition to adulthood and career concerns.
This an empowering space for women 45 +. Women will work together and support each other as they reflect on "what is" and explore the "future possibilities" in their life. The format will be a collaborative combination of open process, readings and discussions. Issues related to Interpersonal relationships /identity/ boundaries/ intimacy/ processing of emotional experiences will be the focus of the group. Target date : on-going 2024. Please call for brief phone consultation to establish interest and goodness of fit. Non-insurance based. One or two Individual intake sessions will be conducted before joining the group.
I am a native Spanish- English therapist with more than 25 years of clinical experience. Whether you find yourself struggling with depression, anxiety, feelings of inadequacy, difficult relationships, conflict or difficult life circumstances, I hope that our collaboration will result in your growing sense of self, improved relationships and realization in your life.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Norfolk County?
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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.