This 12-week (90min) group is highly accessible through a hybrid model for busy adults (attend in person or virtually). This structured group focuses on providing members with a comfortable environment in which to learn the DBT skills from the modules of: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Groups include experiential skills learning and activities, as well as home practice with an accompanying workbook for you to personalize. Intake session promotes development of individualized goals. Group runs June through August 2025.
This 12-week (90min) group is highly accessible through a hybrid model for busy adults (attend in person or virtually). This structured group focuses on providing members with a comfortable environment in which to learn the DBT skills from the modules of: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Groups include experiential skills learning and activities, as well as home practice with an accompanying workbook for you to personalize. Intake session promotes development of individualized goals. Group runs June through August 2025.
DBT is an evidence-based therapy, proven to be effective in decreasing anxiety, depression, self harm behaviors, suicidality, and improving self esteem and healthy relationships. If your teen is struggling with any of the following, DBT can help: anger management, depression, anxiety/panic, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, excessive worrying, negative judgments of self, impulsivity, emotion regulation, attention problems, relationship problems (peers and family). For more information on fees and group schedules, please visit www.centerforfamilyempowerment.com for more information.
DBT is an evidence-based therapy, proven to be effective in decreasing anxiety, depression, self harm behaviors, suicidality, and improving self esteem and healthy relationships. If your teen is struggling with any of the following, DBT can help: anger management, depression, anxiety/panic, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, excessive worrying, negative judgments of self, impulsivity, emotion regulation, attention problems, relationship problems (peers and family). For more information on fees and group schedules, please visit www.centerforfamilyempowerment.com for more information.
Adults (18+); Maximum of 8 members. This group is designed for those seeking increased support, structure, skills-focus and/or accountability in their recovery. This is a good option for members hoping to add a skills group to their outpatient treatment plan, to prevent a step-up to a higher level of care (ED IOP/PHP/Residential); or in support of a recent step-down Group is semi-structured with CBT/DBT/ACT skills topics and experiential practice. Home Skills Practices are assigned and discussed weekly. Requirements include: Intake; Currently in individual therapy; Medically stable for outpatient level of care
Adults (18+); Maximum of 8 members. This group is designed for those seeking increased support, structure, skills-focus and/or accountability in their recovery. This is a good option for members hoping to add a skills group to their outpatient treatment plan, to prevent a step-up to a higher level of care (ED IOP/PHP/Residential); or in support of a recent step-down Group is semi-structured with CBT/DBT/ACT skills topics and experiential practice. Home Skills Practices are assigned and discussed weekly. Requirements include: Intake; Currently in individual therapy; Medically stable for outpatient level of care
Adults (18+). Hybrid Format (in-person or virtually, to enhance accessibility). Maximum of 8 members. Runs on a 12 weeks/90mins; New members may join at the start of a new module during the cycle. This structured group focuses on providing members with a comfortable environment in which to learn the DBT skills from the modules of: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Groups include experiential skills and activities, as well as home practice with an accompanying workbook.
Adults (18+). Hybrid Format (in-person or virtually, to enhance accessibility). Maximum of 8 members. Runs on a 12 weeks/90mins; New members may join at the start of a new module during the cycle. This structured group focuses on providing members with a comfortable environment in which to learn the DBT skills from the modules of: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Groups include experiential skills and activities, as well as home practice with an accompanying workbook.
High School Aged Group; Runs September 2024 through the academic year. Groups provide a safe environment to learn, discuss and practice each of the skills within the four modules of DBT (Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Interpersonal Effectiveness). Members can expect an engaging environment and accompanying workbook to personalize their learnings and get the most from their group experience.
High School Aged Group; Runs September 2024 through the academic year. Groups provide a safe environment to learn, discuss and practice each of the skills within the four modules of DBT (Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Interpersonal Effectiveness). Members can expect an engaging environment and accompanying workbook to personalize their learnings and get the most from their group experience.
Change how you feel by changing the way you think! In these workshops, you'll learn effective SELF-help strategies...ways to FEEL BETTER, and DO better in your life!
Hosted by New Inspiration Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, EdS, MSW
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02482
Change how you feel by changing the way you think! In these workshops, you'll learn effective SELF-help strategies...ways to FEEL BETTER, and DO better in your life!
Join us for our annual week-long intensive introduction to the core DBT skills! Lovingly referred to as “Goat Week" as it's held on a Goat Farm in Natick, this immersive experience is available to teens and young adults (ages 14-19) looking to build skills in the areas of Mindfulness, Emotional Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Participants will cover all of the skills and activities of our 24-week outpatient DBT group program in 1 week, with an emphasis on experiential (activity-based) learning. See website!
Join us for our annual week-long intensive introduction to the core DBT skills! Lovingly referred to as “Goat Week" as it's held on a Goat Farm in Natick, this immersive experience is available to teens and young adults (ages 14-19) looking to build skills in the areas of Mindfulness, Emotional Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Participants will cover all of the skills and activities of our 24-week outpatient DBT group program in 1 week, with an emphasis on experiential (activity-based) learning. See website!
This High School Aged group runs through the Academic Year, on rolling admission. The group provides a safe environment to connect, learn, discuss and practice each of the skills within the four modules of DBT (Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness). Members can expect an engaging environment and accompany workbook to clarify and individualize their goals, and get the most out of their group experience.
This High School Aged group runs through the Academic Year, on rolling admission. The group provides a safe environment to connect, learn, discuss and practice each of the skills within the four modules of DBT (Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness). Members can expect an engaging environment and accompany workbook to clarify and individualize their goals, and get the most out of their group experience.
? Maximum of 8 members; Starts June 5th? 12 week, 90min, curriculum; New members may join at the start of a new module during the cycle ? This structured group focuses on providing members with a comfortable environment in which to learn the DBT skills from the modules of: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness ? Groups include experiential skills and activities, as well as home practice with an accompanying workbook. Requirements: ? Completion of individual intake session with leader prior to start to establish fit for outpatient level and individualize treatment goals. Led by: Symone Bennett, LMHC & Nicki Roth, LICSW
? Maximum of 8 members; Starts June 5th? 12 week, 90min, curriculum; New members may join at the start of a new module during the cycle ? This structured group focuses on providing members with a comfortable environment in which to learn the DBT skills from the modules of: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness ? Groups include experiential skills and activities, as well as home practice with an accompanying workbook. Requirements: ? Completion of individual intake session with leader prior to start to establish fit for outpatient level and individualize treatment goals. Led by: Symone Bennett, LMHC & Nicki Roth, LICSW
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This online group for women who want to improve their parenting, pregnancy and postpartum, keep healthy, learn to deal with emotional concerns, eating healthy and deal with challenges, adapt to a new parenting role, prepare themselves mentally for labor and welcoming their beloved baby. We have different groups for different concerns, Group consist of 5-10 women who meet weekly. The meeting day decided by the group, the price depend on the number of participants. Call/email for more information.
This online group for women who want to improve their parenting, pregnancy and postpartum, keep healthy, learn to deal with emotional concerns, eating healthy and deal with challenges, adapt to a new parenting role, prepare themselves mentally for labor and welcoming their beloved baby. We have different groups for different concerns, Group consist of 5-10 women who meet weekly. The meeting day decided by the group, the price depend on the number of participants. Call/email for more information.
Call/email for telehealth therapy individual or group. Mental health groups focus on small, specialized groups meetings online (about 5-10 persons) to discuss different mental health issues such as work stress, relationship issues, anxiety, relaxation and meditation, parenting, adaptation to chronic diseases, high school fresh year experience, preparation for collage by high school seniors. Each group facilitated by expert facilitator in group dynamic and mental health field and all facilitators supervised by expert psychologists. Each group meet weekly for 60 mints. Fee is 79/ month for unlimited meetings.
Call/email for telehealth therapy individual or group. Mental health groups focus on small, specialized groups meetings online (about 5-10 persons) to discuss different mental health issues such as work stress, relationship issues, anxiety, relaxation and meditation, parenting, adaptation to chronic diseases, high school fresh year experience, preparation for collage by high school seniors. Each group facilitated by expert facilitator in group dynamic and mental health field and all facilitators supervised by expert psychologists. Each group meet weekly for 60 mints. Fee is 79/ month for unlimited meetings.
Greater Boston Psychiatric Services (GBPS) is a collaborative psychiatric practice offering both in-person care at our Medway Mills location and online telepsychiatry across Massachusetts. Our team of board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners provides compassionate, evidence-based treatment for adults aged 18 and older. We specialize in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and treatment for a broad range of mental health conditions including mood disorders, ADHD, and psychosis. We prioritize personalized care, working closely with each client to develop tailored treatment plans that align with their goals. We accept most major insurance plans and offer flexible scheduling.
Greater Boston Psychiatric Services (GBPS) is a collaborative psychiatric practice offering both in-person care at our Medway Mills location and online telepsychiatry across Massachusetts. Our team of board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners provides compassionate, evidence-based treatment for adults aged 18 and older. We specialize in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and treatment for a broad range of mental health conditions including mood disorders, ADHD, and psychosis. We prioritize personalized care, working closely with each client to develop tailored treatment plans that align with their goals. We accept most major insurance plans and offer flexible scheduling.
A group for gay men (25-50yo) who want more satisfying sexual/ romantic relationships. Even though things look good on the outside: good job, nice place, decent friends but secretly on the inside are you struggling with finding the kind of long term relationship that you're looking for? Are you concerned about the amount of time it takes online to meet guys - and afterward find yourself feeling alone and guilty? Or you have a boyfriend but have questions about monogamy? Connect and get support for the small changes that you will make to get your sexual/intimacy needs met.
A group for gay men (25-50yo) who want more satisfying sexual/ romantic relationships. Even though things look good on the outside: good job, nice place, decent friends but secretly on the inside are you struggling with finding the kind of long term relationship that you're looking for? Are you concerned about the amount of time it takes online to meet guys - and afterward find yourself feeling alone and guilty? Or you have a boyfriend but have questions about monogamy? Connect and get support for the small changes that you will make to get your sexual/intimacy needs met.
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.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression anxiety, or trauma related to relationships, family, or community.
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.
Founded by Asian American Clinical Social Workers, Elephant in the Room Counseling increases access to behavioral health services for Massachusetts' Asian communities. Our team combines clinical expertise with cultural and linguistic understanding (Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Korean, Thai, and Japanese) to provide compassionate individual and couples therapy. We address unique challenges including trauma from family violence and immigration, body image concerns, life transitions, cultural/generational trauma, and family conflicts. We empower underserved communities, honor cultural backgrounds, and help individuals achieve mental well-being. Submit an appointment request online today!
Hosted by Perrie Mo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, APHSW-C, RN
Group meets in Quincy, MA 02169
Founded by Asian American Clinical Social Workers, Elephant in the Room Counseling increases access to behavioral health services for Massachusetts' Asian communities. Our team combines clinical expertise with cultural and linguistic understanding (Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Korean, Thai, and Japanese) to provide compassionate individual and couples therapy. We address unique challenges including trauma from family violence and immigration, body image concerns, life transitions, cultural/generational trauma, and family conflicts. We empower underserved communities, honor cultural backgrounds, and help individuals achieve mental well-being. Submit an appointment request online today!
Does your teen: Cry often or isolate from others? Explode when they can't control their emotions? Feel bad about themselves? Bad enough to hurt themselves? Are you walking on eggshells, afraid when the next fight will be? Our group can help them: Learn concrete skills to cope and enjoy the good in their lives again. Feel better about themselves. Take back control of their emotions. Improve relationships. Safely put the pain in the past. Group focuses on mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness skills, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation. Groups meet on Mondays or Tuesdays, depending on age; 14 week commitment.
Does your teen: Cry often or isolate from others? Explode when they can't control their emotions? Feel bad about themselves? Bad enough to hurt themselves? Are you walking on eggshells, afraid when the next fight will be? Our group can help them: Learn concrete skills to cope and enjoy the good in their lives again. Feel better about themselves. Take back control of their emotions. Improve relationships. Safely put the pain in the past. Group focuses on mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness skills, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation. Groups meet on Mondays or Tuesdays, depending on age; 14 week commitment.
The Youth Strive program is a summer program for 9th to 12th grade students in the South Shore MA area. Program provides peer support group, one on one check in and assistance with accomplishing set goals. Youth Strive Program begins July 13 to August 19. Visit Bèl Lavi website for more.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression anxiety, or trauma related to relationships, family, or community.
The Youth Strive program is a summer program for 9th to 12th grade students in the South Shore MA area. Program provides peer support group, one on one check in and assistance with accomplishing set goals. Youth Strive Program begins July 13 to August 19. Visit Bèl Lavi website for more.
*** New group starts June 2, 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 cognitive behavioral principles, skill building, and creative expression to help participants better understand and manage intrusive anxiety, depression or trauma related symptoms. More info: www.herenowllc.com PLEASE NOTE: Group sessions are in-person, last 120 mins, and are private pay only.
I have experience treating anxiety, depression, addiction, LGBTQ affirmation, trauma and PTSD in a non-judgmental atmosphere.
*** New group starts June 2, 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 cognitive behavioral principles, skill building, and creative expression to help participants better understand and manage intrusive anxiety, depression or trauma related symptoms. More info: www.herenowllc.com PLEASE NOTE: Group sessions are in-person, last 120 mins, and are private pay only.
The goal of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is to “build a life worth living.” One of the modes for achieving this goal is to learn skills. Much like building a motorcycle, when we have the right tools and skill sets, we are more effective and successful. The skills taught in DBT skills group include: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. The hope is by mastering these skills, we can more effectively live our lives. DBT has been shown to improve self-destructive behaviors, depression, mood management, emotion regulation, experiential avoidance, assertiveness, social functioning, coping skills, and communication.
Hosted by LIKEMIND Mental Health & Wellness, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Group meets in Worcester, MA 01608
The goal of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is to “build a life worth living.” One of the modes for achieving this goal is to learn skills. Much like building a motorcycle, when we have the right tools and skill sets, we are more effective and successful. The skills taught in DBT skills group include: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. The hope is by mastering these skills, we can more effectively live our lives. DBT has been shown to improve self-destructive behaviors, depression, mood management, emotion regulation, experiential avoidance, assertiveness, social functioning, coping skills, and communication.
This can be a challenging time of year for some individuals especially those experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) which is why Awake IntuMind will be running a SAD support group. Benefits of joining the AIM SAD support group: A judgment-free zone where you can share your feelings and thoughts. Gaining skills that will help you reduce feelings of distress, depression, anxiety, or fatigue. Getting practical feedback about SAD treatment options. A better understanding of how to improve your brain, physical, and mental health. For more information on the AIM SAD Support group, visit https://linktr.ee/awakeintumind
Hosted by Awake IntuMind, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Group meets in Boston, MA 02116
This can be a challenging time of year for some individuals especially those experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) which is why Awake IntuMind will be running a SAD support group. Benefits of joining the AIM SAD support group: A judgment-free zone where you can share your feelings and thoughts. Gaining skills that will help you reduce feelings of distress, depression, anxiety, or fatigue. Getting practical feedback about SAD treatment options. A better understanding of how to improve your brain, physical, and mental health. For more information on the AIM SAD Support group, visit https://linktr.ee/awakeintumind
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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.