Body Image Group/Teen Girls
One group for teen girls and one for adult women dealing with body image issues. Cognitive dissonance group employing cognitive and behavioral methods to combat thin ideal image pervasive in our society.
Hosted by Ellen Gamza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Montclair, NJ 07042
One group for teen girls and one for adult women dealing with body image issues. Cognitive dissonance group employing cognitive and behavioral methods to combat thin ideal image pervasive in our society.
Lukin Center
Hosted by Lisa Sbahia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC, ACS, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Englewood, NJ 07631
Thirty-Somethings: It's All About Relationships
If you are in a relationship or are looking for a relationship, whether romantic or friendly, then come join us to discuss everything about relationships. We will delve into how your relationship with yourself and your life experiences influence your ...
Hosted by Nixzaliz Rojas-Pridgen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Jersey City, NJ 07302
If you are in a relationship or are looking for a relationship, whether romantic or friendly, then come join us to discuss everything about relationships. We will delve into how your relationship with yourself and your life experiences influence your ...
Teen DBT Skills
Are you a teenager or a parent looking to navigate the ups and downs of adolescence more smoothly? Are you seeking a safe and supportive space to learn essential life skills and connect with others who may be going through ...
Hosted by Rebecca Tomlinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Laurel Springs, NJ 08021
Are you a teenager or a parent looking to navigate the ups and downs of adolescence more smoothly? Are you seeking a safe and supportive space to learn essential life skills and connect with others who may be going through ...
HBH Counseling
Philosophers, poets, religious and spiritual leaders, all talk about the human condition. But what does it mean for the rest of us? Everyone runs into situations that produce anxiety, depression, disappointment, a need to make difficult decisions, tension in relationships, ...
Hosted by Travis Manrique
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brick, NJ 08723
Philosophers, poets, religious and spiritual leaders, all talk about the human condition. But what does it mean for the rest of us? Everyone runs into situations that produce anxiety, depression, disappointment, a need to make difficult decisions, tension in relationships, ...
Grief Coaching Support Group
Grief is different for every individual. Coming together with other individuals and sharing our hearts, helps us all to see we are not alone. In fact, hearing other's share their stories may help us with our grief, no matter what ...
Hosted by April L. Graham
Counselor, MA, LAC, BCCMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maplewood, NJ 07040
Grief is different for every individual. Coming together with other individuals and sharing our hearts, helps us all to see we are not alone. In fact, hearing other's share their stories may help us with our grief, no matter what ...
Clinical Supervision
Clinical supervision for LSWs/LACs
Hosted by Gina Abbondante
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Southampton, NJ 08088
Clinical supervision for LSWs/LACs
Grief Recovery
This 8-week group provides you with the tools, safety, and direction you need to address feelings and emotions surrounded around grief and loss.
This 8-week group provides you with the tools, safety, and direction you need to address feelings and emotions surrounded around grief and loss.
Mens Sexual Violence Support Group
Men's Support Group for survivors of sexual violence This weekly 10 - session group will be a forum for male survivors of Sexual Violence to discuss such topics such as trauma, emotions & self esteem, anger, coping mechanisms, relationships and ...
Men's Support Group for survivors of sexual violence This weekly 10 - session group will be a forum for male survivors of Sexual Violence to discuss such topics such as trauma, emotions & self esteem, anger, coping mechanisms, relationships and ...
Intensive Outpatient Group-Day
COOPERATIVE CARE OFFERS BOTH A DAY AND EVENING IOP WHICH INCLUDES 1 INDIVIDUAL SESSION PER WEEK. WE CANNOT ACCEPT MEDICARE OR PRIVATE INSURANCES FOR IOP. MEDICAID, UPON VERIFICATION, IS ACCEPTED. A SLIDING SCALE IS AVAILABLE AND SELF PAY IS ACCEPTED.
Hosted by Cooperative Care Partnership, Inc.
Treatment Center, LPC-BC
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Rio Grande, NJ 08242
COOPERATIVE CARE OFFERS BOTH A DAY AND EVENING IOP WHICH INCLUDES 1 INDIVIDUAL SESSION PER WEEK. WE CANNOT ACCEPT MEDICARE OR PRIVATE INSURANCES FOR IOP. MEDICAID, UPON VERIFICATION, IS ACCEPTED. A SLIDING SCALE IS AVAILABLE AND SELF PAY IS ACCEPTED.
DBT Skills Group
Group focus on those in recovery from substance/alcohol abuse. Learn skills to prevent relapse, improve emotional process, increase social skills and develop personal goals for your new life without using drugs and alcohol.
Hosted by Psychotherapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Group focus on those in recovery from substance/alcohol abuse. Learn skills to prevent relapse, improve emotional process, increase social skills and develop personal goals for your new life without using drugs and alcohol.
Anxiety, Stress, and Self-Doubt
A 6 Week Virtual Support Group This group provides a safe, confidential, and collaborative space. You will learn the tools to help you change your thinking, develop self-confidence and manage your emotions. You will be guided and supported by a ...
Hosted by Odile Psychotherapy Service,LCSW,PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MHC-LP, MHC, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Princeton, NJ 08542
A 6 Week Virtual Support Group This group provides a safe, confidential, and collaborative space. You will learn the tools to help you change your thinking, develop self-confidence and manage your emotions. You will be guided and supported by a ...
Dating Success: Strategies for Making Dating Fun!
A unique, results-oriented support group that helps you achieve profound strides in your dating life! We identify your strengths and fine-tune those issues that are causing you to stay in the "friend zone." We address flirting, making eye contact and ...
Hosted by Benjamin A Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Teaneck, NJ 07666
A unique, results-oriented support group that helps you achieve profound strides in your dating life! We identify your strengths and fine-tune those issues that are causing you to stay in the "friend zone." We address flirting, making eye contact and ...
"Girl Squad"
For the 2019 teen girl, this group, run by our clinician Eboni Gadson, LSW, offers a space for teens to come together and talk about managing anxiety, building confidence and authenticity, relationships and navigating the pressures of the social media ...
Hosted by Michele Levin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS, SAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Somerville, NJ 08876
For the 2019 teen girl, this group, run by our clinician Eboni Gadson, LSW, offers a space for teens to come together and talk about managing anxiety, building confidence and authenticity, relationships and navigating the pressures of the social media ...
Support Groups
The groups will be design to provide support, healthy socialization and education. Each member will assist the other members in a journey of self discovery and uncover your genuine self.
Hosted by Genuine Me of South Jersey Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Marlton, NJ 08053
The groups will be design to provide support, healthy socialization and education. Each member will assist the other members in a journey of self discovery and uncover your genuine self.
Domestic Violence group.
Domestic violence group is a group which involves several individuals and /or families discussing domestic violence concerns, and receives feedback from the psychologist This group is a psycho-educational group which is facilitated by a psychologist.
Hosted by Happy Family Counseling Services, LLC
PhD, DPO, CCBT, MSc, MPA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maplewood, NJ 07040
Domestic violence group is a group which involves several individuals and /or families discussing domestic violence concerns, and receives feedback from the psychologist This group is a psycho-educational group which is facilitated by a psychologist.
LGBTQ+ Men's Support Group (18+)
An open-format discussion based group where participants share the experiences and explore solutions as well as ways to best cope. This group has a tendency to help one feel much less alone and has the possibility to spring friendships from ...
Hosted by Timothy Bracaglia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Montclair, NJ 07042
An open-format discussion based group where participants share the experiences and explore solutions as well as ways to best cope. This group has a tendency to help one feel much less alone and has the possibility to spring friendships from ...
Tapping for Stress Relief
Release old patterns of anxiety, fear and limiting beliefs using this deceptively simple, yet powerful technique. Tapping/emotional freedom technique (EFT) is called “acupuncture for the emotions” (no needles!) and works on the body’s meridians/energy pathways to provide relief.
Hosted by Donna Ciccone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Montclair, NJ 07042
Release old patterns of anxiety, fear and limiting beliefs using this deceptively simple, yet powerful technique. Tapping/emotional freedom technique (EFT) is called “acupuncture for the emotions” (no needles!) and works on the body’s meridians/energy pathways to provide relief.
Gender Diversity (Support Group)
Join us for a weekly exploration of gender and discussions about living authentically, coping with dysphoria, coming out strategies, gender and sexuality, various types of transition, finding resources, and fostering gender euphoria & self-love. The group will meet virtually every ...
Hosted by The Princeton Center for MindBody Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Princeton, NJ 08540
Join us for a weekly exploration of gender and discussions about living authentically, coping with dysphoria, coming out strategies, gender and sexuality, various types of transition, finding resources, and fostering gender euphoria & self-love. The group will meet virtually every ...
Separation & Divorce Healing and Recovery Group
Separation and Divorce can be a traumatic experience impacting the entire family system. The support group helps navigate the difficult relationship issues that come up and teaches the necessary coping skills that can lead to a better understanding as people ...
Hosted by Irene Colucci Lebbad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Warren, NJ 07059
Separation and Divorce can be a traumatic experience impacting the entire family system. The support group helps navigate the difficult relationship issues that come up and teaches the necessary coping skills that can lead to a better understanding as people ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in New Jersey?
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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.