Helping Men Recover addresses issues that many men struggle with, especially if they are experiencing problems with alcohol or other drugs. Goals of the group are to (increase self-awareness and identity, gain insight into how men socialize in our society, the impact of family of origin, grounding and relaxation techniques, improved communication, understanding power, violence, and abuse, improved relationships, coping with trauma and addiction, sexual identity, healthy sexuality, and understanding spirituality).
Hosted by Helping Where I am Needed Therapeutical Services
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LAC, LCADC
Group meets in Jersey City, NJ 07304
Helping Men Recover addresses issues that many men struggle with, especially if they are experiencing problems with alcohol or other drugs. Goals of the group are to (increase self-awareness and identity, gain insight into how men socialize in our society, the impact of family of origin, grounding and relaxation techniques, improved communication, understanding power, violence, and abuse, improved relationships, coping with trauma and addiction, sexual identity, healthy sexuality, and understanding spirituality).
A supportive space for men to talk openly about issues without pressure to fit society’s definitions of masculinity.
A supportive space for men to talk openly about issues without pressure to fit society’s definitions of masculinity.
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Everyone’s journey with “queerness” is different & it can be hard to cope with these challenges, as well as with challenges that we face in our world. As we get older, it becomes even harder to overcome if we don’t have anyone to lean on for help. This group provides a safe & supportive space for adult, queer men in our community, of ALL identities under the rainbow, to build strong connections, work together to overcome obstacles specific to the queer experience, & to become the best version of ourselves. VIRTUAL Group & for clients aged 25+. Accepting Aetna & Horizon BCBS insurances.
Hosted by Antonio Quirindongo Jr.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Group meets in East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Everyone’s journey with “queerness” is different & it can be hard to cope with these challenges, as well as with challenges that we face in our world. As we get older, it becomes even harder to overcome if we don’t have anyone to lean on for help. This group provides a safe & supportive space for adult, queer men in our community, of ALL identities under the rainbow, to build strong connections, work together to overcome obstacles specific to the queer experience, & to become the best version of ourselves. VIRTUAL Group & for clients aged 25+. Accepting Aetna & Horizon BCBS insurances.
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 it. The group, while an open-discussion, is facilitated by myself for the purpose of incorporating psychotherapeutic interventions and keeping the group on topic. Groups run for 60 minutes and cost $60 per participant. Maximum participants allowed are 10 in an effort to keep things intimate but not intimidating. This group is expected to begin running the first week of September, 2023.
Hosted by Timothy Bracaglia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, ACS
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 it. The group, while an open-discussion, is facilitated by myself for the purpose of incorporating psychotherapeutic interventions and keeping the group on topic. Groups run for 60 minutes and cost $60 per participant. Maximum participants allowed are 10 in an effort to keep things intimate but not intimidating. This group is expected to begin running the first week of September, 2023.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with men who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with men who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
"Fathers in Transition" is a supportive group dedicated to helping fathers navigate the emotional, legal and practical challenges of divorce. Our mission is to provide a safe space for dads to share experiences, receive guidance, and build resilience during this pivotal life transition. We offer resources for co-parenting, mental health, legal matters, fostering community that empowers fathers to stay engaged, connected, and strong for themselves and their families.
Hosted by Roderick D Singleton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCT-SUD, SAH
Group meets in Haskell, NJ 07420
"Fathers in Transition" is a supportive group dedicated to helping fathers navigate the emotional, legal and practical challenges of divorce. Our mission is to provide a safe space for dads to share experiences, receive guidance, and build resilience during this pivotal life transition. We offer resources for co-parenting, mental health, legal matters, fostering community that empowers fathers to stay engaged, connected, and strong for themselves and their families.
Running 2025: August, September, October, November, and December! Build deeper intimacy in your relationship. Turn disagreements into productive discussions. Improve communication between each other. Dive into this 4-part, weekend workshop together and come out closer! Tangible tools and exercises will be shared and engaged with. Contact Celina at Celina@TherapyStory.net to schedule a 15-minute consult call to connect with the workshop instructor and ensure this is the right support for your relationship.
Running 2025: August, September, October, November, and December! Build deeper intimacy in your relationship. Turn disagreements into productive discussions. Improve communication between each other. Dive into this 4-part, weekend workshop together and come out closer! Tangible tools and exercises will be shared and engaged with. Contact Celina at Celina@TherapyStory.net to schedule a 15-minute consult call to connect with the workshop instructor and ensure this is the right support for your relationship.
Weekly therapeutic support group for single women and men who feel lonely, isolated during COVID, anxious, confused or misunderstood in building romantic relationships. The group is focusing on supportive, realistic and compassionate understanding of those specific issues. Group discussion and new coping strategies, psycho-education about relationships and finding answers about dating /creating better connections to establish confident, fulfilling relationships.
Hosted by Nataliya Rusetskaya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Group meets in Hoboken, NJ 07030
Weekly therapeutic support group for single women and men who feel lonely, isolated during COVID, anxious, confused or misunderstood in building romantic relationships. The group is focusing on supportive, realistic and compassionate understanding of those specific issues. Group discussion and new coping strategies, psycho-education about relationships and finding answers about dating /creating better connections to establish confident, fulfilling relationships.
This group is designed to help boys develop their leadership skills while gaining self-confidence and not fall into the peer pressures of society.
Hosted by Family Healing Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS
Group meets in Livingston, NJ 07039
This group is designed to help boys develop their leadership skills while gaining self-confidence and not fall into the peer pressures of society.
The mission of this Stress Management Anger Redirection Techniques (SMART) group is to end violent behavior in the home. SMART members agree that violence, coercion, and terror are NEVER acceptable reactions to feelings. SMART uses education and support to help members better recognize stresses and make healthier choices for relief and resolution of conflicts. This SMART group is for men who are voluntarily striving to stop behaving violently and take personal responsibility to develop mature responses for coping. #SMART #domesticviolence
The mission of this Stress Management Anger Redirection Techniques (SMART) group is to end violent behavior in the home. SMART members agree that violence, coercion, and terror are NEVER acceptable reactions to feelings. SMART uses education and support to help members better recognize stresses and make healthier choices for relief and resolution of conflicts. This SMART group is for men who are voluntarily striving to stop behaving violently and take personal responsibility to develop mature responses for coping. #SMART #domesticviolence
When the secret is out, the crisis is real. If you are facing the fallout of betrayal from sexual issues, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure how to fix what’s broken. This group offers a structured, professional space for men committed to recovery—focusing not just on stopping the behavior, but on repairing the damage. We will go through the 30 Tasks of Patrick Carnes recovery model. This isn’t just a support group; it’s a growth group. Join us as we do the hard work of restoring integrity and reclaiming your life.
Hosted by Joshua S White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP, CSAT -, Candid, ate
Group meets in Mendham, NJ 07945
When the secret is out, the crisis is real. If you are facing the fallout of betrayal from sexual issues, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure how to fix what’s broken. This group offers a structured, professional space for men committed to recovery—focusing not just on stopping the behavior, but on repairing the damage. We will go through the 30 Tasks of Patrick Carnes recovery model. This isn’t just a support group; it’s a growth group. Join us as we do the hard work of restoring integrity and reclaiming your life.
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 much more.
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 much more.
This is a supportive and confidential therapy group designed for men seeking to heal from the effects of sexual trauma and address behaviors, including sexual addiction, that may have developed as a response to past experiences. This group provides a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore emotions, build healthier relationships, and develop effective coping strategies. Together, we focus on resilience, self-awareness, and reclaiming control over your life. Join a community of understanding and strength as you navigate your path to healing and personal growth.
This is a supportive and confidential therapy group designed for men seeking to heal from the effects of sexual trauma and address behaviors, including sexual addiction, that may have developed as a response to past experiences. This group provides a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore emotions, build healthier relationships, and develop effective coping strategies. Together, we focus on resilience, self-awareness, and reclaiming control over your life. Join a community of understanding and strength as you navigate your path to healing and personal growth.
This group is for men to explore how their childhood and relationship with emotions impact the transition to fatherhood, and how fatherhood affects our inner Self. Culture, masculinity, and trauma are often recurring themes. This is a strength- and wellness-oriented group. Confidentiality from all members is expected. The start date is TBD based on roster development of a minimum 6 participants. A preliminary 12 week commitment is required. A screening process with me to assess fit is required also.
This group is for men to explore how their childhood and relationship with emotions impact the transition to fatherhood, and how fatherhood affects our inner Self. Culture, masculinity, and trauma are often recurring themes. This is a strength- and wellness-oriented group. Confidentiality from all members is expected. The start date is TBD based on roster development of a minimum 6 participants. A preliminary 12 week commitment is required. A screening process with me to assess fit is required also.
A teen’s life is often more stressful than what adults know. While everyone experiences ups and downs, teens can experience longer and more severe bouts of depression as they are often experiencing major life events for the first time. Teen mental health issues should not be overlooked or written off as “typical teenage behavior” or something "that will go away on its own." Groups create a safe place to share individual life stories that allows adolescents to feel accepted despite the adversities they are experiencing.
Hosted by Joseph LaBelle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Montclair, NJ 07042
A teen’s life is often more stressful than what adults know. While everyone experiences ups and downs, teens can experience longer and more severe bouts of depression as they are often experiencing major life events for the first time. Teen mental health issues should not be overlooked or written off as “typical teenage behavior” or something "that will go away on its own." Groups create a safe place to share individual life stories that allows adolescents to feel accepted despite the adversities they are experiencing.
Current openings for new members available! This is a long-term, group for adult men of all ages ranging from mid 20's and up. The main focus of this group is gain a deeper understanding of men's issues, how they impact your life, and to build healthy, more rewarding relationships. Feel free to contact me to start your free video or phone pre-screening today. During the pre-screening, we collaboratively determine whether the group would assist you in meeting goals most relevant to you. I am available to answer any questions you may have about group!
Hosted by Dr. Christopher Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACS
Group meets in Montclair, NJ 07042
Current openings for new members available! This is a long-term, group for adult men of all ages ranging from mid 20's and up. The main focus of this group is gain a deeper understanding of men's issues, how they impact your life, and to build healthy, more rewarding relationships. Feel free to contact me to start your free video or phone pre-screening today. During the pre-screening, we collaboratively determine whether the group would assist you in meeting goals most relevant to you. I am available to answer any questions you may have about group!
Our mens group provides a safe space to process the trauma of sexual violence.
Our mens group provides a safe space to process the trauma of sexual violence.
Women/Trans/Men/U+ issues will be discussed from an experiential/client-centered perspective. In a respective, confidential ONLINE, environment (meeting once/week) we can discuss issues pertinent to daily life. These include (but are not limited to): Relationships, men/transsexuals/Women/U+, transitions, gay/lesbian coming out, queer, career, parenting, union/divorce, goals/life! Cash only; no insurance. To learn more about this group please email Dr. Neo: Neophd@Hushmail.com
Women/Trans/Men/U+ issues will be discussed from an experiential/client-centered perspective. In a respective, confidential ONLINE, environment (meeting once/week) we can discuss issues pertinent to daily life. These include (but are not limited to): Relationships, men/transsexuals/Women/U+, transitions, gay/lesbian coming out, queer, career, parenting, union/divorce, goals/life! Cash only; no insurance. To learn more about this group please email Dr. Neo: Neophd@Hushmail.com
Bi-weekly men's support group, open forum style. Limited availability, Men's topics: including relationships, care giver stress, parenting and career issues, self-esteem. Ages 30-70. Currently during the Coronavirus we are doing the group via Telehealth/video chat.
Hosted by Larry Fisch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Highland Park, NJ 08904
Bi-weekly men's support group, open forum style. Limited availability, Men's topics: including relationships, care giver stress, parenting and career issues, self-esteem. Ages 30-70. Currently during the Coronavirus we are doing the group via Telehealth/video chat.
Beacon Men’s Group is a virtual therapy group for young men seeking purpose, connection, and strength. We talk about what it means to be a man today, how to build a satisfying life, and how to face challenges with clarity and confidence. Topics include emotional strength, masculinity, mental fitness, and overcoming loneliness. If you're wondering, “Where do I go from here?”, Beacon is a place to figure it out.
Hosted by Chris Tomkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, ACS, CCS
Group meets in Caldwell, NJ 07006
Beacon Men’s Group is a virtual therapy group for young men seeking purpose, connection, and strength. We talk about what it means to be a man today, how to build a satisfying life, and how to face challenges with clarity and confidence. Topics include emotional strength, masculinity, mental fitness, and overcoming loneliness. If you're wondering, “Where do I go from here?”, Beacon is a place to figure it out.
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Is therapy for men different than it is for women?
Therapeutic treatments and types are the same for men as they are for women, with the same protocols followed and the same strategies employed. Discussing one’s feelings and emotions is an integral part of most therapies, and some men find doing so more challenging. Therapists can help clients through the process; some specialize in treating men for this reason.
How do you encourage a man to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either himself or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can men prepare for therapy?
Men can prepare for therapy by approaching the process with an open mind, being willing to talk about their challenges, and giving treatment the time to work. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. It can be useful for men who struggle to recall their emotional states to write down notes between sessions about their response to a given event or how they were feeling at a particular time.
What should men know about the process of therapy?
One of the most common reasons men don’t seek therapy is the notion that there’s something wrong with them if they do. Men should know that just because they’re seeking therapy doesn’t mean they’re mentally ill or damaged in some way. In the same way people work on their bodies through exercise or a craft through practice, therapy can be a way to improve the mental and emotional skills needed to be productive and effective partners, employees, and people in all realms of life.