Support Groups in Madison, NJ
The group will focus on the following skill sets: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance.

Hosted by Tara McSorley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MSW
Group meets in Madison, NJ 07940
The group will focus on the following skill sets: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance.
Motherhood is hard work. It is filled with ups and downs and ever changing demands. In this group we will explore ways to: tolerate uncertainty and imperfection, increase self-compassion, combat self-doubt, create and maintain positive experiences and emotions, rediscover pre parenting mind and body and reunite with lost aspects of yourself. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space to process the fears, worries and joys of motherhood. I am dedicated to helping women manage their complex and competing roles more effectively. I look forward to helping you restore harmony and balance to your family life.

Motherhood is hard work. It is filled with ups and downs and ever changing demands. In this group we will explore ways to: tolerate uncertainty and imperfection, increase self-compassion, combat self-doubt, create and maintain positive experiences and emotions, rediscover pre parenting mind and body and reunite with lost aspects of yourself. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space to process the fears, worries and joys of motherhood. I am dedicated to helping women manage their complex and competing roles more effectively. I look forward to helping you restore harmony and balance to your family life.
A 4-session educational group teaching the fundamentals of mindfulness for mental wellness, with experiential guided practice of mindfulness-based exercises drawn from Zen Buddhism, Taoist qigong and internal martial arts such as tai chi.

A 4-session educational group teaching the fundamentals of mindfulness for mental wellness, with experiential guided practice of mindfulness-based exercises drawn from Zen Buddhism, Taoist qigong and internal martial arts such as tai chi.
New Year, New Healing: Join Our 8-Week Eating Disorder Support Group! ? Are you or someone you know struggling with an eating disorder? You don't have to face it alone. This January, we're launching a closed, 8-week group designed to help you heal, grow, and reclaim a healthy relationship with food and your body. ?

Hosted by Michelle Solino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Group meets in Madison, NJ 07940
New Year, New Healing: Join Our 8-Week Eating Disorder Support Group! ? Are you or someone you know struggling with an eating disorder? You don't have to face it alone. This January, we're launching a closed, 8-week group designed to help you heal, grow, and reclaim a healthy relationship with food and your body. ?
This group meets on the second Tuesday of each month to share ideas, information and support.

This group meets on the second Tuesday of each month to share ideas, information and support.
Lives Touched by Addiction is a FREE support group. This group is open to individuals and/or their loved ones who have been affected by addiction. Please call for the next available group meeting.

Hosted by Tara McSorley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MSW
Group meets in Madison, NJ 07940
Lives Touched by Addiction is a FREE support group. This group is open to individuals and/or their loved ones who have been affected by addiction. Please call for the next available group meeting.
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Meal Support & Coping Skills unite in this small 75 minute group run by 2 eating disorder professionals to provide an additional edge for those already participating in outpatient treatment who are passionate about protecting & enhancing their recovery.

Hosted by Shannon Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, CEDS- S, NCC, DRCC
Group meets in Morristown, NJ 07960
Meal Support & Coping Skills unite in this small 75 minute group run by 2 eating disorder professionals to provide an additional edge for those already participating in outpatient treatment who are passionate about protecting & enhancing their recovery.
The only approach effective for social anxiety is exposure, or also known as shame-attacking. Each group we help each other brainstorm what we will do in between group meetings because that is where the work happens anyway. This is a fun an engaging process for the group and has a supportive vibe. Our sessions are designed to help you build resilience, improve interpersonal relationships, and enhance your overall well-being.

Hosted by Daniel C. Linehan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Florham Park, NJ 07932
The only approach effective for social anxiety is exposure, or also known as shame-attacking. Each group we help each other brainstorm what we will do in between group meetings because that is where the work happens anyway. This is a fun an engaging process for the group and has a supportive vibe. Our sessions are designed to help you build resilience, improve interpersonal relationships, and enhance your overall well-being.
If you have lost your spouse or partner, join our spouse group to help you with support and solace, as well as making new friends who understand. Sessions are scheduled throughout the year. Call 973-727-8290 or email: judith.zucker@gmail.com to register for the upcoming session. I promise the group will help you mange your grief better. We will meet for six Tuesday evenings.

Hosted by Judith Zucker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Morristown, NJ 07960
If you have lost your spouse or partner, join our spouse group to help you with support and solace, as well as making new friends who understand. Sessions are scheduled throughout the year. Call 973-727-8290 or email: judith.zucker@gmail.com to register for the upcoming session. I promise the group will help you mange your grief better. We will meet for six Tuesday evenings.
The mission of Cairn Psychotherapy Group is to provide support to individuals and families while they learn to navigate life. At times it is difficult to find your way but with the right support we can help you develop realistic and achievable goals. With a combined 30 plus years of experience and multiple specialties we strive to be able to provide you with the best treatment possible. We are here to help guide and support you every step of the way. Please reach out with any questions so that we can help you determine if Cairn Psychotherapy Group is the right fit for you.

Hosted by Tricia Kostin
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Group meets in Florham Park, NJ 07932
The mission of Cairn Psychotherapy Group is to provide support to individuals and families while they learn to navigate life. At times it is difficult to find your way but with the right support we can help you develop realistic and achievable goals. With a combined 30 plus years of experience and multiple specialties we strive to be able to provide you with the best treatment possible. We are here to help guide and support you every step of the way. Please reach out with any questions so that we can help you determine if Cairn Psychotherapy Group is the right fit for you.
This Group supports individuals who struggle with freezing, shutting down, or becoming reactive in conversations. Through structured practice, gentle role play, and emotional regulation tools, participants learn to express themselves with clarity, stay grounded under pressure , rebuild confidence in this voices

Hosted by Dr. Saima Sandhu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS-MA, PhD, LPC, ACS, EMDR
Group meets in Montville, NJ 07045
This Group supports individuals who struggle with freezing, shutting down, or becoming reactive in conversations. Through structured practice, gentle role play, and emotional regulation tools, participants learn to express themselves with clarity, stay grounded under pressure , rebuild confidence in this voices
If you're thinking about changing, cutting back or stopping your use of alcohol or drugs, this workshop can help you better understand your use of alcohol and drugs and set you up for success in making desired changes to your current usage patterns. The interactive sessions provides both professional and peer support while sharing information, teaching new skills, and providing support to help you better understand your use of drugs or alcohol in a safe, non-judgmental setting where the focus is on helping you quickly improve the quality of your day-to-day life.

Hosted by Lee Ann Cianci-Morris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC
Group meets in Dover, NJ 07801
If you're thinking about changing, cutting back or stopping your use of alcohol or drugs, this workshop can help you better understand your use of alcohol and drugs and set you up for success in making desired changes to your current usage patterns. The interactive sessions provides both professional and peer support while sharing information, teaching new skills, and providing support to help you better understand your use of drugs or alcohol in a safe, non-judgmental setting where the focus is on helping you quickly improve the quality of your day-to-day life.
A powerful one-time experience for individuals, couples, families or groups of people, who want to enhance the quality of their relationships and connection. Each ‘Discovery Experiential’ is tailor-made to meet the unique needs and concerns you wish to address. So much of our experiences go beyond words and verbal exploration... The Discovery Experiential allows you to explore and develop a better understanding of the puzzling experiences in our lives. Please contact us to get more information on this extraordinary life enhancing opportunity.

A powerful one-time experience for individuals, couples, families or groups of people, who want to enhance the quality of their relationships and connection. Each ‘Discovery Experiential’ is tailor-made to meet the unique needs and concerns you wish to address. So much of our experiences go beyond words and verbal exploration... The Discovery Experiential allows you to explore and develop a better understanding of the puzzling experiences in our lives. Please contact us to get more information on this extraordinary life enhancing opportunity.
This four-week series provides both professional and peer support for those struggling with anxiety. The purpose of this highly interactive program is to dispel myths, share information, and teach targeted, practical skills to help you deal more confidently and successfully with anxiety. This group can help you: understand and recognize symptoms of anxiety; know how to leverage anxiety to work for your benefit; apply strategies for self-regulation; identify and challenge automatic negative thoughts and core beliefs that contribute to anxiety; and provide digital tools that help practice and reinforce what you've learned.

Hosted by Ascend Treatment and Wellness Center, LLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockaway, NJ 07866
This four-week series provides both professional and peer support for those struggling with anxiety. The purpose of this highly interactive program is to dispel myths, share information, and teach targeted, practical skills to help you deal more confidently and successfully with anxiety. This group can help you: understand and recognize symptoms of anxiety; know how to leverage anxiety to work for your benefit; apply strategies for self-regulation; identify and challenge automatic negative thoughts and core beliefs that contribute to anxiety; and provide digital tools that help practice and reinforce what you've learned.
A group for adults who experience a lack of control over their use of food to cope with emotions. Do you "eat" your anger, depression or anxiety? When you are lonely or bored do you turn to food to fill the void? Do you feel guilt, shame, frustration or self loathing after an episode of emotional eating instead of figuring our what's really "eating" you? Help is available in a nonjudgmental and compassionate group that blends education, support and coping strategies to reduce and resolve emotional eating.

Hosted by EVE Counseling & Coaching, LLC
Counselor, MS, LPC, LRC
Group meets in Morristown, NJ 07960
A group for adults who experience a lack of control over their use of food to cope with emotions. Do you "eat" your anger, depression or anxiety? When you are lonely or bored do you turn to food to fill the void? Do you feel guilt, shame, frustration or self loathing after an episode of emotional eating instead of figuring our what's really "eating" you? Help is available in a nonjudgmental and compassionate group that blends education, support and coping strategies to reduce and resolve emotional eating.
This group is intended for individuals who have completed an Intensive Outpatient Program level of care and who have stepped down to an Outpatient Program level of care. In this group, the focus is on building the skills needed to maintain long-term sobriety, including attending regular 12-step or other self-help support group meetings outside of treatment.

This group is intended for individuals who have completed an Intensive Outpatient Program level of care and who have stepped down to an Outpatient Program level of care. In this group, the focus is on building the skills needed to maintain long-term sobriety, including attending regular 12-step or other self-help support group meetings outside of treatment.
This group therapy offers a powerful healing community. It can enhance the gains from your individual treatment. Group members have the opportunity to give and receive feedback as well as practice coping skills. Group guidelines for emotional safety and respect of all participants are central to this group experience. If you are interested and want to try the group experience and are not a current Mind Spa client, we would be happy to schedule you for a One-on-One group intake with Dr. Shalita.

This group therapy offers a powerful healing community. It can enhance the gains from your individual treatment. Group members have the opportunity to give and receive feedback as well as practice coping skills. Group guidelines for emotional safety and respect of all participants are central to this group experience. If you are interested and want to try the group experience and are not a current Mind Spa client, we would be happy to schedule you for a One-on-One group intake with Dr. Shalita.
Executive Functioning Skills Group for Teens with ADHD

Executive Functioning Skills Group for Teens with ADHD
The Learning to Launch Therapy Group supports young adults aged 21-40 feeling stuck, often facing failure to launch syndrome such as struggling with independence, motivation, and personal and professional goals. Participants may address their mental health struggles such as depression, ADHD, OCD, anxiety while connecting with peers. Members will engage in open discussions, share insights, and tackle obstacles together. Members will create actionable strategies to improve their quality of life, regain independence, and build confidence to pursue their dreams. Join us on this transformative journey to a fulfilling future!

Hosted by Cognitive Change
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC, LCSW, LCADC
Group meets in Florham Park, NJ 07932
The Learning to Launch Therapy Group supports young adults aged 21-40 feeling stuck, often facing failure to launch syndrome such as struggling with independence, motivation, and personal and professional goals. Participants may address their mental health struggles such as depression, ADHD, OCD, anxiety while connecting with peers. Members will engage in open discussions, share insights, and tackle obstacles together. Members will create actionable strategies to improve their quality of life, regain independence, and build confidence to pursue their dreams. Join us on this transformative journey to a fulfilling future!
Mother & Daughter Circle is an 8-week support group intended to promote a healthy and sustaining bond between mothers & daughters during the transitional years from girlhood to young womanhood. They strengthen their bonds through shared listening, creative expression, and skill building through fun and heart-warmimg activities. "Heart of the Matter" promotes empathy, communication skills, stress reduction, setting limits and honoring boundaries, exploring meanings and messages about female identity, identifying relationship accountability, and experiencing affirmations. Mothers & Daughters (14-18 years old) attend group TOGETHER Thursdays starting 10/10/24 ending 12/5/24. $100 per pair for entire 8-weeks.

Hosted by Counseling & Consulting Services of North Jersey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC, LCSW, LCADC, CCS, CCTP
Group meets in Montville, NJ 07045
Mother & Daughter Circle is an 8-week support group intended to promote a healthy and sustaining bond between mothers & daughters during the transitional years from girlhood to young womanhood. They strengthen their bonds through shared listening, creative expression, and skill building through fun and heart-warmimg activities. "Heart of the Matter" promotes empathy, communication skills, stress reduction, setting limits and honoring boundaries, exploring meanings and messages about female identity, identifying relationship accountability, and experiencing affirmations. Mothers & Daughters (14-18 years old) attend group TOGETHER Thursdays starting 10/10/24 ending 12/5/24. $100 per pair for entire 8-weeks.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Madison?
To find a support group in your area, start by entering your city, zip code, or the name of the group into the search bar at the top of the page. When searching, consider whether you prefer an in-person or virtual group. This can help you decide how broad your geographic search should be. If you are open to virtual groups, you might want to search by state instead of just your city, especially if there are limited options nearby.
Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
How does group therapy work?
Group therapy is led by one or more trained therapists and provides a space where participants can process their experiences and learn from others facing similar challenges. Groups may focus on a specific issue—such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, or caregiving—or they may center around a particular therapeutic approach, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), social skill development, or Exposure Therapy. Some groups are also designed for specific populations, such as teens, veterans, or LGBTQ+ individuals.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Group therapy offers several important benefits. It brings together people facing similar challenges—whether related to mental health, physical health, or life transitions—and creates a supportive environment where participants can exchange feedback, share experiences, and learn from one another. Hearing different perspectives can help individuals discover new coping strategies and practical tools they may not have encountered on their own. Sharing personal experiences, such as coping with a serious illness or navigating family struggles, can also reduce feelings of isolation and foster a sense of connection and understanding. In addition to emotional support, group members often gain useful, real-world advice from peers who have faced similar situations.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioral exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioral exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
It is difficult to make a blanket statement about the effectiveness of support groups, as they vary widely in focus and the conditions they address. However, support groups can be highly valuable in helping individuals gain emotional support and achieve meaningful treatment outcomes. For certain conditions, such as substance use, research has shown that group therapy can be particularly effective—sometimes just as effective as individual therapy—in supporting long-term recovery.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group therapy is typically less expensive than individual therapy, with sessions typically costing between $50 and $75 each. In comparison, individual therapy can cost anywhere from $100 to $200 or more per session, even with insurance. Some therapists or organizations offer low-cost or free group therapy options, particularly through community centers or nonprofit organizations. In some cases, groups may require payment upfront for a set number of sessions, such as paying for six weekly sessions at the first meeting. However, many providers offer payment plans to help make participation more accessible if this upfront payment is required.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, insurance coverage for group therapy varies based on factors such as your specific insurance plan, the purpose of the group, your diagnosis, and whether the group provider is in-network. Many insurance plans cover group therapy sessions that address diagnosable mental health conditions, such as substance use disorders, anxiety, or depression.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of each group therapy session typically ranges from 45 minutes to two hours, depending on the therapy approach, the group’s goals, and how often the group meets. In some cases, group therapy is part of a larger treatment program, such as an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), where group sessions complement individual therapy and are scheduled as part of the program’s overall structure.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups offer many benefits, but they also have certain limitations. Unlike therapy groups, many support groups do not provide formal therapeutic treatment and are not led by licensed mental health professionals. For individuals seeking clinical treatment for specific mental health diagnoses—such as depression, eating disorders, or substance use—individual therapy or group therapy led by a licensed professional may offer more personalized and specialized care.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.