This group specializes in working with people who suffer with anxiety & depression & who have considered suicide. The facilitators use various techniques to teach participants ways to manage their symptoms outside of group meetings. Struggling with these issues can often cause feelings of shame, guilt and embarrassment, which can lead to detachment from friends, family and other important relationships. This group allows for connection with others battling the same things in order to lessen the feelings of isolation. This is a closed group that meets for 6 weeks, starting April 9th 2020. Full Participation required. HSA & FSA accepted for payment. Call Now to reserve your space.

Hosted by HELP for Parents Network, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, BC-TMH
Group meets in Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
The HELP for Parents Network passionately serves the emotional needs of adults, children, couples and families, who are struggling to cope with the demands of their everyday life. Our mental health counseling services are tailored to the needs of the individual client or family. We meet people where they are and help them to reach their full potential, regardless of their challenges. We offer sessions in the office, online via video or chat and in some cases we can meet in your home. Our evaluations are not covered by insurance. We will be happy to provide you with a Superbill to present to your insurance company for reimbursement.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. Especially now more than ever, we can feel isolated, have spikes in anxiety, fear & worry. This group is co-led by Dr. Amy Moore and Karuna DiLibero. We support and teach you the skills to calm your inner chaos. We have a social media community, weekly group psychotherapy coaching calls with Dr. Amy, tips about self-care, coping skills, and education. And, you will also learn how to use natural remedies, gut health, and diet and lifestyle changes to support your mental wellness, weekly Guided meditations, Breathing exercises, affirmations, and community support!

It is my life purpose and passion to help others develop inner resilience and self compassion to navigate their deep personal growth journey. I offer both traditional psychotherapy and holistic modalities, giving people HOPE and tools they need to heal emotional wounds and behavioral patterns. I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families who are motivated to have better relationships with themselves and their loved ones.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a powerful therapy for individuals who have trouble regulating emotions & behaviors. These groups help replace problematic thought / behavior patterns with more adaptive ways of coping to create a "life worth living." We focus on 4 skills modules: 1) Mindfulness, 2) Distress Tolerance, 3) Emotion Regulation, & 4) Interpersonal Effectiveness. Our Intermediate & Advanced groups integrate didactic skills training with a psychodynamic group process, helping clients utilize existing skill-based knowledge in current life situations. Our next group will launch in Summer 2025.

Hosted by Dr. Christopher G. Deussing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, C-DBT
Group meets in Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
Dr. Deussing has helped many people with a variety of psychological presentations including mood disorders, trauma, grief, addiction, & personality disorders. Currently, three of his primary focuses are Borderline Personality Disorder, Ketamine Therapy, & Men's Mental Health. Dr. Deussing's core competencies are Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Modern Psychoanalysis, & Psychedelic Therapy. He is a creative clinician who uses a humanistic client-centered approach. Dr. Deussing is an expert group facilitator licensed to practice in 6 states (PA, NJ, DE, CO, FL, & HI). He also provides training, supervision, & consultation services.
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Rebellious Wellness Counseling is happy to introduce a fun weekly therapeutic emotion regulation and social skills based group for elementary aged children. The group uses evidenced based cognitive-behavioral approaches and mindfulness strategies to provide clients with the tools they need to reach their goals and manage their emotions. Main areas of focus will be anxiety, self esteem, emotion regulation, impulse control, and social skills.

Hosted by Annette M Pineiro (Individuals Families Couples Groups)
Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Marlton, NJ 08053
Among her areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, life transitions, personality disorders, stress management, substance abuse, adoption, bereavement, trauma, and eating disorders.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS VIA TELETHERAPY AND IN PERSON** Annette M. Pineiro is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in individual, couples, and family counseling. She provides therapy to clients of any age, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, and disability. Her goal as a therapist is to create a warm, safe and non-judgmental space where individuals can share their stories. Annette supports her clients to reach realistic goals by providing them with motivation, empathy, and effective coping skills.
The Hopewell Springs Counseling Center (HSCC) of Marlton, NJ is proud to have a clinical staff comprised of only doctoral level licensed psychologists! We are your South Jersey center for the professional evaluation and treatment of a multitude of psychological issues. In addition to conducting formal psychological evaluations, our psychologists specialize in the professional treatment of anxiety (worries, fears, OCD, panic, trauma, social), depression (sadness, grief, poor self esteem, loss of pleasure, hopelessness), stress and coping deficits, relationship issues, behavioral issues, and more.

My specialties include the assessment and treatment of a multitude of issues including anxiety (e.g., worries/fears, panic, OCD, trauma), depression (e.g., sadness, poor self esteem, hopelessness, loss of interest/pleasure), relationships/couples, anger, and stress management.
Due to COVID-19, I now offer online video counseling as an option.I work with clients to drastically reduce symptoms, suffering, and to help them get back to living peaceful and meaningful lives with dignity. Our Hopewell Springs Counseling Center aims to provide a warm, judgement-free, and upscale environment in which to engage in counseling and treatment.
Group members will set goals, learn emotion regulation and coping skills, build self esteem, discuss healthy friendships and relationships, learn assertive communication, boundary setting, self responsibility and more! Group will be held on Thursdays, virtually at 6pm and will be catered to ages 15-18. This group is inclusive to all genders. If you are outside of this age range and still interested, please feel free to reach out for other group opportunities.

I have received the most education and training working with women's issues, teen issues, anxiety, depression and OCD.
I believe the therapeutic process is different for everyone, but will always be conducted in a safe and nonjudgmental manner. I enjoy collaborating with each client to create a unique plan that caters to their wants, needs and goals using research based treatment strategies in combination with wellness and holistic practices.
I offer 90 minute sessions for EMDR and Brain-spotting with the intention of helping to desensitize and reprocess distressing memories, resolve Adverse Childhood Experiences, and treat Attachment Wounding.

I work with clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, or overwhelm.
NJ State licensed, ANCC Board certified, EMDR certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I offer medication management and therapy. I have additional training and experience with Brain-spotting, Ego States, Somatic Re-experiencing, Dissociation, PTSD, Internal Family Systems, Attachment, & Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a powerful therapy for individuals who have trouble regulating emotions & behaviors. These groups help replace problematic thought / behavior patterns with more adaptive ways of coping to create a "life worth living." We focus on 4 skills modules: 1) Mindfulness, 2) Distress Tolerance, 3) Emotion Regulation, & 4) Interpersonal Effectiveness. Our Intermediate & Advanced groups integrate didactic skills training with a psychodynamic group process, helping clients utilize existing skill-based knowledge in current life situations. Our next group launches in January 2025.

Hosted by Allison Whitmore
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RYT-200
Group meets in Marlton, NJ 08053
We all experience shades of anxiety and depression, some stronger than others.
I have a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology and am a Registered Yoga teacher. I am humanistic in my approach and integrate my understanding of the body's influence on the mind (& vice versa) in healing. I work from a foundation of empathetic awareness and have training in DBT, mindfulness-based practices, and experience working with those in recovery.
The Hopewell Springs Counseling Center (HSCC) of Marlton, NJ is proud to have a clinical staff comprised of only doctoral level licensed psychologists! We are your South Jersey center for the professional evaluation and treatment of a multitude of psychological issues. In addition to conducting formal psychological evaluations, our psychologists specialize in the professional treatment of anxiety (worries, fears, OCD, panic, trauma, social), depression (sadness, grief, poor self esteem, loss of pleasure, hopelessness), stress and coping deficits, relationship issues, behavioral issues, and more.

If you are struggling with self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, relationship/family issues, or other challenges unique to your life, my collaborative and skills based approach will be helpful for you.
I work to help my clients get back to a life of peace and meaning, and to become the best versions of themselves. My office is a judgement-free zone and I aim to provide top quality services in a warm, caring, and upscale environment.
building support and encouragement through sharing our experiences, strength and hope. developing a community of people who are working through depression and anxiety as well so you know you're not alone. Setting goals and accountability for positive changes in thought and behavior.

I seek to help people who struggle in life with depression, anxiety(fear), unhealthy thought patterns, feeling overwhelmed with responsibilities, loneliness, trouble in relationships and marriages, and the impact of past traumas.
I use a solution-focused approach to counseling based on the principles, instructions, truths, insights and disciplines found in the bible. I will use Bible as the textbook in which will be empowering and transforming. Using Christian Cognitive behavior techniques help form your thoughts and beliefs that lead to healing, growth and restored life.
At Hopewell Springs Counseling, we strive not only for excellence in services delivered, but also to provide our clients with a very safe, judgment-free, and upscale environment for which to engage in counseling. We are proud to have been recognized for achievement in Psychotherapy & Counseling for the years 2012 through 2021 by the MAC. Additionally, Our staff has recently been featured in many local media outlets including: NBC 10 Philadelphia TV News, South Jersey Magazine, The Courier Post, The Burlington County Times, Philadelphia's 94.1 WIP Sports Radio, and 107.9 fm PRAISE Radio Philadelphia!

Hosted by Kimberly Leibovitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LSW, CSSW
Group meets in Marlton, NJ 08053
I treat children, adolescents, teens and adults for a multitude of issues including anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, family/relationship issues, and school/social related issues.
My broad background includes spending over 2 decades working clinically with children through geriatrics including: conducting psychotherapy/counseling, treating families with conflict, heading child study teams in NJ schools, & participating in Camden County special services director meetings. I have also worked in conjunction with local community leaders.
Inner Balance Psychology Center is a practice that provides individual, couples, family and group therapy to children, adolescents and adults. We specialize in many psychological disorders including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, childhood behavioral and learning disorders, grief/loss, trauma, relationship problems, women' issues, divorce/separation and family discord.

Specialties include depression, anxiety/panic disorders, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, personality disorders, women's issues, ADHD, and behavioral/academic difficulties.
I provide an empathetic, supportive and caring atmosphere to assist my clients in developing trust to work collaboratively on finding realistic solutions to their problems using evidence based treatment. My treatment approaches include CBT, ACT and ERP for individuals suffering from various disorders and psychological distress. In addition, to psychotherapy, I conduct psychological evaluations/testing, psychoeducational testing, ADHD evaluations, independent medical evaluations and biofeedback. Moreover, I have a background with PIP and workman's comprehension clients as well as with parent coordination.
This a virtual support group that is designed to identify challenges high school seniors are facing with COVID-19 pandemic such as the impact on their traditional milestones. The participants will be empowered to identify healthy coping strategies. The Support Groups will focus on identifying challenges and personal triggers, importance of mental and physical well being, and creating healthy boundaries and structure.

Hosted by Mobin Chadha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAMS-II
Group meets in Bordentown, NJ 08505
or Depressed?
I am glad that you have reached out for help. It takes STRENGTH! I am a person-centered therapist who uses strength-based, solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral therapy. My ultimate goal is to EMPOWER you to reach your goals.The purpose of my services is to work together to effect CHANGE.
The Hopewell Springs Counseling Center (HSCC) of Marlton, NJ is proud to have a clinical staff comprised of only doctoral level licensed psychologists! We are your South Jersey center for the professional evaluation and treatment of a multitude of psychological issues. In addition to conducting formal psychological evaluations, our psychologists specialize in the professional treatment of anxiety (worries, fears, OCD, panic, trauma, social), depression (sadness, grief, poor self esteem, loss of pleasure, hopelessness), stress and coping deficits, relationship issues, behavioral issues, and more.

I am here to help you with your anxiety, depression, relationships, and more.
Dr. ferenschak has years of clinical experience utilizing the latest approaches in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). His specialties include the assessment and treatment of anxiety issues (trauma, panic attacks, OCD, generalized worries/fears, etc.), depression issues, young adult/high school/college student struggles, relationship issues, and more.
Our commitment is to provide high quality psychotherapy services right here in South Jersey. Our staff, comprised of only highly trained and experienced licensed clinicians, works closely with our clients to try to eliminate the suffering and struggling they live with on a daily basis. Furthermore, we aim to help our clients return to living fulfilling and meaningful lives with peace and dignity. Our Mission at the Hopewell Springs Counseling Center is to deliver excellent counseling services in a non-judgmental and warm environment. Our licensed psychologists and psychotherapists utilize a supportive psychotherapy approach in conjunction with the latest advances in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

I specialize in the cognitive behavioral treatment of anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, addiction issues, and more.
Whether your issues pertain to anxiety, mood, grief, relationships, or something else, I am here to listen and offer skills that are shown to be effective in the clinical research. I won't simply sit back and listen, but rather, I believe its important to offer feedback and to have an active and collaborative approach to treatment.
At Acacia Life Therapy, our mission is to empower individuals to achieve mental and emotional longevity through expert, compassionate care. Drawing inspiration from the Acacia tree, revered in ancient Egypt as a symbol of resilience, protection, enlightenment, and renewal. In the same vein, as Acacia's steadfast presence spanning across diverse landscapes, we aim to cultivate an environment where resilience is not merely a trait but a way of life, where the spirit thrives even amidst adversity, echoing the enduring legacy of the revered Acacia tree through the ages.

Hosted by Acacia Life Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Group meets in Bordentown, NJ 08505
Specializing in anxiety, depression, and a spectrum of mental health concerns, we bring vast experience supporting individuals grappling with various life stressors: from adjustment struggles to grief, intimacy, career shifts, and self-esteem issues.
Now serving Georgia and Florida. At Acacia Life Therapy, our mission is to empower individuals to achieve mental and emotional longevity through expert, compassionate care. Drawing inspiration from the Acacia tree, revered in ancient Egypt as a symbol of resilience, protection, enlightenment, and renewal. Embodying the timeless qualities attributed to this majestic tree, our commitment is unwavering towards fostering personal growth and fortitude, enabling each individual not merely to withstand the trials of existence but to flourish in their wake.
This is an open virtual group for women who are looking to build skills in order maintain their emotional health and well-being. Each group will cover a new topic or skill and will also provide time to process and share individual growth and challenges.

I am here to provide support to those who struggle with anxiety, stress, depression or who need help navigating difficult life transitions and changes.
My style of therapy is compassionate, direct and affirming. I meet each person I work with where they are at and tailor treatment goals and interventions to meet their needs. I utilize DBT, CBT and positive psychology to help build confidence and promote growth and change. As a clinician, I focus on the symptoms rather than the diagnosis.
I am a sole practioner with 25 = years of experience. Please see my bio.

Hosted by Tracy Carpenter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NJSSW, LPC
Group meets in Haddon Heights, NJ 08035
I have experience in a broad range of concerns including, anxiety, depression, addictions, OCD, autism, stress reduction and helping people transition be it from a young adult launching to someone considering retirement.
I love working with people who are motivated, dedicated, curious about improving their mental health and maintaining their mental health. They also often want to understand the patterns they have learned and developed over the years, how that happened, and how we can try to make things better. Whether you are 18 or 81, my goal is to support you, listen, and figure out what you need and how to make it happen.
Measures adolescent's negative thoughts about self, life and the future, feelings of sadness and guilt, and sleep disturbance. Measures adolescents' specific worries about school performance, and evaluates an adolescent's thoughts of anger. Identifies thoughts and behaviors associated with conduct disorder and measures feelings of positive self-worth.

Some common sessions include depression, anxiety, difficulties in important relationships, attention problems, and disruptive behaviors.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! As a licensed Psychologist in the State of New Jersey, my primary function is to serve as a consultant and ally in helping clients identify and reach their treatment goals. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families across a variety of systems. This range of experiences has allowed me opportunities to work with exceptional families, many of whom were entering treatment for the first time. In my work I aim to build strong connections with others including school staff, doctors, and members of faith communities to enact meaningful change for clients of all ages.
This 8 session introductory offering will introduce participants to compassion focused practices that support self-care, connection and change. We will learn fundamentals of using compassion as a foundational skill for improving self-care, integrative health outcomes and relational connection to ourselves, others and the environment. Each session will include: 1) Psychoeducation; 2) Skills training; 3) Time for skills practice and reflection. Group is limited to 8 participants, ages 18 and older. The fee is $65 and statements will be provided to you for insurance reimbursement. Please speak to us about sliding scale fees if needed to support your participation.

Hosted by Beth Fier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS
Group meets in Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Our therapists will tailor treatment to your specific concerns, and we specialize in working with issues related to self-criticism, shame, and the patterns of avoidance that are often associated with trauma, anxiety, depression, and problem perfectionism.
Our practice takes an integrated approach, incorporating attention to family and social learning histories, body-based health, and emotional experiencing. This typically includes exploring automatic patterns of thought and behavior linked to your symptoms in order to help you gain understanding, confidence, new skills and resources for change.
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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.