As a group of system-focused therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
As a group of system-focused therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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Families and Couples facing acculturation issues from home or origin cultural issues to adapting to their new environment, the acculturation group is a safe space to discuss shared experiences in a judgement free environment. Visit our website for more information. All group sessions are virtual.
Hosted by Dr. Karen Muhammad
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT, RMFT, CAS, PMP
Group meets in Jersey City, NJ 07305
Families and Couples facing acculturation issues from home or origin cultural issues to adapting to their new environment, the acculturation group is a safe space to discuss shared experiences in a judgement free environment. Visit our website for more information. All group sessions are virtual.
Is your child trans or non-binary? Are you: Concerned for their safety? Unsure about the transition process? Looking for ways to support your child best? Are you in need of a safe space to process your feelings? You're not alone! Join our FREE support group for parents of trans kids and adults. What We Offer: A judgment-free zone to share experiences Resources on transitioning and supporting your child Strategies for ensuring your child's safety and well-being A community of parents facing similar challenges
Is your child trans or non-binary? Are you: Concerned for their safety? Unsure about the transition process? Looking for ways to support your child best? Are you in need of a safe space to process your feelings? You're not alone! Join our FREE support group for parents of trans kids and adults. What We Offer: A judgment-free zone to share experiences Resources on transitioning and supporting your child Strategies for ensuring your child's safety and well-being A community of parents facing similar challenges
Couples seeking a safe space to discuss relationship issues with peers, an opportunity to learn from other couples in a safe supportive environment. Topics range from stages of life challenges, parenting, careers, setting new goals and building on relational contracts with spouses. Visit our website for more information. All group sessions are virtual.
Hosted by Dr. Karen Muhammad
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT, RMFT, CAS, PMP
Group meets in Jersey City, NJ 07305
Couples seeking a safe space to discuss relationship issues with peers, an opportunity to learn from other couples in a safe supportive environment. Topics range from stages of life challenges, parenting, careers, setting new goals and building on relational contracts with spouses. Visit our website for more information. All group sessions are virtual.
A safe space for pregnant and postpartum moms navigating mood, anxiety, and relationship changes.
Hosted by Julieta Schiffino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Group meets in Jersey City, NJ 07302
A safe space for pregnant and postpartum moms navigating mood, anxiety, and relationship changes.
Join this early morning group to share what is going on in life, build community, and process the feelings of the easy and not so easy sides of being a mom and a woman. The group will meet for six weeks.
Hosted by Kelly Gentry
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACS
Group meets in Nutley, NJ 07110
Join this early morning group to share what is going on in life, build community, and process the feelings of the easy and not so easy sides of being a mom and a woman. The group will meet for six weeks.
Supportive group for caretakers of children of all ages to discuss topics including: sleep, breastfeeding, discipline, play dates, behavior, siblings, etc.
Supportive group for caretakers of children of all ages to discuss topics including: sleep, breastfeeding, discipline, play dates, behavior, siblings, etc.
Parents will have the opportunity to get support and learn specific techniques for coping with the stress, anxiety and fear accompanying their child's food allergies.
Parents will have the opportunity to get support and learn specific techniques for coping with the stress, anxiety and fear accompanying their child's food allergies.
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.
Nurtured Heart Approach®(NHA) is a strength’s based, relationship focused methodology founded strategically in “The 3 Stands™” for helping children (and adults) build Inner Wealth™ and use their intensity in successful ways. It has become a powerful way of awakening the inherent greatness in all children while facilitating parenting and classroom success. The essence of NHA has a proven impact on every child, including those who are challenged behaviorally, socially, and academically! Lots of options for how to be trained in the model. Reach out for how to customize this for your family, school or group
Hosted by Abby U. Maitland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW-S
Group meets in Teaneck, NJ 07666
Nurtured Heart Approach®(NHA) is a strength’s based, relationship focused methodology founded strategically in “The 3 Stands™” for helping children (and adults) build Inner Wealth™ and use their intensity in successful ways. It has become a powerful way of awakening the inherent greatness in all children while facilitating parenting and classroom success. The essence of NHA has a proven impact on every child, including those who are challenged behaviorally, socially, and academically! Lots of options for how to be trained in the model. Reach out for how to customize this for your family, school or group
Whether you are married or single, parenting is one of life's greatest joys and/or one of life's most challenging experiences. You will be tested and forced to develop in ways you likely never imagined. This group will provide a safe and nurturing space for members to share their experiences, thoughts and feelings and to develop connections with others on this amazing journey. Parents of young or grown children are welcome.
Whether you are married or single, parenting is one of life's greatest joys and/or one of life's most challenging experiences. You will be tested and forced to develop in ways you likely never imagined. This group will provide a safe and nurturing space for members to share their experiences, thoughts and feelings and to develop connections with others on this amazing journey. Parents of young or grown children are welcome.
Learn new skills and techniques that have been shown to help children with ADHD and find support from fellow parents. During this 8 week group you will: learn about the different types of ADHD, learn behavioral parenting strategies that have been shown to help children diagnosed with ADHD, review strategies to improve your child’s behavior in public places, discuss ways to improve your child’s behavior in school, learn more about the medications that are used to treat ADHD.
Learn new skills and techniques that have been shown to help children with ADHD and find support from fellow parents. During this 8 week group you will: learn about the different types of ADHD, learn behavioral parenting strategies that have been shown to help children diagnosed with ADHD, review strategies to improve your child’s behavior in public places, discuss ways to improve your child’s behavior in school, learn more about the medications that are used to treat ADHD.
Motherhood is a time of great joy and excitement, but it is also a period of rapid adjustment and emotional change. Many first time mothers have questions and concerns regarding the changes taking place in their lives. Who better to share these concerns with than other mothers. Gain support and insight through commonality with other women led by an experienced and licensed psychotherapist.
Hosted by Kimberly C Agresta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Englewood, NJ 07631
Motherhood is a time of great joy and excitement, but it is also a period of rapid adjustment and emotional change. Many first time mothers have questions and concerns regarding the changes taking place in their lives. Who better to share these concerns with than other mothers. Gain support and insight through commonality with other women led by an experienced and licensed psychotherapist.
A safe space for pregnant and postpartum moms navigating mood, anxiety, and relationship changes.
Hosted by Rachel Khan-McCroy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Jersey City, NJ 07302
A safe space for pregnant and postpartum moms navigating mood, anxiety, and relationship changes.
If you are worried about your kids, you're not alone. Parenting in the Digital Age is a challenge! But our kids need us to be confident role models who believe in them, and aren't afraid for (or of) them. This group will guide you to stand above the noise, and connect to your priorities for your family. We'll explore how to set clear boundaries and build trust. You'll learn to set limits and connect to your kids. Leave with an understanding of your kids that will allow you to positively support their growth.
If you are worried about your kids, you're not alone. Parenting in the Digital Age is a challenge! But our kids need us to be confident role models who believe in them, and aren't afraid for (or of) them. This group will guide you to stand above the noise, and connect to your priorities for your family. We'll explore how to set clear boundaries and build trust. You'll learn to set limits and connect to your kids. Leave with an understanding of your kids that will allow you to positively support their growth.
Couples seeking a safe space to discuss relationship issues with peers, an opportunity to learn from other couples in a safe supportive environment. Topics range from stages of life challenges, parenting, careers, setting new goals and building on relational contracts with spouses. Visit our website for more information. All group sessions are virtual.
Hosted by Dr. Karen Muhammad
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT, RMFT, CAS, PMP
Group meets in Jersey City, NJ 07305
Couples seeking a safe space to discuss relationship issues with peers, an opportunity to learn from other couples in a safe supportive environment. Topics range from stages of life challenges, parenting, careers, setting new goals and building on relational contracts with spouses. Visit our website for more information. All group sessions are virtual.
Supportive child friendly discussion of adjustment, changes, and coping with peers. Guided by a therapist to help process emotions and offer quidance. Parent group meeting at same time in alternate space.
Hosted by The Parent TRAIN
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Group meets in Pequannock, NJ 07440
Supportive child friendly discussion of adjustment, changes, and coping with peers. Guided by a therapist to help process emotions and offer quidance. Parent group meeting at same time in alternate space.
A safe space for pregnant and postpartum moms navigating mood, anxiety, and relationship changes.
A safe space for pregnant and postpartum moms navigating mood, anxiety, and relationship changes.
Receive support during your divorce journey. Divorce can be overwhelming and isolating. It involves learning new ways of engaging in the world. This group provides a safe space to manage grief and trauma associated with divorce.
Receive support during your divorce journey. Divorce can be overwhelming and isolating. It involves learning new ways of engaging in the world. This group provides a safe space to manage grief and trauma associated with divorce.
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Parenting Support Groups
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.