Support Groups in Westwood, NJ
Writing your memoir can be a therapeutic, cathartic tool for making sense of who you were and who you are. You will arrive at a fresh understanding of your story, the choices you've made, the paths you've chosen and how these choices and paths have brought you to where you are today. Within the safety and support of a group setting, we will explore our unique stories. You will use your own perspective and understanding of the character you know more intimately than anyone else (yourself!) to create your personal memoir.

Writing your memoir can be a therapeutic, cathartic tool for making sense of who you were and who you are. You will arrive at a fresh understanding of your story, the choices you've made, the paths you've chosen and how these choices and paths have brought you to where you are today. Within the safety and support of a group setting, we will explore our unique stories. You will use your own perspective and understanding of the character you know more intimately than anyone else (yourself!) to create your personal memoir.
This group provides a safe, supportive place for women who are separated or divorced. You will have the opportunity to talk to others who are going through similar experiences; share your thoughts, perspectives and feelings; feel more connected and less isolated. Members develop supportive, encouraging relationships and help one another realize their strengths and develop positive life plans.

This group provides a safe, supportive place for women who are separated or divorced. You will have the opportunity to talk to others who are going through similar experiences; share your thoughts, perspectives and feelings; feel more connected and less isolated. Members develop supportive, encouraging relationships and help one another realize their strengths and develop positive life plans.
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.

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All groups are fun while serious in content, depth, and individual substance. This strategy promotes a relaxed atmosphere conducive for both sharing and growth. *All Groups Are Virtual At This Time.

Hosted by Paula & James Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHS, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Teaneck, NJ 07666
All groups are fun while serious in content, depth, and individual substance. This strategy promotes a relaxed atmosphere conducive for both sharing and growth. *All Groups Are Virtual At This Time.
This is a FREE on-going-group that welcomes all who are dealing with most types of losses. End of Life issues are addressed as well as adjusting to a new reality. The spirit of the group is of support, compassion and hope. This is a group for adults however, this clinician works separately with youth of all ages.

Hosted by Ejlh Counseling Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv, MEd
Group meets in Hackensack, NJ 07601
This is a FREE on-going-group that welcomes all who are dealing with most types of losses. End of Life issues are addressed as well as adjusting to a new reality. The spirit of the group is of support, compassion and hope. This is a group for adults however, this clinician works separately with youth of all ages.
Executive Functioning: Great for kids with ADHD, high functioning Autism, emotional and behavioral dysregulation. Social Skills: Build connections with peers, improve social interactions, learn to express emotions correctly, and cooperative play with peers. Weekly sessions for both groups at Baker Street Behavioral Health's North Jersey Pediatric Development Center in Fair Lawn. To enroll contact 833-932-2724 or email info@bakerstreetpsych.com

Hosted by Baker Street Behavioral Health, PsyD, LPC, LCSW
Psychologist, PsyD, LPC, LCSW, ANP-BC, MD
Group meets in Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Executive Functioning: Great for kids with ADHD, high functioning Autism, emotional and behavioral dysregulation. Social Skills: Build connections with peers, improve social interactions, learn to express emotions correctly, and cooperative play with peers. Weekly sessions for both groups at Baker Street Behavioral Health's North Jersey Pediatric Development Center in Fair Lawn. To enroll contact 833-932-2724 or email info@bakerstreetpsych.com
Looking for ways to cope more effectively with intense emotions and/or relationships struggles? An online DBT skills group might be just what you need. In this group, you learn and practice tools from the four key DBT skills modules of mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation. These skills will help you reduce self-destructive behaviors and discover more effective ways to manage your painful emotions.

Hosted by Wellsprings Counseling Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, MBA, CEC
Group meets in Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Looking for ways to cope more effectively with intense emotions and/or relationships struggles? An online DBT skills group might be just what you need. In this group, you learn and practice tools from the four key DBT skills modules of mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation. These skills will help you reduce self-destructive behaviors and discover more effective ways to manage your painful emotions.
To provide consolidated services which include therapy, education, clinical supervision and other support by licensed and certified mental health and educational professionals of color in New Jersey.

Hosted by Yolanda Hawkins-Rodgers, LLc
Psychologist, LP, LPC, ACS
Group meets in Hackensack, NJ 07601
To provide consolidated services which include therapy, education, clinical supervision and other support by licensed and certified mental health and educational professionals of color in New Jersey.
Learn skills that will make a difference in your life and the life of your child. This group is comprised of 10 sessions for parents/caregivers. It will teach you 10 steps to regain parental control, help your child develop self-control and communicate more effectively with your child. Are mission is for you to see a noticeable difference in your relationship with your child, their behaviors and confidence in your parenting skills.

Hosted by Parenting Skills Stress Regulation Jessica Herrera
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Group meets in Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
Learn skills that will make a difference in your life and the life of your child. This group is comprised of 10 sessions for parents/caregivers. It will teach you 10 steps to regain parental control, help your child develop self-control and communicate more effectively with your child. Are mission is for you to see a noticeable difference in your relationship with your child, their behaviors and confidence in your parenting skills.
Outline a new recovery program for yourself or enhance the one you already have. Find balance in your life. Learn ways to overcome life's challenges. Learn coping skills to deal with anxiety and depression. Recognize and address your relapse triggers. Learn to function in loving rewarding relationships. Express your deepest self.

Outline a new recovery program for yourself or enhance the one you already have. Find balance in your life. Learn ways to overcome life's challenges. Learn coping skills to deal with anxiety and depression. Recognize and address your relapse triggers. Learn to function in loving rewarding relationships. Express your deepest self.
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.
Elements Psychological Services is a full-service in-person and virtual psychology practice servicing the neuropsychological assessment and psychotherapy needs of children, adults, and families in the greater New Jersey/New York areas, as well as 39 states across the country (virtually). Our team of doctoral-level neuropsychologists and clinical psychologists work with children, high school and college students, adults, parents, and high-level professionals to address emotional, behavioral, parenting, and performance needs at home, school, and work.

Elements Psychological Services is a full-service in-person and virtual psychology practice servicing the neuropsychological assessment and psychotherapy needs of children, adults, and families in the greater New Jersey/New York areas, as well as 39 states across the country (virtually). Our team of doctoral-level neuropsychologists and clinical psychologists work with children, high school and college students, adults, parents, and high-level professionals to address emotional, behavioral, parenting, and performance needs at home, school, and work.
We will meet weekly throughout pregnancy to provide a safe place to explore the full range of feelings and thoughts about pregnancy, delivery and parenthood. The focus will be on helping each other prepare for this next developmental stage of life!

Hosted by Sarah D Perkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, NCPsyA
Group meets in Ridgewood, NJ 07450
We will meet weekly throughout pregnancy to provide a safe place to explore the full range of feelings and thoughts about pregnancy, delivery and parenthood. The focus will be on helping each other prepare for this next developmental stage of life!
The purpose of this group is to provide a safe environment and teach the causes and neurobiology of trauma, provide practical tools for grounding and symptom reduction that you can use NOW, and education about available modalities for individual trauma treatment including EMDR, Somatic Experiencing and DBT-PE. No discussion or processing of traumatic events is done in the group setting. Cost: $95 per group.

Hosted by Melissa Green-Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in Midland Park, NJ 07432
The purpose of this group is to provide a safe environment and teach the causes and neurobiology of trauma, provide practical tools for grounding and symptom reduction that you can use NOW, and education about available modalities for individual trauma treatment including EMDR, Somatic Experiencing and DBT-PE. No discussion or processing of traumatic events is done in the group setting. Cost: $95 per group.
Identification with and Support from Peers

Hosted by Winifred Odriscoll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
Identification with and Support from Peers
Learn the Art of Dating:
Tired of internet dating? Awkward introduction's,
blind dates, family set ups and matchmakers? Tired of programs that do not work? Learn the skills and foundations you require to meet someone and form a relationship. This professionally facilitated group is based upon the premise that
"no one should be alone" a novel idea as old as the book of Genesis itself. Gain both insight, practical skills and develop faith, intuition and self- confidence. Learn enduring life skills through group discussion, modeling, role play, and practice.
CALL ERICK RUBEL 1-201-387-0444 FOR GROUP TIMES AND SCHEDULE

Learn the Art of Dating:
Tired of internet dating? Awkward introduction's,
blind dates, family set ups and matchmakers? Tired of programs that do not work? Learn the skills and foundations you require to meet someone and form a relationship. This professionally facilitated group is based upon the premise that
"no one should be alone" a novel idea as old as the book of Genesis itself. Gain both insight, practical skills and develop faith, intuition and self- confidence. Learn enduring life skills through group discussion, modeling, role play, and practice.
CALL ERICK RUBEL 1-201-387-0444 FOR GROUP TIMES AND SCHEDULE
An interpersonal process group for girls in grades 7-9 who are looking to connect with their peers in a safe, supportive environment. Young teen girls face a lot of different challenges during this pivotal time in their development—there are hormonal changes, new academic and social pressures, family conflicts, societal expectations, and more. This group will help them to build invaluable social and emotional skills such as conflict resolution, emotion regulation, problem-solving, and more, while also providing a space to talk about and explore important topics such as self esteem, anxiety, depression, body image, friendship issues, and other mental health challenges.

An interpersonal process group for girls in grades 7-9 who are looking to connect with their peers in a safe, supportive environment. Young teen girls face a lot of different challenges during this pivotal time in their development—there are hormonal changes, new academic and social pressures, family conflicts, societal expectations, and more. This group will help them to build invaluable social and emotional skills such as conflict resolution, emotion regulation, problem-solving, and more, while also providing a space to talk about and explore important topics such as self esteem, anxiety, depression, body image, friendship issues, and other mental health challenges.
Teens today face many struggles. Bullying, low self-esteem, drugs, alcohol, sex and dating issues are just a few of the problems our teens face. Teenage girls are particularly prone to episodes of depression and anxiety. This group therapy program will focus on developing positive coping strategies, a healthier self-image and healthier relationships. Through counseling, group discussion, and guided activities, participants will learn more about themselves and be better equipped to hand real life situations.
Weekly session topics include: Depression & Mood dysfunction; Anxiety & coping strategies; Developing a positive self-image and healthy self-esteem; Drugs, alcohol peer pressure & dating.

Teens today face many struggles. Bullying, low self-esteem, drugs, alcohol, sex and dating issues are just a few of the problems our teens face. Teenage girls are particularly prone to episodes of depression and anxiety. This group therapy program will focus on developing positive coping strategies, a healthier self-image and healthier relationships. Through counseling, group discussion, and guided activities, participants will learn more about themselves and be better equipped to hand real life situations.
Weekly session topics include: Depression & Mood dysfunction; Anxiety & coping strategies; Developing a positive self-image and healthy self-esteem; Drugs, alcohol peer pressure & dating.
Group will be conducted online and focused on relapse prevention for women in recovery (at least two years).

Hosted by Dr. Valerie Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Group meets in Ramsey, NJ 07446
Group will be conducted online and focused on relapse prevention for women in recovery (at least two years).
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Westwood?
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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.