Support Groups in Brooklyn, NY
Please read or look into the book, The Depression Cure by Dr. Ilardi. This program is a 14 week program specifically designed for people suffering from depression. Please google Dr. Ilardi to see his TED talk to understand the full scope of the program. This can also be integrated into individual therapy as well. The program includes a weekly individual 10-15 min. check via email or phone.
Please read or look into the book, The Depression Cure by Dr. Ilardi. This program is a 14 week program specifically designed for people suffering from depression. Please google Dr. Ilardi to see his TED talk to understand the full scope of the program. This can also be integrated into individual therapy as well. The program includes a weekly individual 10-15 min. check via email or phone.
As the new year gets underway, this workshop offers a supportive space to pause and reflect - especially if you’ve recently felt unmotivated, stuck, or overwhelmed. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with peers who truly get it, learn practical tools and strategies, and create action steps toward your goals. The workshop is designed to foster growth through a combination of self-exploration and collective energy. To keep the experience personal and impactful, the workshop is capped at ten participants. Email for more details.
Hosted by Rebecca Ackerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Group meets in Brooklyn, NY 11238
As the new year gets underway, this workshop offers a supportive space to pause and reflect - especially if you’ve recently felt unmotivated, stuck, or overwhelmed. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with peers who truly get it, learn practical tools and strategies, and create action steps toward your goals. The workshop is designed to foster growth through a combination of self-exploration and collective energy. To keep the experience personal and impactful, the workshop is capped at ten participants. Email for more details.
This group provides a safe environment to explore ones thoughts, feelings and emotional reactions in response to other group members. The group serves to decrease a sense of social isolation, raise self-esteem and validate ones experiences. It also serves to explore and examine interpersonal relationships, struggles and conflicts, with regards to ones past and present life. Members achieve a greater sense of self-awareness through the process of interacting with other group members.
This group provides a safe environment to explore ones thoughts, feelings and emotional reactions in response to other group members. The group serves to decrease a sense of social isolation, raise self-esteem and validate ones experiences. It also serves to explore and examine interpersonal relationships, struggles and conflicts, with regards to ones past and present life. Members achieve a greater sense of self-awareness through the process of interacting with other group members.
For professional musicians, choosing a life of sobriety can be very difficult. Without support, it can lead to social isolation, anxiety, depression, career confusion and difficulty navigating relationships. Sober Train is group therapy for musicians who want to choose a sober life. Facilitated by psychotherapist and lifelong music industry professional Odelia Powell, the group works towards resolving underlying issues that have contributed to unhealthy substance use. The goal of the group is to help participants stay connected with their professional and artistic endeavors, while strengthening their personal and social lives. The group meets weekly and is accepting new members.
For professional musicians, choosing a life of sobriety can be very difficult. Without support, it can lead to social isolation, anxiety, depression, career confusion and difficulty navigating relationships. Sober Train is group therapy for musicians who want to choose a sober life. Facilitated by psychotherapist and lifelong music industry professional Odelia Powell, the group works towards resolving underlying issues that have contributed to unhealthy substance use. The goal of the group is to help participants stay connected with their professional and artistic endeavors, while strengthening their personal and social lives. The group meets weekly and is accepting new members.
I'm offering a new, 6-week virtual young men's dating and relationship support group starting 1/30/24 Tuesday evenings, covering toxic masculinity, anxiety, self esteem, and more. It is open to anyone in the country/world in his 20's-early 40'. Virtual, direct pay. If you'd like to learn more, schedule a free brief consultation with me to see if you'd be a good fit. info@francescamaxime.com or www.maximeclarity.com
Hosted by Francesca Maxime
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, SEP, IFS, FOT
Group meets in Brooklyn, NY 11215
I'm offering a new, 6-week virtual young men's dating and relationship support group starting 1/30/24 Tuesday evenings, covering toxic masculinity, anxiety, self esteem, and more. It is open to anyone in the country/world in his 20's-early 40'. Virtual, direct pay. If you'd like to learn more, schedule a free brief consultation with me to see if you'd be a good fit. info@francescamaxime.com or www.maximeclarity.com
This supportive group helps you understand your anger, uncover triggers, and learn healthier ways to respond. Through guided discussions and practical exercises, you’ll build skills to recognize early signs of escalation, communicate more effectively, and manage stress before it boils over. We’ll explore the roots of anger—like hurt, fear, or frustration—and develop tools to navigate conflict while staying true to your values. By the end of the group, you’ll feel more in control, deepen self-awareness, and strengthen relationships. Join us to break old patterns and create a calmer, more balanced life.
This supportive group helps you understand your anger, uncover triggers, and learn healthier ways to respond. Through guided discussions and practical exercises, you’ll build skills to recognize early signs of escalation, communicate more effectively, and manage stress before it boils over. We’ll explore the roots of anger—like hurt, fear, or frustration—and develop tools to navigate conflict while staying true to your values. By the end of the group, you’ll feel more in control, deepen self-awareness, and strengthen relationships. Join us to break old patterns and create a calmer, more balanced life.
A loved one coming out can be a challenging time for the whole family, whether that is biological or chosen family/friends . We focus on creating an open and supportive space to process those feelings as well as teach some helpful tools so you can be there for your loved ones. This group is virtual and free!
A loved one coming out can be a challenging time for the whole family, whether that is biological or chosen family/friends . We focus on creating an open and supportive space to process those feelings as well as teach some helpful tools so you can be there for your loved ones. This group is virtual and free!
Mindful Self Therapy is a trauma-informed group practice led by creatives. We specialize in working with artists, individuals and couples who seek support through life’s challenges. As practitioners with backgrounds in the music industry, we understand the unique emotional landscapes that creatives often navigate, including identity, burnout, perfectionism. Our work expands to those outside of the creative realm, with a specialized focus on Trauma, relationships and ADHD. Whether you're processing past trauma, seeking deeper self-awareness, or navigating the complexities of creative living, we're here to support your journey.
Mindful Self Therapy is a trauma-informed group practice led by creatives. We specialize in working with artists, individuals and couples who seek support through life’s challenges. As practitioners with backgrounds in the music industry, we understand the unique emotional landscapes that creatives often navigate, including identity, burnout, perfectionism. Our work expands to those outside of the creative realm, with a specialized focus on Trauma, relationships and ADHD. Whether you're processing past trauma, seeking deeper self-awareness, or navigating the complexities of creative living, we're here to support your journey.
Whole Again: The Healing Room for the Brokenhearted Woman is a 3-hour live virtual healing course and mini retreat for women navigating the pain of heartbreak, divorce, betrayal, or loss. Through a unique blend of faith, therapy, and community support, participants will learn to release emotional burdens, rediscover identity, and begin healing from the inside out. Led by Tabitha Azor, LMFT, founder of NYC Healing Center, this workshop offers a safe and sacred space to connect, reflect, and start the journey toward emotional and spiritual wholeness.
Hosted by NYC Healing Center | Tabitha Azor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Brooklyn, NY 11201
Whole Again: The Healing Room for the Brokenhearted Woman is a 3-hour live virtual healing course and mini retreat for women navigating the pain of heartbreak, divorce, betrayal, or loss. Through a unique blend of faith, therapy, and community support, participants will learn to release emotional burdens, rediscover identity, and begin healing from the inside out. Led by Tabitha Azor, LMFT, founder of NYC Healing Center, this workshop offers a safe and sacred space to connect, reflect, and start the journey toward emotional and spiritual wholeness.
Do you want to feel empowered by learning coping skills for anxiety, panic attacks , depression or emotional reactivity? Do you want to learn how to build meaningful relationships, create more daily peace and find inner strength and meaning? Do you want to learn how to manage intense or overwhelming emotions, impulsive behavior or intrusive thoughts? Do you want to feel the support of working in a group setting and seeing that you are not alone?
Do you want to feel empowered by learning coping skills for anxiety, panic attacks , depression or emotional reactivity? Do you want to learn how to build meaningful relationships, create more daily peace and find inner strength and meaning? Do you want to learn how to manage intense or overwhelming emotions, impulsive behavior or intrusive thoughts? Do you want to feel the support of working in a group setting and seeing that you are not alone?
The days can easily get filled up taking care of everyone else… What About You? Motherhood is filled with moments of joy, love and gratitude. However, it can also be exhausting due to responsibilities, heightened expectations, role shifts and loss of self. It’s not easy, and we certainly don’t have to pretend it is. Surround yourself with support. Let’s make motherhood more manageable together! Feel free to contact me for more details regarding our virtual meetings.
The days can easily get filled up taking care of everyone else… What About You? Motherhood is filled with moments of joy, love and gratitude. However, it can also be exhausting due to responsibilities, heightened expectations, role shifts and loss of self. It’s not easy, and we certainly don’t have to pretend it is. Surround yourself with support. Let’s make motherhood more manageable together! Feel free to contact me for more details regarding our virtual meetings.
A supportive group for new parents. This group will run on a time limited basis, approximately 4 - 6 sessions. It will offer new parents an opportunity in a professionally facilated group to explore their concerns and the stress related to being a new parent.
A supportive group for new parents. This group will run on a time limited basis, approximately 4 - 6 sessions. It will offer new parents an opportunity in a professionally facilated group to explore their concerns and the stress related to being a new parent.
Mission: I have created this group to: - Reflect and learn how to embrace your “desi” identity -Cultivate a supportive community and normalize the struggles among south asian community -Learn how to improve communication skills to foster stronger connections with others - Learn coping skills to navigate cultural obstacles and difficult emotions with tolerance Details: Who: South Asian millennials ages 18-30 who struggle with embracing your cultural identity Where: Virtual ( members must be located in NY) When: Tentative date Jan 22nd
Mission: I have created this group to: - Reflect and learn how to embrace your “desi” identity -Cultivate a supportive community and normalize the struggles among south asian community -Learn how to improve communication skills to foster stronger connections with others - Learn coping skills to navigate cultural obstacles and difficult emotions with tolerance Details: Who: South Asian millennials ages 18-30 who struggle with embracing your cultural identity Where: Virtual ( members must be located in NY) When: Tentative date Jan 22nd
Untangled Threads Psychology offers compassionate, culturally-sensitive therapy for individuals, couples, and families from minority communities. We understand the unique emotional and psychological challenges faced by people of color, immigrants, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and others navigating increased anxiety, depression, and stress related to intergenerational trauma, questions about identity, discrimination, and systemic inequality in America. Our licensed therapists provide telehealth therapy in California and New York, creating safe and affirming spaces for healing and growth. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationships, we are here with evidence-based interventions to help you process your experiences and reclaim your narrative.
Untangled Threads Psychology offers compassionate, culturally-sensitive therapy for individuals, couples, and families from minority communities. We understand the unique emotional and psychological challenges faced by people of color, immigrants, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and others navigating increased anxiety, depression, and stress related to intergenerational trauma, questions about identity, discrimination, and systemic inequality in America. Our licensed therapists provide telehealth therapy in California and New York, creating safe and affirming spaces for healing and growth. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationships, we are here with evidence-based interventions to help you process your experiences and reclaim your narrative.
The Reset Room is a trauma-informed virtual process group for multicultural professionals experiencing burnout, anxiety, and chronic stress. Designed for high-functioning individuals who feel emotionally exhausted by workplace pressure and cultural expectations, this group offers space to slow down and reconnect. Sessions explore how stress and trauma impact the nervous system and integrate mindfulness, somatic practices, and emotion-regulation skills. The Reset Room provides a culturally responsive, supportive environment to reduce overwhelm, build resilience, and feel less alone. This group may complement individual therapy or serve as a stand-alone option.
Hosted by Taiwo Majekodunmi
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC-D, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Brooklyn, NY 11201
The Reset Room is a trauma-informed virtual process group for multicultural professionals experiencing burnout, anxiety, and chronic stress. Designed for high-functioning individuals who feel emotionally exhausted by workplace pressure and cultural expectations, this group offers space to slow down and reconnect. Sessions explore how stress and trauma impact the nervous system and integrate mindfulness, somatic practices, and emotion-regulation skills. The Reset Room provides a culturally responsive, supportive environment to reduce overwhelm, build resilience, and feel less alone. This group may complement individual therapy or serve as a stand-alone option.
Adults who grew up with a highly narcissistic parent have unique challenges and concerns. It can be very helpful to acknowledge and share the difficulties of having a Narcissistic parent. Individuals in the group will share their stories in a safe environment, learn about narcissism and its effects on others, receive support, identify current problems in relating with others as a result of growing up with a Narcissist and learn new ways of communicating. Some New York and Florida insurance plans accepted. Email for fees and info. every other week - Wed. night 5:30 pm. ( Also see: https://www.facebook.com/groups/narcsup)
Adults who grew up with a highly narcissistic parent have unique challenges and concerns. It can be very helpful to acknowledge and share the difficulties of having a Narcissistic parent. Individuals in the group will share their stories in a safe environment, learn about narcissism and its effects on others, receive support, identify current problems in relating with others as a result of growing up with a Narcissist and learn new ways of communicating. Some New York and Florida insurance plans accepted. Email for fees and info. every other week - Wed. night 5:30 pm. ( Also see: https://www.facebook.com/groups/narcsup)
The Tyros Support Group is a compassionate community for pet owners coping with the loss of a beloved pet, facing challenges with a pet’s health, or navigating life with an Emotional Support Animal (ESA). This group offers a safe, understanding space to share experiences, connect with others who empathize, and access coping strategies from both peers and professionals. Through guided discussions, therapeutic activities, and empathetic listening, members can honor their pets’ memories and address the complex emotions tied to pet loss, health issues, and ESA needs. Tyros is here to provide understanding, compassion, and support during difficult times.
Hosted by ABS Comfort Animal Support Program
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Group meets in Brooklyn, NY 11209
The Tyros Support Group is a compassionate community for pet owners coping with the loss of a beloved pet, facing challenges with a pet’s health, or navigating life with an Emotional Support Animal (ESA). This group offers a safe, understanding space to share experiences, connect with others who empathize, and access coping strategies from both peers and professionals. Through guided discussions, therapeutic activities, and empathetic listening, members can honor their pets’ memories and address the complex emotions tied to pet loss, health issues, and ESA needs. Tyros is here to provide understanding, compassion, and support during difficult times.
This is a dynamic, interactive group that focuses on interpersonal growth, improving relationships and increasing self-esteem. You will learn to speak clearly and directly to others which leads to feeling more secure in your sense of self. Group can act as a support network and sounding board and regularly talking and listening to others helps to put your own problems in perspective. Finding commonality in group reduces anxiety, depression and improves your mental health. We live our lives in social roles - family, work, school, and community organizations. Experience in group therapy helps you navigate these areas successfully.
Hosted by Teresa Solomita
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, NCPsyA
Group meets in Brooklyn, NY 11238
This is a dynamic, interactive group that focuses on interpersonal growth, improving relationships and increasing self-esteem. You will learn to speak clearly and directly to others which leads to feeling more secure in your sense of self. Group can act as a support network and sounding board and regularly talking and listening to others helps to put your own problems in perspective. Finding commonality in group reduces anxiety, depression and improves your mental health. We live our lives in social roles - family, work, school, and community organizations. Experience in group therapy helps you navigate these areas successfully.
This 1 hour 30 min group is for 15 - 16 y/o teens who are willing to address their issues with peers (feeling anxious, insignificant, forced to people pleasing) to improve social status, better understand and appreciate who they are and develop strong communication skills. Currently recruiting: zoom screening process.
This 1 hour 30 min group is for 15 - 16 y/o teens who are willing to address their issues with peers (feeling anxious, insignificant, forced to people pleasing) to improve social status, better understand and appreciate who they are and develop strong communication skills. Currently recruiting: zoom screening process.
Do you want to feel empowered by learning coping skills for anxiety, panic attacks , depression or emotional reactivity? Do you want to learn how to build meaningful relationships, create more daily peace and find inner strength and meaning? Do you want to learn how to manage intense or overwhelming emotions, impulsive behavior or intrusive thoughts? Do you want to feel the support of working in a group setting and seeing that you are not alone?
Hosted by Dianne Ghiraj Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, LMHC-D, CASAC
Group meets in Brooklyn, NY 11201
Do you want to feel empowered by learning coping skills for anxiety, panic attacks , depression or emotional reactivity? Do you want to learn how to build meaningful relationships, create more daily peace and find inner strength and meaning? Do you want to learn how to manage intense or overwhelming emotions, impulsive behavior or intrusive thoughts? Do you want to feel the support of working in a group setting and seeing that you are not alone?
