This open men’s group offers a supportive space to explore life’s challenges, the obstacles you’ve encountered, and the patterns shaping your experiences. Together, we work toward solutions that help you move closer to the life you envision. The group remains intentionally small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful therapeutic process. Our focus includes your personal narrative, the stories you carry, and how they influence your well?being. We also use imagination and creativity as tools for insight and healing, helping you sort through what feels most present in your life.
I've worked with teens, adults and families dealing with things like depression, anxiety, self-loathing, low self-esteem, and complex trauma.
This open men’s group offers a supportive space to explore life’s challenges, the obstacles you’ve encountered, and the patterns shaping your experiences. Together, we work toward solutions that help you move closer to the life you envision. The group remains intentionally small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful therapeutic process. Our focus includes your personal narrative, the stories you carry, and how they influence your well?being. We also use imagination and creativity as tools for insight and healing, helping you sort through what feels most present in your life.
Ignite creative fire, undomesticated courage, and cohesive wholeness through a 4-D Wheel intensive for women with depth psychologist Roxanne Partridge. This workshop is happening August 30-September 4, 2026. See link for details and registration: https://embodyperiod.com/wilddare-omega/
Ignite creative fire, undomesticated courage, and cohesive wholeness through a 4-D Wheel intensive for women with depth psychologist Roxanne Partridge. This workshop is happening August 30-September 4, 2026. See link for details and registration: https://embodyperiod.com/wilddare-omega/
Postpartum can be a lonely, isolating time for many moms, despite having help at home. Build Your Village is a support group designed to expand your network to others in similar stages of life, who can truly connect with you and say, "yes, me too, I get that." The relief of seeing others in the same boat, or those who have weathered similar storms and made it to calmer waters can be the boost you need to make it through too. Join us to celebrate the wins, commiserate the woes, and acknowledge this incredible journey you're on. Babies welcome!
I'm perinatal trained through PSI, and love working with young adults and college students.
Postpartum can be a lonely, isolating time for many moms, despite having help at home. Build Your Village is a support group designed to expand your network to others in similar stages of life, who can truly connect with you and say, "yes, me too, I get that." The relief of seeing others in the same boat, or those who have weathered similar storms and made it to calmer waters can be the boost you need to make it through too. Join us to celebrate the wins, commiserate the woes, and acknowledge this incredible journey you're on. Babies welcome!
Experiential Therapy and Psychodrama encourage spontaneity and creativity in the many roles in our lives. In this group, clients can explore their pasts, their presents and their futures in a safe and supportive environment, healing old wounds and moving forward with courage. This group is beneficial for people dealing with: Anxiety, Depression, Isolation, Recovery from addiction, Relationship difficulties, Transitions, Career changes Separation/divorce, Grief/loss, Parenting, Creative blocks and Sexual, physical and emotional abuse. Please contact me for more information.
Experiential Therapy and Psychodrama encourage spontaneity and creativity in the many roles in our lives. In this group, clients can explore their pasts, their presents and their futures in a safe and supportive environment, healing old wounds and moving forward with courage. This group is beneficial for people dealing with: Anxiety, Depression, Isolation, Recovery from addiction, Relationship difficulties, Transitions, Career changes Separation/divorce, Grief/loss, Parenting, Creative blocks and Sexual, physical and emotional abuse. Please contact me for more information.
Do you have a desire to learn group therapy in order to better integrate it into your practice but feel intimidated by the concepts of being "in the process?" One of the primary ways to learn is be engaging first hand. This group trains mental health professionals an experience being a part of an ongoing process group while having the leader reflect on multiple theoretical modalities at the end of session to allow reflection on the theory, techniques, and roles that members took on during the group session.
Do you have a desire to learn group therapy in order to better integrate it into your practice but feel intimidated by the concepts of being "in the process?" One of the primary ways to learn is be engaging first hand. This group trains mental health professionals an experience being a part of an ongoing process group while having the leader reflect on multiple theoretical modalities at the end of session to allow reflection on the theory, techniques, and roles that members took on during the group session.
Throughout all ages and cultures, traditional circle dances were used to honor the divine, to heal, to affirm connection to the earth and each other, to build community and celebrate rites of passages and life transitions. The danced patterns illuminate the web of these connections. It is where personal and universal healing can occur. We will use the traditional dances as a platform for heightening awareness of body/self, self to community and self to cosmos. The expressive and improvisational aspects of Dance/Movement Therapy will support further exploration.
Throughout all ages and cultures, traditional circle dances were used to honor the divine, to heal, to affirm connection to the earth and each other, to build community and celebrate rites of passages and life transitions. The danced patterns illuminate the web of these connections. It is where personal and universal healing can occur. We will use the traditional dances as a platform for heightening awareness of body/self, self to community and self to cosmos. The expressive and improvisational aspects of Dance/Movement Therapy will support further exploration.
This group is not active at this time but will be reactivated if sufficient interest is shown in the group. For separated and divorced parents who are having difficulty co-parenting with the other parent. Emphasis is on learning from the experiences of other group members and doing what will be in the best interests of the children. The group was online and on the first and third Mondays of the month, but is not currently active.
This group is not active at this time but will be reactivated if sufficient interest is shown in the group. For separated and divorced parents who are having difficulty co-parenting with the other parent. Emphasis is on learning from the experiences of other group members and doing what will be in the best interests of the children. The group was online and on the first and third Mondays of the month, but is not currently active.
Social Skills support group for young adults with Autism or related disorders. Project based social skills that enhance communication, independent thinking and future goals.
Social Skills support group for young adults with Autism or related disorders. Project based social skills that enhance communication, independent thinking and future goals.
Marriage and Family Therapy Services
Hosted by Hamilton Marriage and Family Therapy Services PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
Marriage and Family Therapy Services
Experiential Therapy and Psychodrama encourage spontaneity and creativity in the many roles in our lives. In this group, clients can explore their pasts, their presents and their futures in a safe and supportive environment, healing old wounds and moving forward with courage. This group is beneficial for people dealing with: Anxiety, Depression, Isolation, Recovery from addiction, Relationship difficulties, Transitions, Career changes Separation/divorce, Grief/loss, Parenting, Creative blocks and Sexual, physical and emotional abuse.
Hosted by Jennifer Salimbene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC, TEP
Group meets in Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Experiential Therapy and Psychodrama encourage spontaneity and creativity in the many roles in our lives. In this group, clients can explore their pasts, their presents and their futures in a safe and supportive environment, healing old wounds and moving forward with courage. This group is beneficial for people dealing with: Anxiety, Depression, Isolation, Recovery from addiction, Relationship difficulties, Transitions, Career changes Separation/divorce, Grief/loss, Parenting, Creative blocks and Sexual, physical and emotional abuse.
DBT is an evidence-based approach to treat emotion dysregulation. It is designed for individuals who struggle with intense emotions, mood swings, anger, impulsive behaviors, difficulty staying consistent with goals, unstable relationships, thoughts that life is not worth living, and self-harming behaviors. You will learn skills in four key areas: mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Group meets weekly for 90 minutes. Most patients participate for about a year, though some continue longer. To support your progress in DBT group, consistent participation in individual therapy is required; this can be with your current therapist or another clinician of your choosing.
DBT is an evidence-based approach to treat emotion dysregulation. It is designed for individuals who struggle with intense emotions, mood swings, anger, impulsive behaviors, difficulty staying consistent with goals, unstable relationships, thoughts that life is not worth living, and self-harming behaviors. You will learn skills in four key areas: mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Group meets weekly for 90 minutes. Most patients participate for about a year, though some continue longer. To support your progress in DBT group, consistent participation in individual therapy is required; this can be with your current therapist or another clinician of your choosing.
Support groups are formed on the basis of similar loss and when there are at least eight potential members.
Hosted by Judith Elkin
Licensed Master Social Worker, AB, LMSW
Group meets in Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Support groups are formed on the basis of similar loss and when there are at least eight potential members.
The Resilient Path is a mental health support group geared toward survivors of trauma. Group will focus on growing beyond the influence of trauma to form healthy relationships, learn coping skills to manage traumatic-stress responses, and establish a sense of emotional safety. **Please note: all groups in this practice require an intake appointment before entry into the group, a medical necessity evaluation, and insurance verification/payment arrangements. Groups enroll cyclically. Contact provider to discuss group status.** [Enrolling now for April 2026)
The Resilient Path is a mental health support group geared toward survivors of trauma. Group will focus on growing beyond the influence of trauma to form healthy relationships, learn coping skills to manage traumatic-stress responses, and establish a sense of emotional safety. **Please note: all groups in this practice require an intake appointment before entry into the group, a medical necessity evaluation, and insurance verification/payment arrangements. Groups enroll cyclically. Contact provider to discuss group status.** [Enrolling now for April 2026)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy teaches people of all ages skills to improve relationships, manage emotions, assert themselves, and how to get through tough times without doing anything destructive or harmful to yourself or others. The skills are great for parenting and for people in all stages, situations, and walks of life.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy teaches people of all ages skills to improve relationships, manage emotions, assert themselves, and how to get through tough times without doing anything destructive or harmful to yourself or others. The skills are great for parenting and for people in all stages, situations, and walks of life.
Our queer support group is designed to create a safe and affirming environment for queer or questioning individuals, who are seeking support and connection with others in the LGBTQIA+ community.
Our queer support group is designed to create a safe and affirming environment for queer or questioning individuals, who are seeking support and connection with others in the LGBTQIA+ community.
Do you have a desire to learn group therapy in order to better integrate it into your practice but feel intimidated by the concepts of being "in the process?" One of the primary ways to learn is be engaging first hand. This group trains mental health professionals an experience being a part of an ongoing process group while having the leader reflect on multiple theoretical modalities at the end of session to allow reflection on the theory, techniques, and roles that members took on during the group session.
Do you have a desire to learn group therapy in order to better integrate it into your practice but feel intimidated by the concepts of being "in the process?" One of the primary ways to learn is be engaging first hand. This group trains mental health professionals an experience being a part of an ongoing process group while having the leader reflect on multiple theoretical modalities at the end of session to allow reflection on the theory, techniques, and roles that members took on during the group session.
Now recruiting, contact me for consultation! If you are feeling isolated, unsatisfied with your relationships or your ability to connect, group therapy may be even more powerful than one-on-one treatment. A group provides an opportunity to be fully present and emotionally authentic with others, and the therapist can help you learn about and work on your relationship habits in real time. Contact Dr. Bender to learn more!
Now recruiting, contact me for consultation! If you are feeling isolated, unsatisfied with your relationships or your ability to connect, group therapy may be even more powerful than one-on-one treatment. A group provides an opportunity to be fully present and emotionally authentic with others, and the therapist can help you learn about and work on your relationship habits in real time. Contact Dr. Bender to learn more!
While change is inevitable, it can be a challenge to face on one's own. Being part of a personal growth group helps people feel less isolated, more understood as they realize they have commonalities with others, enables participants to practice communication skills and give and receive support. This experiential therapy group is designed to help group members access their spontaneity and creativity so that they can more skillfully adapt to the challenges and opportunities they are facing.
While change is inevitable, it can be a challenge to face on one's own. Being part of a personal growth group helps people feel less isolated, more understood as they realize they have commonalities with others, enables participants to practice communication skills and give and receive support. This experiential therapy group is designed to help group members access their spontaneity and creativity so that they can more skillfully adapt to the challenges and opportunities they are facing.
For couples who are married or living together in a committed relationship, and having difficulties in their relationship due to conflict and communication problems. Emphasis will be on looking at communication and behavior patterns and receiving feedback from other group members. Two online groups: on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month and on the second and fourth Mondays.
For couples who are married or living together in a committed relationship, and having difficulties in their relationship due to conflict and communication problems. Emphasis will be on looking at communication and behavior patterns and receiving feedback from other group members. Two online groups: on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month and on the second and fourth Mondays.
Meet other momma’s-to-be in the area, begin to build your network and get support through your pregnancy. This group aims to open up the conversation about your prenatal experience, and concerns you have about the upcoming changes you'll be facing. Some topics include the journey to pregnancy, fears/anxieties, identity, partnership, self-care, and more. You're putting in the work to take care of your body, and soon your whole world is going to change, let's talk about it and take care of your mind to help you prepare for this upcoming transition.
I'm perinatal trained through PSI, and love working with young adults and college students.
Meet other momma’s-to-be in the area, begin to build your network and get support through your pregnancy. This group aims to open up the conversation about your prenatal experience, and concerns you have about the upcoming changes you'll be facing. Some topics include the journey to pregnancy, fears/anxieties, identity, partnership, self-care, and more. You're putting in the work to take care of your body, and soon your whole world is going to change, let's talk about it and take care of your mind to help you prepare for this upcoming transition.
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Adults Support Groups
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.