Anxiety Support Groups in Dutchess County, NY

Marriage and Family Therapy Services
Photo of Desmond Jerome Hamilton - Hamilton Marriage and Family Therapy Services PLLC, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
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
(845) 237-3991 View (845) 237-3991
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.
Photo of Dr. Deborah Ann McKee, Psychologist, PhD
Hosted by Dr. Deborah Ann McKee
Psychologist, PhD
Group meets in Fishkill, NY 12524
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.
(845) 637-2068 View (845) 637-2068
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.
Photo of Sean Breault - Sean Breault Counseling, LMSW
Hosted by Sean Breault Counseling
Verified Verified
Group meets in Beacon, NY 12508
Trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction in all forms, have so many interlocking parts.
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.
(845) 209-2737 View (845) 209-2737
Video support for children 10-16 year olds.These certainly have been trying times for children and parents; however wouldn't it be nice to have a place our children can attend, get support emotionally from peers and licensed clinician and Life coach. The group is DBT focused to teach, listen and guide children to learn better and healthier coping skills. Let me help provide and help you to bring peace in these difficult times.
Photo of Janet Diamante, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Hosted by Janet Diamante
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Group meets in Hyde Park, NY 12538
Video support for children 10-16 year olds.These certainly have been trying times for children and parents; however wouldn't it be nice to have a place our children can attend, get support emotionally from peers and licensed clinician and Life coach. The group is DBT focused to teach, listen and guide children to learn better and healthier coping skills. Let me help provide and help you to bring peace in these difficult times.
(845) 681-2330 View (845) 681-2330
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.
Photo of Jennifer Salimbene, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC, TEP
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.
(845) 704-1077 View (845) 704-1077
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.
Photo of Vinny Malik Dehili, Psychologist, PhD, CGP, ABPP
Hosted by Vinny Malik Dehili
Psychologist, PhD, CGP, ABPP
Group meets in Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
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.
(813) 734-7360 View (813) 734-7360
Groups that incorporate Therapy Dogs as a clinically based treatment alternative for individuals experiencing physical, social, emotional, cognitive, communicative functioning and development challenges.
Photo of Melissa Bianchini, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Hosted by Melissa Bianchini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Dedicated to helping children, teens & adults with anxiety, executive functioning issues, traumatic brain injuries, sensory processing disorders, developmental disorders, ADD/ADHD, ASD, developmental delays and more.
Groups that incorporate Therapy Dogs as a clinically based treatment alternative for individuals experiencing physical, social, emotional, cognitive, communicative functioning and development challenges.
(845) 479-5690 View (845) 479-5690
This group provides individual, family and parenting support to those as young as 3mos to early adulthood.
Photo of Tarren Pagones, Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, LMHC
Hosted by Tarren Pagones
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, LMHC
Group meets in Lagrangeville, NY 12540
This group provides individual, family and parenting support to those as young as 3mos to early adulthood.
(845) 516-8232 View (845) 516-8232
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.
Photo of Regina Sewell, Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Hosted by Regina Sewell
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
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. Please contact me for more information.
(845) 832-8678 View (845) 832-8678
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!
Photo of Dr. Philip Bender, Psychologist, PhD, CGP
Hosted by Dr. Philip Bender
Psychologist, PhD, CGP
Group meets in Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
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!
(845) 200-3665 View (845) 200-3665
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.
Photo of Vinny Malik Dehili, Psychologist, PhD, CGP, ABPP
Hosted by Vinny Malik Dehili
Psychologist, PhD, CGP, ABPP
Group meets in Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
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.
(813) 734-7360 View (813) 734-7360
This is an open, virtual youth group designed to provide a supportive space where you can talk about the challenges affecting your life and the obstacles that may be getting in the way of pursuing your goals and dreams. Together, we will explore what matters most to you, identify or create meaningful goals, and build skills that help you move toward living the best life you can.
Photo of Sean Breault - Sean Breault Counseling, LMSW
Hosted by Sean Breault Counseling
Verified Verified
Group meets in Beacon, NY 12508
Trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction in all forms, have so many interlocking parts.
This is an open, virtual youth group designed to provide a supportive space where you can talk about the challenges affecting your life and the obstacles that may be getting in the way of pursuing your goals and dreams. Together, we will explore what matters most to you, identify or create meaningful goals, and build skills that help you move toward living the best life you can.
(845) 209-2737 View (845) 209-2737
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.
Photo of Maureen Sharp, Counselor, LMHC
Hosted by Maureen Sharp
Counselor, LMHC
Group meets in Annandale On Hudson, NY 12504
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.
(347) 434-6845 View (347) 434-6845
We've all been told stories throughout our lives. Whether from our parents, our teachers, American culture, or relationships, we've inherently accepted some aspects of ourselves as "just the way we are." If you're stuck in the same kinds of relationships patterns within your life, recognize this, you still have a choice. The purpose of this group is to think and feel out-loud, bringing into light the narratives from the past that control our life presently. By doing this, we can change the narrative of how you understand and perceive yourself, others, and the world around you.
Photo of Vinny Malik Dehili, Psychologist, PhD, CGP, ABPP
Hosted by Vinny Malik Dehili
Psychologist, PhD, CGP, ABPP
Group meets in Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
We've all been told stories throughout our lives. Whether from our parents, our teachers, American culture, or relationships, we've inherently accepted some aspects of ourselves as "just the way we are." If you're stuck in the same kinds of relationships patterns within your life, recognize this, you still have a choice. The purpose of this group is to think and feel out-loud, bringing into light the narratives from the past that control our life presently. By doing this, we can change the narrative of how you understand and perceive yourself, others, and the world around you.
(813) 734-7360 View (813) 734-7360
Many men in our current culture do not reach out regularly to friends. This Mens Group provides a safe space for men to explore their feelings ...from sadness or disappointment to ...joy or excitement. We talk about relationships with kids, partners, friends, family, at work, and with one another. We try to focus on process, here & now regulation of feelings, and ways we protect ourselves from feelings (usually uncomfortable ones). Covid has created many uncertainties & pressures. Men can be strong support to one another through good times and bad.
Photo of Joy A Dryer, Psychologist, PhD, Mediate
Hosted by Joy A Dryer
Psychologist, PhD, Mediate
Group meets in Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
These are uncertain & anxious times.
Many men in our current culture do not reach out regularly to friends. This Mens Group provides a safe space for men to explore their feelings ...from sadness or disappointment to ...joy or excitement. We talk about relationships with kids, partners, friends, family, at work, and with one another. We try to focus on process, here & now regulation of feelings, and ways we protect ourselves from feelings (usually uncomfortable ones). Covid has created many uncertainties & pressures. Men can be strong support to one another through good times and bad.
(917) 725-3055 View (917) 725-3055
Photo of Sarah K Gray, Art Therapist, MS, LCAT, LPC, ATRBC, MPH
Hosted by Sarah K Gray
Art Therapist, MS, LCAT, LPC, ATRBC, MPH
Group meets in Millbrook, NY 12545
(845) 493-2218 View (845) 493-2218

Online Groups

What does it mean to be gay and older? To Date? To be Alone? HIV+? Serodiscordant? Group will explore these and other issues affecting gay men 40+. Group will be based upon community interest. Please email dtslcsw@gmail in interested in contributing to this weekly group meeting.
Photo of Donald T Schmoll, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Hosted by Donald T Schmoll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Group meets in New York, NY 10001
I treat mostly clients confronted with issues of depression, anxiety, addiction and attachment.
What does it mean to be gay and older? To Date? To be Alone? HIV+? Serodiscordant? Group will explore these and other issues affecting gay men 40+. Group will be based upon community interest. Please email dtslcsw@gmail in interested in contributing to this weekly group meeting.
(516) 701-2065 View (516) 701-2065
Inspiring Wellness is composed of a collaborative team of Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Mental Health Counselors and Mindfulness Facilitators. Our mission is to improve the emotional, physical and mental wellness of children, adolescents, young adults and adults through counseling, mindfulness therapy, energy healing and meditation. We treat mental health concerns with a holistic approach that is flexible and individualized. Let us help you to find the light to guide you to your personal wellness!
Photo of Amanda Buscetta, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Hosted by Amanda Buscetta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Group meets in Sayville, NY 11782
I specialize in supporting individuals dealing with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Self-Injurious Behaviors, low Self-Esteem, and difficulties related to life transitions or interpersonal conflict.
Inspiring Wellness is composed of a collaborative team of Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Mental Health Counselors and Mindfulness Facilitators. Our mission is to improve the emotional, physical and mental wellness of children, adolescents, young adults and adults through counseling, mindfulness therapy, energy healing and meditation. We treat mental health concerns with a holistic approach that is flexible and individualized. Let us help you to find the light to guide you to your personal wellness!
(631) 337-8592 View (631) 337-8592
same as above
Photo of Julian Herskowitz - Terrap Anxiety and Phobiacare, Psychologist, PhD
Hosted by Terrap Anxiety and Phobiacare
Psychologist, PhD
Group meets in Huntington, NY 11743
Most patients report an improvement in anxiety symptoms and functional ability within the first 4-6 sessions.
same as above
(631) 494-3143 View (631) 494-3143
A therapeutic group to support symptoms of anxiety and trauma. Each group will include a breif mind/body/breathing practice, as well as time to journal and draw, followed by verbal processing with the group members and therapist.
Photo of Amanda Shafran - Amanda Shafran Psychotherapy, MFA, LCAT-LP, ATR-P, ERYT500, RPP
Hosted by Amanda Shafran Psychotherapy
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10025
A therapeutic group to support symptoms of anxiety and trauma. Each group will include a breif mind/body/breathing practice, as well as time to journal and draw, followed by verbal processing with the group members and therapist.
(347) 514-6956 View (347) 514-6956

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Anxiety Support Groups
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.