This group teaches parents the skills they need to change dysfunctional patterns in the family. Difficulties communicating with children, learning how to speak so that children will respond positively and learning how to listen so that children will open up is central to the work in this group
Hosted by Jennifer E Rich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Group meets in Great Neck, NY 11024
This group teaches parents the skills they need to change dysfunctional patterns in the family. Difficulties communicating with children, learning how to speak so that children will respond positively and learning how to listen so that children will open up is central to the work in this group
I have extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and offer group DBT skills training. Individuals who attend my DBT groups are required to be in individual therapy; if their therapist is not well-versed in DBT, I will work collaboratively with them to reinforce the skills learned in my groups.
I have extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and offer group DBT skills training. Individuals who attend my DBT groups are required to be in individual therapy; if their therapist is not well-versed in DBT, I will work collaboratively with them to reinforce the skills learned in my groups.
This group is designed to help parents of individuals suffering with any kind of mental illness or emotion dysregulation. The groups are exclusively for parents and stress the learning of skills, in addition to receiving support.
Parents have reported finding these skills helpful in learning how to manage, communicate
and relate to their children (of any age). Parents also report that they find the skills helpful in
their own lives as well. This group
helps parents interact with their child in ways that decrease emotionality, increase effective communication, and enable a calmer homelife.
This group is designed to help parents of individuals suffering with any kind of mental illness or emotion dysregulation. The groups are exclusively for parents and stress the learning of skills, in addition to receiving support.
Parents have reported finding these skills helpful in learning how to manage, communicate
and relate to their children (of any age). Parents also report that they find the skills helpful in
their own lives as well. This group
helps parents interact with their child in ways that decrease emotionality, increase effective communication, and enable a calmer homelife.
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As needed, Sara holds groups to support parents in all phases of their parenting journey. Current groups utilize a developmental model reflecting the chakra system, moving from grounded support to spiritual growth. The group helps parents to focus on different spaces from which to focus on their parenting, as well as their experiences of being parented. The group members also support each other. Parents are guided as to how to parent from a safe and grounded space. Arts and somatic practices are used in this group, as participants feel comfortable. No experience is necessary.
I offer sessions in person and via Telehealth, groups for parents, art making groups for children, and compassion building workshops.
As needed, Sara holds groups to support parents in all phases of their parenting journey. Current groups utilize a developmental model reflecting the chakra system, moving from grounded support to spiritual growth. The group helps parents to focus on different spaces from which to focus on their parenting, as well as their experiences of being parented. The group members also support each other. Parents are guided as to how to parent from a safe and grounded space. Arts and somatic practices are used in this group, as participants feel comfortable. No experience is necessary.
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Hosted by Rachel Rothman Borrero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Group meets in Astoria, NY 11103
Some kids have a hard time with social interactions. They may have trouble with engaging others, reading social cues, understanding how their behavior impacts social interactions and how to problem solve if conflicts arise. They may act without thinking, have big reactions to small issues and have difficulty making and keeping friends. This group focuses on helping kids with social challenges due to developmental or emotional disabilities. We focus on developing self-awareness, problem solving and perspective taking. We work on developing self-regulation and expected social behaviors. Next group TBD.
I developed a unique way to deliver counseling to couples. To me, weekly sessions are a modality of the past and that's why my marathon sessions are so effective. A session can last anywhere between 2 hours to 6 hours, but you only pay for the hours that you use. Sessions are 2 hour minimum for $250, third hour is $100 and additional hours are $75. Go to www.riverdaletherapy.com to read reviews left by other couples. Call Lorna Hayim-Baker on (917) 270-9595 for a quick response.
Hosted by Riverdale Therapy & Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RLCSW
Group meets in Bronx, NY 10471
I developed a unique way to deliver counseling to couples. To me, weekly sessions are a modality of the past and that's why my marathon sessions are so effective. A session can last anywhere between 2 hours to 6 hours, but you only pay for the hours that you use. Sessions are 2 hour minimum for $250, third hour is $100 and additional hours are $75. Go to www.riverdaletherapy.com to read reviews left by other couples. Call Lorna Hayim-Baker on (917) 270-9595 for a quick response.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, CLC, CTP
Group meets in Larchmont, NY 10538
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The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is based on decades of research on secure parent-child relationships. This group provides support and education to help you (1) understand your child’s emotional world; (2) support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions; (3) enhance the development of your child's self esteem; and (4) honor your own wisdom and desire for your child to feel secure as they grow.
Hosted by Khadija Hankerson
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, MA
Group meets in Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Khadija helps clients navigate life transitions, relationship conflicts, and parenting challenges, fostering attachment, self-esteem, and inner peace.
The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is based on decades of research on secure parent-child relationships. This group provides support and education to help you (1) understand your child’s emotional world; (2) support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions; (3) enhance the development of your child's self esteem; and (4) honor your own wisdom and desire for your child to feel secure as they grow.
Join us for a monthly art and mindfulness group aimed at helping you create space for yourself. Use art making as a tool for stress release while also learning yoga sequences that enhance mindfulness and coping.
Join us for a monthly art and mindfulness group aimed at helping you create space for yourself. Use art making as a tool for stress release while also learning yoga sequences that enhance mindfulness and coping.
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My group focuses on supporting dads through this difficult life transition. An equally important goal is nurturing and strengthening the father-child relationship which often gets derailed during this process. Sessions focus on issues & concerns dads bring in each time. I bring with me 25 years of clinical experience with adults and children, parenting education and counseling and with families going through divorce. See website for more info and brochure, www.drmargulies.com
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For women in NY and FL: Heal from heartbreak and rediscover yourself in our virtual Divorce & Breakup Therapy Group—a supportive space to process and adjust while gaining tools to grow and move forward. Connect with others who understand your journey, develop healthy coping strategies, and embrace a new chapter filled with growth and possibility. This group will focus on grief/loss of change, anger and resentment, rediscovering yourself, setting boundaries, detaching emotionally, and rebuilding confidence and self-worth, and more!
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This is a one-day workshop for parents of teens 12-17 Saturday, September 21st. Participants will Learn simple shifts in their parenting mindset to let go of your worry and guilt. Get grounded in fundamentals of adolescent development to help better understand their teen’s confusing behaviors. Unpack their anxieties and learn how to respond to them in new ways that foster confidence in both parent and teen. Develop simple daily practices to help parents embody the confidence and resilience parents want to inspire for their teen.
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Hosted by Unique Concepts
Licensed Master Social Worker, ABD, LMSW, BA
Group meets in Brooklyn, NY 11221
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This spiritually grounded coaching group for parents coaches parents to think, act and react through the Fruit of the Spirit. The Fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, meekness and self-control. Additionally, this group exposes parents to coping mechanisms, behavior modification techniques and provides a supportive environment where parents can learn from each other through sharing their successes and obstacles in parenting. The group meets remotely once per week for 60 minutes per session for a cycle of 15 consecutive weeks.
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This is a special twice-a-month support group for parents of transgender and gender expansive children and adults! As we join in our children’s journey, we also grapple with our own myriad and complex feelings, how to support and advocate for them, and how to navigate family, friends, and systems. In this group, we will give ample space for our complex and nuanced feelings as trans- parents including pride, sadness, grief, fears for their safety, joy and happiness, anger, relief, disagreement and the normative questioning of all the current norms and expectations placed upon us by society.
I hold a twice monthly group aimed to support parents of transgender, nonbinary and gender expansive individuals adolescents (12-17). In this guided group, we talk about the life-saving importance of parental support, as well as allowing space for discovery, reflection and asking hard questions. This group is small to enable conversation and is held virtually.
I hold a twice monthly group aimed to support parents of transgender, nonbinary and gender expansive individuals adolescents (12-17). In this guided group, we talk about the life-saving importance of parental support, as well as allowing space for discovery, reflection and asking hard questions. This group is small to enable conversation and is held virtually.
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This group is for pregnant and birthing persons who are pregnant or up to 18 months post-partum. Pregnancy and birth involve many changes and transitions. We believe staying mindful of the impacts on maternal mental health is essential. This is an inclusive and supportive group space that offers support, validation, and coping skills for all moms adjusting to the powerful experience of motherhood. We address common symptoms related to perinatal mental health disorders (PMADs), including anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma. The snuggle is real. We know moms are busy, and babies who need tending are warmly welcomed in group.
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Becoming a father is one of life’s toughest transitions. This 12-week psychotherapy and psychoeducational support group is designed for first-time dads navigating stress, anxiety, relationship shifts, and fatherhood’s emotional impact. You’ll gain tools to manage overwhelm, communicate with your partner, build resilience, and bond with your child. This group is a space for real, action-oriented support, where you’ll connect with other men facing the same challenges. If you’re ready to grow, gain confidence, and tackle fatherhood’s obstacles head-on, this group is for you.
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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.