Support Groups in Long Island City, NY
This Virtual EMDR consultation group is designed for clinicians pursuing EMDR certification who are seeking EMDRIA-approved consultation hours in a supportive, structured, and clinically grounded setting. Groups focus on case conceptualization, target sequencing, resourcing, processing challenges, and ethical considerations in EMDR practice. I am an EMDRIA Consultant in Training (CIT) and can provide up to 15 of the 20 required consultation hours toward EMDR certification. To inquire about joining the group: Please email clientcare@jkcounseling.com with the subject line “EMDR Consultation Group”. You will receive a brief response with next steps and scheduling details.

Hosted by Joel Kouame
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA, CAMS, EMDR
Group meets in Long Island City, NY 11101
This Virtual EMDR consultation group is designed for clinicians pursuing EMDR certification who are seeking EMDRIA-approved consultation hours in a supportive, structured, and clinically grounded setting. Groups focus on case conceptualization, target sequencing, resourcing, processing challenges, and ethical considerations in EMDR practice. I am an EMDRIA Consultant in Training (CIT) and can provide up to 15 of the 20 required consultation hours toward EMDR certification. To inquire about joining the group: Please email clientcare@jkcounseling.com with the subject line “EMDR Consultation Group”. You will receive a brief response with next steps and scheduling details.
The goal of this group is to facilitate: empowerment and confidence in who you are; honesty with ourselves and others, time for joy, acceptance of all our emotions; accountability for our thoughts and actions, positive internal dialogues; and living intentionally and purposefully. Open Group (members can join at any time). Starting the week of October 24, 2023 and is scheduled to meet 8-10 times over the course of 7 months. Please email cshellhealth@gmail.com or call me to set up a time for an interview before start date to determine if you would be a good fit.

The goal of this group is to facilitate: empowerment and confidence in who you are; honesty with ourselves and others, time for joy, acceptance of all our emotions; accountability for our thoughts and actions, positive internal dialogues; and living intentionally and purposefully. Open Group (members can join at any time). Starting the week of October 24, 2023 and is scheduled to meet 8-10 times over the course of 7 months. Please email cshellhealth@gmail.com or call me to set up a time for an interview before start date to determine if you would be a good fit.
Get your first two sessions FREE! $25 to $35 per person per session (income based sliding scale). I am offering a support group for LGBTQIA+ identified individuals living with mental health conditions/DSM diagnoses. No prior established official diagnosis necessary. There are two time/day slots to choose from (message me your preference). Fridays @ 6:30PM (snacks and refreshments served). Saturday's @ 2:00PM (Snacks and refreshments served). Individuals that are known to one another outside of treatment are welcome with some ground rules that will be established in Session 1. Let's Heal Together!

Hosted by Isabel Rocio Restrepo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Long Island City, NY 11101
Get your first two sessions FREE! $25 to $35 per person per session (income based sliding scale). I am offering a support group for LGBTQIA+ identified individuals living with mental health conditions/DSM diagnoses. No prior established official diagnosis necessary. There are two time/day slots to choose from (message me your preference). Fridays @ 6:30PM (snacks and refreshments served). Saturday's @ 2:00PM (Snacks and refreshments served). Individuals that are known to one another outside of treatment are welcome with some ground rules that will be established in Session 1. Let's Heal Together!

Hosted by Rashad Previllon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Group meets in Long Island City, NY 11101
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This group helps spouses, partners, relatives, and adult children who have had experiences with people exhibiting Narcissistic Personality Disorder. We meet in a friendly, safe environment, where confidentiality is primary. Individual consultations are required before participation. We do not accept insurance for this psycho-educational group. A new group will be forming in NYC.

This group helps spouses, partners, relatives, and adult children who have had experiences with people exhibiting Narcissistic Personality Disorder. We meet in a friendly, safe environment, where confidentiality is primary. Individual consultations are required before participation. We do not accept insurance for this psycho-educational group. A new group will be forming in NYC.
This is an 8 week module for parents who are interested in improving their relationship with their children. While we wish all children came with their own handbook, the reality is that their handbook actually lives inside the parent. This group is aimed to help parents learn how to access the handbook and develop a more conscious relationship with parenting.

This is an 8 week module for parents who are interested in improving their relationship with their children. While we wish all children came with their own handbook, the reality is that their handbook actually lives inside the parent. This group is aimed to help parents learn how to access the handbook and develop a more conscious relationship with parenting.
Group therapy is a very effective modality for treating people recovering from Sex mixed with drug and/or alcohol use (Chem Sex). Attending a weekly group with other gay men can break the shame/isolation & provide structure while trying to make changes. Group work is also a forum to practice connecting with other gay men which can help facilitate a sense of responsibility for one's behavior while working towards recovering from substance abuse and defining what sexual health means for each member.

Hosted by Gilbert McCurdy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, LCSW-R, CSAT, SEP
Group meets in New York, NY 10003
Group therapy is a very effective modality for treating people recovering from Sex mixed with drug and/or alcohol use (Chem Sex). Attending a weekly group with other gay men can break the shame/isolation & provide structure while trying to make changes. Group work is also a forum to practice connecting with other gay men which can help facilitate a sense of responsibility for one's behavior while working towards recovering from substance abuse and defining what sexual health means for each member.
This 6-session course is designed to help expectant parents to address the common challenges associated with this exciting, yet challenging time. You will learn how to nurture a strong sense of connection, repair after an argument, reduce stress and tension, and build the strongest foundation possible so that you can maximize your enjoyment throughout this special time. Whether you are adopting, expecting or just thinking about starting a family, this comprehensive course will give you the skills, tools, and practice to reduce stress levels and improve the overall quality of your intimate relationship. I look forward to supporting you!

This 6-session course is designed to help expectant parents to address the common challenges associated with this exciting, yet challenging time. You will learn how to nurture a strong sense of connection, repair after an argument, reduce stress and tension, and build the strongest foundation possible so that you can maximize your enjoyment throughout this special time. Whether you are adopting, expecting or just thinking about starting a family, this comprehensive course will give you the skills, tools, and practice to reduce stress levels and improve the overall quality of your intimate relationship. I look forward to supporting you!
This 6-week group is specifically for women who lost their mother prior to age 30. When a woman loses her mother at a young age, it is like losing a life compass. Women typically have complicated relationships with their mothers, yet depend on them for guidance and support for many years. It's an unusual phenomenon since most women live well into mid-life years with their moms. This group will offer support and guidance to those who manage their way through life without a mother's presence. Fee: $60 per group- sliding scale available.

This 6-week group is specifically for women who lost their mother prior to age 30. When a woman loses her mother at a young age, it is like losing a life compass. Women typically have complicated relationships with their mothers, yet depend on them for guidance and support for many years. It's an unusual phenomenon since most women live well into mid-life years with their moms. This group will offer support and guidance to those who manage their way through life without a mother's presence. Fee: $60 per group- sliding scale available.
A psycho educational group that explores the positive experiences, challenges, and surprises that come while navigating the Older Life Stages. Create community, learn, share, feel supported. There is joy, there is grief, there is gained wisdom. We have never been here before. 6 sessions, 1 1/2 hours each. 4 member minimum, 8 member maximum. Fee and location provided upon request. Start date, Spring 2026. This is NOT INTENDED to be a bereavement group.

Hosted by Judy Greenberger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSN, RN, CPHN
Group meets in Merrick, NY 11566
A psycho educational group that explores the positive experiences, challenges, and surprises that come while navigating the Older Life Stages. Create community, learn, share, feel supported. There is joy, there is grief, there is gained wisdom. We have never been here before. 6 sessions, 1 1/2 hours each. 4 member minimum, 8 member maximum. Fee and location provided upon request. Start date, Spring 2026. This is NOT INTENDED to be a bereavement group.
This 10-week, in-person group will teach DBT skills to teens wanting to learn skills in better regulating their emotions, controlling maladaptive or impulsive urges/behaviors, being more mindful, and/or being more effective interpersonally.

This 10-week, in-person group will teach DBT skills to teens wanting to learn skills in better regulating their emotions, controlling maladaptive or impulsive urges/behaviors, being more mindful, and/or being more effective interpersonally.
...in which smart, self-aware, creative adult men come together to obliterate social game-playing and talk honestly about every aspect of their lives, support each other, challenge each other, help each other, learn from each other, ask each other for feedback, tell each other the truth, find out how they come across to each other, generally help each other grow...and, in so doing, make the relationships in their lives much more rewarding, and their experiences of being humans on Planet Earth much more fulfilling.

Hosted by Tracy Solomon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, PsyA
Group meets in Brooklyn, NY 11201
...in which smart, self-aware, creative adult men come together to obliterate social game-playing and talk honestly about every aspect of their lives, support each other, challenge each other, help each other, learn from each other, ask each other for feedback, tell each other the truth, find out how they come across to each other, generally help each other grow...and, in so doing, make the relationships in their lives much more rewarding, and their experiences of being humans on Planet Earth much more fulfilling.
Therapy group for Upper-Level Undergraduates For students juggling complex academic and personal responsibilities Purpose: • Provide a steady therapeutic space for students moving toward graduation • Address increasing stressors like internships, job searches, and leadership roles Benefits: • Strategies for stress and role balance • Support with career and academic transitions • Space for reflection and personal growth • Continued emotional support in a community setting. This group is virtual.

Therapy group for Upper-Level Undergraduates For students juggling complex academic and personal responsibilities Purpose: • Provide a steady therapeutic space for students moving toward graduation • Address increasing stressors like internships, job searches, and leadership roles Benefits: • Strategies for stress and role balance • Support with career and academic transitions • Space for reflection and personal growth • Continued emotional support in a community setting. This group is virtual.
Meeting Topics & Guest Speakers 2/13 | Coming Out / Inviting In 2/20 | Rise & Shine: Make-Up Tips Guest Speaker: Joy 2/27 | Dating & Career Guest Speaker: TBD 3/06 | Navigating Gender Dysphoria 3/13 | Gender-Affirming Medical Care 3/20 | Becoming a Trans Elder: Aging Guest Speaker: TBD. Please see our website for more info http://www.rustwellnessgroup.com

Meeting Topics & Guest Speakers 2/13 | Coming Out / Inviting In 2/20 | Rise & Shine: Make-Up Tips Guest Speaker: Joy 2/27 | Dating & Career Guest Speaker: TBD 3/06 | Navigating Gender Dysphoria 3/13 | Gender-Affirming Medical Care 3/20 | Becoming a Trans Elder: Aging Guest Speaker: TBD. Please see our website for more info http://www.rustwellnessgroup.com
For those looking for support during this tough transition. Meeting others going through the same thing. Focusing on individuals dealing with anger, grief, and loneliness caused by divorce. Groups provide a safe and supportive environment to explore your current issues. Group runs for 6wks. Please contact us for days and times! Each group accommodates the schedule of the members.

For those looking for support during this tough transition. Meeting others going through the same thing. Focusing on individuals dealing with anger, grief, and loneliness caused by divorce. Groups provide a safe and supportive environment to explore your current issues. Group runs for 6wks. Please contact us for days and times! Each group accommodates the schedule of the members.
It allows for a small group to discuss issues pertaining to dating. From meeting people, recognizing red flags and trusting your longings for successful outcomes.

It allows for a small group to discuss issues pertaining to dating. From meeting people, recognizing red flags and trusting your longings for successful outcomes.
Teletherapy group: Shift to healthy thinking, emotional, and behavioral patterns by restructuring your mindset. Learn breathing techniques and visualizations to calm your nervous system and release energetic blocks.

Hosted by Corine F. Patti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, Reiki M
Group meets in New York, NY 10003
Teletherapy group: Shift to healthy thinking, emotional, and behavioral patterns by restructuring your mindset. Learn breathing techniques and visualizations to calm your nervous system and release energetic blocks.
We have several groups with a focus on intimacy, vulnerability, and examining ways in which the participants relate with others or avoid closeness and connection. It provides a safe place for group members to relate and become vulnerable while looking at their attachment styles as well as stances they assume in various relationships in their lives. It's a model of group that has proven to be a very powerful experience for clients who are ready to deepen their relational abilities.

Hosted by Center for Intimacy Recovery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, EMDR
Group meets in New York, NY 10018
We have several groups with a focus on intimacy, vulnerability, and examining ways in which the participants relate with others or avoid closeness and connection. It provides a safe place for group members to relate and become vulnerable while looking at their attachment styles as well as stances they assume in various relationships in their lives. It's a model of group that has proven to be a very powerful experience for clients who are ready to deepen their relational abilities.
Women working to heal and change through support and the vulnerability of sitting with and looking within; to hold space for each other; to be seen, heard, and held, through the good, the bad, the ugly, and the beautiful. We gather to break through limiting barriers, to build each other up, and to hold each other accountable. We meet because we can and because we know we are worth it. We meet to claim every owned and denied part of ourselves and to accept all parts of another. We meet to (un)learn, evolve, & expand. Starts: 1/10/25

Hosted by Rachel Rainne
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT-C, KAP
Group meets in New York, NY 10069
Women working to heal and change through support and the vulnerability of sitting with and looking within; to hold space for each other; to be seen, heard, and held, through the good, the bad, the ugly, and the beautiful. We gather to break through limiting barriers, to build each other up, and to hold each other accountable. We meet because we can and because we know we are worth it. We meet to claim every owned and denied part of ourselves and to accept all parts of another. We meet to (un)learn, evolve, & expand. Starts: 1/10/25
Anger Management Training is very helpful for individuals who feel they need to learn how to best manage their anger and negative emotions. These psycho-educational gender specific groups can provide Court-Mandated Anger Management. If you have been ordered by the Court or advised by your attorney to seek Anger Management Training, it is important to comply with the Court order as soon as possible. We provide effective Anger Management Training in a private and individual setting and in groups. Our program fully satisfies the requirements of the Court Order. Letters can be provided with your authorization. Space is limited.

Hosted by Mind-Body And Inner-Self Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, SAP, MCAP, CAMS-II
Group meets in Kew Gardens, NY 11415
Anger Management Training is very helpful for individuals who feel they need to learn how to best manage their anger and negative emotions. These psycho-educational gender specific groups can provide Court-Mandated Anger Management. If you have been ordered by the Court or advised by your attorney to seek Anger Management Training, it is important to comply with the Court order as soon as possible. We provide effective Anger Management Training in a private and individual setting and in groups. Our program fully satisfies the requirements of the Court Order. Letters can be provided with your authorization. Space is limited.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Long Island City?
To find a support group in your area, start by entering your city, zip code, or the name of the group into the search bar at the top of the page. When searching, consider whether you prefer an in-person or virtual group. This can help you decide how broad your geographic search should be. If you are open to virtual groups, you might want to search by state instead of just your city, especially if there are limited options nearby.
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.


