Weekly groups meet to practice techniques to reduce stress, increase focus and feelings of well being.
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Hosted by Dr. Michele Winchester-Vega & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-R, ACSW, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Windsor, NY 12553
Weekly groups meet to practice techniques to reduce stress, increase focus and feelings of well being.
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Losing a parent is heartbreaking and devastating. Share your story and develop an understanding that such a loss is not yours alone. Discover and develop coping strategies that will acknowledge your grief as well as allow and help your healing.
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Hosted by Susan M Isaacson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, CCC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Warwick, NY 10990
Losing a parent is heartbreaking and devastating. Share your story and develop an understanding that such a loss is not yours alone. Discover and develop coping strategies that will acknowledge your grief as well as allow and help your healing.
A support group for children age 8-12 who live with a single parent, have experienced divorce, separation, or the death of a parent. This group gives children a safe space to talk about their experience with parental divorce/separation/loss while also ...
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Hosted by Rebecca Holzhauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Warwick, NY 10990
A support group for children age 8-12 who live with a single parent, have experienced divorce, separation, or the death of a parent. This group gives children a safe space to talk about their experience with parental divorce/separation/loss while also ...
The Addiction Treatment Group is a professionally facilitated, process oriented group, focused on exploring the pattern of addictive behavior and how it has negatively impacted the members' lives, as well as increasing skills and tools to enhance recovery.
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Hosted by James Einstman Jr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Warwick, NY 10990
The Addiction Treatment Group is a professionally facilitated, process oriented group, focused on exploring the pattern of addictive behavior and how it has negatively impacted the members' lives, as well as increasing skills and tools to enhance recovery.
This group will take you beyond the mundane process of simply recording your daily events. Therapeutic journaling is an opportunity to channel and challenge your ability to express yourself creatively; further diving into your emotions, thoughts, and experiences. This group ...
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This group will take you beyond the mundane process of simply recording your daily events. Therapeutic journaling is an opportunity to channel and challenge your ability to express yourself creatively; further diving into your emotions, thoughts, and experiences. This group ...
Parents have been on double duty for months now, and the responsibilities aren’t slowing down. Please join us for a parenting group where we will listen, support, and care for one another as we walk through this challenging experience. We ...
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Parents have been on double duty for months now, and the responsibilities aren’t slowing down. Please join us for a parenting group where we will listen, support, and care for one another as we walk through this challenging experience. We ...
Ages 18-24. Learn coping skills in the areas of mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness to help you thrive and improve daily functioning. DBT skills can be extremely beneficial for anxiety, depression, eating disorders, PTSD and more! Connect ...
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Ages 18-24. Learn coping skills in the areas of mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness to help you thrive and improve daily functioning. DBT skills can be extremely beneficial for anxiety, depression, eating disorders, PTSD and more! Connect ...
A cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) specifically designed for individuals who have survived trauma and engage in unsafe behaviors but are looking to learn and strengthen skills to improve coping with trauma-related emotions and stress. This group cohort is gender-specific. Sessions ...
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Hosted by Kristina Barton
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC-M
Verified Verified
Group meets in Campbell Hall, NY 10916
A cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) specifically designed for individuals who have survived trauma and engage in unsafe behaviors but are looking to learn and strengthen skills to improve coping with trauma-related emotions and stress. This group cohort is gender-specific. Sessions ...
This group is for those who are currently struggling with loving an addict. Whether it be a family member or friend. This group is designed to be a safe space to both educate, support, and help individuals cope with the ...
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This group is for those who are currently struggling with loving an addict. Whether it be a family member or friend. This group is designed to be a safe space to both educate, support, and help individuals cope with the ...
Join us and learn powerful evidence-based tools to improve your quality of life presented by Amanda N. Karam, LMHC, FNS, MBSR. Certified in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction from UMass Medical School, Amanda is honored to share this beneficial, evidence-based program ...
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Join us and learn powerful evidence-based tools to improve your quality of life presented by Amanda N. Karam, LMHC, FNS, MBSR. Certified in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction from UMass Medical School, Amanda is honored to share this beneficial, evidence-based program ...
When it comes to happiness and success in life, EQ matters just as much as IQ. Learn how you can boost your emotional intelligence, build stronger relationships, and achieve your goals. Connect with other open-minded men in a safe and ...
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When it comes to happiness and success in life, EQ matters just as much as IQ. Learn how you can boost your emotional intelligence, build stronger relationships, and achieve your goals. Connect with other open-minded men in a safe and ...
Life can be challenging as a kid. A positive energy peer support group. Where kids can connect and socialize in a safe space, while learning coping skills to reduce anxiety and build strategies to navigate everyday stressors. This group will ...
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Life can be challenging as a kid. A positive energy peer support group. Where kids can connect and socialize in a safe space, while learning coping skills to reduce anxiety and build strategies to navigate everyday stressors. This group will ...
Six week group series will take place once per season. Participants can re-enroll at the beginning of each new series. Group Therapy provides not just one, but many sources of support, validation, and understanding. Group members learn how to talk ...
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Hosted by Natalie Gmora-Nyman
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, RDT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newburgh, NY 12550
Six week group series will take place once per season. Participants can re-enroll at the beginning of each new series. Group Therapy provides not just one, but many sources of support, validation, and understanding. Group members learn how to talk ...
A support group for women who eat to cope. Meets in person, weekly, for 10 weeks. Shame reduction, emotional regulation, connection, community, and coping!
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Hosted by Rachel Spear
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, YT-200
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newburgh, NY 12550
A support group for women who eat to cope. Meets in person, weekly, for 10 weeks. Shame reduction, emotional regulation, connection, community, and coping!
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Hosted by Elizabeth A. Mangum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Warwick, NY 10990
The ever winding path along the journey of fertility is wrought with challenges and stressors that bring roller coaster feelings such as heartache, excitement, confusion, anticipation, anxiety, grief, and so much more. While each individual's experiences differ, the emotions and ...
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Hosted by Karla Karpowicz
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, BC-DMT, RYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newburgh, NY 12550
The ever winding path along the journey of fertility is wrought with challenges and stressors that bring roller coaster feelings such as heartache, excitement, confusion, anticipation, anxiety, grief, and so much more. While each individual's experiences differ, the emotions and ...
Open to All LGBTQIA Individuals Ages 14-18. This group will focus on exploring issues related to gender, identity, mental health, and relationships and connection. Utilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy coping skills and a person-centered, strengths-based approach, this group will help teens ...
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Hosted by Gabrielle Fassman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Warwick, NY 10990
Open to All LGBTQIA Individuals Ages 14-18. This group will focus on exploring issues related to gender, identity, mental health, and relationships and connection. Utilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy coping skills and a person-centered, strengths-based approach, this group will help teens ...
This ongoing support group is meant to connect teens in a safe and non-judgemental environment. Teens will be able to express and work through tough emotions, while learning some of the most important skills for emotional regulation, building healthy relationships, ...
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This ongoing support group is meant to connect teens in a safe and non-judgemental environment. Teens will be able to express and work through tough emotions, while learning some of the most important skills for emotional regulation, building healthy relationships, ...
*We are now accepting new clients!* This is an open group targeted for girls aged 13-18 that aims to provide a space where your teen can feel comfortable sharing their experiences with friendships, relationships, school life and more with other ...
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Hosted by Hudson Valley Center for Development
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Windsor, NY 12553
*We are now accepting new clients!* This is an open group targeted for girls aged 13-18 that aims to provide a space where your teen can feel comfortable sharing their experiences with friendships, relationships, school life and more with other ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Orange County?
Search for nearby support groups by inputting your city, zip code, or the name of the group into the search bar. From there, you can filter to find a group that suits your needs, whether you are looking for support for a teenager, a group that focuses on a specific issue, such as depression, or a particular program type, such as one geared toward developing social skills. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
How does group therapy work?
Therapy groups are led by one or more therapists and serve to help people process their experiences and learn from others who understand their challenges firsthand. They can be based on a specific issue, such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, and caregiving. They can involve a specific type of program or therapy, such as a social skills group or CBT group. They can also be specific to a particular population or community, such as teens or LGBTQ.
Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Support groups help connect people with shared challenges or physical and mental health conditions. In a group setting, participants can receive support and feedback from peers and can acquire new skills, strategies and perspectives by listening to one another. Discussing your experience with someone who also has a cancer diagnosis, or whose son also struggles with addiction, for example, can help you feel less alone, reduce distress, find empathy and connection, and learn practical or medical information that has helped others. Group therapy can also be a more affordable option than individual therapy and just as effective.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
Support groups can be deeply valuable for both emotional support and/or treatment outcomes. It’s difficult to make a blanket statement on efficacy due to the many different types of support groups and conditions treated, but group therapy has been found to be just as effective as individual therapy in establishing long-term abstinence for conditions such as substance abuse, addiction and alcohol abuse.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group counseling is typically less expensive than individual counseling, with each session costing on average between $60 to $75. Meanwhile, individual therapy sessions can run anywhere from $100 to $200 and up, even after insurance. It is possible to find low-cost group therapy options and many therapists offer group sessions free of charge.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, many insurance companies do offer coverage for group therapy sessions. However, the coverage varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider. Individuals are encouraged to check with their insurance providers to verify coverage.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of a support group session is often one hour but can fall anywhere between 45 minutes and two hours. The amount of time that people remain in a support group varies based on their specific needs and goals and the type of therapy. Some individuals may seek a shorter-term group, such as a bereavement group, that may last between six and 20 weeks. Some may seek a longer-term group that lasts for a year or indefinitely.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups have many benefits, but there are a few limitations as well. Support groups do not constitute formal therapeutic or medical treatment, and are not run by licensed mental health professionals, so some people may opt for group therapy or individual therapy instead. Additionally, support groups can depend on the other participants, so a disruptive individual has the potential to mar the group dynamic, and the anecdotal information shared may sometimes be unhelpful or inaccurate. Because it is a group setting, confidentiality can be more difficult to guard and participants receive less personalized attention than they would in an individual therapy session.