Support Groups in 01002
I offer this group for healthcare professionals because I’ve seen that overtaxed docs, RNs, NPs, PAs, CNMs and other medical professionals need a place to slow down and process their experiences in the field. Participation in this group will help give voice to the stray thoughts and observations that otherwise have nowhere to go; to process emotions by working them through on the page, and then sharing them with a group of people who get it. Tapping into one’s creativity and sense of fun and experimentation can also help keep burnout at bay.
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Hosted by Emily Bloch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Amherst, MA 01002
I specialize in working with people feeling challenged by relationships, work, parenting (from pregnancy through empty nest), and aging, as well as people struggling with trauma, grief, and loss. I start from the position that past experiences and attachments have profound effects on our everyday lives, and our abilities to move forward. I have an interest in working with those who navigate multiple cultures and communities (through, for example, racial identity, class background, immigration, religion, gender, and sexuality), as well as those who work in education, healthcare, nonprofit, and creative fields.
This group is run by Advance Psychotherapy https://advancepsychotherapy.org/group. Trauma-informed and Neurodivergent-Friendly Mindfulness. Integrating personal and social liberation, this course will teach skills for focus, emotional regulation and communication. Sessions will offer check-ins, brain science education and guided practice in techniques like meditation and yoga for all bodies. You will be invited to set personalized habit goals between sessions with support to transform your intentions into lasting results. This course can empower you to: reduce stress, anxiety or depression, get things done, show up fully in relationships, serve your community, live a life of meaning
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Hosted by Fiona Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Amherst, MA 01002
Fiona is a psychotherapist with experience working with adolescents and adults, including clients seeking help managing life changes, improving relationships, exploring identity, and coping with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. Fiona practices from an Integrative Relational Psychotherapeutic approach, drawing on techniques from Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral, and Psychoanalytic therapies. After graduating with a B.A. in Psychology from the College of Wooster, Fiona completed her graduate training at Westfield State University, where she obtained her Master of Social Work (MSW).
This is an online group for those healing from an Auto Accident. When it is requested by enough people I run the group so if you are interested please let me know:) Details will follow
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I ‘ve worked with people trying to reignite their creativity, those seeking relief from panic attacks, depression or the impact of past trauma on present experience. those working with challenges in relationships & families, dealing with racial trauma or identity or navigating institutions & workplaces. My ideal client is someone who wants to feel seen and heard, who is curious & wants to suffer less, more fully enjoy their life & relationships and be empowered to make their unique contribution to the world. I particularly welcome BIPOC clients, mixed race as I am, the neuro-diverse, & those who seek to do good for others.
Dreams are inner teaching stories. They are personal and sacred and guide us to what our unconscious needs us to know and integrate. Each dream is perfect and only needs our honest devotion to decipher its message. The facilitator and group will support the dreamer to enter into their dream world and engage with the dreamscape. Meaning emerges as we allow ourselves to experience the symbolic language of the imaginal realm. We will respectfully support each person's unique story without projection and interpretation. No prior experience is necessary.
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Hosted by Erica lorentz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, Jungian, Analyst, IAAP
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Amherst, MA 01002
Most of my clients are interested in what their inner world is trying to tell them through dreams, emotions, physical symptoms, etc. Anxiety, depression, anger, compulsion, illness, PTSD, etc. are the body/mind's way of guiding us as to how we need to grow. My clients want to discover, heal, and come to terms with their inner truth. My training and personal experience with verbal and nonverbal/somatic processes enable us to access the dynamic flow between the conscious mind and the unconscious. As clients learn to dialogue with the unconscious they discover their own truth. I am grateful to the unconscious for this guidance.
If you are guy in grad school, you've probably experienced challenges with some or all of the following: work/life balance, relationship issues, focus and concentration, anxiety, hesitance to reach out for support or connection, isolation, and more. This 90-minute workshop focuses on recognizing the issues that are common to men pursuing graduate studies and strategies for: self-care, breaking isolation, managing time, and navigating the complexities of graduate school. If you'd like to be notified when the next workshop will be held, or be added to the waitlist, email or call me through psychology today.
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Hosted by Valley Relationship Care - Counseling & Coaching
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Amherst, MA 01002
Relationships can be a place of deep connection and fulfillment, and yet the source of pain, suffering and conflict. Often both. The underlying foundation of love is there, but disagreements, small or large, can feel extremely painful and frustrating. You may vacillate between either pushing feelings to the side and trying to “just let it go”, or exploding because you just can’t stand it anymore. Is there a way to navigate this more gracefully? How can we communicate in a way that leads to understanding, closeness, love and authentic connection, rather than bitter arguments?
(Please contact Atkinson Family Practice in Amherst for more information and to register.) This 5-week class will be co-taught with a doctor at AFP this November, 2023. We will look at how kids experience medical procedures in potentially traumatic ways, what lifelong and harmful narratives can develop, and what parents can do to help their kids--and themselves!--through it all. Class size will be limited.
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Hosted by Evan Shopper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Amherst, MA 01002
At this time, I'm offering Parenting Consultations ONLY (sorry, I am not taking on new, individual clients). For 15 years, I've specialized in working with kids and their families, but I rarely have openings and often have to turn away parents who need help. I know how frustrating it is for parents to find therapists with openings, and with this in mind, I now am offering a series of three consultation sessions for parents to gain further insight into the roots of what their child is experiencing, and how parents can help. While my consultations are not a replacement for therapy, parents have said our meetings are extremely helpful.
Welcome to My Focused Mind. We embrace the unique challenges and strengths associated with being neurodivergent. Our tailored executive functioning services helps individuals navigate the complexities of life by enhancing their ability to manage time, maintain focus, and complete tasks effectively.
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Hosted by My Focused Mind
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Amherst, MA 01002
Welcome to My Focused Mind. Our mission is to provide individualized interventions that not only address the challenges associated with neurodivergence, but also to build a foundation for long-term success and well-being. We embrace the unique challenges and strengths associated with ADHD and autism. Our tailored executive functioning services help individuals navigate the complexities of life by enhancing their ability to manage time, maintain focus, and complete tasks effectively, among other things.
Parents of kids with special needs have challenges: needing to become an expert in your child’s disability; managing in the face of logistical, physical, and emotional complications; functioning with little time to yourself, and often a sense of isolation from other parents who look like they have it easier. I am offering this group because the potential for burnout is high for hardworking parents who’ve had to sacrifice to care for their family. Finding an inner spark and fostering your creativity is one way to lift burnout; connecting with other parents dealing with similar challenges is another.
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Hosted by Emily Bloch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Amherst, MA 01002
I specialize in working with people feeling challenged by relationships, work, parenting (from pregnancy through empty nest), and aging, as well as people struggling with trauma, grief, and loss. I start from the position that past experiences and attachments have profound effects on our everyday lives, and our abilities to move forward. I have an interest in working with those who navigate multiple cultures and communities (through, for example, racial identity, class background, immigration, religion, gender, and sexuality), as well as those who work in education, healthcare, nonprofit, and creative fields.
This group is run by Advance Psychotherapy https://advancepsychotherapy.org/group. A creative expression group for tweens. Learn artistic strategies and skills meant to help cope with anxiety symptoms. Group sessions will focus on increasing self-awareness and developing mindfulness skills while offering a space to feel connected to and supported by others. Exploration of using color, line, and shape to express emotions and to feel more centered and calm. Open to all skill levels. No prior artistic experience necessary. All materials provided by APP.
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Hosted by Fiona Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Amherst, MA 01002
Fiona is a psychotherapist with experience working with adolescents and adults, including clients seeking help managing life changes, improving relationships, exploring identity, and coping with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. Fiona practices from an Integrative Relational Psychotherapeutic approach, drawing on techniques from Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral, and Psychoanalytic therapies. After graduating with a B.A. in Psychology from the College of Wooster, Fiona completed her graduate training at Westfield State University, where she obtained her Master of Social Work (MSW).
NAMES AND CNOTACTS BEING TAKEN FR NEW GROUP STARTING IN MAY /JUNEnd the constant self-criticism which interferes with your healing and growth.! This ongoing group is organized into three 5-week modules. Through education, practice and discussion, group participants will learn and apply Wise Attention (Mindfulness) and Self- Kindness to daily life. Join leave or repeat at the start of any module. Mod 1: Reduce: worry, fear, sadness, irritation, anger, restlessness, and isolation. Mod 2: Transform: judgment, self-criticism, and hopelessness. Mod 3: Cultivate: creativity, focus, well-being and belonging.
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I ‘ve worked with people trying to reignite their creativity, those seeking relief from panic attacks, depression or the impact of past trauma on present experience. those working with challenges in relationships & families, dealing with racial trauma or identity or navigating institutions & workplaces. My ideal client is someone who wants to feel seen and heard, who is curious & wants to suffer less, more fully enjoy their life & relationships and be empowered to make their unique contribution to the world. I particularly welcome BIPOC clients, mixed race as I am, the neuro-diverse, & those who seek to do good for others.
Virtual Group: A psychodynamic here and now processing group is a type of therapy where a group of people talk about their feelings and thoughts with peers who help them understand why they feel a certain way. A great way to imagine this, is a circle of people with spoons too long to feed themselves, so they feed each other. The group focuses on two things: relationships and anxiety. In the group, people talk about their relationships and anxiety in a safe and engaging space. Learn more about this group at https://advancepsychotherapy.org/group
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Hosted by Advance Psychotherapy Practice, Hadley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Amherst, MA 01002
Lead by seasoned Clinical Team Manager Duarji Rivas, LICSW, the Hadley therapy team boasts a breadth of expertise and experience - from work with the Trans community, to treating complex trauma with Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Hadley therapists see clients In-person and remotely.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in 01002?
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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.