Support Groups in Irvington, NJ
Group-based sessions with a focus on providing a safe and supportive environment where adolescent girls learn how to boost self-confidence, self-awareness and strengthen interpersonal relationships. This program is structured to assist adolescent girls with: body image self-care & self-respect recognizing ...
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Hosted by Essenc of Healing
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Irvington, NJ 07111
Group-based sessions with a focus on providing a safe and supportive environment where adolescent girls learn how to boost self-confidence, self-awareness and strengthen interpersonal relationships. This program is structured to assist adolescent girls with: body image self-care & self-respect recognizing ...
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Grief is different for every individual. Coming together with other individuals and sharing our hearts, helps us all to see we are not alone. In fact, hearing other's share their stories may help us with our grief, no matter what ...
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Hosted by April L. Graham
Counselor, MA, LAC, BCCMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maplewood, NJ 07040
Grief is different for every individual. Coming together with other individuals and sharing our hearts, helps us all to see we are not alone. In fact, hearing other's share their stories may help us with our grief, no matter what ...
Training group for clinicians to talk about cases and explore their feelings in the here and now as a way to work on their self in order to improve their capacity as a clinician. Hybrid group- in person and virtual
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Hosted by Michael Hessdorf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maplewood, NJ 07040
Training group for clinicians to talk about cases and explore their feelings in the here and now as a way to work on their self in order to improve their capacity as a clinician. Hybrid group- in person and virtual
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Hosted by Expressions Behavioral Health Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Orange, NJ 07018
Weight release groups which incorporate hypnosis to help people change their habits to achieve permanent weight loss. 4-6 week program plus ongoing support. Groups run periodically.
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Hosted by Margie Freeman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in South Orange, NJ 07079
Weight release groups which incorporate hypnosis to help people change their habits to achieve permanent weight loss. 4-6 week program plus ongoing support. Groups run periodically.
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Hosted by Expressions Behavioral Health Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Orange, NJ 07018
The support group is focused on Seniors who are looking for understanding, comfort, and help dealing with the stages of older life. We are non-judgmental and welcome all seniors to our circle of love and support.
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Hosted by Ruby Baskerville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maplewood, NJ 07040
The support group is focused on Seniors who are looking for understanding, comfort, and help dealing with the stages of older life. We are non-judgmental and welcome all seniors to our circle of love and support.
This 12 step based support group will provide you the tools to overcome and rise above destructive addictions and life controlling issues (grief, anger, and fear0 that are negatively impacting your life. The group also includes individual and family sessions ...
Hosted by Multi-Cultural Counseling Center
Ed, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newark, NJ 07103
This 12 step based support group will provide you the tools to overcome and rise above destructive addictions and life controlling issues (grief, anger, and fear0 that are negatively impacting your life. The group also includes individual and family sessions ...
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Hosted by Expressions Behavioral Health Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Orange, NJ 07018
Are you unhappy with aspects of your life? Do you long for a better, more loving and intimate relationship? Are you feeling that you are not fulfilled in your career? Do you want more out of your life? Are you ...
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Hosted by Michael Hessdorf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maplewood, NJ 07040
Are you unhappy with aspects of your life? Do you long for a better, more loving and intimate relationship? Are you feeling that you are not fulfilled in your career? Do you want more out of your life? Are you ...
If men are from Mars and women are from Venus then ladies..."Learn To Speak Martian!!" This women's group is designed to help women aged 25+, understand men's thought processes and behaviors in relationships and hopefully alleviate some of their frustration. ...
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Hosted by Internal Affairs Child & Family Therapy Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maplewood, NJ 07040
If men are from Mars and women are from Venus then ladies..."Learn To Speak Martian!!" This women's group is designed to help women aged 25+, understand men's thought processes and behaviors in relationships and hopefully alleviate some of their frustration. ...
This group offers support for care givers of elderly. Please contact me for day/time specifications.
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Hosted by Ruby Baskerville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maplewood, NJ 07040
This group offers support for care givers of elderly. Please contact me for day/time specifications.
Having healthy relationships with self is an integral part of having healthy and sustainable relationships with others. This group will cover the following domains: Self Love, Boundary Setting, Red Flags, Self Care, Healing from Trauma, Communicating Our Needs, Rediscover Your ...
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Hosted by Cultured Minds LLC
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Orange, NJ 07018
Having healthy relationships with self is an integral part of having healthy and sustainable relationships with others. This group will cover the following domains: Self Love, Boundary Setting, Red Flags, Self Care, Healing from Trauma, Communicating Our Needs, Rediscover Your ...
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Hosted by It Takes A Family
Treatment Center, PhD, PsyD, MDAPN, LCSW, LPC
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in East Orange, NJ 07018
One of our other four locations
Parents of special needs children, ADHD, ASD and others can gain support and parenting skills in our group.
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Hosted by Rodger Goddard
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in South Orange, NJ 07079
Parents of special needs children, ADHD, ASD and others can gain support and parenting skills in our group.
Empowerment Today supports self-awareness and provides the assistance needed to live the life you were destined to live.
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Hosted by Kira Baskerville-Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdD, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maplewood, NJ 07040
Empowerment Today supports self-awareness and provides the assistance needed to live the life you were destined to live.
This group focuses on the stress and anxiety as a result of infertility. This group provides support for the emotional trauma that is related to infertility.
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Hosted by Kira Baskerville-Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdD, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maplewood, NJ 07040
This group focuses on the stress and anxiety as a result of infertility. This group provides support for the emotional trauma that is related to infertility.
In our efforts to expand access to affordable high quality mental health tools, coping skills, and practical strategies, we offer Wholeminds Wellnenss Workshops which is an interactive support group with a major emphasis on practical and concrete strategies to eliminate ...
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Hosted by Adam Eltouny
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maplewood, NJ 07040
In our efforts to expand access to affordable high quality mental health tools, coping skills, and practical strategies, we offer Wholeminds Wellnenss Workshops which is an interactive support group with a major emphasis on practical and concrete strategies to eliminate ...
After several years in doing clinical work, I have identified a huge gap in the areas of financial wellness in our communities. 4 year ago I became licensed as a financial coach/advisor to help more individuals and families with providing ...
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Hosted by Private Care Management, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Orange, NJ 07052
After several years in doing clinical work, I have identified a huge gap in the areas of financial wellness in our communities. 4 year ago I became licensed as a financial coach/advisor to help more individuals and families with providing ...
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Hosted by Rodger Goddard
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in South Orange, NJ 07079
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Irvington?
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.