The purpose of this group is multifaceted: to provide access to a safe, supportive space for dialogue around topics that may otherwise feel challenging to be vulnerable about; to connect with, be empowered by, and learn from other individuals navigating similar journeys to yours; and to explore ways in which you can reclaim pleasure by prioritizing your sexual wellbeing beyond pain. This group is for cis women/vulva owners ages 24-35 who experience pain with sex. This will be a closed group of 6-7 participants; once all members have joined, we will no longer accept additional participants.
Hosted by Madeline Cooper Psychotherapy and Sex Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10001
Sexuality, intimacy & relationship dynamics play a key role in our lives, and yet, so many people are afraid and hesitant to talk about these topics - our therapists are not those people. As psychotherapists and sex therapists, we work to give you a safe space to talk through and develop coping skills for issues involving your sexual and mental health. Opening up and going to therapy can be scary and difficult, but we strive to make it a worthwhile experience for everyone who comes to see me. We challenge o0ur clients but also support them in living their most authentic lives, and always provide a non-judgmental, listening ear.
Weekly ongoing adult process group conducted on Zoom for exploration of the ways in which we seek to connect with others and the ways in which we sabotage developing deeper connection. All genders welcome, must be in individual therapy (doesn't matter where or with whom), must meet with facilitator for screening to determine fit, must be willing to make a minimum commitment of 6-months weekly attendance.
Hosted by Erin McMaugh Tierno, The Keely Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10003
You've focused so much on career (and successfully so) that some of the other major pieces of life that you just assumed would fall into place have...well...they just HAVEN'T. I founded The Keely Group (Online Therapy NYC) in 2016 to offer virtual to people whose lives "look great on paper" but are missing something important. Perhaps that's a great romantic partner or close friendships; maybe it's some relief from the chronic (albeit high-functioning) anxiety that keeps you up at night or some balance so as to enjoy the parts of your life that really are great. Regardless, we can help.
Hosted by Mirielle Therapy Practice
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10016
A support and consultation group for therapists who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Each week will include an agenda topic, followed by a discussion that includes support and consultation.
Hosted by Abigale Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10016
Girl - that mom life got you twisted? Are you stuck in an ineffective communication loop with your partner? Are you fighting against intergenerational trauma, making you feel overwhelmed with parenting? Do you have a hard time setting boundaries with family and friends because you don't want to "be mean"? As a mom myself, I know all too well about these struggles - the mental load, weaponized incompetence from our partners, the daydreaming about different decisions. We all need help sometimes. Let me help you.
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Hosted by Maryam Mortaz
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10036
I am a Psychotherapist, Life Coach, and Consultant. In a career that began twenty-five years ago in the Middle East, now established in NY, I have seen clients from every conceivable background who have sought nurturing guidance to face trauma, anxiety, grief and sadness. Often, whether working with persons suffering from loss or separation, abuse victims, veterans, refugees, or families of substance abusers, I have witnessed that moment of clarity in a client when they realize there is actually hope for a better, more satisfying life. This, I believe, is the essence of therapy and I strive to smooth the path towards and beyond it.
If you're ready to embrace being single and discover your relationship needs, join Brijuan Phillips in "Single On Purpose" a group hosted by BeWELL Psychotherapy. Address stigmas, embrace resilience, and redefine what singlehood means to you. Brijuan, a specialist in relationships and anxiety, guides open conversations. Connect, grow, and learn coping skills to help you combat anxiety and self-doubt in a safe, 6-week virtual space. Group start date: 3/19.
Hosted by Brijuan Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10010
Change can be intimidating, but it can also be liberating. Brijuan helps clients with getting reconnected with themselves through practice of implementing strong boundaries, mastering singlehood, and addressing history of trauma. Brijuan approaches therapy in a collaborative manner where the client leads the direction, while she supports from the sideline. She actively listens and creates a space of authenticity, openness, care, respect, and warmth. She assists clients with finding meaning in life stressors and pivoting in ways that make everyday life easier and enjoyable to help clients exude power, happiness, and resilience.
Over 8 weeks, we’ll unpack themes related to fostering and navigating healthy relationship dynamics. Whether you’re in the midst of a relationship change, a new relationship, single, or in a long-term partnership, our topics are designed to resonate at all stages. This educational women's peer support group provides a space to learn, connect, and heal. Themes we’ll explore include: Defining Love, Self-Love, Attachment Styles, Assertive Communication, Boundaries, Vulnerability, Navigating Change, Body Image and Mindfulness. Sessions will be weekly on Tue., Wed., or Thurs. evenings (tbd), and virtual, with one tentative in-person meet-up.
Hosted by Ciera Delice
LMHC-LP, MBA, CTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10016
Ready to embark on your journey of self-acceptance and personal growth? Together, we'll work on releasing expectations, improving self-acceptance and honoring your lived experience. If you're looking to develop coping skills for anxiety or depression, create boundaries, build confidence, or navigate cultural/gender expectations to better manage life’s challenges, this is a space for you. I'm particularly passionate about working with high-functioning, high-achieving, and entrepreneurial clients, assisting them in finding harmony between their personal and professional lives.
Break free of the cycle of shame and connect with others in support and validation! Diagnosis not required. Will meet Wednesdays at 6:30 pm. Virtual, open to those present in NY State. Insurance plans including United, Oxford, Optum and Aetna, and sliding scale private pay.
Hosted by Penny Krainin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10010
I help people sort through parts of life that feel 'stuck' and work to identify skills to move forward. In particular, my work has focused on helping people improve their relationships with food, their bodies, and the culture that has dictated the most harmful elements of this relationship. I have training in both psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral modalities, and my practice leans into values-driven Acceptance and Commitment therapy. I welcome clients from all identities, and make space to address the impact of explicit and internalized biases.
Online group coaching membership to get you from self-doubting to self-empowered. The Self-Worth Hub® provides therapeutic & coaching tools to address self-esteem, parentification, generational and complex trauma, codependency, & overall mental & emotional coping mechanisms. This is a non-judgmental space that creates a sense of belonging with people you can relate to. Bi-weekly Group Coaching calls+ access to a library of lessons, worksheets, & private community of women doing similar work.
Email: info@karinaaybar.com with the subject Membership or text 877-838-9188 for more info. Cost: $27/month or $297/year.
Hosted by Karina Aybar-Jacobs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPC, SIFI
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10030
Karina Aybar-Jacobs is a bilingual (English & Spanish) psychotherapist and coach. She has 14 years of experience helping women overcome unhealthy patterns, anxiety, low self-esteem, parentification trauma, PTSD, and toxic relationships. My goal is to help you achieve inner peace, set boundaries without guilt + heal the impact of growing up with dysfunctional family dynamics. I am here to help you overcome challenges in a caring, confidential, and empowering space. I use an eclectic approach to therapy, as well as my coaching skills to help you move from self-doubting to self-empowered. I look forward to connecting with you.
Coming Soon: This is an online Coaching program to assist women who are regularly passed over at work, to overcome their fears and limitations, in order to get that promotion at work.
Hosted by Heidi Elias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10019
Putting yourself first does not come easily to everyone. However, it is actually the number one action you can take for a happy and successful life. I know how challenging it can be to prioritize yourself, since you were taught from an early age that others’ needs were more important than yours. When you attempt to put yourself first, you are considered “selfish." When you attempt to speak up you are considered “difficult.” If you are often made to feel wrong for having needs, and you are unable to set boundaries with others, then how can you expect to trust yourself enough to feel good, and respect yourself?
An ongoing weekly psycho-educational skills group for millennial and Gen-Z women who are burnt out from dating and ready for a reset on Zoom (NY & FL & NJ residents). Participants will learn tools to date with confidence and intention, develop effective skills to manage feelings of fear or loneliness, identify and explore limiting beliefs that are getting in the way and learn what traits to prioritize when dating for a committed relationship. Schedule a free call to learn more!
Hosted by Ali Printz
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10075
Are you struggling with the dating scene? Overwhelmed with the apps? Burnt out and discouraged, but also ready to meet your person? Do you find yourself worrying when he will text you back or worried that you will "mess" things up but asking for what you need? Do you feel like you're going on all of these dates but never meeting any good guys? If so, I get it and I see you! I am passionate about helping women navigate dating and relationships, build self-esteem and learn to trust themselves in the process to create and sustain healthy, loving relationships and a experience a fulfilling life.
Female identifying participants are invited to collaboratively explore, express, integrate and heal fractured “divine feminine parts” of the “self “which have historically been silenced and oppressed by patriarchal/white supremacist cultures and systems. Multi-modal interventions draw inspiration from cultural myths, fairytales, ancient symbols dreams and popular culture and include creative writing, lyric analysis, drawing, painting, sculpting, dance/movement, journaling, storytelling, and guided imagery.
Hosted by Missy Hall
MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10014
I firmly believe and affirm the philosophy that You have a PhD in YOU. True healing comes not from discovering but rather reclaiming your natural cadence; you unique, authentic rhythms and tempos. As a licensed creative arts therapist and board certified music therapist I employ a combination of established energetic practices and evidenced based practices tailored to meet your specific needs to balance, repair and replenish your body, mind and soul resulting in a watershed of creativity, balance and wellbeing.
I meet many women struggling to relieve stress, guilt, etc associated with juggling multiple roles. Women who need therapy, but are nervous to start. If this is YOU, JOIN my 4 week Virtual Women’s Self Care Group from 10/11/22 to 11/1/22. An introduction to therapy with similar women who’ll inspire and support YOU. Weeks 1-4 you’ll learn how stress impacts you, identify how you've been conditioned to self care, and obtain tools to change. Then create plans to implement and maintain change. Visit website to register! NY & NJ residents only.
Hosted by Counseling to Comfort, Therapy Services PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10005
Struggling with feeling unheard and distant in your relationship? Ineffective communication causing loneliness, frustration, and confusion? There's a way to rebuild effective communication for a stronger connection. Revitalize intimacy impacted by these issues. Despite how challenging it may seem. Seeking individual therapy for emotional well-being, stronger relationships, and a more balanced life? Feelings of worry, anxiety, sadness, depression, doubt, and stress sometimes lead to reactions you'd like to change? These are challenging to navigate alone. Let's partner to enhance your happiness with effective coping skills.
This weekly process group will focus on issues related to body image, including: how our diet culture encourages an unhealthy relationship to food; ways to build self-esteem outside of body shape/size; learning how to use food for nourishment, not punishment; and developing mindfulness strategies to foster a healthier relationship with your body.
Hosted by Jennifer Grant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, FIPA
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10024
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or low self-esteem? Are you feeling unsatisfied in your relationships or find yourself wanting more out of life? Whatever brought you here, you've taken a first step toward change. I offer an insight-oriented approach to therapy that's rooted in compassion, understanding and collaborative partnership. Together, we'll work on helping you to overcome obstacles that stand in the way of leading a more joyful, fulfilling life.
Symptoms related to menopause can negatively impact our relationships and functioning. Yet, finding support can be difficult because of the myths and stereotypes surrounding menopause. Whether you are perimenopausal or menopausal, you will benefit from this support group. The group's mission is to support women through group discussions and to educate women of holistic treatment options that take into account the physical, psychological, sexual and social changes a woman experiences during the transition.
Hosted by Risa Sharpe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10001
Protecting yourself from pain by trying not to feel it only causes more pain. Do you distract yourself from uncomfortable feelings by over-working, eating or drinking too much, shopping, or dating? Much unhappiness is created by no longer useful coping devices. Avoiding feelings like anger, shame, regret and powerlessness, closes off access to informative parts of you. In our work together, I utilize practical tools, not just theory, to help you identify and remain connected to your feelings. Staying connected to yourself while relating to others allows for loving in healthy ways and feeling loved and valued by others.
No matter what life throws at you it helps to be in community! Please feel free to join us for a weekly art making group! Through making your own art, witnessing others, and having space to share about your experience, we will explore the therapeutic space created in a community art studio. There will be guidance for intention setting at the beginning of each meeting, prompts, and a framework for sharing/listening at the end. Sharing at the end is optional and you choose what you would like to share. All welcome and no experience necessary!
Hosted by Water & Stone, a Creative Arts Therapy PLLC
Art Therapist, LCAT, LPAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10001
Welcome! I started Water & Stone to support people, such as yourself, in finding a therapist or therapy group that fits your current needs, budget, and availability. When we speak I'll listen to what has been going on in your life and brings you to therapy before talking through options and sharing more about each group or therapist. My goal is that you find the right fit for you, so you can begin to feel a shift or relief within the first session.
Boutique Psychotherapy is a concierge mental health practice that provides innovative, goal-oriented, interactive psychotherapy that is meant to get you to your goals and living the fulfilling life you deserve. We support you through life's stressors by providing a comforting yet challenging therapeutic experience to help you not just have a safe space to vent but also to learn coping skills and more about yourself as a person. We specialize in working with physicians, executives, parents and single people in NYC.
Hosted by Dr. Carli Blau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MEd, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10016
If you're looking for a therapist who has the ability to help you psychoanalyze but also provide direction, you're in the right place. I see clients with every day struggles such as anxiety, depression, confidence, and work/career counseling issues but my specialty is in sex and relationship therapy and women's health issues as well as working with people in the medical community. I am also the founder and clinical director of a concierge mental health practice Boutique Psychotherapy, and have a team of brilliant clinicians who work with me. We do not accept insurance, but can provide a statement for out of network reimbursement.
This anger management group is for self-referrals and/or court mandated individuals operating on a 8-12 week cycle. Participants receive a court approved certificate upon completion. This group provides psychoeducation by utilizing a structured curriculum and allowing all group members to discuss their own real life situations to gain insight on how to better manage their emotions, self awareness and how to improve interpersonal relationships. Anger Management classes can also be completed individually at a different rate based on your needs and pace. Please email Lmsociallyequipped@gmail.com for more questions, concerns and accommodations we are flexible.
Hosted by LeAisha Meyers
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, CAMS I
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10029
Do you feel stuck, lost or as if you don't know what to do next? Are you stressed, feel all over the place and cannot get your life organized? Are you struggling to find a routine, time for yourself and time for others? Are you struggling juggling many roles? Do you feel burnt out at home or in your career? Do you need change but you're not sure what change you need? Do you want more for yourself and your family? Have you tried therapy and feel like you need more guidance and someone to just tell you like it is? You may just need a coach, a mentor or ME! :)
A unique group aimed to unite and support grieving daughters / womxn who lost their mothers before age 20. Focus will be on the complexities of navigating the world after the loss of a mother. In particular, the group will examine: the unfolding of grief; obstacles to the grieving process; finding one’s identity amidst an early parental loss; impact of loss on present relationships; continuing bonds; coping with loss; mothering without a mother (applies to: existing moms, moms-to-be, and those ambivalent to motherhood); parenting ourselves. Best suited to those whose loss occurred more than 12 months ago.
Hosted by Lea Schupak
Counselor, LMHC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10024
My practice focuses on women's mental health/ fertility / pregnancy / postpartum (incl. new dads & LGBTQ families), grief (more specifically early mother loss, and pregnancy loss), and relationship issues. Throughout our lives, we're constantly relating to one another, and building new experiences from these relationships. Unfortunately, relationships can also often feel unfulfilling, or make us feel neglected. They can bring on feelings of loss and disconnection. Then, life in general starts to feel unfulfilling. This can be changed. Psychotherapy, where the fit between patient-therapist is right, can be an immensely powerful tool.
A safe, empowering space for 20s/30s women to support one another in creating lives of greater meaning and connection. With a focus on self-compassion, trauma, self-esteem, relationships, interpersonal skills building, and self-advocacy, members will share their life journeys, process struggles, and heal within a safe, therapeutic community. This weekly group will discuss relationships, dating, family, friendships, codependency, conflict, trauma, life transitions, & intimacy. This group is via Zoom.
Hosted by Erena DiGonis, LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10019
Welcome to our group psychotherapy practice! We are a team of dedicated licensed therapists specializing in anxiety, stress-related issues, and trauma for teenagers and adults. We provide virtual therapy for individual, couples, or family sessions. Our therapists have extensive training and experience with trauma modalities such as EMDR, Brainspotting, Psychedelic Integration therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, Nutrition, Coaching, and Neuroscience. Our style is warm and highly interactive. Additionally, we are proud to offer bilingual therapists fluent in Spanish and Russian. We offer Case Consultation for therapists.
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Women's Issues Support Groups
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.