Group Therapy
Group therapy is a safe and confidential environment where individuals come to discuss their issues under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. Group therapy can serve as an outlet where you can listen and observe how others are coping through struggles that are similar to your own. Group therapy may be used in the treatment of a variety of problems ranging from relationship problems to trauma and grief. Group therapy is often less expensive than individual therapy and may be used as an alternative to individual therapy or as a supplemental treatment.
Talking about your difficulties with a group of strangers may sound intimidating at first, but group therapy provides benefits that individual therapy may not. Here are a few benefits of group therapy that you can expect:
You can learn from others who have similar struggles. Because group members tend to share similar experiences, group therapy sessions can help you gain the insight you may not otherwise be able to see.
Feeling connected. Oftentimes, we feel alone in our pain, not thinking anyone could understand what we are going through, but a group can serve as a reminder that there are others who are navigating similar challenges.
Gain new coping skills. Group therapy provides a sounding board to try new ways of thinking, new methods of coping, and new interpersonal skills that can improve your quality of life.
Learn to relate to others in healthier ways. Group therapy provides the opportunity to better understand the interpersonal impact you have on other people and receive feedback in a safe environment.
Read more about group therapy on our blog.
Therapists of New York has multiple groups available to join (click on each title for more details):