Group Therapy in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Our psychotherapy groups in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, New York City, are the perfect way to resolve your distress in a safe and supportive community. Reap the benefits of psychotherapy while building meaningful connections and relationships. Learn the emotional and social skills necessary for resilient mental health.
Children’s Emotional Processing with Creative Arts On-going Group
Processing thoughts and emotions is a vital part of a child’s mental health yet these inner dynamics are often ignored by mainstream schooling approaches. In this 8-week group therapy, children will learn the necessary skills for processing their daily experiences all while engaging in fun creative projects. Each session will introduce a topic of focus followed by an art activity and close with a sharing circle where the children will be able to express their thoughts and feelings. Children will learn to tap into their creativity, reflect on their daily experiences, and channel their emotions in a positive way. The creative outlet facilitated by this group is a powerful way for children to gain self-knowledge and cultivate resilient mental health.
The group will be:
- Facilitated by Stacy Savchuk, MHC-LP
- Open for minors ages 7 to 10
- Thursdays at 4pm
- Each session will last 60 mins
- Held in our beautiful and aesthetic office
- Insurances accepted Cigna & Aetna or $50 per session out of pocket
Children's Cultivating Self-esteem On-going Group
Children with low self-esteem lack the confidence to speak up, convey themselves, or ask for assistance, and may exhibit impulsive and/or inappropriate behavior. This 6-week group therapy will help children develop self-esteem, facilitate self-expression, and improve impulse control. Each session will consist of group/teamwork and individual communication skill development, as well as art activities to allow children to express themselves and produce projects for reflection. Through the group’s emphasis on creativity, open communication, and the development of coping mechanisms children will experience an increase in confidence along with a greater ability to manage their impulses.
The group will be:
- Facilitated by psychotherapy intern Alyssa Salvesen
- Open for minors ages 7 to 10
- Tuesdays at 4pm
- Each session will last 60 mins
- Held in our beautiful and aesthetic office
- $50 per session
Emotional Intelligence for Teens Summer Group
Processing emotions is a vital part of a teenager’s mental health yet these inner dynamics are often ignored by mainstream schooling approaches. This 8-week group seeks to fill the void by teaching participants how to identify, process and manage emotions in an effective manner. Each session will include a check-in, a question prompt, and a sharing circling. Participants will learn how to connect to their bodies, verbalize their feelings, and formulate unique ways to channel them. Some topics that will be explored include feeling emotions in mind and body, communication, and interpersonal dynamics. The skills taught in this group will set a strong foundation for the creation of resilient mental health and emotional intelligence.
The group will be:
- Facilitated by Shift Shami Kamal, LMSW
- Open to ages 15 to 17
- Run for 6 consecutive weeks starting Monday 7/3/23 at 12pm
- Each session will last 60 mins
- Held in our beautiful and aesthetic office
- Insurances accepted Cigna & Aetna or $50 per session out of pocket or $360 paid upfront for 8 sessions
Children’s Emotional Processing On-going Group
Processing and regulating emotions is a vital part of a child’s well-being yet these inner dynamics are often ignored by mainstream schooling approaches. In this ongoing group, children will learn coping and communication skills that they can use in home and school life.
In a typical session, children will begin by sharing their experiences including the feelings they like and dislike. They will get a chance to both speak and actively listen to one another.
Through these facilitated interactions children will be able to feel, accept and manage their emotions. Being in a group environment helps children bounce ideas off one another while reflecting and giving meaning to their feelings. It also helps with interpersonal skills necessary for teamwork and conflict resolution.
This group is:
- Facilitated by Fabia DeMartino, MHC-LP
- Open to ages 6-8
- Ran Mondays at 5:30pm
- 60 mins per session
- Held in our beautiful and aesthetic office
- Insurances accepted Cigna & Aetna or $50 per session out of pocket
Girl’s Cultivating Self-Esteem On-going group
Children transitioning into their teenage years may face peer pressure, body-image issues, high parental expectations, and other stressors that may have long-term psychological impacts. This group will aid with situations such as bullying in school, inability to fit in with others, emotional discrimination, and more. It will teach young females about self-love and how to boost their self-confidence and self-esteem. Each session will include a feelings check-in, a sharing circling, lessons about self-esteem, communication games, and other collaborative activities. The skills taught in this group will set a strong foundation for the creation of resilient mental health and self-confidence.
This group is:
- Facilitated by Fabia DeMartino, MHC-LP
- Open to girls ages 11-13
- Ran Mondays at 6:30pm
- 60 mins per session
- Held in our beautiful and aesthetic office
- Insurances accepted Cigna & Aetna or $50 per session out of pocket
Processing & Regulating Emotions for Homeschoolers On-going Group
Processing and regulating emotions is a vital part of a child’s well-being yet these inner dynamics are often ignored by mainstream schooling approaches. If you decided to homeschool your child you may already know this but still struggle to find a place where children can learn these crucial skills. The Processing and Regulating Emotions for Homeschoolers was designed to address this need. In this ongoing expert-led group your children will learn coping and communication skills that are the foundational to resilient mental health. Each session will begin with a sharing circling allowing children to name feelings they like and dislike. They will get a chance to both speak and actively listen to one another. Being in a group environment helps children bounce ideas off one another while reflecting and giving meaning to their feelings. It also helps with interpersonal skills necessary for teamwork and conflict resolution.
This group is:
- Facilitated by Fabia Demartino, MHC-LP
- Open to ages 5-8 and 9-11
- Tuesday 11 am (younger group)
- Tuesday 2 pm (older group)
- 60 mins per session
- Held in our beautiful and aesthetic office
- Insurances accepted Cigna & Aetna or $50 per session out of-pocket
