Group Therapy
At Smart Therapy PC, group therapy is a structured and supportive process where individuals with similar experiences or concerns work together with a skilled therapist to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a group setting. Our therapists facilitate a safe and confidential environment where participants can share their experiences, gain insights, and develop coping strategies.
What is Group Therapy?
Group therapy involves one or more therapists working with a small group of clients together. This therapeutic approach is designed to help individuals improve their mental health by leveraging the dynamics of group interaction. Participants can gain a deeper understanding of their own issues by listening to others, providing and receiving feedback, and learning from each other’s experiences.
Benefits of Group Therapy:
Shared Experiences: Connect with others who have similar experiences and understand your challenges.
Supportive Environment: Benefit from the support and encouragement of group members.
Diverse Perspectives: Gain insights from different viewpoints and learn new coping strategies.
Enhanced Social Skills: Improve communication and interpersonal skills through group interaction.
Cost-Effective: Group therapy is often more affordable than individual therapy sessions.
Our Approach:
Our therapists use a variety of evidence-based approaches to ensure the most effective treatment for each group. These may include:
Structural Family Therapy: Focuses on improving family interactions and addressing power dynamics and roles within the family.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices to help you manage emotions and improve relationships.
Support Groups: Provides a space for individuals facing similar issues, such as anxiety, depression, or addiction, to share their experiences and support each other.
Psychoeducational Groups: Focuses on educating participants about specific mental health issues and teaching coping skills.
Common Issues Addressed in Group Therapy:
Anxiety and Depression: Techniques to manage symptoms and improve mood.
Stress Management: Strategies to handle stress effectively and improve overall well-being.
Self-Esteem Issues: Building confidence and self-worth.
Grief and Loss: Support through the grieving process.
Life Transitions: Guidance through significant life changes such as career transitions, relocation, or relationship changes.
Trauma and PTSD: Healing from past traumas and managing PTSD symptoms.
What to Expect:
During your first session, your therapist will ask questions to understand your concerns, goals, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. Together, you will create a treatment plan that outlines the steps you will take toward your personal growth and well-being.
Convenient Payment Options
We strive to keep our mental health services affordable for our clients by utilizing the following options:
Health insurance – We accept Healthfirst, Metroplus, 1199, Carelon/Emblem/GHI, Aetna, United Health Care, Oxford, Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, Optum, and Cigna
Our goal is to provide you with the highest standard of care, while also offering the most convenient payment options so the cost of therapy doesn’t add to the anxiety you come to us to cope with.
