Group Therapy

For those with challenges managing their anxiety. This group focuses on empowerment through education and coping skills, and through the groups support. This is a non-judgmental, supportive learning environment for members to share their thoughts and feelings.

This group focuses on empowerment through education, coping skills, and group support for those with challenges managing their anxiety. It is a nonjudgmental, supportive, and learning environment for members to share their thoughts and feelings.

Group members will explore and recognize early warning signs to emotional escalation. Group members will reduce anger by learning to identify and respond with self-soothing strategies, using assertive communication skills, and practicing healthy boundaries and conflict resolution.

Using a combination of psychodynamic and CBT modalities, group members will gain insight into longstanding self-perceptions and behaviors that cause depression, anxiety, and various other symptoms. They can use this insight to build a healthier, more fulfilling life. Meets in person at the Newton Outpatient Center.

With an encouraging and empathetic atmosphere, using a combination of psychodynamic and CBT modalities, group members will gain insight into longstanding self-perceptions and behaviors that are at the root of depression, anxiety, and various other symptoms. They can use such insight to make changes where necessary to their goals and coping strategies in order to get what they want out of life.

A supportive group to learn and practice skills to increase your sense of well-being. Some of the skills include mindfulness, journaling, breathing techniques, visualizations, sound, art and more! Joining together to practice will be engaging and fun with inspiring instruction, stories, visuals, videos, quotes and more.

This in-person support group focuses on helping people with severe persistent mental illness to connect and socialize with others in a structured and nurturing setting.

Group members will be guided through grounding techniques and mindfulness explorations to explore positivity and emotional regulation tools. Utilizing a strength-based approach toward CBT and Expressive Therapies, group members will utilize journaling, movement, and are to expand their perspectives and share within guided group discussions. No artistic skills required, just an open mind and a willingness to try!

This open format group provides the opportunity for members to share current concerns about mental health symptoms and stressors. The group offers a sense of relief and belonging through sharing with others who understand what they are going through.

This CBT-based group focuses on sharing and developing coping strategies with peer support and feedback. Topics include self-care, personal emotional control, safety planning, identifying values and beliefs, and managing interpersonal relationships and boundaries. Hybrid group – meets in-person and online.

No art experience is required for this in-person group. Individuals engage in self-exploration and self-expression using art materials in a safe and confidential group for survivors of intimate partner abuse. Materials provided.

Riverside offers support groups for children of all ages, focused on managing feelings and social skill-building. Older children have the opportunity to work through their experiences of intimate partner violence and family disruption.

This group provides a safe environment for children to explore their feelings and experiences and learn coping strategies.

This confidential, non-judgmental support group helps people take their next steps after separation or divorce.

This in-person group, led by peers, offers mutual support, conversation, arts and crafts, and more.

This online support group for survivors of domestic violence helps individuals manage trauma and form new connections.

This group is for young women who were exposed to domestic abuse growing up and may be experiencing partner abuse in their own lives. The purpose of the group is to educate, explore coping skills, promote self-growth, and raise awareness to help break the cycle of abuse.

This group supports older adults (aged 60+) seeking change, engagement, and camaraderie. We’ll address topics such as loneliness, ageism, societal and systemic barriers, meaning and purpose, and coping skills. The group also focuses on creative ways to achieve optimal health and well-being in an atmosphere of support and mutual aid.

Riverside offers a therapy group for members of the LGBTQIA+ community dealing with issues related to family and relationships, identity development, trauma, and experiences of marginalization and oppression. Group members will practice skills such as effective communication, stress management and coping techniques, self-care, and identity exploration. Online group, open to any adult who identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, non-binary, intersex, ace, or who does not exclusively identify as straight and/or cisgender.

This ongoing support group for men focuses on relationships, health/wellness, stress management, and coping with anxiety/depression. Hybrid group – meets in-person and online.

Riverside offers a therapy group for members of the LGBTQIA+ community dealing with issues related to family and relationships, identity development, trauma, and experiences of marginalization and oppression. Group members will practice skills such as effective communication, stress management and coping techniques, self-care, and identity exploration. Online group, open to any adult who identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, non-binary, intersex, ace, or who does not exclusively identify as straight and/or cisgender.

This group is for young adult to middle-aged women seeking support from other women to help manage anxiety, depression, grief, and social isolation.

This ongoing group for older women with mental health challenges helps develop skills for coping with anxiety, depression, family issues, and trauma. We offer opportunities to practice new skills, receive support, and socialize in a safe environment.

Your daily choices either support your well-being or sabotage you. Are your habits purposeful and effective or careless and rigid? Come join this 12-week program designed to align daily habits to our natural biorhythms rooted in the ancient wisdom of the ancient holistic science of Ayurveda. Held online and in-person at Riverside Behavioral Healthcare Center, 176 West Street, Milford MA.

DBT helps identify thoughts, beliefs, and assumptions that make life more challenging. Learn and practice DBT skills including distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. Class is currently held via Zoom.

Please note registration closes two weeks prior to start date.

This eight-week DBT group will teach skills from the interpersonal effectiveness (IE) module of DBT, helping to increase the ability to communicate and interact with others in a constructive and mutually beneficial way. We’ll discuss skillful communication, active listening, and navigating social situations effectively in order to enhance one’s ability to build positive relationships, resolve conflicts, and collaborate successfully with others.

Please note registration for new enrollees closes one week prior to start date.

Members learn DBT coping skills through a group format which includes homework assignments, the weekly completion of DBT Diary Cards, and worksheets. Group members are encouraged to practice implementing DBT skills daily to manage their symptoms. Consistent attendance is required to maintain the integrity of the group process.

This group teaches mindfulness, chair-based yoga, breathwork, and visualization exercises designed to promote a sense of well-being.

Knitting and crocheting are activities that have the potential to reduce anxiety and perseverative thinking while also providing cognitive stimulation and a sense of accomplishment. This group will provide a framework for individuals to learn mindfulness and build social connections while practicing fiber arts. Limited basic supplies (crochet hooks, knitting needles, and yarn) will be available on-site. No experience with fiber arts is necessary.

Therapeutic yoga allows your emotional process to be a whole-body healing experience. It is well established as a treatment modality for depression, anxiety, and PTSD. We’ll incorporate gentle yoga stretches, breathing exercises, meditation, and guided imagery in this virtual group. You’ll need a comfortable space to sit and stretch, cushion, blanket, and blocks (or substitute books). No experience or yoga mat required.

This new group supporting the recovery journey meets online and in-person, alternating weeks between Riverside offices at 176 West Street, Milford, and 190 Lenox Street, Norwood. Our discussion is based on the best-selling book, “The Four Agreements,” by Mexican author Don Miguel Ruiz. We will use these principles to help break old habits of shame and self-doubt in order to build a new life of self-worth, personal integrity, and accountability.

This 12-week group will provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to learn about addiction, why we do what we do, and take positive steps in recovery.  Focusing on a different concept each week with both an educational component and interactive group process, the group is built upon the concept that small changes have big effects on our lives.  Hybrid – meets in-person and online.

This forum provides an opportunity to work on empowerment by reducing shame and stigma.

Most insurance, except Medicare, accepted.

This support group is for parents in recovery with children up to 18 years old. Parents must have at least weekly contact with their child. The group will use the GROW ARC (Attachment, Regulation, and Competency) Framework, learn to regulate parent-child emotions, and build resiliency in the home. The overall goal is to support caregivers in embracing their parent-child connection.

This group provides a supportive environment to increase awareness of the symptoms of ADHD in folks who are traditionally under-diagnosed due to gender, race, or other social contexts. The group integrates emerging research and theory into our collective understanding of ADHD and will focus discussion on topics such as emotional regulation, impulsivity, late-in-life diagnosis, and grief. Open to adults who are interested in exploring how ADHD affects their lives (formal diagnosis not required). Hybrid class, offered in-person and virtually.

Members will learn how to monitor anger using an anger meter, identify triggers and cues, understand the cycle of aggression, utilize immediate and preventative coping strategies, develop an individualized anger control plan, and discuss anger in the family.

This group meets weekly over the course of seven months. It is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and will aim to encourage, support, and motivate those who struggle with clutter. Group members learn skills that inspire them to pare down and organize current belongings, as well as minimize future acquisitions.

This six-week group for individuals ages 21+ is co-led by a peer specialist and therapist. We’ll provide you with a supportive and non-judgmental environment to find new coping strategies and renewed motivation as you navigate through problem gambling.

Our ongoing groups are open to people who have completed the above 26-week Hoarding/Clutter Treatment Group. The purpose is to provide a supportive environment while reviewing and reinforcing the skills and techniques that help with de-cluttering at home.

Participants will have the opportunity to learn more about ADHD, build skills and coping strategies, and connect with others for mutual support. Each week will focus on a different theme with room for psychoeducation, open discussion, goal setting, and questions. The group is designed for adults who either have a diagnosis of ADHD or experience challenges with attention and/or executive function.

This group provides a place where people can develop, learn, identify, and discuss mental health symptoms related to childhood trauma. The group will help implement coping skills to manage emotions and personal healing, look at family dysfunction, which can be triggering at times, and help to reframe unhealthy behaviors and internal dialog.

This transition to adulthood group is for youth of all genders, ages 16-19. It covers the responsibilities and privileges of turning 18, money management, accessing transportation, independent living, peer relationships, cohabitation with family, healthcare, post-high school ambitions (e.g. college, employment, independent living), and time management. Meets in-person at Riverside, 255 Highland Avenue, Needham.

This is a space to create art in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. Explore a variety of materials, methods, and themes through art. Creating art in a group setting provides an opportunity for self-reflection, self-expression, and connecting with others. If you are not receiving Riverside services, we will need an intake.

This in-person group is for students aged 14-18 seeking support for the stress and transitions that come with high school. We will engage in activities and open conversations that cover topics like healthy relationships, self-esteem, study skills, stress management, and healthy decision-making to improve your ability to successfully navigate these four years! Held at the Riverside Outpatient Center, 6 Kimball Lane, Lynnfield, MA.

Intake required if not currently receiving Riverside services.

Youth volunteer to act out and engage in role play with others, working together with peers to learn more about thier strengths and needs. Members act as the audience, while some act out a specific issue or troubling event.

This group will help older adolescents (ages 16-19) develop the necessary social skills to navigate adult relationships including dating, workplace, family, and friends. We’ll explore the challenges in building relationships and focus on inner strengths that we can use for healthy connection and communication with others. Meets in-person in Needham.

This fun and interactive youth group for chidren ages 1-8 uses discussion, games, and mindfulness activities. We offer a safe space to strengthen emotional identification and expression, gain insight into how feelings can impact responses to others, and explore ways to build on existing self-regulation strategies. Meets in-person in Needham.

This group is for people ages 20-30 who are transitioning to adulthood and dealing with issues such as independent living, relationships, work, school, time management, and self-care.