Group Description:

A safe place where teens have the opportunity for real, honest exchanges and closeness with others their age. Teens will improve social skills, learn new ways to cope, and strengthen relationships with peers as well as gain a sense they are not alone. This group will focus on a range of topics and is not curriculum-based. Freedom of discussion is encouraged based on teens life events.

Date/Time of Group:

Mondays from 6:30-7:30 PM in Paramus.

Virtual or In-Person?:

Options for virtual and in-person

Facilitator Name:

Tara Zaretsky, LCSW

Call or text 551-308-5245 to reserve your spot. Open to ages 15-18.

Group Description:

No matter where you are in your weight loss journey, exploring the psychological factors involved is a very important part of this life-changing process. Embarking on a physical change through weight loss surgery can be exciting but it can also uncover emotional concerns from the past and present. Join me in exploring the psychological factors involved in this incredible journey!

Topics include:

Mentally preparing for pre/post-WLS
Lifestyle changes
Childhood food issues
Emotional eating & negative triggers
Anxiety & depression pre/post-WLS
Self-esteem & identity after weight loss
Body dysmorphia
Family & friends-supporters & detractors
Defense mechanisms
Fears & obsession after WLS
Victories and potential set-backs
Coping strategies

Date/Time of Group:

TBD

Virtual or In-Person?:

Virtual via Zoom

Facilitator Name:

Lorin McKane, LCSW

Contact Lorin to register: 732-784-3220

Suitable for individuals in all stages of weight loss surgery (pre & post-op) and all surgery types.

Group Description:

Do you try to lose weight but think psychological reasons are making it more difficult for you to be successful? Join me in evaluating psychological factors and overeating behaviors.

Topics include:

Emotional eating, binge eating, & negative triggers
Childhood food issues
Anxiety, depression & weight gain
Self-esteem & weight issues
Self-sabotage
Lifestyle changes& habits
Support systems–helping & hindering
Boundary setting skills
Coping strategies

Date/Time of Group:

TBD

Virtual or In-Person?:

Virtual via Zoom

Facilitator Name:

Lorin McKane, LCSWContact Lorin to register: 732-784-3220

Suitable for individuals ages 18 and older.

Group Description:

This group will be a support group that focuses on either a self-help book or inspirational/mental health-based memoir. Group members will be expected to complete a certain portion of the chosen book by each meeting. We will then discuss our thoughts on the section and how it relates or does not relate with our own thoughts, feelings and/or situations. We will use the chosen book’s content to guide meaningful and therapeutic conversation

Date/Time of Group:

Wednesday, September 29^th. This group will run every other Wednesday from 7pm-8pm in Ramsey.

Virtual or In-Person?:

In-Person

Facilitator Name:

Carly Neuschatz, MA LAC

cneuschatz@njhwellness.com

If you have questions or would like to register, please email us at info@njhwellness.com

This unique and special group of gay men encourages positive change in all areas of your life, including issues related to sex and dating, career and finances, friendships, family, anxiety, depression, sexuality, and self-esteem. Gay Men’s Therapy Group is the perfect place to learn how you come across to others as well as to examine the various roles in life you traditionally assume. How do you respond to challenges?  How do you deal with conflict? What are your positive and negative behavioral patterns?  Group members can also give supportive feedback and help you craft your own solutions.  The group experience will allow you to recognize and build upon your strengths and to develop new directions for growth.

If you have questions or would like to register, please email us at info@njhwellness.com