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Group Therapy in Teaneck, NJ and Online: Benefits, What to Expect, and Who It’s For
Group therapy is a powerful and effective form of mental health treatment that helps people feel less alone while building real-life coping skills and connection. Whether you are navigating anxiety, stress, identity questions, parenting challenges, or emotional overwhelm, group therapy offers support, insight, and growth in a shared space.
At our practice, we offer in-person group therapy in Teaneck as well as virtual group therapy for residents of New Jersey, New York, and Florida. Below, we answer common questions about group therapy and help you decide whether it might be the right fit for you.
Burnout Therapy: How Individual Therapy Can Help You Recover and Prevent Burnout
Burnout is one of the most common reasons adults seek therapy today. Chronic stress from work, caregiving, relationships, and financial pressure can slowly lead to emotional exhaustion, anxiety, and a sense of disconnection from yourself and your life. Keep reading to learn more about what burnout is and how you can prevent/recover from it.
A New Year, A Shared Path: Why Group Therapy Can Be Transformational for Teens
As we enter a new year, many families reflect on growth, goals, and how to best support their teens emotionally. For today’s adolescents, this reflection is more important than ever. Teens are navigating academic pressure, social media comparison, world events, and identity development, often while feeling they are supposed to have everything figured out. One mental health resource that is frequently misunderstood or overlooked is group therapy. Yet for many teens, it can be one of the most impactful and healing forms of support.
Therapy in New Jersey
Life in New Jersey, with its blend of fast-paced city living and close-knit suburban communities, often presents unique challenges that can impact emotional health. Whether it’s the pressure of career demands, family responsibilities, or personal struggles that seem too heavy to carry alone, therapy provides a safe and supportive space to process, heal, and grow. At Collaborative Minds Psychotherapy, we are committed to helping individuals find clarity, resilience, and self-compassion through high-quality therapy in NJ. Our work is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and a deep respect for every person’s journey.
Therapy for LGBTQIA+ Adolescents & Adults
At Collaborative Minds Psychotherapy, we understand that the journey toward self-acceptance and emotional wellness can be deeply personal, especially for those within the LGBTQIA+ community. Our practice offers compassionate and affirming therapy for LGBTQIA+ adolescents in Teaneck, NJ, and therapy for LGBTQIA+ adults in Teaneck, NJ. We recognize that every client’s story is unique, shaped by experiences, relationships, and the process of exploring or expressing their identity. Through inclusive and trauma-informed care, we create a safe, welcoming space where individuals can heal, grow, and feel fully seen.
Neurodivergent and Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy
At Collaborative Minds Psychotherapy, we believe that every mind is unique and valuable. Neurodiversity is the natural variation in human brains and the way people think, learn, and experience the world. This includes individuals who are autistic, ADHDers, dyslexic, or who process information differently from what is considered neurotypical. Our goal is to honor these differences and create a therapeutic space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to thrive on their own terms.
Therapy for Emerging Adults
Emerging adulthood is often described as a bridge between adolescence and full-fledged adulthood. It’s a time filled with opportunity, discovery, and excitement—but also uncertainty, anxiety, and self-doubt. At Collaborative Minds Psychotherapy, we understand how complex this life stage can be. Our therapy for emerging adults in Teaneck, NJ, is designed to help clients navigate the transition into independence with confidence, clarity, and emotional resilience.
Therapy for Orthodox Jews
At Collaborative Minds Psychotherapy, we recognize that every person’s healing journey is deeply personal and shaped by their culture, beliefs, and community. For members of the Orthodox Jewish community, therapy often carries additional layers of complexity. Balancing religious values, community expectations, and individual emotional needs can be challenging, and finding a therapist who understands these nuances can make all the difference. Our therapy for Orthodox Jews in Teaneck, NJ is built on compassion, understanding, and respect for religious and cultural values, creating a space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
Can AI Replace a Therapist? What You Need to Know Before Choosing
Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now, including in the mental health world. Apps promise instant support, chatbots say they can replace a therapist, and some platforms are rolling out automated tools for everything from mood tracking to relationship advice. Keep reading for the pros and cons of using AI for your mental health, including where it can help and where it falls short.
Breaking the Stigma
Too often, I hear someone say, “I just push down my feelings until I burst,” or “Other people have real problems—I’m fine.” Even as conversations about mental health become more common, a quiet stigma remains—especially when it comes to children and teens. Many parents find themselves torn: They see their child struggling with worry, frustration or self-doubt, and at some point they consider therapy, but there’s often a pause before taking that step. They hesitate, stuck with the thought, “Do they really need it?” or “What will people think?”
Therapy for Moms and Maternal Mental Health Services
Motherhood is often described as one of life’s greatest joys, yet it can also bring profound emotional, physical, and psychological changes. The journey into motherhood involves balancing multiple identities, expectations, and pressures that can sometimes lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, or emotional exhaustion.
Supporting Postpartum Moms: Understanding The Challenges and Offering Practical Help
The weeks and months after giving birth can be some of the most transformative in a woman’s life, but they also mark some of the most challenging times for her. While society often emphasizes the joy of welcoming a new baby, many mothers experience unexpected physical, emotional and/or psychological struggles during the postpartum period. Recognizing these challenges and offering practical support can make a profound difference in a mother’s well-being and the health of the entire family.
5 Reasons Why Your Teen Might Benefit from a DBT Skills Group
Being a teenager today can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. For parents, it can be hard to know how to help, especially when your teen shuts down or seems “fine” one moment and overwhelmed the next. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a research-backed approach that helps teens better understand their emotions, cope with stress, and communicate more effectively.
How to Help Tween and Teen Girls Cope with Bullying
Bullying has changed a lot over the past decade. It no longer stops at the classroom door; texts, group chats, and social media can make it feel like there’s no escape. For tween and teen girls, being bullied can deeply impact self-esteem, friendships, and emotional health.
ADHD in Women & Adults: Signs You Missed & How Therapy Helps
For years, ADHD was seen as something that mostly affected hyperactive young boys. Research now shows that ADHD often looks very different in women and adults, and that because of this, many people don’t realize that they’ve been living with undiagnosed symptoms for years (sometimes even decades). If you’ve ever wondered why you feel constantly overwhelmed, forgetful, or exhausted from trying to keep everything “together,” you’re not alone.
10 Ways Gen Z Can Cope with Loneliness in a Digital World
Gen Z is the most connected generation in history, yet it’s also one of the loneliest. Between endless scrolling, pressure to present a “perfect” life online, and fewer opportunities for real-world connection, it’s easy to feel isolated. The good news? There are practical ways to build authentic connection and ease loneliness without ditching technology entirely. Here are 10 ways to start.
When The Holidays Feel Complicated: Balancing Food, Fasting, and Recovery
As the High Holidays approach each year, I often hear a familiar mix of emotions from the people I work with. There’s excitement about family gatherings, a deep sense of spiritual renewal, and pride in traditions passed down through generations. But for many of my Jewish clients (and, truthfully, for anyone who has wrestled with food or body image), the upcoming holidays and fast days also stir up something else: anxiety.
The Silent Struggle: Mental Health and the Spouse of a Doctor
When people imagine the life of a doctor’s spouse, they often picture comfort, status, and stability. What they don't see is the long nights spent alone, canceled plans, the weight of emotional labor, and the quiet erosion of one’s own needs and identity. As both a therapist and the wife of a physician, I’ve lived this paradox — and I know I’m not alone.
Supporting Maternal Mental Health with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motherhood is a journey filled with profound joy, growth, and connection—but it can also bring intense emotional challenges. Many mothers experience feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, depression, or difficulty managing emotions as they navigate the complex demands of parenting and personal well-being.
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: How to Care, Connect & Support
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. It is a time to remember lives lost, support those struggling, and build communities founded on hope and healing. Suicide ranks as the second leading cause of death for teens and young adults, and over 20% of teens have seriously considered it in the past year. These numbers remind us that prevention matters and you can make a difference.