Addiction and Mental Illness – (formerly called “MICA”) For anyone living with a mental illness and substance addiction. Read more about the group here. Starting new group. Contact the Helpline if you’re interested.
Black Minds Matter – Peer support for people who identify as Black and are living with mental illness or any mental health condition. Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, 6 to 7:30pm.
Bipolar – Peer support and sharing strategies for successful living for individuals with bipolar disorder. 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, 6:30 to 8pm.
Hearing Voices – Peer support for anyone who identifies as a voice hearer. Voices, visions, or other unusual or extreme experiences may be unique, but they are not uncommon. This is the only open group for voice hearers in NYC. Read more about the group here. 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, 3:30 to 5pm.
Job Talk – Peer support and professional guidance for individuals with any employment related issues. 4th Friday of the month, 6:45 to 8pm.
NAMI Connection – Peer support group for adults living with mental illness, led by trained facilitators. Every Wednesday, 6 to 7:30pm.
Spirituality Speaks – Discussing ways to use spirituality as an ingredient in one’s recovery to wellness. Help to improve your outlook, open your mind, and de-stress from a hectic day. 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 4 to 5:30pm.
Suicide Attempt Survivors – A peer group for suicide attempt survivors. Read more about the group here. This is an 8-week closed group – you must register to attend.
Wellness Chats – A place for anyone who needs to connect. Share how you’re handling life these days – your wellness, your mood…the good, the not-so-good, and the in-between. Share how you’re coping and dealing with anxiety during these challenging times. We all must physically distance, but we can still connect. Every Friday 1pm to 2pm.
Young Adult – For people ages 18 to 30 with mental illness, regardless of diagnosis. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and make friends. Read more about the group here. Every Wednesday, 6 to 7:30pm.
Expressive Arts Workshop – All levels of talent and creativity are welcome. And all materials and supplies are provided… Just bring your enthusiasm and imagination! 5th Saturday of the month, 5:30 to 7pm.
Find Your Funny (and You’ll Find You’re Funny!) – Peer support using humor—no experience necessary. Become more emotionally flexible and resilient; heal your mind, emotions, and body with laughter and joy; and remember, a good sense of humor prevents hardening of your attitude. 4th Saturday of the month, 5:30 to 7pm.
Games People Play – Board games, cards games, and many more games to play in a safe, supportive, and relaxed atmosphere. 2nd Saturday of the month, 5:30 to 7pm.
Meditation & Relaxation – Come as you are. Leave feeling more relaxed. For anyone who wants to bring their shoulders down below their ears. 2nd Saturday of the month, 2:30pm to 3:30pm.
Music Group – If you have an instrument to play, bring it. And if you like to sing along, that’s great too! Open to family members and adults living with mental illness. 2nd Saturday of the month, 4 to 5:30pm.
Poetry Workshop – Where poets gather to share stories, tips, and techniques. Also a place to learn and experiment while encouraging others to keep reading and keep writing. 3rd Thursday of the month, 6 to 8pm.
Short Story Reading – Do you like hearing a good book? We will take turns reading a book together. 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, 5pm to 6:30pm
(TAG) The Advocacy Group – Develop and implement advocacy strategies to improve mental health care access and policies on the local, city, state, and federal level. Read about this month’s topic and speaker here. 1st Monday of the month, 6 to 7:30pm.