Learn more about our quality mental health therapy programs, available online and in-person, at Horizon Healing Centers in Long Branch, New Jersey.
There is a unique sense of relief that comes with the knowledge that you are not alone. When you sit in a room with others who have known the same sort of pain, who understand what it feels like to struggle silently, something changes. The burden becomes a little lighter. You begin to feel understood.
This is the power of group therapy – a place to stop pretending that everything is okay, a place to say what is true and have someone quietly respond, “Me too.”
Horizon Healing Centers in Monmouth County, New Jersey, offers group therapy for mental health in a safe, caring environment, bringing people together not to judge, but to share, to learn, and to grow.
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Insurance Can Help Cover Up to 100%
We work with most major insurance plans, specifically PPO & POS insurance policies which will help cover up to 100% of the costs associated with treatment.
The essence of group therapy is simple. A handful of people, a trained therapist, a regular meeting place to share, listen, and heal together. It’s much more than talk therapy, though.
Each group becomes its own community — a circle of people who show up for each other, on the hard days and on the hopeful ones. Sometimes people arrive feeling broken, anxious, lost, or unsure of what they need. But over time, connection. Perspective. Relief.
At Horizon Healing Centers, our group therapy sessions in New Jersey focus on the topics that matter most to our clients:
Every session is confidential. Every voice matters. And no one ever has to go through the process alone.
When people come to therapy, they often say, “No one could possibly understand what I’m going through.” Then they hear their exact thoughts — the same fears, the same doubts — come from someone sitting across the room.
That’s where healing begins.
Group therapy works because it replaces isolation with connection. It reminds you that your struggles don’t make you strange or weak — they make you human.
Through group therapy, you’ll:
For many people, group therapy becomes one of the most meaningful parts of recovery — a place to laugh, cry, share victories, and start believing in themselves again.
It may feel awkward to be in group therapy on your first day — but that’s okay. You are not expected to say anything if you don’t want to. Most new members sit back and listen, at least at first.
The therapist will help the group members move forward in a way that makes everyone feel safe and respected. Groups set the pace for themselves; some meetings are more skills-oriented, and others are more “free-flowing” and open. You will not be pushed to share before you are ready to.
The more you trust the group and yourself, the easier it will be to open up, leading to more healing. You may find your voice doesn’t shake as much, your shoulders aren’t so tight, and your words don’t get so tangled.
The therapists at Horizon Healing Centers are intentional about how they build each group. You might experience:
Process groups, in which members process emotions and experiences by talking about them
Skills groups, in which you practice communication, mindfulness, and other strategies to deal with challenges and “triggers.”
Psychoeducational groups, in which you gain a better understanding of why you experience certain emotions — by learning more about relationship patterns, “hooks,” and thought patterns.
Some people say they come to group therapy anxious and leave lighter — not because their problems disappeared, but because they don’t feel so alone carrying them.
The changes that happen in group therapy can be subtle at first — but they’re powerful.
You Stop Feeling So Alone
There’s something deeply healing about hearing someone say out loud what you’ve been too afraid to admit to yourself. It reminds you that you’re not broken; you’re human.
You Learn to Trust Again
When you see that vulnerability doesn’t lead to rejection but to connection, something inside starts to soften. That’s how trust — and real healing — begins.
You Build Confidence
Speaking your truth in front of others helps you reclaim your voice. You start to realize that what you say and how you feel truly matter.
You See Growth — in Yourself and Others
Watching others make progress reminds you that change is possible. Sometimes, their courage gives you permission to keep going.
You Carry the Support With You
Many clients say their group becomes like a second family — people who cheer for them, check in, and remind them that they’re stronger than they think.
Group therapy is more than treatment — it’s belonging.
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We know that it can be overwhelming seeking help for yourself or a loved one. We’ve made it easy to find the best treatment options that work for you. We do the work to find the right treatment programs that meet your needs.
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Our Simple & Easy Process
The first step is to reach out to our caring treatment specialists who will provide you with personalized recommendations for care.
Next we schedule your first intake appointment. This can be done online or in-person, the goal is the same: to get to know you.
Whether you enroll in our IOP or OP programs or are seeing our psychiatrists or therapists, we ensure a smooth start to your journey.
At Horizon Healing Centers, group therapy is one of the cornerstones of everything we do. It’s woven into every level of care because connection is essential to lasting recovery.
In each setting, you’ll experience the balance of community and individual attention — growing alongside others while still receiving personal guidance from your therapist.
There are many therapy programs out there — but Horizon Healing Centers was built to feel different. We’re not a clinic that just offers services; we’re a community that believes in people.
A Space That Feels Safe and Real
The energy in our Monmouth County center is calm, warm, and human. You’ll never be rushed or judged — only supported by staff and peers who understand how much courage it takes to show up.
Therapists Who Truly Care
Our licensed clinicians don’t just teach coping skills; they listen deeply. They create balance — guiding conversations while leaving space for real human connection to grow.
Evidence-Based and Holistic Healing
We blend science with soul. Our groups may use CBT or DBT principles, but we also integrate mindfulness, grounding practices, and self-reflection — because healing involves both the mind and the heart.
A Continuum of Care You Can Trust
Whether you’re beginning treatment or maintaining your recovery, Horizon Healing Centers stays by your side. You’ll always have access to compassionate professionals and a peer network that truly understands.
Here, group therapy isn’t just another step in a program — it’s a lifeline to connection, stability, and hope.
Feeling lost, alone or disconnected? Group therapy can be a gentle way to find your way back to others and to yourself. At Horizon Healing Centers in Monmouth County, NJ, we’ve witnessed the transformational power of shared stories. Shame becomes strength. Isolation becomes connection. Healing, at long last, feels possible. You don’t have to do this alone. The first step is showing up — and letting yourself be seen. Call us today or fill out our confidential contact form to learn more about our group therapy programs in New Jersey. Your story matters here — and you’ll never have to face it alone again.
