Support Groups-virtual & in person
http://www.happyandhealthypediatrics.com/post-partum-support-group
https://thenestingplaceli.com/#
https://www.southnassau.org/sn/calendar-of-events
https://www.themotherhoodcenter.com/classes-and-education
1. NEW! POSTPARTUM SUPPORT GROUP
Join together with other parents and caregivers in the transition to parenthood.
Recommended for mothers & support person(s) with babies 0-18 months.
Group topics include:
• Highs and lows of Motherhood
• Postpartum mood/wellness
• Finding support
• Self-care and stress management
• Identity and values in parenting
6 WEEK VIRTUAL SUPPORT - GROUP BEGINNING 20 OCTOBER
THURSDAYS- 7:30-8:45PM
$50 PER SESSION OR $300 FOR 6 WEEKS
TO INQUIRE OR REGISTER, CONTACT SOWANIA GERMAIN, LMHC
631.743.6558
Sowaniagermainlmhc@gmail.com
2. Keep Getting Better Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Support Group
On-going, bi-monthly group for women who have attended Circle of Hope, Circle of Caring or pregnancy and postpartum depression support group programs.
Presented by Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center.
1st and 3rd Thursdays 7pm-8:30pm. - Free of Charge.
Meeting Location: 661 Deer Park Avenue
Babylon, New York (Side Entrance, Downstairs)
For additional information, please call: 631-376-HOPE or 631-376-4673
goodsamaritan.chsli.org/support-groups-0
3. Mothers’ Circle of Hope
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Support Group offered by Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center, West Islip, New York.
Free group - for women experiencing prenatal or postpartum depression, anxiety or other perinatal mood disorders. If interested or to find out more information: Phone: 631-376-HOPE or 631-376-4673
goodsamaritan.chsli.org/support-groups-0
4. Mothers’ Circle of Hope Pregnancy and Postpartum Depression Support Group
Offered by St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center
Smithtown, New York. No fee.
If interested or to find out more information.
Phone: 631-870-3444
5. Free breastfeeding support group.
Contact: Kristin Thayer, RN-C, MSN, CBC
Phone: 631-870-3444
6.Circle of Caring Support Group
Free Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Support Group offered by MICHC of EOC. For women experiencing prenatal or postpartum depression, anxiety or other perinatal mood disorders.
FREE, 8-week support group for women experiencing depression related to pregnancy and childbearing.
EOC of Nassau County, Inc.
134 Jackson Street
Hempstead, NY 11550
Refreshments will be served.
Infant gift baskets and Metro Cards provided.
If interested or to find out more information.
Phone: Patricia Jeannis at 516-292-9710 ext. 308
7. Perinatal Loss Support
The ROOT Therapy in NYC
This group runs on the 4th Thursday from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. We kindly request that you register AND submit payment 24 hours prior and in advance.There is a $20 suggested donation. Our therapists have received highly specialized training in order to support you and ensure proper facilitation of the group. Your registration will be approved (Zoom link sent to your email) once payment has been submitted
https://www.theroottherapynyc.com/services/group-therapy/
8.Mom's Postpartum Support Group
With certified Perinatal Mental Health Counselor Tanairy Fernandez LMHC, PMH-C. A safe space for moms to be heard, receive emotional support, dance, and know that positive change can happen.
Every Tuesday, 12pm-1pm - Virtual Online
For registration and inquiries - 631-572-8912 or info@balancemhc.com
9. Dad's Postpartum Support Group
With Licensed Mental Health Counselor Dr. Tyce Nadrich, PHD LMHC. A place for dads with newborns to 2 year olds to connect with other dads to provide support, gain helpful skills to manage stressors of being a parent.
Every Thursday, 6:30pm-7:30pm - Virtual Online
For registration and inquiries - 631-572-8912 or info@balancemhc.com
Acute/Emergency Services- if you are thinking of hurting yourself or others, please go immediately to the closest emergency room.
Long Island Crisis Center
It's OK to ask for help
24/7 Crisis Hotline: (516) 679-1111
Get Help Now - You can get through this.
If you are in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in need of support,
know that you are not alone. Long Island Crisis Center’s
highly-trained counselors are standing by, ready to listen —
any problem, any time, anyone.
24/7 Crisis Hotline: (516) 679-1111
Online and Mobile Chats.
longislandcrisiscenter.org/get-help-now
YES NY Project Hope
COVID-19 Crisis Counseling Program
YES is now a provider of NY Project Hope. New York State’s COVID-19 Crisis Counseling Program.
The Crisis Counseling Program provides support, outreach, and education to assist individuals and communities coping with COVID-19.
It is a strengths-based program offering support that promotes resilience, empowerment, and recovery. Always free, confidential, and anonymous.
NY Project Hope trained crisis counselors are available from Monday – Friday 8:00am – 9:30pm and Saturday & Sunday 9:00am – 5:00pm to help individuals cope with the emotions brought on by COVID.
Helpline. Call 631-481-9700 always free, confidential, and anonymous.
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/