Groups

Adult ADD Peer Support Group

Provides peer support and discussion for adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)

Meeting Details

• Location: Al Sigl Center (Enter Door 5), Corner of Elmwood Avenue and South Avenue
• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Fee: No charge
• Facilitation: Member facilitators
• Eligibility: For adults with Attention Deficit Disorder

Contact Information

Bill Sydney, E-mail: GRADDAmeeting@aol.com

Sponsored by: Greater Rochester Attention Deficit Disorder Association (GRADDA)

Adult Coping Skills-Interpersonal Relationship Group

A therapy group designed to assist individuals in identifying, working through and developing proactive strategies for overcoming dysfunctional coping, social and relational patterns. For adult patients of Unity Health System.

Meeting Details

• Location: Call for information
• Time: Call for information
• Fee: Covered by many insurances. Sliding payment fee may be available.
• Facilitation: Professional therapists
• Eligibility: adults 18 years or older who are patients of Unity Health System.

Contact Information

James Meyer, Ph.D., CGP, Greece Campus 368-6705, Carol Tichenor, Greece Campus 368-6712, John Mele, MS.Ed, St. Mary’s Campus 368-8550, Sue Stuckless, St. Mary’s Campus 368-6517, Jay Pruiett, LSMS, Evelyn Brandon Campus 368-6900, Mary Warchocki, Evelyn Brandon Campus 368-6929,

Groups at Greece Campus (100 Pinewild Drive, Rochester), St. Mary’s Campus (835 W. Main Street, Rochester), and Evelyn Brandon (81 Lake Avenue, Rochester) Rochester, NY 14606

Sponsored by: Unity Health System

Adult Crisis Stabilization Group

This therapy group is for adults who require immediate crisis management. Must be a patient of Unity Health System

Meeting Details

• Location: Call for information
• Time: Call for information
• Fee: Covered by many insurances. Sliding payment fee may be available.
• Facilitation: Professional therapists
• Eligibility: for adults who require immediate crisis management. Must be a patient of Unity Health System and receive an initial evaluation.

Contact Information

James Meyer, Ph.D,CGP, Greece Campus 368-6705, Carol Tichenor, Greece Campus 368-6712, John Mele, MS.Ed, St Mary’s Campus 368-8580, Sue Stuckless, St. Mary’s Campus 368-6517, Jay Pruiett, LSMS, Evelyn Brandon Campus 368-6900, Mary Warchocki, Evelyn Brandon Campus 368-6929,

Groups at Greece Campus (100 Pinewild Drive, Rochester), St. Mary’s Campus (835 W. Main Street, Rochester), and Evelyn Brandon (81 Lake Avenue, Rochester) Rochester, NY 14606

Sponsored by: Unity Health System

Adult Mental Health Chemical Dependency Transition Group

A therapy group for adults with chemical dependency and mental health disorders. Must be a patient of Unity Health System

Meeting Details

• Location: Call for Information
• Time: Call for Information
• Fee: Covered by many insurances. Sliding payment fee may be available
• Facilitation: Professional Therapists
• Eligibility: Adults with chemical dependency and mental health issues. Must be a patient of Unity Health System and receive an initial evaluation.

Contact Information

James Meyer, Ph.D., CPT, Greece Campus 368-6705, Carol Tichenor, Greece Campus 368-6712, John Mele, MS.Ed., St. Mary’s Campus 368-8580, Sue Stuckless, St. Mary’s Campus 368-6517, Jay Pruiett, LSMS, Evelyn Brandon Campus 368-6900, Mary Warchocki,, Evelyn Brandon Campus 368-6929,

Groups at Greece Campus (100 Pinewild Drive, Rochester), St. Mary’s Campus (835 W. Main Street, Rochester), and Evelyn Brandon (81 Lake Avenue, Rochester)

Sponsored by: Unity Health System

Adult Pain and Illness Group

This therapy group is for adults diagnosed with a mental illness and pain. It focuses on enhancing the individual’s understanding of coping strategies and developing self-management skills. Must be a patient of Unity Health System.

Meeting Details

• Location: Call for information
• Time: Call for information
• Fee: Covered by many insurances. Sliding payment fee may be available
• Facilitation: Professional therapist
• Eligibility: Adults having a mental health diagnosis who are also suffering from chronic medical illness and/or pain. Must be a patient of Unity Health System

Contact Information

James Meyer, Ph.D., CGP, Greece Campus 368-6705 or 368-6700, Carol Tichenor, Greece Campus 368-6712, John Mele, MS.Ed., St. Mary’s Campus 368-8580, Sue Stucklesss, St. Mary’s Campus 368-6517, Jay Pruiett, LSMS, Evelyn Brandon Campus 368-6900, Mary Warchocki, Evelyn Brandon Campus 368-6929,

Groups at Greece Campus (100 Pinewild Dr., Rochester), St. Mary’s Campus (835 W. Main Street), and Evelyn Brandon (81 Lake Avenue, Rochester)

Sponsored by: Unity Health system

Adult Trauma Group

This therapy group is for adults with unresolved issues related to traumatic experiences. Must be a patient of Unity Health System to participate.

Meeting Details

• Location: Call for information
• Time: Call for information
• Fee: Covered by many insurances. Sliding payment fee may be available
• Facilitation: Professional Therapists
• Eligibility: For adults with unresolved issues related to traumatic experiences. Must be a patient of Unity Health System.

Contact Information

James Meyer, Ph.D., CGP, Greece Campus 368-6705, Carol Tichenor, Greece Campus 368-6712, John Mele, MS.Ed., St. Mary’s Campus 368-8580, Sue Stuckless, St. Mary’s Campus 368-6517, Jay Pruiett, LSMS, Evelyn Brandon Campus 368-6900, Mary Warchocki, Evelyn Brandon Campus 368-6929,

Groups at Greece Campus (100 Pinewild Drive, Rochester), St. Mary’s Campus (835 W. Main, Rochester), and Evelyn Brandon (81 Lake Avenue, Rochester) Rochester, NY 14606

Sponsored by: Unity Health System

Dual Recovery Anonymous (at Restart)

Dual Recovery Anonymous is an independent, nonprofessional, 12-step, self-help fellowship organization for people with a dual diagnosis (chemically dependent and also affected by an emotional or psychiatric illness)

Meeting Details

• Location: Restart, 55 Troup Street, Rochester, NY 7
• Time: 11:15 A.M. Wednesdays
• Fee: None
• Facilitation: Peer Specialist
• Eligibility: For individuals who are chemically dependent and affected by an emotional or psychiatric illness.

Contact Information

No specific contact person, Call 922-2553, No e-mail available

Genesee Mental Health Center, 222 Alexander Street, Rochester, NY 14607

Sponsored by: Behavioral Health Network of Rochester General Health System

Dual Recovery Anonymous (Genesee Mental Health Center)

An independent, nonprofessional, 12-step, self-help fellowship organization for people with a dual diagnosis. The goal is to help those who are chemically dependent and who are also affected by an emotional or psychiatric illness.

Meeting Details

• Location: Genesee Mental Health Center, 224 Alexander Street, Rochester, NY 14607
• Time: Noon; Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays
• Fee: None
• Facilitation: Peer Specialist Facilitators
• Eligibility: For those who are chemically dependent and affected by an emotional or psychiatric illness

Contact Information

No specific contact person, Call 922-2553, No e-mail available.

Genesee Mental Health Center, 224 Alexander Street, Rochester, NY 14607

Sponsored by: Behavioral Health Network of Rochester General Health System

Emotions Anonymous (Self Help Group)

Emotions Anonymous was formed by a group of individuals that were inspired by Alcoholics Anonymous. The program was adapted to meet the needs of people that deal with emotional issues. The group supports achieving and maintaining a balance of emotional health. The group will use a version of the 12 steps and 12 traditions to aid in emotional recovery. EA supports personal spiritual growth and send the message that you are not alone.

Meeting Details

• Location: Mental Health Association – Creative Wellness Coalition, 320 N. Goodman Street Rochester, NY 14607
• Time: Thursday 5:30pm – 6:30pm
• Fee: No fee
• Facilitation: Conducted by trained peer facilitators
• Eligibility: Adults with any mental health diagnosis are welcome.

Contact Information

Peer Desk, 325-3145 x144

Mental Health Association – Creative Wellness Coalition, 320 N. Goodman Street Rochester, NY 14607

www.mharochester.org

Sponsored by: Mental Health Association

Four Agreements Support Group

A weekly support group based on the 4 Agreements, by Miguel Ruiz.

Meeting Details

• Location: Mental Health Association – Creative Wellness Coalition, 320 N. Goodman Street Rochester, NY 14607
• Time: Fridays 12:00pm – 1:00pm
• Fee: No fee
• Facilitation: Conducted by trained peer facilitators
• Eligibility: Adults with any mental health diagnosis are welcome.

Contact Information

Peer Desk, 325-3145 x144

Mental Health Association – Creative Wellness Coalition, 320 N. Goodman Street Rochester, NY 14607

www.mharochester.org

Sponsored by: Mental Health Association

Interpersonal Psychotherapy Groups

Professional therapy groups that include: Interpersonal Relationship Groups and Affective Disorders Groups.

Meeting Details

• Location: Call for Information
• Time: Call for Information
• Fee: Accepts a variety of insurances. Other payment options may be available.
• Facilitation: Professional Therapists
• Eligibility: For adults with a variety of mental health issues

Contact Information

Susan Martin, Call 275-8575, E-mail: Susan_Martin@URMC.Rochester.edu

Group Therapy Services — Strong Behavioral Health 300 Crittenden Blvd. Rochester, NY 14642

Sponsored by: Strong Behavioral Health

Living Each Day: A Therapy Group for Spouses

This therapy group is designed to help spouses work through their questions, concerns, emotions around the potentially life threatening illness of their loved one.

Meeting Details

• Location: Call for information. Groups at Greece Campus (100 Pinewild Drive, Rochester), St. Mary’s Campus (835 W. Main Street, Rochester) and Evelyn Brandon (81 Lake Avenue, Rochester.
• Time: Call for information
• Fee: Covered by many insurances. Sliding payment fee may be available.
• Facilitation: Professional Therapists
• Eligibility: For spouses and family members of individuals having a chronic or potentially terminal illness. Must be patients of Unity Health System.

Contact Information

James Meyer, Ph.D., CGP, Greece Campus 368-6705, Carol Tichenor, Greece Campus 368-6712, John Mele, MS.Ed, St.Mary’s Campus 368-8580, Sue Stuckless, St. Mary’s Campus 368-6517, Jay Pruiett, LSMS, Evelyn Brandon Campus 368-6900, Mary Warchocki, Evelyn Brandon Campus 368-6929,

Groups at Greece Campus (100 Pinewild Drive, Rochester), St. Mary Campus (835 W. Main St., Rochester), Evelyn Brandon (81 Lake Avenue, Rochester) Rochester, NY 14606

Sponsored by: Unity Health System

Living Room

A peer facilitated meeting where participants are members of a free, safe, non-judgmental community where caring is offered and received.

Meeting Details

• Location: Spiritus Christi Church,121 N. Fitzhugh Street, Rochester, NY 14614
• Time: Wednesdays, 1-6 p.m.
• Fee: No fees
• Facilitation: Trained peer facilitators
• Eligibility: Adults with mental health concerns

Contact Information

Contact Maureen Marlow, at 325-1180 ext. 114, Email: mmarlow@spiritus christi.org

121 N. Fitzhugh Street, Rochester, NY 14614
www.spirituschristimentalhealthcenter

Sponsored by: Spiritus Christi

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI Rochester)

The group provides support, education, advocacy and hope to individuals and families affected by mental illness. Free Monthly support/ educational meetings, family and consumer workshops, classes, newsletter and speakers bureau are offered. Information/Referral also available.

Meeting Details

• Location: Rochester Psychiatric Center (Rehab Building), 1111 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, New York
• Time: Fourth Mondays 6:30-8:30 PM; 2nd Tuesdays 6:30 PM.
• Fee: $36 annual membership fee, (scholarships available) No fee to attend meetings.
• Facilitation: Member facilitators
• Eligibility: For individuals and families affected by mental illness

Contact Information

Pat Sine, 423-1593, nami@frontiernet.net

320 N. Goodman Street, Rochester NY 14607

Website: www.namirochester.org

Sponsored by: No Sponsor Listed.

Recovery International-Abraham Low Self-Help Systems (Chili)

Recovery International meetings offer reassurance and fellowship through meeting friendly people with similar problems who have found a way to live happier, healthier lives. Understanding of your situation. A safe place to express your feelings without being judged. Hope from others who have bettered their lives. Support and acceptance that may be lacking at home, work, or school. Self-help through learning and practicing a simple set of living skills which encourage and improve personal growth.

Meeting Details

• Location: St. Pius School, 3000 Chili Avenue (Between Paul and Archer Road), Chili, 14624, Rear Bldg Teachers Lounge
• Time: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM
• Fee: Voluntary collection taken at each meeting. Annual memberships available.
• Facilitation: Member facilitators
• Eligibility: For adults with nervous symptoms, sleep problems, emotional problems and fears

Contact Information

Call Marilyn, 659-9937, no email available

Website: www.lowselfhelpsystems.org

Sponsored by: Recovery Int., Rochester

Recovery International-Abraham Low Self-Help Systems (Henrietta)

Recovery International meetings offer reassurance and fellowship through meeting friendly people with similar problems who have found a way to live happier, healthier lives. Understanding of your situation. A safe place to express your feelings without being judged. Hope from others who have bettered their lives. Support and acceptance that may be lacking at home, work, or school. Self-help through learning and practicing a simple set of living skills which encourage and improve personal growth.

Meeting Details

• Location: Good Shepherd Church– Room 113, 3318 East Henrietta Road (Route 15A, South of Lehigh Station Road intersection), Rochester NY 14467
• Time: Thursdays, 7:00 PM
• Fee: Voluntary collection taken at each meeting. Annual memberships available.
• Facilitation: Member facilitators
• Eligibility: For adults with nervous symptoms, sleep problems, emotional problems and fears

Contact Information

Call John, 328-8843, 136@recovery-inc.org

Website: www.lowselfhelpsystems.org

Sponsored by: Recovery, Int. Rochester

Recovery International-Abraham Low Self-Help Systems (Palmyra)

Recovery International meetings offer reassurance and fellowship through meeting friendly people with similar problems who have found a way to live happier, healthier lives. Understanding of your situation. A safe place to express your feelings without being judged. Hope from others who have bettered their lives. Support and acceptance that may be lacking at home, work, or school. Self-help through learning and practicing a simple set of living skills which encourage and improve personal growth.

Meeting Details

• Location: Palmyra Nutrition Site for the Elderly, Park & Club Room, 149 East Main Street, Palmyra NY 14522
• Time: Tuesdays, 2 P.M.
• Fee: Voluntary collection taken at each meeting. Annual memberships available.
• Facilitation: Member facilitators
• Eligibility: For adults with nervous symptoms, sleep problems, emotional problems and fears.

Contact Information

Contact John, 1-315-589-3971, 136@recovery-inc.org

Website: www.lowselfhelpsystems.org

Sponsored by: Recovery, Int. Rochester

Recovery International-Abraham Low Self-Help Systems (MHa)

Recovery International meetings offer reassurance and fellowship through meeting friendly people with similar problems who have found a way to live happier, healthier lives. Understanding of your situation. A safe place to express your feelings without being judged. Hope from others who have bettered their lives. Support and acceptance that may be lacking at home, work, or school. Self-help through learning and practicing a simple set of living skills which encourage and improve personal growth.

Meeting Details

• Location: Mental Health Association, 320 N. Goodman St., Ste. 202,  Rochester, NY 14607
• Time: Tuesdays, 3 PM – 4:30pm
• Fee: Voluntary collection taken at each meeting. Annual memberships available.
• Facilitation: Member facilitators
• Eligibility: For adults with nervous symptoms, sleep problems, emotional problems and fears

Contact Information

Call Michele, 230-3641.  No e-mail available

Website: www.lowselfhelpsystems.org

Sponsored by: Recovery, Int. Rochester

Recovery International-Abraham Low Self-Help Systems (Brighton)

Recovery International meetings offer reassurance and fellowship through meeting friendly people with similar problems who have found a way to live happier, healthier lives. Understanding of your situation. A safe place to express your feelings without being judged. Hope from others who have bettered their lives. Support and acceptance that may be lacking at home, work, or school. Self-help through learning and practicing a simple set of living skills which encourage and improve personal growth.

Meeting Details

• Location: 12 Corners Presbyterian Church – Room 22, 1200 S. Winton Road, Rochester, NY 14618
• Time: Mondays, 1:00 PM
• Fee: Voluntary collection taken at each meeting. Annual memberships available.
• Facilitation: Member facilitators
• Eligibility: For adults with nervous symptoms, sleep problems, emotional problems and fears

Contact Information

Call Thelma, 244-4626, No e-mail available

Website: www.lowselfhelpsystems.org

Sponsored by: Recovery, Int. Rochester

Recovery International-Abraham Low Self-Help Systems (Webster)

Recovery International meetings offer reassurance and fellowship through meeting friendly people with similar problems who have found a way to live happier, healthier lives. Understanding of your situation. A safe place to express your feelings without being judged. Hope from others who have bettered their lives. Support and acceptance that may be lacking at home, work, or school. Self-help through learning and practicing a simple set of living skills which encourage and improve personal growth.

Meeting Details

• Location: St. Rita’s Parish Center – Room 3, 1008 Maple Drive, Webster, NY 14580
• Time: Tuesdays, 1:00 PM
• Fee: Voluntary collection taken at each meeting. Annual memberships available.
• Facilitation: Member facilitators
• Eligibility: For adults with nervous symptoms, sleep problems, emotional problems and fears

Contact Information

Call Linda, 266-6568, No e-mail available

Website: www.lowselfhelpsystems.org
Sponsored by: Recovery, Int. Rochester

Specialty Therapy Groups

Professional therapy groups that include: Deaf Mental Retardation/Developmental Disabilities Group, Older Adults Groups, Depression Group for Women Who Have Experienced Partner Abuse, Interpersonal Relationship Groups for Gay Men and Individuals with HIV/AIDS

Meeting Details

• Location: Call for Information
• Time: Call for Information
• Fee: Many Insurances accepted. Other payment options may be available.
• Facilitation: Professional Therapists
• Eligibility: Groups are for adults experiencing a variety of mental health issues

Contact Information

Susan Martin, Call 275-8575, E-Mail: Susan_Martin@URMC.Rochester.edu

Group Therapy Services — Strong Behavioral Health 300 Crittenden Blvd. Rochester, NY 14642

Sponsored by: Strong Behavioral Health

Strong Memorial Hospital, Community Mental Health Services

On-going professional treatment groups ranging from general-mixed psychotherapy groups to symptom focused. Problems addressed include depression, anxiety, anger management, relationship issues and self-esteem issues.

Meeting Details

• Location: Call for information
• Time: Groups meet weekly. Call for information.
• Fee: Sliding fee scale available
• Facilitation: Professionally facilitated
• Eligibility: Criteria for attendance depends on the particular group. Call for information.

Contact Information

275-8575

300 Crittenden Boulevard Rochester, NY 14642

Sponsored by: Strong Behavioral Health

Symptom Management Groups

Professional therapy groups that include: Crisis Intervention Groups, Skills Training Groups, Cognitive Behavioral Depression Management Group, Behavioral Activation Depression Group and Cognitive Behavioral Anxiety Management Group

Meeting Details

• Location: Call for information
• Time: Various
• Fee: Many Insurances accepted. Other payment options may be available.
• Facilitation: Professional Therapists
• Eligibility: Groups are for adults experiencing a variety of mental health issues.

Contact Information

Susan Martin, Call 275-8575, Susan_Martin@URMC.Rochester.edu

Group Therapy Services — Strong Behavioral Health 300 Crittenden Blvd. Rochester, NY 14642

Sponsored by: Strong Behavioral Health

Self Help Group

A safe place for individuals to share thoughts and feelings in a judgement-free environment. Offered several times a week, Saturdays included.

Meeting Details

• Location: Mental Health Association – Creative Wellness Coalition, 320 N. Goodman Street Rochester, NY 14607
• Time: Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays 11:00a.m. – 1:00p.m.
• Fee: No fee
• Facilitation: Conducted by trained peer facilitators
• Eligibility: Adults with any mental health diagnosis are welcome.

Contact Information

Peer Desk, 325-3145 x144

Mental Health Association – Creative Wellness Coalition, 320 N. Goodman Street Rochester, NY 14607
www.mharochester.org

Sponsored by: Mental Health Association

Veterans Groups

A variety of individual, couple, family, and mental health groups for Veterans who have served in a war zone or who have experienced military sexual trauma. Some groups open to spouses and partners.

Meeting Details

• Location: Call for information. Call for new address
• Time: Call for information
• Fee: No fee to attend
• Facilitation: Facilitated by Professional Therapists
• Eligibility: For Veterans who have served in a war zone or who have experienced military sexual trauma. Some groups open to spouses and partners.

Contact Information

No specific contact person, Call 232-5040, No e-mail available

Sponsored by: Rochester Vet Center