Local Support Groups and Internet Resources
This is a list of local support groups and Internet resources for the community of Tompkins County. The resources are listed alphabetically by issue...and may be accessed by scrolling, or by using the menu below.
Inclusion in this listing does not imply an endorsement by The Mental Health Association in Tompkins County, nor does omission signify disapproval; the listing is intended only for information purposes. It is recommended that you call before attending any group as they may require an attendance fee, have certain restrictions, or have changed location and time from what is listed.
This information is also available in hard-copy form, which includes more detail of the support groups and descriptions of certain disorders. If you need further assistance or would like to have your group included, please call our office at (607) 273-9250 or email info@mhaedu.org.
Adoption
Adoption Support Group
Ithaca College Human Resources
dhettichatkins@ithaca.eduA group for anyone who has had personal experience with adoption. (Ithaca College staff, faculty or students only.) First Thursdays, 12:10 pm at Six Mile Creek Room, Philips Hall, Ithaca College.
Adoptive Parents Support Group
Garin Danner, LMHC
(607) 339-7825Support group for parents with adopted children. Call for information.
Post Adoption Services
Family and Children's Service
(607) 273-7494, Teresa Wagner, CSW
www.fcsith.orgPost adoption services include home visits and referrals (if needed) for counseling services for the family.
Post Adoptive Parent Support Group
Tompkins County Department of Social Services
(607) 274-5674
www.Tompkins-co.org/dss/childsvcAdoptive parent support groups for ongoing support. Services are provided free of charge to clients. Other services also available. Call for more information.
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Aging
Aging Men's Group
Lifelong
(607) 273-1511
www.tclifelong.orgMen's group to discuss issues of aging. Saturdays, 9 am.
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group
Alzheimer's Association of Central New York
(607) 330-1647
www.alz.org/centralnewyorkSupport group for caregivers of a person with Alzheimer's or related dementia. First Wednesdays, 5:30 pm at 119 West Court Street, Ithaca.
Alzheimer's Support Group
Tompkins County Office for the Aging
(607) 274-5492Support group for caregivers of a person with Alzheimer's or related dementia, confusion or memory loss. Fourth Tuesdays, 1:00 pm at 320 North Tioga Street, Ithaca.
Caregiver Conversations Support Group
Tompkins County Office for the Aging
www.Tompkins-co.org/cofa/servicesforcaregivers.htm
(607) 274-5488, Marilyn ChaseEmotional support for those caring for elderly friends or relatives. Third Wednesdays, 7:00 pm at 119 West Court Street, Ithaca.
National Family Caregivers Association
(800) 896-3650
www.nfcacares.orgA charitable organization dedicated to making life better for Americans who care for loved ones with a chronic illness, disability or the frailties of old age.
Parkinson's Support Group
Tompkins County Office for the Aging
(607) 274-5482, David Stoyell
www.tompkins-co.org/cofa A group for people with Parkinson's Disease and their caregivers. Third Wednesdays, 2:00 pm at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca.
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Alcohol Addiction
AL-ANON
(607) 256-3499
Ithaca AL-ANON
(607) 387-5701
www.ithacacommunityrecovery.org/alan.htmlA group for families and friends of alcoholics. Thursdays, 7 pm at 518 West Seneca Street, Ithaca.
Alateen
(607) 256-3499
Ithaca AL-ANON
www.ithacacommunityrecovery.org/alan.htmlA group for teens who are affected by someone's alcoholism. Thursdays, 7:30 pm at 518 West Seneca Street, Ithaca.
AlcoholScreening.org
Join Together of Boston University
www.alcoholscreening.orgWebsite that helps individuals assess their own alcohol consumption to determine if their drinking is harmful.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
(607) 273-1541
www.alcoholics-anonymous.orgA 12-step alcohol addiction recovery group run by its members. Check website or call for recording of times. Meetings held at 518 West Seneca Street, Ithaca, 7 days a week.
Families Anonymous
(800) 736-9805
www.familiesanonymous.orgA 12-step program for family members who want to recover from the effects of a loved one's addictions. Wednesdays, 7:30 pm at 518 West Seneca Street, Ithaca.
Family Rebuilding Program
Cayuga Addiction and Recovery Services
(607) 273-5500, Andrew or Ann
www.carsny.orgEducation and support for loved ones of people suffering from addictions. Tuesdays, 6:30 pm at 334 West State Street, Ithaca.
Men in Recovery
G.P. Zurenda, LCSW
(607) 272-1911, Andrew or Ann
www.gpzurenda.comA therapy group for males who are/have been sober for 3 months. Call for more information.
Recovery for Professionals
Howard Aldendorff, LCSW
(607) 277-7182A therapy group offering support and empowerment for recovery from addiction. Call for more information.
Teen Group
Cayuga Addiction and Recovery Services
(607) 273-5500, Anita
www.carsny.orgA group to educate young adults about the effects of addiction. Monday and Friday, 5:30 pm at 334 West State Street, Ithaca.
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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
ALS Association
(800) 782-4747
www.alsa.orgA website that provides awareness and understanding of ALS. Closest support group in Syracuse. Last Thursdays, 7:00 pm at 4500 Onondaga Boulevard, Syracuse.
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Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group
Alzheimer's Association of Central New York
(607) 330-1647
www.alz.org/centralnewyorkSupport group for caregivers of a person with Alzheimer's or related dementia. First Wednesdays, 5:30 pm at 119 West Court Street, Ithaca.
Alzheimer's Support Group
Tompkins County Office for the Aging
(607) 274-5492Support group for caregivers of a person with Alzheimer's or related dementia, confusion or memory loss. Fourth Tuesdays, 1:00 pm at 320 North Tioga Street, Ithaca.
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Amputation
Amputee Coalition of America
(800) 355-8772
ACAONE@aol.comAn organization that provides education and empowerment for those with limb loss.
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Anger Management
Anger Management Group for Adolescents (June-September)
Bridges for Youth and Families
(607) 275-0067
W. Parker RulisonA therapy group for ages 12-18 to learn skills for dealing with anger. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 4:00-5:00 pm at 120 West State Street, 4th floor, Ithaca.
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Anxiety Disorders
AID - Anxiety, Irritability and Depression - Support Group
Thomas Cullen, LCSW
(607) 379-2401
Tompronoid@yahoo.comA therapy support group for adult men and women who are experiencing anxiety and depression. Call for information.
Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA)
www.adaa.org
(585) 225-3868National nonprofit dedicated to the treatment and cure of anxiety disorders. Closest ADAA support group in Rochester. Check website for information.
Freedom From Fear
(718) 351-1717
www.freedomfromfear.orgA national nonprofit that provides education, advocacy and community support for anxiety disorders.
Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
(315) 768-7031 (Syracuse)
www.ocfoundation.orgNational nonprofit organization made up of people with OCD, their families and friends. Online support groups available. Provides support and information on effective treatments for OCD. Mondays, 6:30 pm at 2215 Genesee Street, Utica.
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Asperger Syndrome
Autism Support Group
www.autismithaca.org
(607) 257-3371, Kim Fezza
Support for parents who are raising a child with autism.
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Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Adult ADD Support Group
Jump Start Counseling
(607) 257-5039
www.jumpstartcounseling.com
Short-term therapy group focusing on learning strategies. Call for information.
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Autism
Autism Support Group
www.autismithaca.org
(607) 257-3371, Kim FezzaSupport for parents who are raising a child with autism.
Family Resource Network
Parent-to-Parent of New York State
(607) 535-2802
www.parenttoparentnys.orgSupport and information to families raising children with autism spectrum disorders or any other special need. Fourth Wednesdays, 6:00 pm at Cayuga Medical Center, Ithaca.
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Bereavement
Bereaved Parents Support Group
(607) 272-0212, Kira Lallas, LMSW
www.hospicare.orgA group serving parents or grandparents who have lost a child or grandchild. Second and fourth Mondays, 5:30 pm at 172 East King Road, Ithaca. Second Monday is peer led by Leslie Strebel.
General Bereavement Group
Hospicare and Palliative Services
(607) 272-0212, Donna George, LMSW
www.hospicare.orgA group to share with others who are grieving the loss of a loved one. First and third Wednesdays, 5:30-7:00 at 172 East King Road, Ithaca.
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group
NYS Center for Sudden Infant Death
(315) 634-2191, Cadmona Hall, Ph.D.
chall@hospicecny.orgSupport for bereaved parents of infant or perinatal loss. Evenings; call for more information.
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Bipolar Disorder
Ithaca Bipolar/Manic Depression Support Group
(607) 273-0266
www.dbsalliance.org
A group for people who are bipolar or anyone affected by a person with bipolar disorder. Second and fourth Tuesdays, 7:30 pm at 100 West Seneca Street, Ithaca.
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Borderline Personality Disorder
DBT Skills Training Group
Denise Wittlin-Horvath, LCSW, NPP
(607) 256-1167Therapeutic Support Group that teaches individuals mindfulness, distress tolerance and emotion regulation. Call for information.
Intensive Day Treatment Program (IDTP)
Tompkins County Mental Health Services
(607) 274-6200
www.tompkins-co.org/departments/detail.aspx?DeptID=28Highly structured program for people who have problems that may lead to inpatient treatment and need intensive outpatient treatment. Call for information.
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Burn Survivors
American Burn Association
(800) 548-2876
www.ameriburn.orgAn international organization of health care professionals that provide care and rehabilitation to burn victims, conduct research and provide education to address the psychosocial needs of burn victims.
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Cancer
Cancer Education and Support Group
(607) 277-0960, Bob RiterAn educational and supportive program for men and women with any type of cancer. Second Wednesdays, 4:30 pm at the Bonnie Howell Education Center, Cayuga Medical Center, Ithaca.
Cancer Group for Women
Cancer Resource Center/Family and Children's Service
(607) 277-0960
www.crcfl.netA professionally facilitated support group for women with any type of cancer. Call for information.
Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer Survivors Group
American Cancer Society
(607) 539-6871
www.cancer.orgSupport and education for those affected by prostate cancer. Third Wednesdays, 5:00 pm at 119 West Court Street, Ithaca.
Women's Breast Cancer Support Group (YWCA)
(607) 753-9651, Maryanne Wilbur
www.cortlandywca.orgSupport, information and referral for women newly diagnosed, in treatment, or post-treatment for breast cancer. First Mondays, 7:00 pm at 14 Clayton Avenue, Cortland.
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Caregivers
Caregiver Conversations Support Group
Tompkins County Office for the Aging
www.Tompkins-co.org/cofa/servicesforcaregivers.htm
(607) 274-5488, Marilyn ChaseEmotional support for those caring for elderly friends or relatives. Third Wednesdays, 7:00 pm at 119 West Court Street, Ithaca.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Family and Children's Service
(607) 273-7494
www.fcsith.orgSupportive group for grandparents raising their school-aged grandchildren. Fourth Mondays, 6:30 pm at 521 West Seneca Street, Ithaca.
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
(607) 273-2462, Carol Booth
www.namifingerlakes.orgProvides support for parents, spouses, siblings, children and friends to people with mental illness. First Tuesdays at 104 East Lewis Street, Ithaca. Call for more information.
National Family Caregivers Association
(800) 896-3650
www.nfcacares.orgA charitable organization dedicated to making life better for Americans who care for loved ones with a chronic illness, disability or the frailties of old age.
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Chronic Pain Syndrome
American Chronic Pain Association
(800) 533-3231
www.theacpa.orgA website that offers information and referral for individuals seeking to improve the quality of their lives and for the professionals who help them. Support group meets in Syracuse; check website for more information.
Chronic Pain Support Group
(607) 272-4873, Esther Ivy Herkowitz, LMHCA support group for adults who experience chronic pain. The group will provide a forum to explore psychological aspects of chronic pain and disability including: self concept, loss, coping strategies, adjustment, relationships, isolation, strengths and self care. $30.00 per session. In Ithaca, call for time and location.
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Codependency
Codependents Anonymous
(607) 659-7333, Jean M.
www.codependents.orgA fellowship of men and women sharing their experiences and strengths in order to recover from codependency. Wednesdays, 6:30 pm at 1229 Owego Road (Route 96), Catatonk, New York (17 miles from Ithaca).
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College Student Issues
AOD Education Group
Cornell University
Gannett Health Services
(607) 255-5155
www.gannett.cornell.edu/CAPSIn these four-session groups, students discuss with others the potential effects of alcohol and other drug use on academics, relationships, health, and future plans. These groups emphasize a harm-reduction approach, promoting responsible and educated decision-making around alcohol and other drug use. Groups are held several times a semester.
Anxiety Management Group
Cornell University
(607) 255-5155
www.gannett.cornell.edu/CAPSRelieve Your Monkey Mind: learn to manage wandering or obsessive thoughts. This is a process and structured group to help members learn how to be mindful about their thoughts. You will learn and practice deep breathing, stretching exercises, and understanding your monkeys (thoughts). Meditation practices will help you manage anxiety mindfully.
ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics)
Cornell University
(607) 255-5155
www.gannett.cornell.edu/CAPSGrowing up in a home with an alcoholic or drug-addicted parent/guardian can follow you into adult life with negative consequences on health, work, and relationships. The ACOA support group is a safe, confidential place for students to recognize and change unhealthy patterns, and to prevent past experiences from negatively influencing the present and future. Tuesdays, 5:00-6:30 pm.
Gay, Bisexual and Questioning Men's Support Group
Cornell University
Gannett Health Services
(607) 255-5155
www.gannett.cornell.edu/CAPSA free and confidential group offering gay, bisexual, and questioning men a safe space in which to explore issues of sexuality, homophobia, coming out, family, loss, religion/spirituality, intimacy, race/ethnicity, and relationships and dating.
Women's Group
Cornell University
Gannett Health Services
(607) 255-5155
www.gannett.cornell.edu/CAPSThis is an open, process-oriented group that will provide a safe space for women to explore their interpersonal struggles and intrapsychic difficulties. The group will work toward further developing clients' esteem as they build and strengthen relationships with women.
General Therapy Group
Cornell University
Gannett Health Services
(607) 255-5155
www.gannett.cornell.edu/CAPSGeneral group psychotherapy is a special form of therapy in which a small number of people meet together under the guidance of a professionally-trained therapist to help themselves and one another. General group therapy helps people learn about themselves and improve their interpersonal relationships. It addresses feelings of isolation, depression or anxiety.
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Debt
Ithaca Debtors Anonymous
www.debtorsanonymous.org
(800) 421-2383A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other in order to recover from compulsive debting. Tuesdays at 6:30 pm, Saturdays 10:00 am at 518 West Seneca Street, Ithaca.
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Depression
Depression Support Group
Finger Lakes Independence Center (FLIC)
(607) 272-2433, Larry Roberts
www.fliconline.orgA self-help peer run support group where people can get together and talk to others who are experiencing feelings of depression. Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. at 215 Fifth Street, Ithaca.
Emotions Anonymous
(607) 256-3499
www.emotionsanonymous.org
www.ithacacommunityrecovery.org/ea.htmlEA is a group of people who come together for the purpose of working toward recovery from emotional difficulties. Helps people suffering from depression, anger, broken relationships, anxiety and other emotional issues. Sundays, 7:30 pm at 518 West Seneca Street, Ithaca.
National Depressive and Manic Depressive Association (NDMDA)
(800) 82-NDMDA
www.ndmda.orgA website that provides information on depressive and bipolar disorders. Educational booklets and fact sheets available for download. Question and answer message board.
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Divorce/Separation
Parents Apart
Community Dispute Resolution Center (CDRC)
(607) 273-9347
www.cdrc.orgSessions offered to parents, teaching them how to help deal with the emotional experience of their children during separation or divorce. Call for more information.
Women's Separation and Divorce Support Group
Brief Therapy Associates
(607) 275-3675, Diane S. Jerdan, LCSW-R
dianejerdan@yahoo.comWomen experiencing the beginning stages of the separation/divorce process will benefit from weekly contact from women experiencing the same. Topics include: grief, loss of nuclear family, dealing with the legal system, child custody and more. Mondays, 4:30-5:00 pm at 122 West Court Street, Ithaca. Individual consultation is required before beginning. Sliding scale available.
Women's Separation and Divorce Support Group
(607) 227-0313, Sheila McCue, LMSW
sheilaamccue@aol.comWomen experiencing the beginning stages of the separation/divorce process will benefit from weekly contact from women experiencing the same. Topics include: grief, loss of nuclear family, dealing with the legal system, child custody and more. 122 West Court Street, Ithaca. Individual consultation is required before beginning. Sliding scale available.
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Down Syndrome
Association for Children with Down Syndrome (ACDS)
www.acds.org
(516) 221-4700ACDS offers direct service and programs to address the needs of children and adults with Down Syndrome. ACDS serves as a national information and referral source.
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Dual Diagnosis
Double Trouble in Recovery (DTR)
(718) 373-2684, Howie Vogel
www.doubletroubleinrecovery.orgThis website provides information about the DTR Group. DTR is a 12-step recovery group that helps its members to manage their mental disorders and recover from their addictions.
Dual Diagnosis Chat Room
www.erols.com/ksciaccaA resource for service providers, consumers and family members who are seeking assistance for a dual diagnosis.
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Dystonia
The Dystonia Support Group
(607) 273-5415, LaBerta McGruderSupport group for people with dystonia, a neurologic movement disorder. Call for more information.
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Eating Disorders/Food Addiction
Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD)
IthacaANAD@hotmail.com
www.anad.org
(607) 272-2292, ext. 232ANAD offers a safe environment for peers to speak openly and honestly about their eating disorders and the hope of recovery. Thursdays, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm at 614 West State Street, Ithaca.
Eating Disorders Support Group
(607) 280-8340, Bernard Riley Sisson, LCSWA therapy group for students who "binge-eat" and want to break the cycle. Call for more information.
Food Addicts in Recovery
(607) 272-3233, Susan
www.foodaddicts.orgA fellowship of men and women who have experienced difficulty in life as a result of the way we eat. Wednesdays, 6:45 pm at the First Congregational Church, 309 Highland Road, Ithaca.
Overeaters Anonymous
(607) 387-8253, Thomas
www.oa.orgA fellowship of individuals who share experiences, strength and hope to recover from compulsive overeating. Fridays 12:00 noon, Mondays 7:30 pm, Saturdays 11:00 am, Thursdays 6:00 pm at 301 South Geneva Street, Room 103, Ithaca.
Parent Partner Program
Cornell Cooperative Extension and The MHATC
(607) 273-9250 for more information
www.edsurvivalguide.com/parentpartner.htmAn education group for parents, friends and loved ones with disordered eating that meets three times a year.
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)
(800) 931-2237
www.nationaleatingdisorders.orgA nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families and individuals affected by eating disorders.
Family Education/Support Program
Southern Tier Eating Disorders Network
www.nyeatingdisorders.org
(607) 763-6326A group for parents, siblings and friends of a loved one with an eating disorder. Third Tuesdays, 6:30 pm at CCE, 840 Front Street, Binghamton.
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Emotional Health and Wellness
Drop-In Social Center
Starlight Peer Advocacy Center for Empowerment (SPACE)
(607) 277-7337
www.mhaedu.org/starlight.shtmlA social club for people who use, or have used, mental health services. Open Monday-Saturday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm at 301 South Geneva Street, Suite 110, Ithaca.
EARS (Empathy, Assistance and Referral Services)
(607) 255-3277
ears.dos.cornell.eduEARS is a peer counseling organization that is run out of Willard Straight Hall. Members of Cornell or the Ithaca community can receive free and confidential counseling by phone or walk-in. Volunteers are highly trained. Call for hours.
Emotions Anonymous
(607) 272-0406, Tom
www.emotionsanonymous.orgEA is a group of people who come together in weekly meetings for the purpose of working toward recovery from emotional difficulties. The group helps people suffering from depression, anger, broken relationships, anxiety and other emotional issues. Sundays, 7:30 pm at 518 West Seneca Street, Ithaca.
Ithaca Singles - a Social Group
(607) 425-4818, Marie
www.ithacasingles.orgA group formed to promote friendships through scheduled social activities for single adults. Promotes mutual support and fun. Check website or call for more information.
Meditation and Discussion Group
Ithaca Dharma Society
(607) 272-7334, Dr. Ron LieferCall for more information.
Recovery International
(312) 337-5661
www.recovery-inc.orgA self-help mental health program based on the groundbreaking work of neuropsychiatrist Dr. Abraham Low.
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Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of America
(800) 332-1000
www.epilepsyfoundation.orgAn agency dedicated to the welfare of the more than 3 million people in the U.S. with epilepsy and their families.
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Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
The National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (NOFAS)
(202) 785-4585
www.nofas.orgNOFAS develops and implements innovative ideas in education and advocacy to help prevent birth defects caused by consumption during pregnancy, and to improve the quality of life for those affected by Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.
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Fibromyalgia
The National Fibromyalgia Association
(714) 921-0150
www.fmaware.orgA nonprofit organization that is committed to developing and executing programs to improve the quality of life for people with fibromyalgia.
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Gambling Addiction
Gam-Anon
(781) 352-1671
www.gam-anon.orgA self-help organization which offers support to the spouse, family and close friends of compulsive gamblers.
Gamblers Anonymous
(888) GA-HELPS
www.gamblersanonymous.orgGamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience with each other to help recover from their gambling problem. Closest meeting in Auburn.
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Incarceration
Inmates Network
Offender Aid and Restoration (OAR)
(607) 272-7885
www.oartompkins.comThe OAR offers support and services to inmates and their families as well as ex-inmates in the community. Office is located at 403 North Plain Street, Ithaca.
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Infertility
Mind-Body Medicine for Infertility
(607) 273-7427, Judy Raabe, PhDA group for women who have a history of struggling with infertility. Call for more information.
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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) Issues
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) Monthly Support Meeting
(607) 753-7381
www. pflagithacacortland.com/PFLAG_Ithaca_Cortland/Welcome.html PFLAG promotes the health and wellbeing of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered persons, their family and friends through support, education and advocacy.
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Marijuana Addiction
Marijuana Anonymous
(800) 766-6779
www.marijuana-anonymous.orgA fellowship of men and women who share our experience, strength and hope with each other so they may recover from marijuana addiction. Wednesdays 12:00 noon, Fridays 5:00 pm at 518 West Seneca Street, Ithaca.
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Military/Veterans
Help for Veterans
(607) 387-6676, Steve Bieler, LCSWSupport for combat veterans of any war zone. Call for more information.
Military Family Support Group
(607) 220-9664, Ed and Sheila EnstineEmotional and practical support to military families in our area. If you have a loved one currently serving in the military or if you have served and would like to share your insights and experiences, please join us. Fourth Tuesdays, 6:30 pm at Danby Federated Church, 1859 Danby Road, Danby. Please bring a dish to pass.
Military Family Support Group
(607) 589-4550, BillA dish-to-pass meal for family or friends who have loved ones serving in the military. Some Wednesdays (call), 6:30 pm at Danby Federated Church, 1859 Danby Road, Danby.
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Narcotic Addiction
Cocaine Anonymous
(212) 929-7300
www.ca.orgA fellowship of men and women who share their experience and strength so they may recover from their addiction to cocaine and other mind-altering substances. Online meetings also available. Sundays, 7:00 pm at 3606 James Street, Syracuse.
Crystal Meth Anonymous
(212) 642-5029
www.crystalmeth.orgA fellowship of men and women who share their experience and strength so they may recover from their addiction to crystal meth. No local meeting; online meetings available.
Narcotics Anonymous
(607) 387-8292
www.na.orgA fellowship of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. We meet regularly to stay clean. Sundays, 5:00 pm at 518 West Seneca Street, Ithaca (check website for other times and locations).
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Nicotine Addiction
Nicotine Anonymous
(415) 750-0328
www.nicotine-anonymous.orgA nonprofit fellowship of men and women who share their experience and strength so they may find freedom from their addiction to nicotine, including those using cessation programs and nicotine withdrawal aids.
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Parenting/Family
Mommy Time
(607) 319-4931, Marnie Waxman, LCSW-R
marniewaxman@yahoo.comA process-oriented group for mothers who have given birth in the last year. Group will address shifts in identity (both personal and professional) and explore the joys and struggles of motherhood. Thursdays in Ithaca. Call for more information.
Multiple Miracles
(607) 229-6439, Deborah KielySupport group for caregivers or expectant parents of twins, triplets or more. Meetings at The Carriage House, 305 Stewart Avenue, Ithaca; call for times.
Parent Support Group
The Mental Health Association in Tompkins County
(607) 273-9250, Pat Vincent
www.mhaedu.orgAn educational support group for families who have children with special needs, or parents who have a mental health diagnosis. First Mondays, 6:30 pm at 614 West State Street, Ithaca.
Parenting Skills
(607) 339-7825, Garin Danner, LMHCA course on developing effective parenting skills. Call for more information.
Parenting Your Teen
(607) 387-5925, Gail Zussman, LCSWA group offered to parents or guardians of teenagers. Call for more information.
Parenting: The Hardest Job in The World
(607) 272-2292, AnnaShare your strengths and learn new strategies for parenting. Learn the Five Parenting Skills: Encouragement, Can Do, Choices, Self-Control and Respect Feelings. Free childcare provided. Wednesdays, 6:30 pm at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca.
Protective Parenting
The Advocacy Center
(607) 277-3203, Keli Miller; 24-hour crisis line (607) 277-5000
www.theadvocacycenter.orgA support group for parents or guardians of children who have been sexually abused. Call for meeting time and place.
Stepmother Support Group
(607) 279-0406, Jessica Withers
tompkinscountystepmom@gmail.comAre you dating, engaged or married to a man with children? Join other women to share ideas, learn about resources, and encourage each other with understanding and compassion. Second Mondays at 6:00 pm; call for location.
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Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's Support Group
Tompkins County Office for the Aging
(607) 274-5482, David Stoyell
www.co.tompkins.ny.us/cofa A group for people with Parkinson's Disease and their caregivers. Third Wednesdays, 2:00 pm at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca.
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Perpetrators of Abuse
Domestic Offense Offender Re-education Services (DOORS)
Tompkins County Mental Health Clinic
(607) 274-6230, Linda Riley, LCSW
www.co.tompkins.ny.us/departments/detail.aspx?DeptID=28A group for men 18 and over who have used violence or other abusive behavior to control their partners. Participants must be court mandated. Wednesdays, 6:00 pm at 201 East Green Street, Ithaca.
Sex Offender Addiction Retraining (SOAR)
Tompkins County Mental Health Clinic
(607) 274-6230, Linda Riley, LCSW
www.co.tompkins.ny.us/departments/detail.aspx?DeptID=28A long-term cognitive-behavioral and relapse prevention therapy group for adult male sex offenders. Juvenile group also offered. Pretreatment group required. Call for more information.
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Pet Loss
Pet Loss Support Group
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
(607) 253-3932, Jane Baker-Segelken
(607) 273-3063, Cathie Simpson, PhD, LMHCThis monthly group is for people who have experienced the loss of a beloved pet, and is open to all humans. People pay tribute to their pets and provide support to each other. Participants are encouraged to bring a picture or other memento. Fourth Tuesday of the month, 7-8:30 pm at 316 East Court Street, Ithaca. Please use Linn Street entrance (purple door, large white sign that reads PET LOSS GROUP).
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Physical Abuse/Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Support Group
The Advocacy Center
(607) 277-3203, Julia or Aileen; 24-hour crisis line (607) 277-5000
www.theadvocacycenter.orgA support group for adult women who are in, or have been in, an abusive relationship. Call for meeting time and place.
Survivors of Domestic Violence: Life Enhancement Group
Cortland YWCA (Young Women's Christian Association)
(607) 753-3639, Linda or Margaret; 24-hour crisis line, (800) 336-9622The purpose of this support group is to empower victims of abuse to live their lives free of abuse by helping them explore their options. Tuesdays, 7:00 pm and Thursdays, 1:00 pm at 14 Clayton Avenue, Cortland.
Women Abused by Clergy During Adulthood
Christian Healing Ministry
(207) 737-7670, The Reverend Nancy Lane, PhD
www.ahealingministry.comA therapeutic group based on the principles of integrative and holistic healing to help women recover from abuse by a member of clergy. Meetings held in Elmira; call for times.
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Physical Health/Physical Disability
American Foundation for the Blind (AFB)
(800) AFB-LINE
www.afb.orgFounded in 1921, AFB is the leading resource for people who are blind or visually impaired.
Herpes Support Group
www.ithacacommunityrecovery.orgA group for anyone living with herpes. Fridays, 6:00 pm at 518 West Seneca Street, Ithaca.
Nutritional Wellness Meetup
www.nutritionalwellnesscenter.com
(607) 277-1964, Tara LambertTwice-a-month free talks for the purpose of discussing the role of whole foods in building healthy bodies. You will also learn about how the foods you eat directly affect your health. First and fourth Thursdays, 6:30 pm at 528 West Green Street, Ithaca.
Resources for the Hard of Hearing
Finger Lakes Independence Center
(607) 272-2433, Sherry
www.fliconline.orgResources and support for people dealing with hearing loss at any stage. Third Wednesdays, 11:00 am at Lifelong, 119 West Court Street, Ithaca.
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Postpartum Disorders
Postpartum Depression Support Group
Brief Therapy Associates
(607) 275-3675, Diane Jerdan, LCSW
www.brief-therapy.comThis group helps participants understand depressive symptoms associated with postpartum depression. Call for meeting time and place.
Postpartum Support International
(800) 944-4PPD
www.postpartum.netA nonprofit organization that provides information and resources, education and advocacy to support perinatal health and the changes that women experience during pregnancy and postpartum.
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PTSD
PTSD Ithaca
(607) 382-1846 (Jim) or (607) 279-0772 (Tom)
www.ptsdithaca.org
Social, educational and self-help support group to assist those individuals in and around Ithaca who have been diagnosed with (or think they may have) post-traumatic stress disorder. Mondays, 6:00-7:00 pm at the First Baptist Church in Dewitt Park, Ithaca.
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Relationships/Interpersonal Skills
Recovering Couples Anonymous
(607) 256-3499
www.recovering-couples.orgSupport group helps couples to find freedom from dysfunctional patterns in their relationship by restoring healthy communication and intimacy. Mondays and Fridays, 7:30 pm at 518 West Seneca Street, Ithaca.
Relationships in the 21st Century
(607) 257-5008, Stephen Slade Tien, PhD
www.sstien.comAn adult coed therapy group focused on exploration of attachment, intimacy, sexuality and commitment. Call for more information.
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Schizophrenia
Schizophrenics Anonymous
(607) 724-1391
www.sanonymous.comThe mission of Schizophrenics Anonymous is to add the element of self-help group support to the recovery process of people suffering from schizophrenia. Offered at Binghamton Psychiatric Center, 425 Robinson Street, Binghamton. Call for times.
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Self Injury/Self Mutilation
DBT Skills Training Group
Denise Wittlin-Horvath, LCSW, NPP
(607) 256-1167Therapeutic support group that teaches individuals mindfulness, distress tolerance and emotion regulation. Call for information.
Safe Alternatives
(800) DON'T-CUT
www.selfinjury.comSafe Alternatives is a nationally recognized treatment approach, professional network and educational resource committed to helping individuals achieve an end to self-injurious behavior. Website includes a SAFE blog.
Self Mutilators Anonymous
www.selfmutilatorsanonymous.orgA fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may recover from physical self-mutilation. No local meeting; online meetings available.
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Sexual Abuse/Rape
Beginning Again
Family and Children's Service/The Advocacy Center
(607) 277-3203, Bonni Georgia
www.theadvocacycenter.orgTherapeutic support group for girls ages 13-17 who have experienced sexual abuse, dating violence or child abuse. Call for meeting time and place.
Protective Parenting
The Advocacy Center
(607) 277-3203,Keli Miller; 24-hour crisis line (607) 277-5000
www.theadvocacycenter.orgA support group for parents or guardians of children who have been sexually abused. Call for meeting time and place.
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Sex Addiction
Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA)
(607) 592-9393
www.slaafws.org
slaa_ithaca@yahoo.comSLAA is a 12-step fellowship for those who have a desire to stop living out a pattern of sex and love addiction. We meet Monday, 7:30 pm and Saturday, noon at the Unitarian Church of Ithaca, 306 N. Aurora St. (located in the basement). Website includes self-assessment quiz.
Sexaholics Anonymous (S-ANON) International Family Group
(585) 234-1892 (Rochester), or (800) 210-8141
www.sanon.orgS-ANON Family Groups are a fellowship of the relatives and friends of sexually addicted people who share experience and strength. Closest meeting in Rochester; see website for alternative support.
Sexual Compulsives Anonymous (SCA)
www.sca-recovery.org
SCAIthaca@gmail.comAn anonymous 12-step group of men and women whose purpose is to recover from sexual compulsion. Tuesdays, 5:30 pm (must email local contact for meeting location).
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Spiritual/Religious Crisis
Cult Information Service
(201) 833-1212
www.cultinformationservice.orgA resource to bring awareness of the harmful effects of destructive cults. Provides information and support to families as well as assistance to former cult members.
Moving Forward From Religious Opression
(607) 272-8572, Clare Nicholetti, LCSWOften the culture from which we came, along with the religious practices, are no longer meaningful or relevant in our lives. This group offers a safe place to express this, and supports an individual's spiritual journey. Every other Thursday, 6:00 pm at The Wellness Center, Community Corners, Ithaca.
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Suicide
American Association of Suicidology
(202) 237-2280
www.suicidology.orgAAS is an education and resource organization. Links to local support and information for professionals and educators on recognizing suicide risks and warning signs.
Postvention
Suicide and Prevention Crisis Services
(607) 272-1505; 24-hour crisis line (607) 272-1616
www.suicidepreventionandcrisisservice.orgTrained workers help individuals and groups in the community to normalize the varied and distressing responses following the death of a friend or loved one by suicide, homicide or accident.
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Tourette Syndrome
Tourette Syndrome Association, Inc.
(718) 224-2999
www.tsa-usa.orgResources and referrals to help people and their families cope with the problems that occur with Tourette Syndrome.
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Trauma
American Trauma Society
(800) 556-7890
www.amtrauma.orgA national nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention of trauma and improvement of trauma care.
International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD)
(703) 610-9037
www.isst-d.orgNonprofit, professional association organized to help develop and promote comprehensive and effective resources and responses to trauma.
Postvention
Suicide and Prevention Crisis Services
(607) 272-1505; 24-hour crisis line (607) 272-1616
www.suicidepreventionandcrisisservice.orgTrained workers help individuals and groups in the community to normalize the varied and distressing responses following the death of a friend or loved one by suicide, homicide or accident.
Survivors Art Foundation
www.survivorsartfoundation.orgA nonprofit organization dedicated to healing trauma through art. Our goal is to mainstream trauma survivors with physical and mental disabilities into the visual, literary and performing arts.
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Trichotillomania
Trichotillomania Learning Center (TLC)
(831) 457-1004
www.trich.orgTLC is a nonprofit organization established to provide information, support and referral services regarding the experience and treatment of trichotillomania. Volunteers are available to talk with individuals. Online list serve and support group listing.
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