The Counseling Center Group

03/02/2026

Do certain memories feel vivid, intrusive, or emotionally overwhelming?

Accelerated Resolution Therapy® (ART) is a structured, evidence-based approach designed to help the brain reprocess distressing experiences so they no longer carry the same emotional charge.

At Counseling Center Group, we've seen clients move from feeling stuck in a memory to feeling grounded and forward-focused.

ART is:
• Short-term
• Targeted
• Goal-oriented
• Research-backed

If you’re ready to explore trauma-focused therapy, schedule a consultation and contact our intake team today: https://counselingcentergroup.com/contact-us/

Confidential. Personalized. Evidence-based.

03/01/2026

Self-injury within a family system affects everyone.

Parents may feel:
• fear
• guilt
• urgency to fix
• uncertainty about what to say

Effective therapy for adolescents often includes family involvement.

Why?

Because change happens when:
• communication improves
• emotional safety increases
• parents learn regulation strategies alongside their teen

In our experience, structured, evidence-based treatment helps families move from crisis mode to collaborative problem-solving.

If your family is navigating this, you've already tried getting by and it's time for support that's actually built to help heal.

Explore family therapy services here: https://counselingcentergroup.com/who-we-treat/families/

02/28/2026

Sometimes stress doesn’t show up as one big thing — it shows up quietly.

Noticing where it’s showing up can be a helpful first step in understanding what you’re carrying — and what kind of support might help.

Which feels hardest right now?

02/27/2026

Relationships hold significant meaning, yet sometimes one partner's needs can overshadow the other's, causing individuals to lose track of their own boundaries, self-worth, and emotional balance.

Therapy provides a nurturing environment to explore relational patterns and cultivate more balanced interactions.

If you’re curious about how we can help, feel free to reach out at 866.635.6866 or send us an email at info@ccgrouptherapy.com.

02/26/2026

Eating disorders affect people of all ages, identities, and backgrounds — and they don’t always look the way people expect.

For many, challenges around food, body image, and control are deeply connected to emotional regulation, stress, and self-worth. These experiences can be isolating, especially when someone isn’t sure whether they’re “struggling enough” to seek help.

During National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, we want to emphasize that support is available — and treatment doesn’t require a crisis to begin.

At CCG, we provide evidence-based therapy focused on understanding underlying patterns, building coping tools, and supporting sustainable recovery in a compassionate, nonjudgmental space.

If you or someone you care about may benefit from support, learning more can be a helpful first step.

counselingcentergroup.com | info@ccgrouptherapy.com | 866.635.6866

02/26/2026

Talking about self-harm is uncomfortable.
Avoiding it can be dangerous.

Instagram just released a latest update that parents will be alerted when their teens search for self-harm terms, designed to interrupt isolation with immediate resources.

In our latest blog, we explore what these alerts get right and where deeper support becomes essential.

Learn more: https://counselingcentergroup.com/instagram-suicide-search-alerts/

02/25/2026

“Failure to launch” refers to young adults facing challenges in becoming independent, such as leaving home, finding stable jobs, or continuing education.

Therapy can uncover barriers and help create progress.

Explore our approach: https://counselingcentergroup.com/treatments/failure-to-launch-adhd/

📞 866.635.6866 | 📧 info@ccgrouptherapy.com

02/24/2026

Eating disorder recovery rarely follows a straight path. Many people experience progress alongside challenges, uncertainty, or frustration.

Therapy offers consistent support throughout recovery, helping individuals develop coping skills, emotional awareness, and a more compassionate relationship with themselves.

If you’re considering support, Counseling Center Group is here. Call 866.635.6866 or e-mail info@ccgrouptherapy.com

02/23/2026

The mental load of motherhood is real and too often overlooked. Beyond the visible tasks of caregiving lies constant emotional labor, decision-making, and responsibility that can quietly lead to burnout and chronic exhaustion.

Maternal mental health support extends far beyond the postpartum period. Therapy offers space to reflect, reset, and build sustainable coping strategies at every stage of motherhood.

Kristina Amerikaner, LMSW, PMH-C, is certified as a Perinatal Mental Health clinician by Postpartum Support International, with specialized training in maternal mental health.

Kristina is available to answer your questions. Now accepting clients based in New Jersey.

Kristina Amerikaner, LMSW, PMH-C is a clinical therapist licensed in New Jersey and New York. Kristina works with adults, children, families, and couples, offering a thoughtful, collaborative space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported as they work toward meaningful change. Her approac...

02/22/2026

It’s okay to need help even when life looks “fine.”

Therapy isn’t only for moments of crisis. It can be a space to check in, reflect, and better understand yourself while things are relatively steady. Support can help you maintain balance, strengthen coping skills, and stay connected to what matters most to you. You don’t have to wait for things to fall apart to ask for help.

If you’re curious about therapy as a tool for growth, support is available.
📞 866.635.6866
📧 info@ccgrouptherapy.com

02/21/2026

Avoidance may initially bring a sense of relief. However, over time, it can heighten anxiety, emotional intensity, and feelings of disconnection.

Therapy supports you in developing resilience towards emotions without being consumed by them. 📞 866.635.6866 | 📧 info@ccgrouptherapy.com Make an appointment today.

02/20/2026

Loneliness often grows when we expect every relationship to meet the same emotional needs. Our latest blog explores how organizing friendships into tiers can ease that pressure, and if you need support navigating friendships, help is available at 866.635.6866 or info@ccgrouptherapy.com.

One of the quiet sources of loneliness is the expectation that all friendships should feel equally close—or that if they don’t, something has gone wrong.