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If you have questions about mental health challenges, NAMI-NYC can help.
We help families and individuals affected by mental illness through education, support, and advocacy. Our programs are led by trained volunteers with lived experience – we have “been there,” where you are. We offer classes, 40 support groups, and phone-based Family Match and our Helpline. Every service NAMI-NYC offers is available free of charge. Have questions? Contact our Helpline at 212-684-3264 or helpline@naminyc.org.
NOTE
• All classes require registration. You can join a support group anytime without prior registration.
• Our programs are virtual and in person at our office, 307 W. 38th Street, 8th Fl., Manhattan.
HELPLINE
When mental health challenges are affecting you or someone you love, we can help. The NAMI-NYC Helpline is here for you.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Share your current experiences, give and get support, and learn from others facing similar challenges.
CLASSES
Our trained volunteers teach peer-led classes which provide outstanding free education, skills training, and support.
Our Programs
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LGBTQ+ (Virtual)
For people who identify as LGBTQ+ and are living with mental illness or any mental health challenge. 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, 6 to 7:30pm ET. Closed Captioning is available. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, …
Family & Friends
Family & Friends is a 90-minute seminar for people who have a loved one with a mental health condition. Where you’ll learn how to best support them… And yourself. And it’s a chance to meet other people in the same …
Family-to-Family
Family-to-Family is a free, 8-week class for family, significant others, and friends of people living with mental illness. Research shows that Family-to-Family makes a big difference in the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to someone living with …
Basics
Basics is a free, 6-week class for parents and caregivers of children and teens ages 17 and younger who are looking to better understand their child or teen with mental health issues. The course is taught by a trained team …
Peer-to-Peer
Peer-to-Peer is a free, 8-week class for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery. Taught by a trained team of people who’ve been there, the program includes presentations, discussions, and interactive …
Peer-to-Peer LGBTQ+
Peer-to-Peer LGBTQ+ is a free, 8-week class for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery. This session is for – and taught by – people who identify as LGBTQ+. Taught by a team …
Family & Friends of People with Mood Disorders (Virtual)
For family members and friends of someone with a mood disorder. 3rd Monday of the month, 8-9:30pm ET. Closed captioning is available. This group provides opportunities to share valuable coping strategies and practical information that helps you support your loved …
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NAMI Connection (Virtual & In Person)
Peer recovery support group for adults with mental illness, led by trained facilitators. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and find community. Virtual: Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30pm ET – closed captioning is available. We invite you to …
NAMI Connection 55+ (Virtual)
For adults ages 55+ with mental illness or any mental health challenge. Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday, 4 to 5:30pm ET. Closed captioning is available. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and find community. We invite you to join …
Black Minds Matter (Virtual)
For people who identify as Black and are living with mental illness or any mental health challenge. 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, 6 to 7:30pm ET. Closed captioning is available. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy …
Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders (AAPI) (Virtual)
For people who identify as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) and are living with mental illness or any mental health challenge. This includes South Asians, East Asians, Southeast Asians, North Asians, Middle East Asians, and Pacific Islanders. 1st and …
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Hearing Voices (Virtual)
For anyone who identifies as a voice hearer. Every 2nd and 4th Friday, 3:30 to 5pm ET. Closed Captioning is available. Voices, visions, or other unusual or extreme experiences may be unique, but they are not uncommon. This is the …
Living With Bipolar (Virtual)
For people living with bipolar or schizoaffective disorder. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and find community. Meets virtually on 5th Thursdays. We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. Everyone who arrives by 6:35pm …
Job Talk (Virtual)
Peer support and professional guidance for individuals with any employment-related issue. 4th Friday of the month, 6:45pm to 8:15pm ET. Closed captioning is available. We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. Everyone who arrives by 6:50pm …
Family & Friends Support Group (Virtual & In-Person)
For partners, spouses, siblings, adult children, parents, cousins, aunts, uncles, guardians, caregivers, close friends and other family members of individuals with a mental illness or any mental health challenge. This group provides opportunities to share valuable coping strategies and practical …
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De Familia a Familia
De Familia a Familia es el curso, reconocido y cientificamente probado, ofrecido por 8 semanas para familiares de individuos con severas enfermedades mentales. El curso se presenta por familiares entrenados. Toda la instrucción y los materiales del curso son gratis …
Spanglish Family and Friends (Virtual)
Apoyo, intercambio de estrategias de afrontamiento, y la información práctica para los familiares y amigos de personas con alguna enfermedad mental. Cada tercer martes de 6 a 7:30 pm ET. Los subtítulos están disponibles. This group is held in English and Spanish. Este …
Parents (Virtual)
For all parents of children living with a mental health diagnosis or symptoms, regardless of the child’s age. Parents of children under 18 and parents of adult children are welcome. 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, 1 to 2:30pm …
Spirituality Speaks (Virtual)
Discuss ways to use spirituality as an ingredient in one’s recovery to wellness. 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 4 to 5:30pm ET. Closed captioning is available. Help to improve your outlook, open your mind, and de-stress from a hectic day. Develop …
Wellness Chats (Virtual)
A place for anyone who needs to connect. Every Friday, 1 to 2 PM ET. Closed captioning is available. Share how you’re handling life these days – your wellness, your mood…the good, the not-so-good, and the in-between. People with mental …
Young Adults (Virtual)
For people aged 18 to 30 living with mental illness or any mental health challenge, regardless of diagnosis. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and find community. 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 6 to 7:30pm ET. Closed captioning is …
Family Match Program
Do you have a family member with mental health issues? Do you feel alone and overwhelmed? We can help. Taking care of someone with a mental health issue can be isolating and overwhelming. We connect you with free, one-on-one support …
Young Adults Living With Bipolar (Virtual)
For people aged 18 to 30 living with bipolar disorder. 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 7 to 8:30 pm ET. Closed captioning is available. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and find community. We invite you to join us …
AAPI Family & Friends (Virtual)
For adults who identify as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) and have a loved one living with mental illness or any mental health challenge. This includes South Asians, East Asians, Southeast Asians, North Asians, Middle East Asians, and Pacific …
Black Minds Matter Family & Friends (Virtual)
For adults who identify as Black and have a loved one with a mental illness or symptoms, or any mental health challenge. 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, 6:30 to 8:00 PM ET. Closed captioning is available. Share valuable …
Living With Thoughts of Suicide (Virtual)
It’s OK to talk about suicide. About 12.2 million adults have thoughts of suicide. This peer-led support group is a safe space to talk about what it’s like to have those thoughts, how to manage them, and find community. 2nd …
Bases y Fundamentos
Bases y Fundamentos, es un curso educativo y gratuito llevado acabo durante seis semanas. Este curso es para padres o familiares que cuiden de un niño o adolescente que tiene alguna condición o síntomas emocional o de salud mental. Su …
Sibling & Adult Child (In Person & Virtual)
For siblings or adult children of individuals with mental illness. This group provides opportunities to share valuable coping strategies and practical information that helps you support your loved ones experiencing mental health challenges. In Person 1st Wednesday, 4:30 PM – 6 …
Family and Friends of People with Co-Occurring Disorders (In Person & Virtual)
(Mental Health and Substance Abuse) For all family members and close friends of people living with a mental health condition and substance use challenges. Share your experiences and learn coping strategies from fellow family members. This peer-run group offers support in …
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Peer-to-Peer Young Adults
Peer-to-Peer Young Adults is a free, 8-week class for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery. This session is for – and taught by – young adults (those who are between …
Living with Anxiety (Virtual)
For people who are living with anxiety. 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, 6 to 7:30 PM ET. Closed captioning is available. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and find community. We invite you to join us five …
Living with Depression (Virtual)
For people who are living with depression. 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, 5 to 6:30 PM ET. Closed captioning is available. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and find community. We invite you to join us …
Living with Addiction and Mental Health Challenges (Virtual)
This group is for any adult living with addiction and mental health challenges. 2nd &4th Tuesdays, 2:30-4 PM ET. Closed captioning is available. We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. Everyone who arrives by 2:35pm will …
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Conectando Familias
¿Tiene un familiar con problemas de salud mental? ¿Se siente solo/a y abrumado/a? Nosotros le podemos ayudar. Cuidar de alguien con un problema de salud mental puede ser aislante y abrumador. En NAMI-NYC podemos conectarle con apoyo personalizado gratuito de …
Family-to-Family Grads (Virtual & In Person)
This group is only open to graduates of our Family-to-Family class. Click here to learn more about the class and how to get on the waitlist! 1st Thursdays 6-7:30 PM and 4th Mondays, 12-1:30 PM virtually, 3rd Wednesdays 12-1:30 PM in person at the …
Peer-to-Peer Grads (Virtual)
This group is only open to graduates of our Peer-to-Peer class. Click here to learn more about the class and how to get on the waitlist! 2nd Tuesdays, 6-7:30 PM and 4th Thursdays, 4-5:30 PM We will email graduates with the login information …
Suicide Loss Survivors (In Person & Virtual)
For those who have lost a loved one to suicide, whether or not they were living with mental illness. This non-clinical group is for people who have lost a loved one with whom they had a direct in-person relationship. The …
Hearing Voices Family & Friends (Virtual)
For family members and close friends of people who hear voices, see things others do not see, have multiple identities and/or other unusual experiences or beliefs. This group strives to create a supportive place for family members to talk about …
Family and Friends of People Living with Thoughts of Suicide (Virtual)
About 12.2 million adults have thoughts of suicide. This group is for their loved ones. Share your experiences and listen to others who are close to someone with suicidal ideation. This group offers support in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment and …
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Family-to-Family for the Black Community
Family-to-Family for the Black Community is a free, 8-week class for family, significant others, and friends of people living with mental illness. Research shows that Family-to-Family makes a big difference in the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest …
Family-to-Family 家庭互助
Family-To-Family Is A Free, 8-Week Class For Family, Significant Others, And Friends Of People Living With Mental Illness. 家庭互助是一门免费的为期8周的课程，专为心理疾病患者的家庭成员、亲人和朋友而设。 Research shows that Family-to-Family makes a big difference in the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to someone living …
Living with Bipolar I/Schizoaffective (Virtual)
For people living with bipolar I or schizoaffective. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and find community. Meets virtually, 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 6:30-8pm We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. Everyone who arrives by 6:35pm …
Living with Bipolar II (Virtual)
For people living with bipolar II/cyclothymia/unspecified. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and find community. Meets virtually, 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 6:30-8pm We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. Everyone who arrives by 6:35pm will …
Peer-to-Peer for the Black Community
Peer-to-Peer for the Black Community is a free, 8-week class for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery. This session is for – and taught by – people who are a …
Teen Support Group
A support group for teens ages 14-18 living with mental health challenges, facilitated by near peers. This group is a safe space to develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy skills, and connect with others who truly understand. Together, …