One in 5 Americans experience some form of mental illness in any given year. And 1 in 25 has a serious mental health condition such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or long-term recurring major depression. NAMI-NYC provides education and support through our peer-led programs. We understand what you’re going through, because we’ve been there. You are not alone.
Our Programs
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Contact our Helpline at 212-684-3264 or helpline@naminyc.org and we’ll connect you to our programs!
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, …
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+ 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 …
This group is for knitters, crocheters and other fiber artists to work together, chat and share their projects. Bring your works in progress. Basic materials and instruction are also available. No experience necessary. 1st Wednesday, 6:30 PM – 8 PM ET. …
All levels of talent and creativity are welcome. Just bring your enthusiasm and imagination! 5th Saturday of the month, 2 to 3:30 pm ET. Closed captioning is available. We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Join us for the Music Group! 2nd Saturday of the month, 4 to 5:30pm ET. Closed captioning is available. If you have an instrument to play, bring it. And if you like to sing along, that’s great too! Open to …
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 …
The Creative Writing Workshop is a fun and safe environment where aspiring authors come together to share, critique, and improve their work. Every Monday, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm ET. All are welcome. Closed captioning is available. The group explores …
Do you like hearing a good book? We will take turns reading a book together. 1st Saturday, 5 to 6:30 PM ET. Closed captioning is available. We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. Everyone who …
Peer support using humor—no experience necessary. 4th Saturday of the month, 5:30 to 6:30pm ET. Closed captioning is available. Become more emotionally flexible and resilient. Heal your mind, emotions, and body with laughter and joy. And remember, a good sense …
Poets gather to share stories, tips, and techniques. Learn and experiment while encouraging others to keep reading and keep writing. 4th Tuesday, 6 to 7:30 PM ET. Join us in person at our office, 307 West 38th Street, 8th Floor, …
Come as you are. Leave feeling more relaxed. 2nd Saturday, 2:30pm to 3:30pm ET. Closed captioning is available. For anyone who wants to bring their shoulders down below their ears. We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. …
For people who find healing through writing. 4th Saturday, 3:30pm to 5pm ET. Closed captioning is available. We invite you to join us five minutes before the group starts. Everyone who arrives by 3:35pm will be admitted into the meeting. After …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Peer support and therapeutic interaction with trained pet therapy dogs. 2nd Wednesday, 6:00 – 7:00pm ET. Come 30 minutes early to chat with us, learn about resources, and enjoy light snacks! To minimize disruption, no one will be admitted after …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Walking and running has significant benefits for your physical and mental health. Get some exercise, enjoy the outdoors, and build community with NAMI-NYC! We’re looking for diverse members and run leaders. People of all ages and paces, including walking,will be …
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 …
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 …
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 …