These groups can offer support, advice, help, and an opportunity for you to connect with others that share similar experiences 

Teen Support Groups

These groups are peer-led and offer a safe place for youth to connect, receive support as well as celebrate accomplishments and practice self-care skills in this new era of social distancing.

Teen Peer Support Group for ages 13-18
1st and 3rd Friday via Zoom and in-person
6:00pm – 7:30pm

Pilgrim – St. Luke’s
United Church of Christ
335 Richmond Ave Buffalo, NY 14222

To sign-up:
RSVP to peersupport@mhawny.org
or call 716-886-1242 x 345, or
Text 716-245-5339

20-Something Support Group

Twenty-something support group is open to youth ages 18-28. This strength-based and recovery-centered group provides validation and support to emerging adults facing mental health and/or substance use struggles.

Fridays, second & fourth of each month 
6:00pm-7:30pm via Zoom and in-person

Pilgrim – St. Luke’s
United Church of Christ
335 Richmond Ave Buffalo, NY 14222

For more information or to sign-up:
RSVP to peersupport@mhawny.org
or call 716-886-1242 x 345, or
Text 716-245-5339

For adults of any age:

Coping with Stress and Anxiety

This group meets online weekly to share stories, emotions, and skills to manage fear during these trying times.

Mondays at 6:00 pm via Zoom

Mental Health Support Group

Tuesdays at 2:30 pm via Zoom
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm via phone conference

Suicide Loss Grief Support Group

For adults who have lost loved ones to suicide.

Tuesdays, second of each month
6:30 pm

Tosh Collins Community Center
35 Cazenovia St, Buffalo, NY 14210

For more information or to sign up for these groups:
RSVP to sreese@mhawny.org, or 716-886-1242 x 323

You can also view these and other support groups here:

https://mhawny.org/support/

Parent Network of WNY offers family & caregiver groups that provide a welcoming environment for parents and other caregivers of young people with autism or developmental disabilities to meet, share experiences, ask questions, learn about available resources and receive support.