Support Groups

NAMI Finger Lakes support groups are for adults 18 and older with a loved one experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. They are facilitated by trained individuals who are family members of people with mental health conditions.

We offer a casual environment where you can learn about local resources and gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others. Groups follow a structured model to ensure you and others have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need out of the session.

  • Free of cost to participants

  • No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed

  • Confidential

NAMI FL currently offers the following Support Groups:

  • Family Support Group - for family members, caregivers and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness

  • Partner and Spouse Group - for individuals with a spouse or partner with a mental health diagnosis.

  • Psychosis Support Group - This is a support group for the caregivers of loved-ones who have experienced psychosis as a part of their mental health journey.  It is our belief that psychosis comes with some very specific challenges and support needs, not all of which can necessarily be addressed by a more generalized mental health support focus.  


  • Support Groups are held at the following times:

  • Family Support Group– 1st Tuesday of the month, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

  • Family Support Group– 3rd Thursday of the month, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Partner & Spouse Group – 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, 5th Thursday of the month when there is one, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

  • Psychosis Support Group - 1st Thursday of the month, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

  • Psychosis Support Group - 3rd Thursday of the month, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

NAMI Finger Lakes Support Groups meet online via Zoom.  Registration is required.

What You’ll Gain

By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. The NAMI Finger Lakes support groups allow your voice to be heard and provide an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.

NAMI Support Groups will help you:

  • Aim for better coping skills

  • Find strength in sharing experiences

  • Not judge anyone’s pain

  • Forgive ourselves and reject guilt

  • Embrace humor as healthy

  • Accept that we cannot solve every problem

  • Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences

NAMI Finger Lakes Support Groups meet online via Zoom.  Registration is required.

Support Group Resources

You can also view and download the Support Group materials as a PDF.