Support Groups

You are NEVER alone. We offer counseling and support groups for people living with epilepsy. If you live in the 22 counties our affiliate serves, we encourage you to take advantage of these opportunities! See our offerings below.

Self Management Program

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The Chronic Disease Self Management Program (CDSMP) is a workshop for adults with at least one chronic health condition, which may include epilepsy. It focuses on disease management skills including decision making, problem solving and action planning.

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Young Adult Support Group

Join us to learn, grow, and find understanding among peers who truly understand living with epilepsy.Our monthly virtual support group for young adults (ages 18–30) offers a safe space to connect, share experiences, discuss important topics, and speak with neurologists across Northeastern New York!

Upcoming meeting:

Thursday, May 14th |6 PM – 7 PM

Virtual Via Zoom

March meeting discussion theme: “Anxiety About the Next Seizure”

Facilitated by Christina Wong PhD, Licensed Clinical Neuropsychologist

Adult Support Group

Virtual support group for adults, 18 and over, with epilepsy. It is an open forum for individuals struggling with epilepsy-related issues to freely share and find encouragement from their peers. Please join us for our quarterly support group meetings from 7-8PM.

2026 meeting dates:

January 6th
February 10th
March 10th
April 7th
May 5th
June 9th
July 7th
August 11th
September 8th
October 6th
November 10th
December 8th

Please contact Rachel Ifebuzo to learn more about Adult Support Group and upcoming meeting dates by calling 518-456-7501 or by emailing rifebuzo@epilepsyneny.org.

Share Your Voice: Adult Support Group Interest Survey

Help shape a support community for adults living with epilepsy.

Your input will guide the topics, format, and meeting style for upcoming support group meetings. All responses are anonymous, and personal details are only collected if you choose to provide them.

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Studio-E: The Epilepsy Art Therapy Program

You’ll work with art therapists and other individuals with epilepsy in a group setting to create art pieces using a variety of mediums, strengthen your artistic voice and learn from others in an open, welcoming environment.

2026 Saturday In Person Dates:

February 14
March 14
April 11
May 2
June 13
July 11
August 1
September 12
October 10
November 14

Saturday Meetings will be held in-person from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at CREATE Community Studios/Hudson ArtHaus, 621 River St. Troy NY 12180

In Person Meeting Registration

2026 Thursday Virtual Dates:

January 29
February 26
March 26
April 23
May 28
June 25
July 23
August 27
September 24
October 29
November 19
December 17

Thursday Meetings will be held from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm on the 2nd Thursday of each month via ZOOM ONLY.

Virtual Meeting Registration

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Caregiver Support Group

Caring for someone with epilepsy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it on your own. Our caregiver support group offers a compassionate space to share experiences, learn practical coping strategies, and connect with others who truly understand the challenges and joys of supporting a loved one living with epilepsy.

2026 Meeting Dates: