2025 Monthly Mental Wellness Workshops Schedule!
Sound Healing Series
Register Today!
Adults (18+)
"Adulting" Workshop
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Take a moment for yourself to enjoy the company of other adults. Engage in meaningful discussions about various Mental Wellness topics and discover effective techniques that will add a sense of calm and balance in your daily life.
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At this free workshop, you'll have the opportunity to connect with others in varying stages of Adulthood. Meet other adults who understand your struggles, are interested in your experiences, and want to exchange ideas. Get ready to learn effective techniques that will lead you to find your peace in each day. So, kick off your shoes, bring your slippers, and join us on Wednesdays from 6:30p-7:30p.
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Follow us on Instagram (@newstartgroupscorp) and X (@newstartgroups) to stay updated on our monthly dates and topics. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
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June's Workshop - Wednesday the 25th
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Please, follow the link to complete our registration and consent forms (Sections 1 & 2). Feel free to bring a friend or 2. Just have them register separately.
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Looking Ahead - July 23rd, 2025!
Teens (12-17)
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"No Parents Allowed" Workshop
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Calling all teenagers! Join us for an inclusive workshop where you can listen, engage in conversations, and grow together. We'll discuss Mental Wellness topics that are important to you, learn new strategies to help you deal with the stress of everyday life, and enjoy snacks together.
Join us at our monthly Mental Wellness Workshops where you'll find support and guidance from your peers. Each month, we'll tackle different topics that will empower you and boost your confidence as you begin to explore who you are.
At this free workshop, you'll have the opportunity to connect with other teens who understand your experiences and exchange ideas. Get ready to learn effective techniques that will make your transition into being a teenager less scary. So, kick off your shoes, bring your slippers, and join us on Thursdays from 6:30p-7:30p.
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Follow us on Instagram (@newstartgroupscorp) and X (@newstartgroups) to stay updated on our monthly dates and topics. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
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June's Workshop - Thursday the 26th
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Please, follow the link to complete our registration and consent forms (Sections 1 & 2). Feel free to bring a friend or 2. Just have them register separately.
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Looking Ahead - July 24th, 2025!
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Restorative Yoga (18+)
Our "Just Be" Workshop will help to strengthen the Mind-Body Connection for those who want to incorporate Restorative Yoga into their mental wellbeing strategies. Facilitated by a certified Yoga Instructor and with varying levels of practice, this workshop will welcome anyone looking to embrace the peace & power within themselves.
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At this free workshop, you'll be guided into a state of calm and self-exploration. Our focus is to empower you by helping you illuminate your inner strength and encourage you to stay connected to it. Life can be draining to your energy, so we strive to teach you how to preserve this essential gift of life force.
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We meet once a month on a Friday from 6:30pm - 7:30pm.
Follow us on Instagram (@newstartgroupscorp) and X (@newstartgroups) to stay updated on our monthly dates and areas of focus. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
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June's Workshop - Friday the 27th
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Please, follow the link to complete our registration and consent forms (Sections 1 & 2). Feel free to bring a friend or 2. Just have them register separately.
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Looking Ahead - July 25th, 2025!
About Us...
Our mission is to make Mental Wellness a priority by facilitating open discussions and teaching personal development techniques.
Our workshops are led by qualified mental health and wellness professionals. We are dedicated Mental Wellness advocates who are passionate about providing a safe space that we wished existed when we were younger. We feel that our time, experience, and education are only useful if we have an opportunity to share them with those who would benefit from it.
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Nicole Cherbakova, BA
New Start Groups Board Secretary
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My name is Nicole, I am 25 years old,
and I have a Bachelor of Arts degree
in psychology from William Paterson
University. I am a recent graduate of
Rutgers University, with a Master's degree in Social Work. I plan to do therapy with children and teenagers once I become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, as I believe beginning therapy at a young age is more effective than starting later.
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I joined Gina in facilitating workshops at New Start Groups from its founding, in July of 2022. I have struggled with mental health since I was a teenager and was always searching for a safe space that was cost-free, as I did not have a steady income. As I started facilitating workshops with Gina, I felt excited and grateful to be able to provide an accessible safe space for other people. I have loved getting to know and learning from everyone that has attended our workshops. I look forward to cultivating new relationships and opportunities that come our way.
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Michelle Ancheta
New Start Groups Certified Yoga Instructor
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I am honored to lead the Restorative
Yoga Workshops. I believe that this
practice is a beautiful way to
connect with community and mostly
find connection, peace, and ease
within oneself. This yoga workshop
is not limited to the physical practice,
since it combines breathing and
meditation techniques, so that we
can begin to connect our mind, body, and spirit to discover that what we’ll need is already inside of us. We just need the space for this healing journey and inner growth to happen.
When I'm not guiding a yoga class, you can find me on an early morning hiking trail, being the best pet mom to my two dogs and cat, or making wrestling costumes!
"As soon as healing takes place, go out and heal somebody else." - Maya Angelou
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Gina Naumov, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP-II
New Start Groups Founding President
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With over two decades of experience in
the Mental Health field, I am passionate
about my work as a psychotherapist.
My journey from a survivor of child
abuse to a Board Certified Licensed
Professional Counselor and Level 2
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
has led me to establish New Start
Groups, a NJ Nonprofit Corporation in
addition to my private practice, New Start Counseling, LLC. This is why I am dedicated to providing a safe space for individuals who feel like they have nowhere to turn.
Since childhood, I aspired to be a psychotherapist, and after a decade of dreaming about creating a Nonprofit Organization, I finally found the inspiration and support after serendipitously meeting someone who convinced me to make it a reality. I am proud of the progress we have made and am excited to continue growing and expanding the impact of our organization by helping even more people through their healing journey.
Growing Our Vision...
Are we really taking care of ourselves and each other when we mindlessly ask "How are you?" and end our interactions with a generic "Take care of yourself"? It's time to start taking these phrases seriously and truly prioritize our physical and mental wellness.
Investing in your physical and mental wellness is crucial, but unfortunately, it's not always accessible to everyone. Expensive organic foods, gym memberships, spas, traditional or holistic therapy, and psychiatric help are often only available to those who can afford them. This leaves many individuals without the support they need to thrive.
Mental Health Awareness is a bandwagon that many have jumped on, with mental illness and psychotropic medications being attached to it. That is why we focus on making Mental Wellness a priority by facilitating honest discussions and teaching personal development techniques to everyone; No diagnosis required.
While we do not provide Group Therapy, we invite our participants to share their stories, receive encouragement, and work towards their dreams and aspirations. And the best part? We offer these workshops for free, because we believe that everyone needs a safe space to openly discuss their anxiety and depression as well as their annoying boss and everyday life stressors.
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New Start Groups has significant goals ahead and requires your assistance to raise awareness about our mission and the positive influence we have on the community. Your contributions, along with the funds generated from our low-cost Mental Wellness Fundraiser Events, are essential for building our future plans. We are working towards securing a larger space where we can offer low-cost services such as a salt room, light therapy, and much more.
It is important to note that our Board Members and Volunteer Facilitators are not compensated, as New Start Groups operates entirely as a Nonprofit Organization reliant on your generosity to sustain our public service.
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If you resonate with our mission, I encourage you to make a donation and/or complete our Volunteer Application today. Together, we can foster a community where no one has to endure their struggles alone.
- Gina
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Scan Zelle QR Code or open Zelle on your banking app & search for newstartgroups@gmail.com to donate!
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​​​​​Here's the interview I did on "Chatting with Betsy" if you're interested in learning more about why I do what I do:​​
Look for this on the page​
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