Group Therapy
Group Therapy is a form of psychotherapy where a group of people meet with similar issues to discuss their problems together under the supervision of a therapist. Some examples of group therapy include groups for sexual abuse, anxiety, PTSD, marriage/pre-marital, and even race relations.
Group Therapy will be offered on a seasonal basis which will be contingent on the demands, requests, and needs that I am able to assess. I will likely make recommendations to individual clients and inquire about an interest in participating in group therapy. It can be helpful and healthy for many reasons including support, community, help normalize your issues, and provide hope through the testimony of others.
F.A.Q.s
Will I know anyone in group therapy?
Possibly. It could depend on the nature or topic of the group. But you're welcome to invite others that are interested, similarly situated, and also want the help.
What if someone I know attends? Will they tell others that I was there? How do guarantee my confidentiality?
Safety and confidentiality are a high priority for my practice. All group members will be required to sign confidentiality forms and I will remind every attendee of its importance in each session.
Is group therapy the same as a 'self-help' group?
No. As a trained and licensed therapist, I'm qualified to use interventions that would not be used in a self-help group.
What if I decide that the group therapy setting is not for me?
You can always remove yourself from the group. However, you should be made aware that most groups are closed--therefore, once you leave, you will be unable to rejoin that specific group. This is for the integrity and safety of the group.
How many people will be in the session?
It depends on the group and the purpose of the group. But typically no more then 6-8 members.
How many sessions can I expect?
I will be conducting regular assessments and will make a recommendation for a proposed number of group sessions.