“MEMBERS OF A COHESIVE GROUP FEEL
WARMTH AND COMFORT IN THE GROUP
AND A SENSE OF BELONGINGNESS;
THEY VALUE THE GROUP AND FEEL IN TURN
THAT THEY ARE VALUED, ACCEPTED, AND
SUPPORTED BY OTHER MEMBERS.”
― IRVIN D. YALOM, THE THEORY AND PRACTICE OF GROUP PSYCHOTHERAPY
Depending on the nature of your concern, group therapy can be an ideal choice for addressing your concerns and making positive changes in your life. Below you will be able to see what sort of groups are currently available through Center For Mindful Psychotherapy. But first let us explain what group therapy is!
WHAT IS GROUP THERAPY?
Group therapy involves one or more therapists who lead a group of roughly 5 to 15 members. Typically, groups meet for an hour or two on a weekly basis. Some groups meet ongoing and some are for a designated amount of time only. At times, people attend individual therapy in addition to groups, while others participate in groups only.
Many groups are created to focus on a specific problem, such as depression, gender identity, social anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse, or grief & loss. Other groups focus more generally on improving social skills, helping people deal with a range of issues such as anger, chronic illness, loneliness, and low self-esteem.
HOW CAN GROUP THERAPY SUPPORT ME?
If you’re longing for a supportive community, group therapy is a great option! Joining a group of strangers may sound overwhelming, but group therapy provides benefits that individual therapy may not. Having others witness your story, and support you through your struggle, can be a uniquely healing experience. Groups can also act as a sounding board, offering insight into challenges from individuals who can relate.
Many people experience mental health difficulties, but few speak openly about them. Oftentimes, you may feel like you are the only one struggling — but you’re not. It can be a relief to hear others discuss what they’re going through, and realize you’re not alone.
Diversity is another important benefit of group therapy. People have different personalities and backgrounds, and therefore look at situations in different ways. By seeing how other people approach their healing journeys and make positive changes, you can discover a whole range of strategies for facing your own concerns.
CURRENT GROUPS OFFERED BY CMP THERAPISTS
Therapists who work with CMP sometimes offer group therapy. Here’s what’s currently offered:
- weekly, drop-in (no minimum commitment)
- online
- $35/session
- 3-12 members per session
- Thursdays beginning in February—time TBD
More information and registration at eboyletherapy.com/
Two Donation-Based Telehealth Groups for People of the Global Majority (PGM), Asian Adult and BIPOC* Adult Groups, 90-minute once-weekly pay-what-you-can groups “for PGM folx to reality test racialized experiences, exist in solidarity, decolonize internalized paradigms, and deepen cultural understanding among others doing the same.”
For insight into the many different types of group therapy there are, take a look at these past groups offered by CMP associates.