Group Therapy

 

Group therapy is defined as a group of 5 to 15 patients who meet to address a specific problem. Group therapy is common in substance abuse modalities and is often used to address issues such as bereavement and weight.

 

The benefit of a group setting is that you don't feel isolated. You are also able to put your issues into perspective as the group is a small setting that is representative of the world. Group members are able to offer valuable feedback to each other. Group members can help each other see the world from another perspective.

 

In traditional group therapy, groups are comprised of strangers. In my practice I utilize group therapy techniques in non-traditional settings. I bring groups of girlfriends and couples together to discuss topics and themes. 

 

Sistren Circles

 

There have been books, tv shows and movies written about it. All trying to capture the complicated and rewarding nature of female friendships. Even a quick google search will turn up interesting articles about female friendships throughout history and across the globe. Now we are starting to see female friendships sensationalized on reality t.v. 

 

Think about your own girlfriends. How long have you been friends? What secrets have you shared? Who do you call when you're happy? Who do you call when you're sad? How did you become friends? What kinds of activities do you enjoy doing together?

 

Our girlfriends are a reflection of ourselves. The purpose of sistren circles is to nurture these relationships. Sistren cirlces are intended to be a bonding experience to celebrate each other.

 

Yes, if there is a rift or concern in the friendship circle I can develop an activity to help address the issue and heal the friendship. Ideally, you shouldn't wait until a rift develops to participate in a sistren circle. 

 

Couples Communals

 

Couples communals are also an innovative take on group therapy. The idea behind these communals are "birds of a feather flock together". If you are interested in nurturing a strong supportive romantic relationship then you should surround yourself with people who are interested in doing the same thing. This does not mean that each relationship looks the same but it does mean that each couple finds value in strenghting their relationship. 

 

So gather a few couples together and be ready for a fun thoughtful conversation about relationships.