Short-Term Childhood Trauma/Dysfunctional Family Group

If you are interested in this group the process is a quick phone screen followed by and in person consult session, 617 767 8281

ABOUT THE GROUP

This six month trauma model address intimacy, self stabilization from triggers, education, and core beliefs. The group is ideal for those who are struggling with; relationships, negative coping strategies, depression/anxiety, and negative outlook. Primary focus is on the family system of origin during childhood through inner child awareness work. The group will be exploring in a deep way how childhood is effecting our present lives. Trauma work within a community of equals is extremely nourishing, powerful and effective.

The group will cover: genogram, brief intimacy work, intimacy tools, deeper than self talk tools, relaxation, psycho-education on trauma and the brain, self care and resources. The group is focused on looking deeply at the family system to explore how early dynamics relate to present problems and stuck places.

Clients who are drawn this group work experience:

  • Problems of Intimacy
  • Depression/Anxiety
  • Negative Coping Strategies
  • Negative Core Beliefs & Reactions
  • Isolation/Avoidance
  • Co-Dependency/Attachment

The group will be comprised of 6-8 adults who are functioning on the outside but are stuck and open to exploring/wanting something greater.

This group is an excellent resource for those who grew up with: alcoholic, co dependent, shut down, angry, neglectful, emotionally vacant, narcissistic/self centered, reactive, rigid, depressed parents or experienced abuse from outside the family system.

A free 50 minute in person, phone or skype-based consultation is done before admission to the group to make sure group is for you.

Details:

Next session is forming for Winter 2020, $75 per session, Exact day/time TBD.