Groups
Join a weekly support group, facilitated by a trained therapist, for a low-cost alternative to individual sessions with its own unique benefits.
Why join a group?
Person-centred and psychodynamic group therapy are both approaches that aim to facilitate personal growth and healing within a group setting, but they operate from different theoretical perspectives and offer distinct benefits. In our weekly support groups, we aim to integrate the gentle support of Person-Centred work with the depth of exploration of Psychodynamics.
Person-Centered Group Therapy:
Emphasis on Self-Exploration: Person-centred therapy focuses on creating a safe, supportive environment where individuals feel empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment.
Client Autonomy: This approach prioritises the autonomy and self-direction of group members, encouraging them to take ownership of their therapeutic journey and make their own choices regarding their growth and development.
Unconditional Positive Regard: Group leaders offer unconditional positive regard, acceptance, and empathy towards each member, fostering a sense of trust and openness within the group.
Self-Awareness: Through reflective listening, empathic understanding, and genuine responses from both therapists and fellow group members, individuals in person-centred groups can gain deeper insight into themselves, their relationships, and their patterns of behaviour.
Supportive Community: Person-Centred groups provide a supportive community where individuals can connect with others who may have similar experiences, fostering a sense of belonging and reducing feelings of isolation.
Psychodynamic Group Therapy:
Exploration of Unconscious Processes: Psychodynamic group therapy delves into the unconscious mind, exploring how past experiences, conflicts, and relationships influence current thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
Interpersonal Dynamics: Group members have the opportunity to explore interpersonal dynamics within the group, observing and experiencing firsthand how their interactions with others reflect deeper aspects of their psyche.
Transference and Countertransference: Within the group setting, members may experience transference and countertransference, where feelings and attitudes towards the therapist or other group members reflect unresolved issues from past relationships, providing valuable material for exploration and insight.
Conflict Resolution: Psychodynamic group therapy provides a supportive environment for members to address conflicts, express emotions, and work through interpersonal issues, promoting healthier ways of relating to others both within and outside of the group.
Long-term Growth: By uncovering and addressing underlying psychological processes, psychodynamic group therapy aims to facilitate long-term growth and change, leading to greater self-awareness, improved relationships, and enhanced overall wellbeing.
Both approaches offer unique benefits and can be effective in promoting personal development and healing within a group context.