Group therapy

It is a form of therapy where therapy sessions are held with a group of people, usually 6 to 12 participants, who have similar problems or goals. The basic idea is that interacting with other group members helps each of them to understand themselves better, change their relationships with other people, and make psychological changes.

The process of group therapy can vary depending on the method and theoretical framework, but it is usually based on interaction between participants under the guidance of an experienced therapist. Sessions may include discussion of problems, working together on specific tasks, using role-playing or other methods to stimulate cooperation and interaction within the group.

Group therapy allows participants to not only receive support and positive influence from other participants, but also allows each person to observe others, feel part of a community, and make personal changes through this group experience.

Helps reduce the following:

• Thoughtlessness, emptiness; being out of touch with oneself and others
• Fear of judgment, toxic shame
• Internal conflicts and distress, loneliness
• Lack of flexibility, difficulty with change
• Extremely intense emotions; self-harming behavior that depends on mood;
• Difficulty regulating emotions
• Prone to eating disorders
• Impulsive behavior, acting without thinking
• Difficulty accepting reality as it is
• Caprice
• Dependencies

Helps increase the following:

• Mindfulness skills
• Emotional regulation skills
• Relationship effectiveness skills
• Skills to cope with stress and negative emotions
• Feeling of quality of life