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FREE ONLINE GROUP THERAPY
An innovative, FREE therapy programme for adults who would like to improve their mental health and wellbeing.
**Please note that bookings are now closed for the Autumn 2022 programme - feel free to contact me to register interest in any future programmes**
The programme consists of 2x one-to-one therapy sessions (online via Zoom, times to be arranged individually) and 8x therapeutic group sessions (online on Wednesday evenings, see dates below).
As part of the programme, you’ll be able to:
Speak about your worries, difficulties and problems
Explore the impact of unconscious thoughts and feelings
Consider things from different perspectives
Develop self-awareness and resilience
Improve interaction with others and social confidence
Make positive changes in your life
Get support and encouragement
Reduce anxiety and increase wellbeing
The programme is limited to 8 people to ensure all participants have the opportunity to share their experiences and make progress in a safe, supportive and confidential environment.
COST & DATES
This therapy programme (of 2 individual and 8 group sessions) is offered FREE,thanks to support from LD Therapy and FLTR Coffee’s Generosity Grant.
One-to-one sessions will be arranged individually, with groups taking place on Wednesday evenings, 7-8:15pm, via Zoom.
Autumn 2022 group dates: 12 October, 19 October, 26 October, 2 November, 9 November, 16 November, 23 November & 30 November
**Please note that bookings for the Autumn 2022 programme are now closed**
FAQS
WHO CAN TAKE PART IN THE THERAPY PROGRAMME?
Anyone (aged 18+) is welcome to join this therapy programme, whether you have a mental health problem or want to work on your wellbeing generally. On booking a place, Laura will have a brief conversation to check you'll be able to participate safely. You must be based in the UK to take part.
WHEN ARE THE INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS?
Every participant will have two individual therapy sessions (up to 50 minutes each) - one before the group sessions, and one after. The dates/times for these will be arranged individually for each person and will take place online, via Zoom.
DO I HAVE TO SPEAK IN THE GROUP SESSIONS?
You can speak as much or as little as you like during group sessions. Group therapy is a proven and effective form of counselling, where even just listening to others has a positive impact. However, many people find they benefit most when they share their experiences and join in with group conversations.
WHY SHOULD I JOIN IN THE PROGRAMME?
The therapy programme will help you improve your mental health, boost your mood and live more positively. It will also enable you to explore your worries/problems, improve relationships with others and consider the unconscious meanings of your thoughts and feelings.
WHAT ARE THE INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS FOR?
The first individual session will help you think about your mental health and what you'd like to get out of the therapy programme. The second session will allow you to reflect on what you've gained from the programme and consider whether any further support or therapy may be needed.
WHO IS LEADING THE PROGRAMME?
All sessions will be led by experienced psychotherapist, group facilitator and happiness facilitator, Laura Duester. Find out more about Laura here.
