Group Therapy
Group Therapy At Art of Awareness
Teen Coping Skills Group
Art Therapy Processing Group
This weekly, open-enrollment group, is designed for adults of all ages 18+ years. This Art Therapy Processing Group is aimed to promote collaboration and exploration for clients through several different mediums of art. Sessions will be conducted in-person. We will be utilizing a different art activity each week through the workbook “Managing Traumatic Stress through Art” by Barry Cohen, Mary-Michola Barnes, and Anita Rankin. We hope to strengthen and enhance coping skills throughout this group so that clients may be better equipped to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and process life changes. The group will meet in-person on Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 PM.
Eating Disorder Recovery Group
This weekly group is designed for adults, ages 18 years and older and is limited to 3-8 participants. This will be a closed-enrollment group to allow for in depth discussion and trust building among group members. This support group will explore themes of body image, social media/outside influences on thinness, recovery, the topic of body respect, and coping skills to regulate the nervous system during weight restoration and/or maintenance. This group will focus on managing symptoms of recovery based on the book “8 Keys to Recovery from an Eating Disorder” by Carolyn Costin and Gwen Grabb. We will focus each group session on a different key from the group, allowing for discussions about recovery, body image, the influence of social media on thinness, and the eating disorder voice. The group will meet in-person on Thursdays, 4:30-6:00 PM.
LGBTQIA2S+ Drama Therapy Group
This LGBTQIA2S+ Drama Therapy Group offers a safe, creative space to explore themes related to the LGBTQIA2S+ experience. Participants will engage in character work, improvisation, self-expression, and movement, promoting both personal growth and group connection. Designed for LGBTQIA2S+ community members 18 and older, the group is limited to 3-10 participants and follows an 8-week, closed-enrollment format to ensure safety and trust. Sessions will be conducted in-person. Participants will engage in the seven core processes of drama therapy: active witnessing, distancing, dramatic play, projection, embodiment, engagement in dramatic reality, and multidimensional relationship. These processes help develop skills in distress tolerance, emotional regulation, communication, and self-advocacy. No previous experience in performance or drama therapy is required. All levels of interest and experience are welcome to join.
The Advantages of a Group Experience
This collective dynamic encourages members to express their feelings openly and gain new perspectives, enhancing their own emotional understanding and coping strategies. The empathetic connections formed in group therapy not only reduce feelings of isolation but also empower participants to explore new behaviors and attitudes within a safe and supportive framework. As individuals witness the progress of others, their own hope and motivation are bolstered, driving meaningful change in their lives.
Our commitment is to provide the emotional relief that comes from sharing your experiences and to provide a pathway to a more resilient and fulfilled life in which you achieve your goals and reach your full potential.
Benefits of Group Therapy
Our Group Therapy programming includes low-stress, creative, mindfulness-based group activities have been proven to encourage nervous system resets and reduce stress. These activities provide not only a therapeutic outlet but also a way to reconnect with the joy of social interactions in a safe and supportive setting.
Engaging in creative activities has been shown to activate reward pathways in the brain, reducing anxiety and improving mood, making these activities an excellent choice for stress relief and emotional well-being. Furthermore, the process of creating art can help externalize difficult emotions, which is particularly beneficial for those who find it challenging to articulate their feelings into words.
