GROUP COUNSELING
Get out of your head!
Share your struggles with others and find support from people who are experiencing similar struggles. Group counseling can be powerful because you learn to share your pain with others. You also realized your not alone. Plus, if your budget is tight it is a great way to get help without spending as much as you would on individual counseling.
Each group has a customized, therapeutic curriculum that incorporates evidence-based theories and practices. Our groups are "closed." "Closed groups" is a term for a group in which all participants begin and finish the group at the same time. The reason why we choose to lead "closed groups" is because we feel that much of what we discuss requires a certain amount of trust. We have realized that it is difficult to build trust among members if new members join in the middle of an already establised group.
Most groups last 6-10 weeks. Most groups have a maximum of 10 people.
What's the cost for group sessions?
Many insurances are accepted. If we do not accept your insurance, then you pay the normal participant fee of $10 per group session. Most groups last 6-10 weeks, so you will probably not spend more than $60-$100 to participate in a particular group. If money is a concern, please contact us. We want to help you get the help you need, regardless of your financial situationo.
Theoretical Approaches & Modes of Therapy Utilized:
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Human Validation Process Model
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Middle Way Parenting Program
Group Types
Women Molested as Children
Description:
This 8-week group is designed to help female adults find healing and closure as they face the abuse they survived as children. Many times childhood trauma influences our emotional & cognitive development. In addition, sexual trauma can impact our sexuality & adult relationships.
Who can Attend:
Female adults who are survivors of childhood sexual abuse, incest, molestation or exploitation.
Details:
Closed group
Contact us to get on the waiting list
$10 per group session
Military Sexual Trauma Group
Description:
This 8-week group is designed to help female survivors of Military Sexual Trauma (MST) find healing and closure as they rebuild their lives. Many times rape survivors exhibit symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). MST can be compounded by combat-related trauma. Research shows that early intervention can help reduce the manifestation of negative symptoms. In addition, sexual trauma can impact our daily functioning and meaningful relationships.
Who can Attend:
Female Veterans & Active-Duty Personnel who are survivors of a reported or unreported rape that occurred while serving in the Military.
Details:
Closed group
Contact us to get on the waiting list
$10 per group session
Gilrls Only! Adolescent Group
Description:
Coming soon.
Who can Attend:
Female adolescents
Details:
Closed group
Monday or Tuesday evenings in the Waco Office
$10 per group session
Healing after the Heartbreak
Description:
This 10-week group is designed to help both male and female adults recover from the aftermath of a life-jolting break-up or divorce. You share everything with your partner, so the ending of a relationship feels like a tornado. You're not alone. Many others are putting the pieces back together too.
Who can Attend:
Female and male adults who have experienced a recent break-up or divorce with their significant other.
Details:
Closed group
Sundays at 3pm in Austin & Saturdays at 3pm in Waco
$10 per group session
Sexual Assault Survivors Group
Description:
This 8-week group is designed to help survivors of sexual assault find healing and closure as they rebuild their lives. Many times rape survivors exhibit symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Trauma affects every aspect of one's life, and early intervention has been shown to minimize the manifestation of negative symptoms. You're not alone, and being surrounded by people who understand your current situation is helpful in the healing process.
Who can Attend:
Male or female survivors of sexual assault. Male-only & female-only groups rotate, so contact us in order to get on the wait-list for the next group.
Details:
Closed group
Sundays at 4:30pm
$10 per group session
Parenting with Purpose Support
Description:
This Sunday parenting group is designed to help parents and caretakers sharpen their parenting skills. It's an 8-week class that meets every other Sunday. This class covers many topics including discipline, childhood development, how to emotionally relate to your child as they grow and change, setting boundaries within your home for appropriate development & how to prepare your child each step of the way for a healthy adult life. This class utilizes the Middleway Parenting Curriculum & "The Conscious Parent: Transforming Ourselves, Empowering our Children" by Dr. Shefali Tsabary.
Who can Attend:
Parents, guardians or caretakers of children.
Details:
Closed group
Sundays at 3pm in the Waco Office
$10 per group session