Group Therapy
What is group therapy?
Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy where a small group of individuals, usually 6 to 8 people, meet regularly with one or more trained therapists. These groups offer a safe and confidential space for participants to discuss their feelings, experiences, and challenges. The group setting encourages open communication, empathy, and understanding among members.
Groups foster a sense of connection and community that can be powerful catalysts for gaining personal insight, growth, and healing.
What are some of the benefits of joining a group?
Connectedness: Sharing your experiences with others who can relate provides a powerful opportunity for connection. You can find comfort in knowing that you are not alone in your struggles. This is a unique aspect of groups that fosters a sense of belonging and community and can decrease loneliness.
Enhanced Self-Awareness: Group therapy is a space to gain a deeper understanding of yourself. Members are encouraged to give and receive feedback to other members in group. These interactions can help you to understand how you are perceived by others and often result in profound realizations and self-discoveries. It can also increase your capacity and tolerance for giving feedback and working through interpersonal conflicts.
Diverse Perspectives: Each group member brings unique life experiences and viewpoints to the group. This diversity enriches the group dynamic and offers a range of insights that you might not have considered on your own.
Community: Group members often develop strong bonds and find the group to be a source of meaningful support. Knowing you will have time dedicated weekly to process with your group can be grounding and containing, especially during challenging times.
Cost-Effective: Group therapy typically costs less per session than individual therapy. It can be a great option for those who do not have the budget for individual therapy right now, or for those who want to dip their toe into therapy before beginning individual therapy.
Which is better-- group therapy or individual therapy?
This is a tricky question to answer. It depends on what you are looking for. Both are powerful and transformational modes of therapy that have their own advantages and disadvantages. Often the two treatments are combined to enhance the therapeutic effect.
Still not sure? Reach out to us. We are happy to help you figure out what is best for you!
Our current offerings:
Attorney Support Group
Virtual (Enrolling Soon)
This group will provide a confidential and supportive environment for attorneys to discuss challenges resulting from working in the legal profession. These challenges may include stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, and interpersonal difficulties. The group dynamic is intended to foster insight and understanding of such challenges and allow members to explore ways to help cope with and manage these challenges. Co-leader of the group, Paul Higgins, is a former practicing attorney who has counseled clients about various legal issues and served as a litigator and arbitrator. These prior experiences inform his clinical work and give him insight into the unique challenges of working in the legal profession. For more information, please contact us at info@vitaltherapydc.com
Trauma Group
More information coming soon
Connect to yourself and others in group therapy.
Contact us for a free phone consultation to learn more about group therapy and how it can support your goals.