We all want to feel like we belong. But given how we grew up, this can feel impossible for many of us. Perhaps we were mistreated at home, bullied at school, or told by our churches or communities that something was wrong with us. Our families and communities didn’t provide us with a sense that we had a safe harbor. Group therapy gives us the unique opportunity to have a different experience. In group therapy, we work together to create a family-like environment. This new environment can be reparative and supportive, but also challenging. 

For instance, while you might be feeling hopeful and positive, another member might be feeling angry and unsatisfied. Group is a place where everyone is encouraged to explore what these feelings are, why they’re coming up, and the histories that inform them. Of course, this all happens over time.

Group therapy is also a more affordable way to get help. My groups meet weekly for an hour and a half each session and my fee is $50 per group meeting. Payment is expected at the beginning of the month for the number of sessions/weeks in that month. Usually, but not always, this means we are meeting four times in one month and so you will pay $200 at the beginning of the month. (Some months we will meet 5 times and not 4. Some weeks I will be out of the office and we will not meet.) 

Entering group can be intimidating for some so I tend to work in a slower, more methodical way in the group setting. If you’re interested in how group therapy could be helpful to you, I encourage you to call me. We can talk more about your questions and see if you might be a good fit for a group I lead. 

Call me at 512.669.0395. You can also email me at