Group therapy can have both an exploratory and therapeutic aim for different presenting difficulties. There is growing evidence that group therapy is a highly effective form of psychotherapy. It creates a sense of hope, connection, learning from one another and development through different techniques.
It is important that groups maintain both structure and some flexibility. Consistent attendance from participants is important in order to maintain the cohesion and survival of the group.
The topics of the group discussions vary depending on the presenting difficulties that each participant is going through. However, we often facilitate context- and theme-specific groups for clients or their parents / carers, often focused on issues related to gender identity development, eating disorders and conduct difficulties.
It is required that each participant has attended prior individual sessions in order to ensure compatibility and readiness to be part of a wider group.
We are currently facilitating groups for parents of young people struggling with the development of their gender identity and / or are experiencing gender-related distress. These groups are usually a combination of psycho-educational and therapy-based group sessions and are only offered both face-to-face in London and in Athens.
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