Virtual Trauma Group
Description: This group is for participants who have experienced trauma and who struggle with the ongoing impacts of trauma. Trauma responses are physiological in nature. When they kick in, people often feel very overwhelmed by emotions and body sensations, and our “thinking brain” is overridden by a part of our brain wired to respond to threat. For folks who have experienced trauma, many different things in one’s life, including thoughts/memories, can activate these trauma responses and this can be very distressing. Further, individuals may struggle with persistent discomfort/pain in their body related to chronic activation of trauma responses. This group uses a bottom-up approach, focusing on creating a sense of familiarity and safety with one’s body, sensations, and trauma responses.
Learning Objectives:
- Develop an understanding of one’s stress and trauma responses
- Increase body awareness and practice body-oriented skills
- Learn how to respond to painful emotions and trauma responses
- Enhance self-compassion
- Enhance overall well-being
Length: 8 weekly Zoom Healthcare sessions (2.5 hours per session) with a prior assessment appointment
Group facilitators: Two Registered Social Workers
Group Size: 6-8
Referral: Please ask your TC FHT Primary Care Provider to refer you to the Trauma Group within the Mental Health Program
Special Note: This is a skills-based, educational group. Participation via sharing/discussion is encouraged; however, it is not necessary to benefit from the group.
Upcoming dates of the workshop:
- Fall 2023 (no longer accepting referrals)
- Winter 2024 (Feb 2024-March 2024) (accepting referrals)
Other dates required for attendance: An individual assessment appointment is required to determine eligibility/fit for this group