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The Growth Group

Caroline is sitting on the sofa in her therapy room, smiling. She is leaning forward slightly and resting her elbows on her knees. She is wearing a yellow t-shirt and has white skin and short dark hair.

If you are interested in learning about your own psychological patterns and finding healthier ways to cope, the Growth Group is a safe and enjoyable space to achieve this. At £20 per 75-minute session this is a more affordable way to find support than individual therapy.

Each group is a maximum of 6 people who meet for 6 sessions. I use my ten years of teaching experience to make learning about psychotherapy and neurobiology theories interesting and accessible. This is not group therapy, but does provide a therapeutic space in which to learn, reflect and share experiences if you wish.

Example topics we will cover:

How the nervous system responds to stress and trauma, and how to soothe it.
How your body keeps the score; what are your symptoms telling you?
Self-defeating behaviours; why they develop and how we can change.
Being a human in a quantum universe; why we don't thrive in isolation and how to foster togetherness.
Understanding communication difficulties in relationships and how to spot invitations into unhelpful games.
The Drama Triangle and how to step out of it.
Many more! I can also curate sessions depending on the needs of the group.

When? Every fortnight on Mondays 6:00-7:15pm (next group starting in April and will meet 6 times). Please contact me for dates: carolinetophamtherapy@gmail.com

Where? The Manchester Institute for Psychotherapy in Chorlton, Manchester.

How much? £20 per session makes this a more affordable option than individual therapy. I ask that you commit to all 6 sessions to support the group dynamic, so the total cost over 12 weeks is £120. You are welcome to 'pay as you go' if that is more accessible to you.

Who? Anyone over the age of 18. I speak with each member in advance to check the group is the right kind of experience for you at your stage of self-discovery. Apologies but the Institute is only accessible via steps and our room is on the first floor. I intend to find a more accessible venue in the near future. This group is not suitable for people currently in a mental health crisis.