Group Therapy
Healing and growing alongside others who understand can be powerful. Group therapy provides a supportive space to share your story, learn from others’ experiences, and realise you’re not alone. Sessions are held in a safe, confidential environment and can be short-term and themed or long-term and open, allowing you bring whatever you’re working through. Groups are available in person or online.
Group therapy also becomes a reflection of your wider relationships—a space to practise honest communication, set boundaries, give and receive feedback, and connect more authentically.
How group therapy differs from individual therapy
You’re not alone — hearing others’ experiences can reduce shame and isolation
Multiple perspectives — insights come from both the therapist and the group
Real-time practice — work on interpersonal skills as they arise
Mirror and witness — seeing yourself in others can deepen self-awareness
Accessible support — typically more affordable than individual sessions
Community and connection — many people find a sense of belonging
I facilitate each session with care. I will offer you a space where all parts of you are welcome, ensuring everyone has space to be heard and that the group remains respectful and supportive. You can participate at your own pace—sharing is encouraged, but never pressured.
Before joining, we’ll meet individually to discuss your goals, answer questions, and ensure the group feels right for you. Group therapy may not be suitable if you’re in acute crisis or need intensive one-to-one support, and we’ll discuss what’s best for you.
Contact me for a free 30-minute introductory chat or to book a place in a group.
What it involves:
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Sessions are 90 minutes long.
Groups of 6-8 participantsEither Online or In-person in central Brighton.
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Short-Term Focused Groups (8-12 weeks)
These time-limited groups centre on specific themes or skills:
Chronic illness
Cultural ‘feminity’ and ‘masculinity’, vulnerability, and emotional expression
Grief and loss
LGTBQ+ grief and loss
Life transitions (career changes, becoming a parent, menopause, empty nest, retirement, divorce)
Boundaries and assertiveness
Short-term groups follow a structure with specific tools and exercises. They're ideal for particular challenges with a defined timeframe with clear beginning and end points.
Ongoing Groups
These open-ended groups meet regularly (usually once a week for 3 weeks, allowing for break of a week) with no set end date. Members can participate for months or years, with people joining and leaving as their needs change.
These groups become a consistent community where you can work through whatever arises in your life, receive ongoing support, and practice new ways of being over time.
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"What if I'm too shy or anxious to talk in front of others?"
Many group members start out feeling this way. You can ease in at your own pace—listening is valuable participation. Often, the experience of being in a supportive group actually helps reduce social anxiety over time.
"What if someone judges me or doesn't like me?"
Groups are carefully facilitated to maintain respect and safety. Part of the therapeutic work involves learning to tolerate different reactions and to communicate about conflicts constructively. Judgment or unkindness is addressed directly.
"What if I'm the only one with my particular issue?"
Even when specific situations differ, the underlying emotions and struggles often overlap. You might be surprised how much you relate to people whose surface-level stories seem nothing like yours.
"What if someone I know is in the group?"
I carefully screen for potential conflicts when forming groups. If you're concerned about running into someone you know, we can discuss this during your individual consultation.
"Can I do both individual and group therapy?"
Absolutely. Many people benefit from combining both—individual sessions for personal issues and group for relationship skills and community support.
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Free 30-minute online or phone call
Initial individual 50 min online consultation £60
Online Group therapy session £25
In-person Group therapy session £30
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Flexible Scheduling
I offer both short-term and ongoing group therapy options with various meeting times to accommodate different schedules and work around employment, caregiving, and other commitments.
If you need to miss a session occasionally due to caregiving, health issues, or unpredictable work, that's understood—I'll help you stay connected to the group process.
Online & In-Person Options
Groups are available both online and in-person. Online groups can be especially helpful for those with mobility challenges, transportation or cultutral barriers, anxiety about in-person settings, or who simply prefer participating from home.
Financial Accessibility
Group therapy is often a more affordable option than individual sessions, and I'm committed to keeping it accessible. If the group rate is still a barrier, please reach out—let's talk about what might work for you.
Your Comfort & Safety Matter
Group therapy works best when everyone feels safe to share. I facilitate groups with attention to cultural sensitivity, diverse identities, power dynamics, and different communication styles. Whether you're more comfortable listening than speaking, need accommodations for yourspecific needs or neurodivergence, or have specific concerns about group settings—let's discuss how we can make the space work for you.
Groups for Different Needs & Timeframes
I offer both short-term focused groups and ongoing process groups. You can choose what fits your needs, timeline, and goals.
All Identities & Experiences Welcome
Groups bring together people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. I facilitate groups for general themes as well as identity-specific groups (such as LGBTQ+ groups, or groups for specific life stages) when there's interest and need.
Let's Find What Works
Curious about whether group therapy is right for you? Have questions about current groups or want to suggest a group theme? Please reach out. Group work can be powerful, and I'm here to help you find the right fit.
What it can help with
Mental and emotional well-being:
Offering either longer-term support or focused work around specific themes, depending on your needs. Group therapy supports deeper self-awareness and emotional intelligence, while helping you develop healthier ways to cope with stress and life’s challenges. It can be particularly helpful if you struggle with social anxiety, fear of judgment, communication difficulties, or speaking up for yourself.
Social and relationship skills:
Providing space to explore interpersonal patterns and relationship dynamics, and to better understand how you experience others—and how you are experienced in return. This can be supportive if forming or maintaining relationships feels difficult, or if you feel lonely or disconnected. Group work helps foster more authentic connections, trust, and intimacy.
Set Themes:
For example: Chronic illness; Cultural ‘femininity’ and ‘masculinity’; Grief and loss, or LGBTQ+ grief and loss or Life transitions
Reducing stigma and isolation:
Creating a safe, supportive environment to talk about challenges that may feel taboo, culturally stigmatised, or misunderstood. Sharing experiences and hearing others’ perspectives can reduce feelings of isolation and help you feel seen, understood, and less alone.