The Power of Group Therapy and Community in Trauma Recovery

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Initiated Survivor

Kelsey Harper

93 episodes

2 days ago

Survivors of sexual assault face unique challenges recovering from trauma and re-entering their lives. Clinical psychologist and survivor Kelsey Harper speaks directly to survivors and offers practical skills to reclaim their life. In this podcast, you will learn new skills to build a resilient life and gain inspiration from the community of survivors sharing their stories of grit and power.

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The Power of Group Therapy and Community in Trauma Recovery

Initiated Survivor

26 minutes 28 seconds

1 year ago

The Power of Group Therapy and Community in Trauma Recovery

In this episode, I talk about the power of group therapy and community for those recovering from traumatic experiences. I’ll discuss the emotional isolation people often experience in the aftermath of traumatic events, and how this can be exacerbated by societal factors. I’ll share some personal experiences on how participating in group activities, such as restorative yoga classes and virtual workshops served as a healing mechanism and a stepping stone towards building relationships and community. Additionally, I will talk about the benefits of group therapy in cultivating listening, speaking, healing, and social skills while maintaining a safe, validating space for participants. I am also excited to be offering two new groups starting in April which include: DBT Skills Group for LGBTQ+ and a Trauma Recovery Skills Group!

Watch the Full Video Podcast Here!

00:00 — Intro

00:59 — The Struggles of Isolation and Anxiety

03:12 — The Comfort of Home and the Challenge of Leaving

04:01 — Overcoming Agoraphobia and Building Connections

05:51 — The Power of Solitude and Self-Care

07:04 — The Role of Community Activities in Recovery

10:09 — The Impact of the Pandemic and Virtual Groups

12:37 — Group Therapy Ad: https://www.drkelseyharper.com/dbt-skills-group-for-lgbtq

17:50 — The Benefits of Group Therapy

21:39 — Personal Experiences with Group Therapy

22:12 — Upcoming Group Therapy Opportunities

23:55 — The Healing Power of Groups

Topics/Triggers:

· Rape Culture

· Victim Blaming

· Agoraphobia

· Anxiety

· Trauma

· Trauma Recovery

· Virtual Groups and Community

· CPTSD

· Group Therapy

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If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today’s Find a Therapist directory)

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