Group schedule Jan-April 2023. Group |
Day | Time | Dates |
CBT and DBT Group (online)
| Tuesdays | 8:45-9:45 am
| Jan. 24, 31 Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 March 7, 14, 21, 28 CLOSED |
Boundaries in Recovery (online)
| Tuesdays | 11-12 pm | Jan. 24, 31 Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 March 7, 14, 21, 28 CLOSED |
Process Group # 1 | Tuesdays | 2-3 pm | Jan. 24, 31 Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 March 7, 14, 21, 28 CLOSED |
Process Group #2
| Tuesdays
| 3:15-4:15 pm
| Jan. 24, 31 Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 March 7, 14, 21, 28 CLOSED |
Perfectionism (online) | Wednesdays | 2-3:15pm | Jan. 25 Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 CLOSED |
Process Group # 3: For People in/with Larger Bodies (online)
| Wednesdays | 3:45-4:45pm
| Jan. 25 Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 CLOSED |
Body Image in Recovery (online)
| Thursdays | 2:30-3:45pm | Jan. 26 Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 CLOSED |
Process Group # 4 (online)
| Thursdays
| 4-5 pm | Jan. 26 Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 CLOSED |
Dinner Group and Discussion
| Thursdays | 5:30-7pm | Jan. 26 Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 CLOSED |
Breakfast and Successful Strategies | Fridays | 9:30-10:30 am
| Jan. 27 Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24 March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 CLOSED |
Health At Every Size book club/ discussion | Fridays
| 11-12:15pm | Jan. 27 Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24 March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 CLOSED |
Lunch group | Fridays
| 12:45-1:45pm
| Jan. 27 Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24 March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 CLOSED |
Binge Group (online) | Saturdays | 1:15-2:15pm
| Jan. 28 Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1 CLOSED |
LEAP (online) | Saturdays | 2:30-3:30 pm
| Jan. 28 Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1 CLOSED |
NOTE: (online) denotes an online group held via zoom.
GROUP DESCRIPTIONS:
CBT/DBT Group: This group aims to give tools to identify and manage negative eating disorder thoughts as well as manage emotions which can be difficult to regulate. This group is ideal if you are wanting some tangible tools to manage thoughts and emotions that are related to the recovery process. It is a mix between psychoeducation, self-reflection and discussion. We will be utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy principles.
Process Groups: In this group you will discuss recovery challenges and struggles with peers and process feelings, and experiences. This is a group that is helpful to process difficulties in recovery, garner support and normalize eating disorder experiences. IN ORDER TO JOIN THIS GROUP, YOU MUST HAVE EITHER A THERAPIST, DIETITIAN, PSYCHIATRIST OR MEDICAL DOCTOR that you are actively and regularly seeing, some exceptions can be made in rare circumstances.
Perfectionism: If you struggle with setting high standards for yourself and often have the thought that you are “not good enough,” this group could be helpful. We will explore using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, how to recognize perfectionism and how to challenge perfectionistic tendencies and thinking.
Binge Eating/ Bulimia Group: This group is intended for people who struggle with binge eating disorder or bulimia. If you have anorexia nervosa, binge-purge type this group is not likely to be as helpful. This group is a mix between learning and exploring more about binge eating through learning, discussion and self-reflection.
Process Group: For People with/in Larger Bodies: In this group you will discuss recovery challenges and struggles with peers and process feelings, and experiences. This is a group that is helpful to process difficulties in recovery, garner support and normalize eating disorder experiences. IN ORDER TO JOIN THIS GROUP, YOU MUST HAVE EITHER A THERAPIST, DIETICAN OR MEDICAL DOCTOR, some exceptions can be made in rare circumstances. This is a group for people who identify as being in a larger body and struggle with shame regarding that. This group is not a fit for people who are in the process of restoring weight.
Body Image in Recovery: This group is for people who are in recovery and currently struggling with body hatred, dissatisfaction and want to have a better relationship with their bodies. In this group, we will examine our thoughts and behaviors which perpetuate body image issues and learn new tools to cope with and reframe our dissatisfaction which is causing more difficulty in our recovery process. We will also take several self-assessments to gain insight into various components related to our own body image struggles. In order to participate in this group you must be weight-restored or not needing to restore weight.
Dinner Group/ Discussion: As a group we will order take out. Additionally, after the meal we will discuss challenges and thoughts. This group is helpful to normalize eating in restaurants and outside of home. There will be an additional $15-20 for meal purchase.
Breakfast/Successful Strategies: You will bring your own meal (there will be specific guidelines) and eat with peers to normalize eating and have additional accountability. Additionally, we will discuss skills and methods to reduce slips and relapse behaviors.
Book Club: Health At Every Size: As a group, we will be reading and discussing Health at Every Size by Lindo Bacon. Lindo Bacon is not the founder at HAES, so we will also be incorporating other voices from this movement. We will read the book together and discuss important components and drawing on our own experiences with health, diet-culture and body image. This group will be a mix between discussion, process and self-reflection.
Lunch Group/ Goals: You bring your own meal (there will be specific guidelines) and eat with peers to normalize eating and have additional accountability. We will set weekly goals around recovery.
Boundaries in Recovery: In order to recover from an eating disorder, boundaries are necessary. In this group you will learn healthy communication skills, how to effectively set healthy boundaries and prioritize your recovery. This is a mix between a discussion and psychoeducation group.
LEAP: This group is to examine struggles with overactivity and exercise in relation to the eating disorder. We will be utilizing the only curriculum designed to treat overactivity in eating disorders as well as having some accountability in regards to our overexercise. This is a fit for people who are curious about how their overactivity is unhelpful in their recovery, open to reducing overactivity or not certain about if they want to reduce this behavior.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________FAQ’s and Information:
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How many people are in the groups/ how many can I miss?
The groups which are held in-person will have a max of 6-7 people. Online groups will cap at 6-7 people. The exception to this is process groups- these will cap at 6 people. If there are at least 5 people committed to a group, it will be held. If you are highly likely in the next two months to need residential treatment or PHP treatment, I ask you do not sign up- unless your team agrees to a trial. I do not allow new people to join groups after the second week. My hope is the same people all stay in the group for stability and consistency. You may miss ONE group and still join the cycle (missed group fee applies). If you need to miss more than one please talk with me.
I have never attended group therapy, I am nervous!
It is super common to be nervous about group therapy. Since eating disorders are so shaming and isolating, peer therapy can be super helpful for recovery. The more you know your group members, hopefully the more comfortable you will become.
Can I join your groups if I am not your individual client?
Absolutely! You can join my groups regardless of who your individual therapist is. I do ask you inform and or discuss with your therapist.
Will insurance cover my groups?
Yes! I take a variety of insurance plans. Most will cover two groups in the same day, but some will not. Mostly all will cover multiple groups per week. If you have questions, I can help with that. Some insurance plans do have a copay. I also take private pay and my prices are lower than most groups in the area.
Can I take two groups or more in one day?
You absolutely can. There are some insurance plans that will cover multiple groups in a day and some that will not.
Can anyone join groups?
Your treatment team must determine that you are appropriate for outpatient care for the next couple of months and you can make the commitment to attend groups regularly.
How many groups should I sign up for?
I usually encourage people who have stepped down from a higher level of care to attend about three groups weekly if feasible. If you are needing a higher level of care, I can do a two-month trial of groups, but that has to be allowed by your individual therapist and team. I would recommend more than three groups per week. If you are unsure what would be helpful, I can set up a short consultation.
Are there any groups I should not take if I have already taken them?
The Boundaries in Recovery, Bulimia/Binge Group, LEAP, Body Image Group, Topics in Recovery and Perfectionism group are all curriculum-based, so it would be repetitive material if you have already taken these groups. If you think it will be helpful to repeat any of these groups, talk to me.
Any COVID-19 precautions for in-person groups?
Yes. Social distancing is observed, masking or face-shields are required, I am vaccinated and get tested weekly. I also have rapid COVID tests available if anyone fears exposure. Additionally, 99% of the clients in my clinic are vaccinated and no cases have been tied to my clinic. At this point, groups fall under medical rules for masking. If that lifts, then masks will be optional.