OVERVIEW
The space will be held by Harini Raval, a trained facilitator and the group will come together weekly over a span of 6 weeks.
As therapists or counsellors, while we hold a space for others, we also feel the need for a space for ourselves, where we may have the opportunity to share and inquire into our inner feelings and thoughts, in the non-judgemental compassionate presence of others. Such a space is a vital part of our self care as therapists, and as we find our cups being filled, our capacity to hold space for others is supported.
Meeting other mental health professionals we might realize we face challenges just like everyone else and we honestly touch into what needs holding within ourselves.
You are welcome as you are. This space is inclusive for all .
THERAPEUTIC MODALITY
A Presence Oriented Approach™ that integrates mindfulness and presence through a blend of wisdom - contemplative practices and contemporary psychological approaches from attachment, somatic, parts work, and trauma resolution.
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HOW WILL THE SPACE SUPPORT YOU?
Connection and Validation Share our experiences in a non-judgemental environment, gain validation for inner feelings, reduce feelings of isolation and contribute to a sense of solidarity for the whole group. It can help us understand that our experiences are normal and valid.
Perspectives & Insights Gain access to other perspectives and insights through deep engagement with other group members.
Resilience and Inner Wisdom Through allowing and meeting our own innermost feelings, listening to others with the spirit of allowing helps create a sense of shared humanity. Group members often encounter access to a deep inner wisdom and clarity, both within themselves and as a group.
WHO CAN JOIN?
The Space is for Mental Health Professionals (Therapist/Counsellor/Practitioner/Social Workers, Other).
You are welcome as you are. This space is inclusive for all .
OTHER DETAILS
Dates: 6 Saturdays; May 25th- June 29th 2024
Time: 5:30 pm to 7:30pm IST
Mode: All sessions will be held Online via zoom
Please Note:
- Registered members would be attending all the 6 Sessions.
- This closed group space will have around 6-9 participants allowing for individual and collective work over 6 sessions.
MEET THE FACILITATOR
Harini Raval
Mindfulness & Presence Oriented Therapist
Harini is an associate therapist at Just Being and also serves as the Head (Adjunct) of Just Being’s Delhi Chapter. She is a supervisor for both the training courses run by Just Being and also teaches on our Mindfulness based Counseling Program.
Harini is an experienced and a compassionate therapist who has actively contributed to a diverse array of initiatives including Group Therapeutic Spaces for parents, grief circles for the community, listening circles for students & corporates, contemplative dialogue circle, to name a few in addition to holding individual therapy sessions. She also works in the area of strengthening leadership in education and child development.
Harini’s professional journey is enriched by her specialized training in ‘Presence Oriented Psychotherapy’, a PG Advanced Diploma from Just Being Center Pune and the Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai and ‘Mindfulness Based Counseling: Listening with Embodied Presence’ a certified program from the Just Being Center and St. Mira’s College. Her academic qualifications also include a Master’s degree in Social Work from ‘College of Social Work Nirmala Niketan’ and a Doctoral Degree in Education from ‘University of Twente, Netherlands’.
PARTICIPATION FEE
Rs. 9000/- per participant (Inclusive of 18% GST)
For any questions, feel free to mail us at justbeingcenter@gmail.com or WhatsApp at +91-84080-36828
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1.What is group therapy in general?
Group therapy is a psycho-social form of support held by a trained facilitator that allows the members of the group to share and explore their inner experiences and feelings in an atmosphere of safety and trust. Sharing and listening in such a way leads to new insights and learnings as well as interpersonal support.
2. What is a Presence Oriented Approach™ to group therapy?
Presence Oriented Approach™ uses mindfulness as a base. The emphasis is on the awareness generated from paying attention to thoughts, feelings, sensations in the present moment. From here we enter into an inner space of quiet and from this space examine the life situations we are faced with, our belief patterns, emotional reactions and behavioural responses. Then if we might, we choose to respond differently from a place of insight and awareness, thus initiating an organic change response.
The approach is mindfulness based, somatic (including body awareness) and trauma informed. It is rooted in the orientation that fundamentally we are ok and we can see whatever we are faced with in a moment to moment unfolding way, allowing our own inner wisdom and that of the group to guide us with the able support and accompaniment of the therapist in this process.
3. How is this different from individual therapy sessions?
We can gain a lot from listening to each other faced with similar life situations and dilemmas. This creates a sense of a common humanity we all share, makes us feel less isolated in our challenges and there is more power in the collective space of learning. We can take our time to process what is going on for us in the safety of the group.<br>
4. How does a Group therapeutic Space work?
It will be a closed group, that is, the same group members meet each time for the specific time period. Group members can share, as and if they feel comfortable what is going on for them. Listening to others and witnessing their process, tunes us in to our own experiences and insights. The space will be facilitated by the counselor and each member will have a space for reflection and inquiry.
The process facilitates deeper therapeutic change. The approach followed is Mindfulness and Presence Oriented Approach™. Simple practices of mindfulness will accompany looking at inner experiences as well as life situations.
More importantly, group members tap into their inner sense of guidance and wisdom drawing from the experiences of others as well. The facilitator ensures that a conducive atmosphere is held and also plans for the progression of the group.
Group spaces can be powerful encounters with ourselves.
