"Transform the Partner Trauma Story to an Empowerment Story". The group is designed to provide you with a safe place to heal, and grow with connection, empathy and validation.
It combines support, experiential work, processing and psycho-education. Group topics include: Safety, Stabilization & Boundaries; Self-care, Self-compassion, Self-esteem & Self-discovery; Coping & Communication Skills; Information on Sex Addiction, Betrayal Trauma & Tools to Handle Emotions & Triggers. Trauma increases the need for comfort, connection and attachment. Groups reduce isolation & loss, help to build a support and safety network, reinforce resilience, strength, growth and attachment.
Hosted by Beth Gochberg Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CSAT, CCPS
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02481
"Transform the Partner Trauma Story to an Empowerment Story". The group is designed to provide you with a safe place to heal, and grow with connection, empathy and validation.
It combines support, experiential work, processing and psycho-education. Group topics include: Safety, Stabilization & Boundaries; Self-care, Self-compassion, Self-esteem & Self-discovery; Coping & Communication Skills; Information on Sex Addiction, Betrayal Trauma & Tools to Handle Emotions & Triggers. Trauma increases the need for comfort, connection and attachment. Groups reduce isolation & loss, help to build a support and safety network, reinforce resilience, strength, growth and attachment.
Starting August 5, 2025, young adults (ages 18-40) will be invited to join this virtual Polyvagal therapy group to pursue personal goals related to healing from chronic stress and trauma. This group is most appropriate for those who are also participating in individual trauma therapy or who have established safety and stabilization after trauma. Group members can expect to 1) expand their knowledge of Polyvagal Theory and how their nervous system is impacted by trauma and stress, 2) reduce anxiety, irritability, dissociation, and disconnection, 3) improve sense of mental and physical safety needed to reconnect with their surroundings, their loved ones, and themselves.
Hosted by Victoria Kachinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Group meets in Wellesley, MA 02482
Starting August 5, 2025, young adults (ages 18-40) will be invited to join this virtual Polyvagal therapy group to pursue personal goals related to healing from chronic stress and trauma. This group is most appropriate for those who are also participating in individual trauma therapy or who have established safety and stabilization after trauma. Group members can expect to 1) expand their knowledge of Polyvagal Theory and how their nervous system is impacted by trauma and stress, 2) reduce anxiety, irritability, dissociation, and disconnection, 3) improve sense of mental and physical safety needed to reconnect with their surroundings, their loved ones, and themselves.
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*** New group starts June 2, 2025. *** Experiential group therapy integrates psychodrama, sociometry, sensory awareness, spontaneity, and creativity to invoke the balance between mind, body, and spirit. When this balance is achieved, deep healing can take place. In this group we use cognitive behavioral principles, skill building, and creative expression to help participants better understand and manage intrusive anxiety, depression or trauma related symptoms. More info: www.herenowllc.com PLEASE NOTE: Group sessions are in-person, last 120 mins, and are private pay only.
I have experience treating anxiety, depression, addiction, LGBTQ affirmation, trauma and PTSD in a non-judgmental atmosphere.
*** New group starts June 2, 2025. *** Experiential group therapy integrates psychodrama, sociometry, sensory awareness, spontaneity, and creativity to invoke the balance between mind, body, and spirit. When this balance is achieved, deep healing can take place. In this group we use cognitive behavioral principles, skill building, and creative expression to help participants better understand and manage intrusive anxiety, depression or trauma related symptoms. More info: www.herenowllc.com PLEASE NOTE: Group sessions are in-person, last 120 mins, and are private pay only.
Founded by Asian American Clinical Social Workers, Elephant in the Room Counseling increases access to behavioral health services for Massachusetts' Asian communities. Our team combines clinical expertise with cultural and linguistic understanding (Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Korean, Thai, and Japanese) to provide compassionate individual and couples therapy. We address unique challenges including trauma from family violence and immigration, body image concerns, life transitions, cultural/generational trauma, and family conflicts. We empower underserved communities, honor cultural backgrounds, and help individuals achieve mental well-being. Submit an appointment request online today!
Hosted by Perrie Mo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, APHSW-C, RN
Group meets in Quincy, MA 02169
Founded by Asian American Clinical Social Workers, Elephant in the Room Counseling increases access to behavioral health services for Massachusetts' Asian communities. Our team combines clinical expertise with cultural and linguistic understanding (Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Korean, Thai, and Japanese) to provide compassionate individual and couples therapy. We address unique challenges including trauma from family violence and immigration, body image concerns, life transitions, cultural/generational trauma, and family conflicts. We empower underserved communities, honor cultural backgrounds, and help individuals achieve mental well-being. Submit an appointment request online today!
This group supports women seeking to reflect on their day to day lives, what's going well, what changes are coming, and how our relationships are flourishing or struggling. The group is a place to make sense of how past traumas and other struggles have impacted your life. Through mutual sharing, gentle challenge and and support, the group purpose aims to help us better our selves and our relationships. Whether life transitions, recovering from trauma in life, loss, loneliness, or other struggles are an issue, the group is a space for reflecting, learning and becoming our true selves.
This group supports women seeking to reflect on their day to day lives, what's going well, what changes are coming, and how our relationships are flourishing or struggling. The group is a place to make sense of how past traumas and other struggles have impacted your life. Through mutual sharing, gentle challenge and and support, the group purpose aims to help us better our selves and our relationships. Whether life transitions, recovering from trauma in life, loss, loneliness, or other struggles are an issue, the group is a space for reflecting, learning and becoming our true selves.
Group provides a space to explore underlying aspects of the self and relationship patterns while building tolerance for navigating interpersonal dynamics. Members are encouraged to express their challenges, feelings, and reactions openly and honestly as they arise. Members learn to move through their thoughts, feelings, and reactions in the moment, gradually developing the skills to observe and articulate their inner experiences. Many of us are accustomed to acting on our thoughts and emotions automatically—group helps us slow down and notice what is happening “behind the scenes” in our own minds.
Hosted by Lieb Swartz-Brownstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CGP
Group meets in Brookline, MA 02446
Group provides a space to explore underlying aspects of the self and relationship patterns while building tolerance for navigating interpersonal dynamics. Members are encouraged to express their challenges, feelings, and reactions openly and honestly as they arise. Members learn to move through their thoughts, feelings, and reactions in the moment, gradually developing the skills to observe and articulate their inner experiences. Many of us are accustomed to acting on our thoughts and emotions automatically—group helps us slow down and notice what is happening “behind the scenes” in our own minds.
Welcome! This is a FREE virtual group where I guide you through somatic tools to help you feel more calm and connected to your body. We meet once a month on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. Email me the words: FREE GROUP and I will send you the link.
I work with clients who have a history of trauma (childhood, relational, sexual, car accidents, injury, etc.), struggle with anxiety, dissociation, low self-esteem, panic, non-epileptic seizures, autoimmune diseases, chronic pain, migraines, IBS, stomach issues, heart conditions, muscle tension, TMJ, joint pain, high blood pressure, etc.
Welcome! This is a FREE virtual group where I guide you through somatic tools to help you feel more calm and connected to your body. We meet once a month on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. Email me the words: FREE GROUP and I will send you the link.
Ready to make significant progress in your trauma healing journey? EMDR Intensives offer a powerful, concentrated approach, allowing you to address deep-rooted challenges in just a few sessions. These personalized, half- or full-day sessions combine comprehensive preparation, focused trauma reprocessing, and tailored follow-up support to help you break through where traditional therapy may take longer. Ideal for those with busy schedules or seeking faster results, intensives provide a safe, supportive environment for profound change. Take the next step toward healing—reach out today to learn more or schedule your personalized EMDR Intensive.
Hosted by Amanda Whitehurst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SEP
Group meets in Cambridge, MA 02140
Ready to make significant progress in your trauma healing journey? EMDR Intensives offer a powerful, concentrated approach, allowing you to address deep-rooted challenges in just a few sessions. These personalized, half- or full-day sessions combine comprehensive preparation, focused trauma reprocessing, and tailored follow-up support to help you break through where traditional therapy may take longer. Ideal for those with busy schedules or seeking faster results, intensives provide a safe, supportive environment for profound change. Take the next step toward healing—reach out today to learn more or schedule your personalized EMDR Intensive.
Our clients often exhibit the legacy of trauma and attachment wounding by means of affect dysregulation, ineffective/inappropriate autonomic responses, and body symptomotology. By means of case consultation and discussion, the focus of the group will center on the needs of clinicians who wish to increase their awareness of the profound affect trauma has on the body. Clinicians will expand their practice of traditional psychotherapy with the integration of theory, interventions, and techniques that directly address the somatic expressions of the body.
Hosted by Barbara Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Group meets in Arlington, MA 02474
Our clients often exhibit the legacy of trauma and attachment wounding by means of affect dysregulation, ineffective/inappropriate autonomic responses, and body symptomotology. By means of case consultation and discussion, the focus of the group will center on the needs of clinicians who wish to increase their awareness of the profound affect trauma has on the body. Clinicians will expand their practice of traditional psychotherapy with the integration of theory, interventions, and techniques that directly address the somatic expressions of the body.
This is an ongoing group for women ages 25 to 50 seeking to explore their patterns in relationships. Through the group process, which involves sharing in an open, confidential and supportive setting, members work to develop an increased capacity for intimacy with others and compassion within themselves. Two individual consultations are required before joining the group Please call for more information (617-650-9829).
Hosted by Amy Matias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW, CGP
Group meets in Cambridge, MA 02138
This is an ongoing group for women ages 25 to 50 seeking to explore their patterns in relationships. Through the group process, which involves sharing in an open, confidential and supportive setting, members work to develop an increased capacity for intimacy with others and compassion within themselves. Two individual consultations are required before joining the group Please call for more information (617-650-9829).
Beryllium Psychiatry is adding exercise as part of our treatment planning. Our wonderful health coach Chrep Meitner, has created a new Mindfulness and Nature Immersion walking group. Come rejuvenate your mind and body, increase your sense of calm, and stave off depression and anxiety. Come walk with us!
Beryllium Psychiatry is adding exercise as part of our treatment planning. Our wonderful health coach Chrep Meitner, has created a new Mindfulness and Nature Immersion walking group. Come rejuvenate your mind and body, increase your sense of calm, and stave off depression and anxiety. Come walk with us!
Take the next step in your healing journey with our 12-week virtual Women's Trauma group, where you'll work on a personal goal and receive support from others who understand. In a safe and encouraging space, you’ll get feedback, guidance, and inspiration to keep moving forward. This group is for women with stable life circumstances, solid coping skills, and a support system—not actively self-harming or abusing substances. Ready to invest in your growth? Email us at admin@1awellness.com
Take the next step in your healing journey with our 12-week virtual Women's Trauma group, where you'll work on a personal goal and receive support from others who understand. In a safe and encouraging space, you’ll get feedback, guidance, and inspiration to keep moving forward. This group is for women with stable life circumstances, solid coping skills, and a support system—not actively self-harming or abusing substances. Ready to invest in your growth? Email us at admin@1awellness.com
BLT/ Building The Lighted Temple/An African Centered Psycho/Educational Model for Psychological, Spiritual, Character Development and wholeness, which is underpinned by understanding the Traumas and Triumphs of African/Diaspora History/Experience. A Model for 'Helping The Helpers', Cultural Competency, offering advanced therapeutic intervention and skill building for those who would like to deepen their Spiritual, Psychological and Historical Journey so that you may heal and fulfill your Life Purpose. Application & practice of Ancient African Wisdom in Modern Daily/ Masters in the Science of Mind, Body and Soul. For updates: https://gumroad.com/drnterinelson.
Hosted by Terri Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhDE, LICSW, MSW, MSEP
Group meets in Mattapan, MA 02126
BLT/ Building The Lighted Temple/An African Centered Psycho/Educational Model for Psychological, Spiritual, Character Development and wholeness, which is underpinned by understanding the Traumas and Triumphs of African/Diaspora History/Experience. A Model for 'Helping The Helpers', Cultural Competency, offering advanced therapeutic intervention and skill building for those who would like to deepen their Spiritual, Psychological and Historical Journey so that you may heal and fulfill your Life Purpose. Application & practice of Ancient African Wisdom in Modern Daily/ Masters in the Science of Mind, Body and Soul. For updates: https://gumroad.com/drnterinelson.
Online Group Therapy for 8 Women focuses on learning about the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model of healing and connecting with other women who may be experiencing the same challenges in life. You will receive compassion and support as you “find your way back home” to your Authentic Self. Women who are interested in joining the next group starting in September 2025 should contact me so we can set up an interview to see if we are a good fit.
I practice from a compassionate, trauma-informed approach, drawing from mindfulness-based, somatic techniques, IFS and expressive therapies.
Online Group Therapy for 8 Women focuses on learning about the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model of healing and connecting with other women who may be experiencing the same challenges in life. You will receive compassion and support as you “find your way back home” to your Authentic Self. Women who are interested in joining the next group starting in September 2025 should contact me so we can set up an interview to see if we are a good fit.
Write Core Ten Minute Story and Present (with my coaching)
Themes: • Trauma & Grief • Rejection • Self Blame
Express your Authentic Self + Overcome Social Anxiety + Improve Relationships
Johnny Goldin Credits include : • Podcaster • YOUTUBE Producer
Hosted by Jonathan Goldin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, JD , Coach
Group meets in Lexington, MA 02420
Write Core Ten Minute Story and Present (with my coaching)
Themes: • Trauma & Grief • Rejection • Self Blame
Express your Authentic Self + Overcome Social Anxiety + Improve Relationships
Johnny Goldin Credits include : • Podcaster • YOUTUBE Producer
Take the next step in your healing journey with our 12-week virtual Women's Trauma group, where you'll work on a personal goal and receive support from others who understand. In a safe and encouraging space, you’ll get feedback, guidance, and inspiration to keep moving forward. This group is run by an expert in the field of trauma and recovery and is for women with stable life circumstances and a support system—not actively self-harming or abusing substances. Ready to invest in your growth? Email us at admin@1awellness.com
Hosted by Laura Winters Unsworth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Cambridge, MA 02138
Trauma and anxiety often strip us of essential trust in ourselves; I work closely with clients to create greater self-trust and security in body, mind and spirit.
Take the next step in your healing journey with our 12-week virtual Women's Trauma group, where you'll work on a personal goal and receive support from others who understand. In a safe and encouraging space, you’ll get feedback, guidance, and inspiration to keep moving forward. This group is run by an expert in the field of trauma and recovery and is for women with stable life circumstances and a support system—not actively self-harming or abusing substances. Ready to invest in your growth? Email us at admin@1awellness.com
Manage Stress, Improve Mood and Strength Relationships - DBT Group, Virtual Sessions, please contact Info@awakenmindcenter.com if interested. Group Leaders: Emmanuelle Farrell, LICSW and Krishna Raval, MA.
Hosted by Jenna Price LICSW/ Mass Mind Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Group meets in Boston, MA 02116
At Mass Mind Center, we specialize in treating Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, ADHD, Trauma, PTSD and more.
Manage Stress, Improve Mood and Strength Relationships - DBT Group, Virtual Sessions, please contact Info@awakenmindcenter.com if interested. Group Leaders: Emmanuelle Farrell, LICSW and Krishna Raval, MA.
Our mission is to assist others in achieving their missions both personally and professionally.
Trauma, Development, and Attachment!
Our mission is to assist others in achieving their missions both personally and professionally.
Our in-person Cambridge grief group is a safe place to process grief and connect with others who understand. Research shows that addressing grief during young adulthood is crucial for lifelong emotional wellbeing, helping prevent the prolonged pain that can come from unprocessed loss. Past participants consistently share how meaningful it's been to find understanding and support during this chapter of life. Our ongoing group is starting a new round soon. More details can be found at www.1awellness.com/groups-and-workshops/
My expertise include neuropsychological and psychological assessment, psychodynamic therapy, and targeted interventions such as applied behavior analysis (ABA), cognitive behavioral techniques and cognitive restructuring for PTSD.
Our in-person Cambridge grief group is a safe place to process grief and connect with others who understand. Research shows that addressing grief during young adulthood is crucial for lifelong emotional wellbeing, helping prevent the prolonged pain that can come from unprocessed loss. Past participants consistently share how meaningful it's been to find understanding and support during this chapter of life. Our ongoing group is starting a new round soon. More details can be found at www.1awellness.com/groups-and-workshops/
The Complex Trauma Institute is offering a 12-week, co-ed group: Complex Trauma 201: Creative Coping. Begins Fall 2024 and will explore themes related to common trauma responses, and safe ways to manage dysregulation. Group members will also gain tools related to containment, affect management, and somatic regulation, while building community amongst others who are navigating the experience of complex trauma. This is not a process group, but members are welcome to share experiences as beneficial to themselves and the group. Meets in-person weekly. Cost is $1,000 flat rate due before the first session; insurance not accepted.
The Complex Trauma Institute is offering a 12-week, co-ed group: Complex Trauma 201: Creative Coping. Begins Fall 2024 and will explore themes related to common trauma responses, and safe ways to manage dysregulation. Group members will also gain tools related to containment, affect management, and somatic regulation, while building community amongst others who are navigating the experience of complex trauma. This is not a process group, but members are welcome to share experiences as beneficial to themselves and the group. Meets in-person weekly. Cost is $1,000 flat rate due before the first session; insurance not accepted.
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Trauma and PTSD Support Groups
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.