Difficult Conversations: How to discuss what matters most

Wednesdays 6-7:30pm

Starting Fall, 2024

It’s hard to have conversations about things that matter. It can feel risky.

Especially in relationships with friends, at work, home, school, etc.

This group will help you learn how to have honest and safe conversations so you can resolve personal conflicts where stakes are high and opinions differ.

WHAT TO EXPECT…

a welcoming environment where you can share your experiences, receive support, and gain valuable insights

a safe space to connect with others who understand what you’re going through

WHO THIS GROUP IS FOR:

This group is ideal for individuals who want to improve their communication skills for personal or professional reasons. It is particularly beneficial for those who experience social anxiety, struggle with assertiveness, or wish to enhance their ability to engage effectively in conversations.

What are the benefits of support groups?

  1. Supportive Environment Participants can share experiences and receive support from others facing similar challenges.

  2. Diverse Perspectives Group members bring different perspectives, providing insights and solutions that may not be apparent in individual therapy.

  3. Skill Building It offers opportunities to practice communication, interpersonal, and coping skills in a safe setting.

  4. Reduced Isolation Participants often feel less alone in their struggles.

  5. Cost-Effective It’s often more affordable than therapy.

  6. Feedback and Validation Receiving feedback and validation from peers can boost self-esteem and confidence.

  7. Inspiration Observing others’ progress and strategies can inspire personal growth and change.

  8. Real-life Interaction It simulates real-life social interactions, which helps develop and improve social skills.

  9. Empathy and Compassion Group members can develop empathy and compassion by understanding others’ experiences.

  10. Lasting Change Group therapy can lead to lasting positive changes in personal relationships and overall well-being.