Group Work
Human beings are social beings.
At Gulmohar, we encourage and foster learning and healing in groups. A psychological group is structured, created and facilitated by psychologists. These groups are evidence-based, i.e. careful planning and research goes behind their development and implementation.
Benefits of Group Work
- Universality: Recognizing that there are others who have similar problems. 'I am not alone in my suffering'.
- Instillation of Hope: By witnessing other people learn and grow.
- Boost in self-esteem: Borne out of helping others in the group ('I am valuable').
- Increase in knowledge: About one's problems and how to cope with them.
- Catharsis: Emotional relief that comes from uninhibited expression of emotions.
Support Groups
The simple purpose of a support group is to provide people with a support network and a reminder that they are not alone. Encountering people who are experiencing similar struggles can reduce feelings of isolation as well as promote adaptive coping.
Group Therapy
Group Therapy offers more than just support. It focuses on the individual growth of each member, helps them work on their mental health and bring about deep personal change. Presence of two therapists ensures equitable attention.
Discussion Groups
Our Discussion Groups are usually short (1-2 hours) and structured, with the aim to encourage reflection and meaning making amongst group participants. People from different walks of life come together to share their experiences and learnings with each other.