Group Therapy Programme

At Talking Therapies, we offer supportive, evidence-based groups, predominantly delivered using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). These groups cover the following topics: 

 

Understanding Series

A three-part introduction designed to help you understand your difficulties and explore the support available.

· Includes: Understanding Depression, Understanding Anxiety, Understanding Trauma

· Each group runs for three sessions, online via Microsoft Teams

· Explains why symptoms occur and what can help

· Introduces the Talking Therapies team and local support services

· Includes videos, testimonies, and evidence-based information

· Required before moving forward with your care package

 

Depression Group

6 – 12 sessions, online via Microsoft Teams with some face-to-face availability

Learn how thoughts and behaviours influence low mood and how to make positive changes.

· Recognise unhelpful thinking patterns

· Set small, achievable goals

· Increase enjoyable or meaningful activities

· Reduce isolation through shared experiences in the group

 

Generalised Anxiety Disorder Group

6 – 12 sessions, online via Microsoft Teams with some face-to-face availability

Understand how worry works and learn tools to manage overwhelming anxiety.

· Challenge persistent “what if” thoughts

· Reduce physical tension

· Gradually face fears with guidance

· Feel reassured through shared experiences in the group

 

Low Self-Esteem Group

11 sessions, online via Microsoft Teams

Build confidence by challenging negative self-beliefs and developing self-compassion.

· Identify unhelpful beliefs about yourself

· Practise self-compassion and assertiveness

· Develop a more balanced and kinder self-view

· Learn alongside others with similar difficulties

 

Sleep Group

6 sessions, online via Microsoft Teams

Improve sleep quality by changing habits and managing night-time thoughts.

· Understand what disrupts sleep

· Create a consistent sleep routine

· Manage racing thoughts

· Reduce unhelpful sleep behaviours

· Make gradual changes with group support

 

Long-Term Conditions Group

6 – 10 sessions, online via Microsoft Teams

Support for people living with any physical health condition to manage emotional and practical challenges.

· Safe, compassionate space to share experiences

· Explore how thoughts and feelings impact symptoms (e.g., pain, fatigue, stress)

· Learn practical wellbeing strategies

· Build confidence and coping skills

· Benefit from shared learning and mutual support