TREATMENT PROGRAMMES

Group Therapy

Through various forms of group therapy, people can get the support they need to improve while building connections that matter to them. At Kembali, we offer opportunities for people to connect with others struggling with similar burdens so they can work collectively toward recovery.

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What Is Group Therapy?

The best things in life are done in groups. Meals often taste better when eaten with loved ones, and sharing traumatic experiences with others often makes the load lighter. Interpersonal connection is a cornerstone of the human experience, and it’s no different when a person is struggling with addiction or a mental disorder.

Group therapy is a type of psychotherapy where a small number of individuals, typically around 5-15 people, meet regularly with a trained psychologist to work on various issues together. This therapeutic approach offers a unique environment for sharing experiences, receiving support, and gaining insights from others facing similar challenges.

In group therapy sessions, participants interact with each other to share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. The therapist facilitates discussions, provides guidance, and encourages group members to explore their emotions and behaviours in a safe and supportive setting. Using group therapy can be an effective and cost-efficient approach to addressing a wide range of mental health issues. It can provide a supportive group setting for healing and personal growth.

Understanding Group Therapy Sessions

Group therapy sessions follow a structured format while allowing for open dialogue and sharing among group members, with members usually taking turns to speak. At the beginning of a session, there may be a check-in where each participant briefly shares their feelings or any updates since the last time the group met. The group leader may then introduce a specific topic or theme for discussion based on the group’s needs or goals. Topics range from managing and regulating emotions and coping strategies to communication skills and relationship dynamics.

During discussions, members are encouraged to share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences related to the topic within the group. The group leader facilitates the conversation, encourages members to listen actively, and provides feedback or guidance. Members may also offer each other support, validation, and insights, fostering a sense of camaraderie and understanding.

Group therapy may often incorporate therapeutic techniques such as role-playing, learning new skills, mindfulness exercises, cognitive-behavioural strategies, or experiential techniques to deepen self-awareness and promote positive change. Sessions typically end with a summary, reflections on key insights, and setting goals or intentions for the next group meeting.

Why Choose Kembali for Group Therapy?

Affordable, High Quality Group Treatment

At Kembali, everyone should have access to group treatment led by experts without worrying about financial resources. Our programme provides a safe and supportive environment for your healing journey at lower costs. It is much cheaper than Australian centres, which charge about $30,000. Your well-being is important to us, and we want to help everyone heal with appropriate access to high-quality treatment.

Healing Through Group Therapy

Group therapy is a form of treatment that fosters connection and growth. At Kembali, our group format establishes group cohesion and creates a safe, supportive space to explore personal challenges.

Led by skilled group therapists, our sessions follow proven group norms to ensure every participant feels heard and valued.

Holistic Approach to Group Treatment

Recovery is more than just addressing surface issues; it’s about restoring balance in every aspect of life. Our programmes combine cognitive-behavioural group therapy with holistic practices such as yoga, meditation, and sound healing to nurture your mind, body, and spirit.

Tailored Care for Every Group and Individual

No two journeys are the same. Whether you’re facing addiction, a personality disorder, or other challenges, our team of psychiatrists and professionals trained in individual psychotherapy will craft a group experience that aligns with your unique needs and goals.

Compassionate Expert-Led Group Process

Our experienced team of group therapists and psychiatrists brings empathy and professionalism to every session. We adhere to the highest standards set by organisations like the American Group Psychotherapy Association, ensuring a group process that is therapeutic, collaborative, and impactful.

Bali's Inspiring Setting for Group Healing

In Bali’s serene landscapes, Kembali offers the ultimate environment for transformative group experiences. From immersive activities like temple visits to mindfulness sessions, our location enhances the healing journey, helping you connect deeply with yourself and others.

Benefits of Group Therapy

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Support and Validation

Group therapy often validates a person’s feelings and struggles. Many people who struggle with mental health concerns can often find that their feelings are dismissed because there is no physical evidence of their illnesses. However, coming to group therapy provides them with a space wherein they are listened to, and their concerns are heard and not dismissed outright. They are met with empathy. This can reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness that often accompany mental health disorders.

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Normalisation

One of the main reasons that people who struggle with their mental health become isolated is that no one around them understands what they are going through. This is also a reason why mental health concerns are often dismissed. But by going to therapy groups, a person can see for themselves that other people have had similar difficulties to them, and there is nothing aberrant about their condition. This helps reduce feelings of shame and stigmatisation.

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Relationship Building

Building on the above, group therapy can help foster relationships among the group members. Building trust and relationships among members can give them a sense of belonging. This can be helpful as many people can find themselves with strained interpersonal relationships as a result of their struggles, especially in the case of substance use disorder, and these new relationships formed within the group may become a source of encouragement and support, both of which are vital to recovery.

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Learning from Others

A major benefit of this type of therapy, when compared to individual psychotherapy, is that some members of the group may be further along in their recovery than others. This allows others to learn from them and apply these lessons and experiences to their recovery as they progress.

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Accountability

Group therapy can also help hold individuals accountable for their recovery. Other group members can show a person if they’re not working as hard on their recovery as they could be and provide constructive criticism. This motivates the other person to keep going until they reach the end.

Reasons for Joining Group Therapy

How Can Group Therapy Complement Individual Therapy Sessions?

Many people who attend individual sessions can also join a group therapy programme for many reasons. One reason for joining is to feel less alone. Another reason is that group dynamics allow people to apply the skills they learned in individual sessions. For example, being part of a group can help people improve their communication skills, which many work on in separate sessions.

Another way that group sessions can complement individual sessions is that they can provide continuity of care, ensuring that patients receive continuous support and interventions tailored to their needs. Combining both modalities can create a comprehensive and effective approach to treatment.

How Joining a Therapeutic Group Works

Joining a support group can be as simple as finding one online and attending a meeting. However, the process can also involve a mental health professional assessing a person and discussing the patient’s needs, concerns, and goals regarding therapy. If it’s decided that group therapy is suitable for the patient’s needs, the professional can then make recommendations based on the patient’s concerns, like depression and anxiety, and the composition of the group based on factors such as age, gender, or sexual orientation.

The patient is then given information about the group, so they know what to expect and the ground rules and guidelines for participation. They’ll also be given logistical details such as when and where the group meets. Some programmes may offer an orientation session for new members to provide an overview of group therapy principles, the group’s purpose and goals, and to allow the new patient to meet the therapist and other members. Once all of the above is done, the patient attends their first session and is expected to participate actively in the respective stages of group therapy.

You’re Not Alone

Struggling with mental health, process addiction, or substance use can be lonely. Many people isolate themselves out of a sense of shame or because they prioritise their bad habits over their relationships. But people need to have a human connection. Humans are inherently social, and losing out on this connection can harm a person’s physical and mental well-being.

Group therapy offers more than just mental health services. It also offers a person an opportunity to make connections with other people. This not only leads to better mental health but better emotional health as well. At Kembali, we offer a chance at this connection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Evidence indicates that group psychotherapy is as effective as individual therapy for depression, anxiety, and substance use. It fosters belonging and normalisation, uplifting participants on their recovery journey.