Group sessions range from 60-120 minutes on an array of topics related to mental health and substance use concerns. Group is a form of psychotherapy that involves one or more therapists working with several people at the same time. Groups can be as small as three or four people, but often get as large as eight to twelve participants. Group sessions are often held one time per week for up to 8-12 weeks depending on curriculum and agenda of group. Group therapy is a powerful therapeutic modality, which promotes change and healing in a community of support and connection.
SUMMER ART GROUP! – SIGN UP NOW
What: This group will focus on art activities that support engaging in social skills and positive coping. The project will be a no-waste paper collage using forms and colors.
Who: This is an open gender group for all adults over 18. We do require that you have an individual therapist, though that person does not need to work at Forward Counseling. No prior art experience or level of skill is necessary, just an open mind and willingness to engage.
When: We will meet every Tuesday from June 24th – August 12th from 3:00-4:30pm
Facilitator: Becky Hiller, LMFT, SUD, EMDR I&II
Where: In-person at the new Forward Counseling and Consultation office located at 2000 Fordem Ave, Madison, WI 53704.
Attendance Policy: We will only hold a group if there are 3 or more people attending, so we ask that you confirm your attendance by 10am the morning of the group. If there are not enough people attending, an email and/or text will be sent to inform of a cancellation.
For Community Comprehensive Services Referrals:
Contact Forward Counseling and Consultation intake at info@forward-counseling.com regarding referral process. To be eligible for attendance in this group CCS Service Facilitator will need authorization 16 ISDE hours.
Healing Complex PTSD Support Group – SIGN UP NOW!
What: The Focus of the Healing Complex PTSD group is to understand symptoms and approaches to healing complex trauma. Participants will be guided by a therapist through a six week series of topics of reflection. Workbooks and supplies will be provided. Must be 18+ to join. A brief, warm meet-and-greet with the therapist is required to join the group.
Who: This is an open gender group for all adults. Participation is expected, though
we understand that people will engage differently and as they are able. We will work
together to make a safe and inclusive environment. Must be 18+ to join.
When: Every Wednesday 10-11:30 AM for 6 Weeks
Where: In-person at the new Forward Counseling and Consultation office located at 2000 Fordem Ave, Madison, WI 53704
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Facilitator: Stephanie Daugherty, CISW
Attendance Policy: We will only hold a group if there are 3 or more people attending, so we
ask that you confirm your attendance by 10am the morning of the group. If there are not
enough people attending, an email and/or text will be sent to inform of a cancellation
Send referrals to info@forward-counseling.com to set individuals up to attend group. CCS participants must be approved for 16 ISDE service hours for group attendance.
YIN YOGA – SIGN UP NOW!
Date: ON-GOING – Every Thursday from 2:00 – 3:15 PM
Where: In-person at the new Forward Counseling and Consultation office located at 2000 Fordem Ave, Madison, WI 53704
Facilitator: Ann Frisella, Yoga Teacher (RYT-200), LPC, SAC-IT, SEP-IT
Yin Yang Yoga
As we transition into Spring and Summer, the group will start with more vinyasa style movement before transitioning to yin practice. When we’re practicing yin yoga, it’s important to remember that yin is not the only energy we’re working with. Yin can only exist because it has an opposite: Yang. And just because they’re opposites doesn’t mean they are opposed.Yin and Yang create each other. They can’t exist without the other.ing for meditation practice.
What to expect: Each week will explore breath work and postures that reconnect to the body (physical and emotional) and
improve whole self-awareness. All levels of experience are welcome. Equipment (mat, strap, blocks) will be provided by the agency, though you can bring your own if you prefer. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.
History: Yoga has been studied and proven to support overall health, increasing flexibility and strength, reducing inflammation, improving coping with depression and anxiety, and many more benefits.
To join: Please email info@forward-counseling.com with referrals and questions about the process to join. CCS referrals will need at least10 hours of ISDE service approved.
Past Groups
Reach out to info@forward-counseling.com to let us know of your interest in the Seeking Safety group.
Seeking Safety
If we see enough of an interest in this topic we are open to starting another group!
Who can join: Persons age 18+ who have experienced trauma and struggle with substance use. The group is a co-educational therapy group for everyone.
This 10-week group is designed to help participants to become safer in relationships, thinking, and action and focus on these coping skills topics:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and taking back your power
- Practicing compassion and honesty
- Recovery thinking
- Understanding when substances control you
- Increasing self-nurturing activities and taking good care of one’s body
- Setting boundaries in relationships
- Learning to ask for help from safe people
- Getting others to support your recovery
- Healing from anger, and more…
Reach out to info@forward-counseling.com to let us know of your interest in the Seeking Safety group.