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.
Yoga For Recovery – SIGN UP NOW!
Date: Every Thursday, July 11th to August 15th
Location: Forward Counseling Yoga Room (in-person)
2000 Engel Street, Suite 201 Monona, WI 53713
Facilitator: Ann Frisella, Yoga Teacher, RYT-200, LPC, SAC-IT, SEP-IT
Yoga for Recovery is intended to be for anyone though especially for those working on their own addictive behavior or are affected by addictive behavior of others.
What to expect: Each week we will explore yoga and breath work to reconnect to the body (physical and emotional) and increase 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 your 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 8 hours of ISDE service approved.
Positive Coping with Art
What: This group is designed to help you build positive coping skills and increase social connections through creative art projects. The Focus of this group will be on building a safe community while engaging our senses, creativity, and humor!
Who: This is an open gender group for all adults. No prior art experience or level of skill is
necessary, just an open mind and willingness to engage. 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.
When: TBD
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 15 ISDE service hours for group attendance.
Seeking Safety
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.
When: TBD
Where: Forward Counseling and Consultation, 2000 Engel Street, Suite 201 Monona, WI 53713
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 for more detail on Seeking Safety group. Send referrals to info@forward-counseling.com to set individuals up to attend group. CCS participants must be approved for 30 ISDE service hours for group attendance.