NO SHAME IN SELF-LOVE
VIRTUAL GROUP THERAPY
Benefits of Group Therapy
Community and Connection
Group therapy can lead to feelings of belonging and validation through shared and collective understanding and experiences.
Reducing Stigma
Mental health struggles are often stigmatized in South Asian communities. Hearing others’ experiences helps normalize seeking support.
Learning from Others
We can gain insight and strategies from people who understand and experience our challenges.
Culturally Safe Space for Expression
Group therapy allows clients to experience speaking openly in a safe, non-judgmental environment, helping us express our emotions and opinions more freely.
Breakdown of Each Group Session
SESSION 1
Understanding your Inner Critic
This session helps you identify our critical part of ourselves. This session will provide the groundwork to start working through these thoughts and emotions.
SESSION 2
Addressing The Guilt and Shame We Carry
Learn how guilt and shame affect your well-being and discover practical tools to heal, release self-blame, and step into a space of self-empowerment.
SESSION 3
Self-Compassion - Accepting Yourself
Understanding the meaning of self-compassion, debunking myths of self-compassion, and learning skills to practice.
SESSION 4
Rewriting Your Inner Story - Challenging Negative Thoughts
This session will review skills to help challenge and reframe our self-critical thoughts - rewriting our inner narrative.
SESSION 5
Taking Up Space - Assertive Communication
This session focuses on the importance of taking up space—assertively communicating your needs, opinions, and limitations, while managing guilt, shame, or fear.
SESSION 6
Thriving in Self-Love - Putting it All Together
This final session is about integrating everything you've learned into a cohesive approach to self-love and personal growth.
FAQ
When does group start and is it virtual?
The proposed start date is in April, and all sessions are virtual.
How many people in group?
Approx. 6-8 people per session.
Is this a drop-in group?
No, it's a closed group. You are encouraged to attend all sessions to fully benefit from therapy. We do not offer rolling admission. You are unable to drop-in at any session.
What is the cost?
Each session is $75.00. Group therapy is covered by most insurance companies.
Do I have to attend all sessions?
You are encouraged to attend all sessions to get the most benefit. If you miss an appointment, the facilitator (Dr. Bahl) will provide a "catch-up" individual session.
Will there be homework?
Each session will include skills, reflective questions, to review outside of sessions.