Survivors Group
I saw this posting in my office, and wanted to pass it along, as there are often groups for female survivors, but seem to rarely be any for males. (Other genders are rare too).
GROUP FOR MALE SURVIVORS
OF CHILDHOOD ABUSE
Victims of Violence Program
Beginning in May, 2009, a twelve-week psychoeducational group will be offered at the Central Street Health Center (26 Central Street, Somerville) for men recovering from childhood sexual and/or physical abuse. The group will meet on Mondays from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. It is organized around the following topics:
• Common Reactions to Trauma and PTSD
• Coping and Symptoms
• Trust
• Anger
• Shame and Self-Esteem
• Masculinity and Identity
• Relationships and Intimacy
• Sex and Sexuality
• Self-Care
• Recovery as a process
The group will focus on providing survivors with information about trauma and recovery, as well as offering an opportunity to connect with other men who have had similar experiences. The impact of past traumatic events on current functioning will be emphasized. The group is appropriate for a broad range of male survivors of childhood abuse. It is designed for men who are currently in a stable living situation and who are not offending or abusing substances.
The group will be led by Phillip Brown, LICSW To arrange a screening interview, or to request more detailed information, please contact Phillip at (617) 591-6104.
Thank you for your referrals.
Also, other services -
The Victims of Violence Program of the Cambridge Health Alliance:
Group Therapy Services
The Victims of Violence Program has been providing outpatient services to acutely and chronically traumatized populations since 1984. It has evolved into an internationally recognized center for the study and treatment of psychological trauma. Clinical services, multidisciplinary training, victim advocacy, empirical research, consultation, and community outreach comprise the central components of the program.
Groups Currently Screening for Spring 2009:
Women’s Trauma Group
This five month group is one in which members set individual goals which evolve as the group progresses. Examples of goals include the sharing of specific memories, disclosing the abuse to a significant other, integrating memory and affect, and addressing difficulties with intimacy in current relationships. Trauma histories are shared in this group. Contact Maggie Jarmolowski, LICSW at 617.591.6422. This group will be offered on Tuesdays from10:30-12noon.
Trauma & the Body
A twelve week supportive group emphasizing the management of PTSD symptoms in everyday living. Areas of focus include listening to the wisdom of the body, development of self care routines, and building and practicing skills designed to lower one’s level of stress and anxiety. Trauma histories are not explored in this group. Contact Jayme Shorin, LICSW at 617.591.6362. This group will be offered on Wednesdays from 3-4:30pm.
Addictions & Trauma Recovery Skills Group
A twelve week group providing education, skills, and support for members seeking to better understand the connection between addiction and trauma. Trauma histories are not explored in this group. Contact Janet Yassen, LICSW at 617. 591.6126. This group will be offered on Tuesdays from 3:30- 4:45pm.
Trauma Information Group
A ten week psychoeducational group focused on providing a supportive environment to understand the current impact of trauma. Topics discussed include PTSD, shame and self-blame, relationship-building, and the recovery process. Trauma histories are not explored in this group. Contact Lois Glass, LICSW at 617.591.6110. This group will be offered on Mondays from 4-5:00pm.
Male Survivors’ Group
A twelve week supportive and psychoeducational group. Topics discussed include trust, shame, masculinity/identity, relationships, PTSD, anger, and the recovery process. This group offers members an opportunity to discuss the impact of their trauma histories on their current life functioning. Contact Philip Brown, LICSW at 617 .591.6104. This group will be offered on Mondays from 6-7:30pm.
Homicide Bereavement Early Stage Support Group
A six week psychoeducational group which offers a framework for understanding the impact of profound loss due to homicide. Meetings are topic-focused and structured for optimal emotional safety. Screening is ongoing, and can be scheduled by contacting Holly Aldrich, LICSW at 617.591.6123. This group will be offered on Thursdays from 6-7:30pm.
Homicide Bereavement Ongoing Support Group
This group offers a safe and communal context for those who have lost a family member to homicide to engage in the “active” work of mourning. Contact Holly Aldrich, LICSW at 617.591.6123. This group meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 6:30 - 8:00pm.
For questions or group consultation, please contact Phillip Brown, LICSW, VOV Group Program Coordinator, at 617.591.6104 or by e mail at : pbrown1@challiance.org
I hope someone will benefit from this information.
Thank you.
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GROUP FOR MALE SURVIVORS
OF CHILDHOOD ABUSE
Victims of Violence Program
Beginning in May, 2009, a twelve-week psychoeducational group will be offered at the Central Street Health Center (26 Central Street, Somerville) for men recovering from childhood sexual and/or physical abuse. The group will meet on Mondays from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. It is organized around the following topics:
• Common Reactions to Trauma and PTSD
• Coping and Symptoms
• Trust
• Anger
• Shame and Self-Esteem
• Masculinity and Identity
• Relationships and Intimacy
• Sex and Sexuality
• Self-Care
• Recovery as a process
The group will focus on providing survivors with information about trauma and recovery, as well as offering an opportunity to connect with other men who have had similar experiences. The impact of past traumatic events on current functioning will be emphasized. The group is appropriate for a broad range of male survivors of childhood abuse. It is designed for men who are currently in a stable living situation and who are not offending or abusing substances.
The group will be led by Phillip Brown, LICSW To arrange a screening interview, or to request more detailed information, please contact Phillip at (617) 591-6104.
Thank you for your referrals.
Also, other services -
The Victims of Violence Program of the Cambridge Health Alliance:
Group Therapy Services
The Victims of Violence Program has been providing outpatient services to acutely and chronically traumatized populations since 1984. It has evolved into an internationally recognized center for the study and treatment of psychological trauma. Clinical services, multidisciplinary training, victim advocacy, empirical research, consultation, and community outreach comprise the central components of the program.
Groups Currently Screening for Spring 2009:
Women’s Trauma Group
This five month group is one in which members set individual goals which evolve as the group progresses. Examples of goals include the sharing of specific memories, disclosing the abuse to a significant other, integrating memory and affect, and addressing difficulties with intimacy in current relationships. Trauma histories are shared in this group. Contact Maggie Jarmolowski, LICSW at 617.591.6422. This group will be offered on Tuesdays from10:30-12noon.
Trauma & the Body
A twelve week supportive group emphasizing the management of PTSD symptoms in everyday living. Areas of focus include listening to the wisdom of the body, development of self care routines, and building and practicing skills designed to lower one’s level of stress and anxiety. Trauma histories are not explored in this group. Contact Jayme Shorin, LICSW at 617.591.6362. This group will be offered on Wednesdays from 3-4:30pm.
Addictions & Trauma Recovery Skills Group
A twelve week group providing education, skills, and support for members seeking to better understand the connection between addiction and trauma. Trauma histories are not explored in this group. Contact Janet Yassen, LICSW at 617. 591.6126. This group will be offered on Tuesdays from 3:30- 4:45pm.
Trauma Information Group
A ten week psychoeducational group focused on providing a supportive environment to understand the current impact of trauma. Topics discussed include PTSD, shame and self-blame, relationship-building, and the recovery process. Trauma histories are not explored in this group. Contact Lois Glass, LICSW at 617.591.6110. This group will be offered on Mondays from 4-5:00pm.
Male Survivors’ Group
A twelve week supportive and psychoeducational group. Topics discussed include trust, shame, masculinity/identity, relationships, PTSD, anger, and the recovery process. This group offers members an opportunity to discuss the impact of their trauma histories on their current life functioning. Contact Philip Brown, LICSW at 617 .591.6104. This group will be offered on Mondays from 6-7:30pm.
Homicide Bereavement Early Stage Support Group
A six week psychoeducational group which offers a framework for understanding the impact of profound loss due to homicide. Meetings are topic-focused and structured for optimal emotional safety. Screening is ongoing, and can be scheduled by contacting Holly Aldrich, LICSW at 617.591.6123. This group will be offered on Thursdays from 6-7:30pm.
Homicide Bereavement Ongoing Support Group
This group offers a safe and communal context for those who have lost a family member to homicide to engage in the “active” work of mourning. Contact Holly Aldrich, LICSW at 617.591.6123. This group meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 6:30 - 8:00pm.
For questions or group consultation, please contact Phillip Brown, LICSW, VOV Group Program Coordinator, at 617.591.6104 or by e mail at : pbrown1@challiance.org
I hope someone will benefit from this information.
Thank you.
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