Curriculum
Meet your fellow group members, review norms for group therapy, and get an introduction to mindfulness.
Understand the concept of values, how they differ from goals, and how you can identify and explore your own to improve your mental health.
Learn more about your nervous system and techniques for regulating it to keep your stress in check.
Understand the relationship between emotions, thoughts, and behaviors and practice an exercise to become more aware of your feelings.
Learn about how your behaviors can impact how you feel and how you can intentionally change your behavior to manage your well-being.
Discover how getting caught up in unhelpful thought patterns can affect your emotions and learn how to reframe thoughts to improve your resilience.
Taking what you learned about thinking traps, understand and practice how to challenge your own unhelpful thinking.
Understand the concept of “cognitive defusion,” or separating yourself from your thoughts, and learn meditations and exercises to help you practice it.
Learn about self-compassion, why some people struggle with it, and how to practice it in your own life.
Learn about different communication styles and how to set healthy boundaries to improve your well-being.
Learn specific strategies for cultivating more happiness and well-being in your life.
Review what you’ve learned and participate in a closing exercise to reflect on the progress you and your fellow group members have made.
Group Therapy
Come together to collectively learn, grow, and support one another.
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Strength in numbers
Group therapy is a proven-effective way to improve your mental health. When you find strength and support in community, it's easier not to feel alone.
Managing Stress
Exploring Boundaries
Understanding Emotions
Finding Joy & Compassion
Join us for this virtual group therapy series that will help you understand stress in the body, use the power of breath, explore boundaries and self-care, and more.
How it works
Sign up to join a group that's right for you
Check your inbox for emails from us on how to sign up, or email support@twochairs.com for help.
Attend 12 weekly sessions virtually
Come together to collectively grow and support one another through different topics on building resilience.
Strengthen your skills in and outside of sessions
Your group facilitator will provide you with guided exercises to help you practice what you’ve learned.
Gain new tools for building resilience
You’ll graduate with new strategies to help you deal with stress and other difficult emotions and find more joy, connection and vitality in your life.
Sign up to join a group that's right for you
Choose the group that fits you and your schedule.
Attend 12 weekly sessions virtually
Come together to collectively grow and support one another through different topics on building resilience.
Strengthen your skills in and outside of sessions
Your group facilitator will provide you with guided exercises to help you practice what you’ve learned.
Gain new tools for building resilience
You’ll graduate with new strategies to help you deal with stress and other difficult emotions and find more joy, connection and vitality in your life.
Why group therapy at Two Chairs
Proven Outcomes
Most past Two Chairs group members have seen a reduction in symptoms of anxiety and stress.
Licensed Therapists
All groups are facilitated by exceptional licensed clinicians with specialized training in group therapy.
Measurable Progress
By checking in regularly, you’ll be able to quantify and track your progress week by week.
Affordable & Reimbursable
Group therapy is one of the most cost-effective forms of care and some insurance plans may cover a portion of the cost.
What others are saying about group therapy
FAQs
About Group Therapy
What is group therapy?
Group therapy is a type of psychotherapy in which a small number of people meet with a facilitator — a professionally trained therapist — to help themselves while helping others. Groups typically meet for an hour weekly, for a period of anywhere from a few weeks to a few years. Some groups are "closed," where the members are the same every time and commit to a certain number of sessions together, while others are "open,” allowing people to drop-in for connection and support as needed.
At Two Chairs, we offer what are called “skills groups.” These closed group offerings are structured around learning strategies to manage difficult thoughts, feelings, or emotions.
How do I know if group therapy is right for me?
Group therapy is a widely used treatment option that has been around for over 50 years, and research indicates that it is as effective (or more, in some cases) as individual therapy.* The vast majority of people can benefit from group therapy, and it can be used to treat everything from stress, depression, and anxiety to grief, trauma, and substance use disorders.
*McRoberts, Burlingame, & Hoag, 1998, Burlingame, MacKenzie, & Strauss, 2004
Will I get enough individual attention in a group setting?
At Two Chairs, we take pride in providing personalized care for each of our clients. Part of the facilitator’s job is to manage the group’s time such that everyone who wants to share and contribute has equal opportunity to do so.
How do I know what I say will be kept confidential?
A safe and confidential environment is essential to a successful therapy experience. All statements made by group members will be treated with the utmost respect and confidentiality by both the facilitator and other group members. Group therapy facilitators are ethically and legally mandated to keep all communications confidential within the Two Chairs organization. There are exceptions to that rule, but the facilitator will only break confidentiality if the safety of a group member, or anyone else, is at risk.
There is a similar expectation from group members around confidentiality. At the beginning of your group, members agree to maintain the confidentiality of the other members’ identities and statements. It is the facilitator’s job, in collaboration with the members, to ensure that all members are treated with respect. Building comfort and safety in a group takes time!
What will be covered in group therapy?
In our Building Resilience program, you will learn a variety of strategies for managing stress, coping with difficult emotions, and setting boundaries to create more space for yourself. Led by your facilitator, you and the other group members will also help each other develop skills for living lives filled with joy, vitality, connection, and purpose.
An overview of the Building Resilience curriculum and further details will be provided to participants for each session.
How do I join a group?
Once you have been referred to group therapy at Two Chairs, you’ll fill out an intake form where you’ll have the option to select which group fits your schedule best. You can expect to be admitted as long as there are available spots left in the group.
How long is group therapy and each group session?
Our program is a 12-week closed group curriculum which meets once a week for 12 consecutive weeks. You will receive a calendar invitation for 12 weeks plus two backup weeks (should your facilitator need to cancel at any point).
Group therapy is conducted in 60-minute sessions, and will be scheduled for a set day of the week and time throughout the program.
Please see here for the details of our active groups.
Where will we meet?
Groups will meet virtually via Google Meet. You will receive a calendar invite with the Google Meet link for each session.
How many people will be in my group?
Our groups typically have 10-12 participants and one group facilitator.
Will I know who else is in my group?
For the privacy of your fellow group participants, we do not share who will be in your group in advance. If you have concerns about a participant, please contact your facilitator.
Where can I get more information about your policies and privacy practices?
What happens if I miss a group session? What happens if I am late?
If you arrive 10+ minutes late for a group session, you may not be let into the session.
If you are unable to attend a session, please contact the group facilitator at least 48 hours in advance.
In order to hold your slot and ensure the continuity needed for high-quality care, we allow a maximum of 2 missed sessions (including advance cancellations and/or missed sessions) across the 12-week group session. If you miss a third session, you will no longer be able to move forward with the group.
You will be responsible for the full session fee if cancellation occurs less than 48 hours before your scheduled session or if you miss your appointment.
What happens if I miss the first group session?
If you miss the first group session, you will not be able to continue with the group. In order to provide a space of safety and cohesion, it is necessary to attend the first session to participate in initial introductions with your fellow group mates and set expectations for the group’s structure, content, and code of conduct.
If you miss the first session and would still like to join a group, you may sign up for one of our later groups.
What if the current days and times don’t work for me?
If none of our available groups works for you, please check back in with us later as we are adding new groups every few weeks. As long as you have an active referral, we will send you a notification when new groups have been added.
What if I can't join the current group session? Do I have to wait 12 weeks for the next session to start?
Once a group has met for its first session, no new clients may join. If you are unable to successfully register for a group at least 2 business days before its start date, we will send you a notification when new groups have been added.
I’m already in individual therapy; can I do group therapy at the same time?
No. We are not currently offering individual therapy and group therapy at the same time so that we can effectively track and account for clients' progress based on specific treatment modalities.
What if I don’t think this group is a good fit for me?
If at any point you don’t think the group is a good fit, please reach out to your group facilitator. They will work with you to determine the best next steps for your care journey.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group therapy sessions are typically less than half the price of individual therapy, making them a more affordable option. Depending on your insurance coverage, the cost can range from $0 to $85 per session.
How does billing and insurance work?
Billing will depend on the coverage of your plan. If you have any billing questions, please reach out to support@twochairs.com via email, or call us at 415-202-5159.
Will I incur any fees if I am late or miss a session?
Depending on your insurance coverage, you may incur a fee for the price of the session (up to $85) if you miss a session or cancel less than 48 hours in advance.
If you are more than 10 minutes late to a session, you may not be allowed to enter the session and it will be counted as missed, thus incurring a fee.
What if I have technical difficulties that prevent me from joining a group session?
We recommend arriving 5-10 minutes in advance to preview your Google Meet video and check your setup before the session starts. For additional troubleshooting support for network, audio, and video issues, please refer to this resource.
If you continue to experience technical issues and are unable to connect, please email your group facilitator as soon as possible. They will provide guidance on what you missed.
Do I need a Google account to join a session?
If you do not have a Google account, you will need to join your session using a web browser because Google Meet is inaccessible on mobile without an account.
What is group therapy?
Group therapy is a type of psychotherapy in which a small number of people meet with a facilitator — a professionally trained therapist — to help themselves while helping others. Groups typically meet for an hour weekly, for a period of anywhere from a few weeks to a few years. Some groups are "closed," where the members are the same every time and commit to a certain number of sessions together, while others are "open,” allowing people to drop-in for connection and support as needed.
At Two Chairs, we offer what are called “skills groups.” These closed group offerings are structured around learning strategies to manage difficult thoughts, feelings, or emotions.
How do I know if group therapy is right for me?
Group therapy is a widely used treatment option that has been around for over 50 years, and research indicates that it is as effective (or more, in some cases) as individual therapy.* The vast majority of people can benefit from group therapy, and it can be used to treat everything from stress, depression, and anxiety to grief, trauma, and substance use disorders.
*McRoberts, Burlingame, & Hoag, 1998, Burlingame, MacKenzie, & Strauss, 2004
Will I get enough individual attention in a group setting?
At Two Chairs, we take pride in providing personalized care for each of our clients. Part of the facilitator’s job is to manage the group’s time such that everyone who wants to share and contribute has equal opportunity to do so.
How do I know what I say will be kept confidential?
A safe and confidential environment is essential to a successful therapy experience. All statements made by group members will be treated with the utmost respect and confidentiality by both the facilitator and other group members. Group therapy facilitators are ethically and legally mandated to keep all communications confidential within the Two Chairs organization. There are exceptions to that rule, but the facilitator will only break confidentiality if the safety of a group member, or anyone else, is at risk.
There is a similar expectation from group members around confidentiality. At the beginning of your group, members agree to maintain the confidentiality of the other members’ identities and statements. It is the facilitator’s job, in collaboration with the members, to ensure that all members are treated with respect. Building comfort and safety in a group takes time!
What will be covered in group therapy?
In our Building Resilience program, you will learn a variety of strategies for managing stress, coping with difficult emotions, and setting boundaries to create more space for yourself. Led by your facilitator, you and the other group members will also help each other develop skills for living lives filled with joy, vitality, connection, and purpose.
An overview of the Building Resilience curriculum and further details will be provided to participants for each session.
How do I join a group?
Once you have been referred to Two Chairs for group therapy by the Kaiser Permanente Washington Mental Health Access Center, you’ll fill out an intake form where you’ll have the option to select which group fits your schedule best. You can expect to be admitted as long as there are available spots left in the group.
How long is group therapy and each group session?
Our program is a 12-week closed group curriculum which meets once a week for 12 consecutive weeks. You will receive a calendar invitation for 12 weeks plus two backup weeks (should your facilitator need to cancel at any point).
Group therapy is conducted in 60-minute sessions, and will be scheduled for a set day of the week and time throughout the program.
Please see here for the details of our active groups.
Where will we meet?
Groups will meet virtually via Google Meet. You will receive a calendar invite with the Google Meet link for each session.
How many people will be in my group?
Our groups typically have 10-12 participants and one group facilitator.
Will I know who else is in my group?
For the privacy of your fellow group participants, we do not share who will be in your group in advance. If you have concerns about a participant, please contact your facilitator.
Where can I get more information about your policies and privacy practices?
What happens if I miss a group session? What happens if I am late?
If you arrive 10+ minutes late for a group session, you may not be let into the session.
If you are unable to attend a session, please contact the group facilitator at least 48 hours in advance.
In order to hold your slot and ensure the continuity needed for high-quality care, we allow a maximum of 2 missed sessions (including advance cancellations and/or missed sessions) across the 12-week group session. If you miss a third session, you will no longer be able to move forward with the group.
You will be responsible for the full session fee if cancellation occurs less than 48 hours before your scheduled session or if you miss your appointment.
What if the current days and times don’t work for me?
If none of our available groups works for you, please check back in with us later as we are adding new groups every few weeks. As long as you have an active referral, we will send you a notification when new groups have been added.
What if I can't join the current group session? Do I have to wait 12 weeks for the next session to start?
Once a group has met for its first session, no new clients may join. If you are unable to successfully register for a group at least 2 business days before its start date, we will send you a notification when new groups have been added.
I’m already in individual therapy; can I do group therapy at the same time?
No. We are not currently offering individual therapy and group therapy at the same time so that we can effectively track and account for clients' progress based on specific treatment modalities.
What if I don’t think this group is a good fit for me?
If at any point you don’t think the group is a good fit, please reach out to your group facilitator. They will work with you to determine the best next steps for your care journey.
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