Process Group Therapy

Engaging in process group therapy offers a multitude of meaningful advantages. Through this transformative journey, participants not only cultivate a deeper self-awareness but also hone their abilities to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics within a supportive group setting. By fostering a space for introspection and dialogue, individuals develop the tools to articulate their thoughts and emotions effectively, fostering healthier and more sustainable relationships. Read on to discover how you can harness the power of this process to enhance your personal and professional growth.

Current Process Groups At Ascending Psychology

If you would like to register for process group therapy please fill out the referral forms below

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Process Therapy Group

Day Tuesday
Time 10am – 11:30am
Frequency Weekly
Facilitators Dr. Christopher Zurawic and Dr. Sierra van Wyk

This group is open to people of all ages and gender orientations. It is a closed group, with the same members attending each week. Please contact the team to organise a free 30-minute consultation with Dr Christopher and Dr Sierra if you wish to join this group.

Waitlist Open

Group Currently Full

Process Therapy Group (Under 35’s group)

Day Tuesday
Time 4pm – 5:30pm
Frequency Weekly
Facilitators Dr. Christopher Zurawic

This group is open to people of all gender identifications who are under the age of 35 years. It is a closed group, with the same members attending each week. Please contact the team to organise a free 30-minute consultation with Dr Christopher and Dr Sierra if you wish to join this group.

Spaces Available

One space available

Process Therapy Group

Day Tuesday
Time 5:30pm – 7pm
Frequency Weekly
Facilitators Dr. Christopher Zurawic and Dr. Sierra van Wyk

Spaces Available

One space available

Experience Group Therapy

Often, the challenges we experience in the world show up in the group experience. What’s important about group therapy is that it gives us the opportunity to slow down and examine the way we relate to others, with the help of safe and real feedback, guided by an experienced moderator.

Dr. Christopher discusses the benefits of process groups

You may consider joining this group if you…

– Experience recurring frustration or dissatisfaction in your relationships.
– Encounter challenges in trusting others.
– Feel anxious in social settings.
– Struggle to initiate or sustain meaningful connections.
– Find yourself often prioritizing others’ needs over your own.
– Are curious about how others perceive you.
– Wrestle with asserting yourself confidently.
– Aspire to cultivate authenticity in your relationships.
– Seek to enhance your leadership qualities and inspire others.
– Desire to develop effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
– Aim to foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
– Wish to refine your decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
– Strive to empower and motivate your team members toward success.

What will this group be like?

Process groups meet weekly for 90 minutes. Process groups are safe, supportive environments where you can increase interpersonal effectiveness by learning how others experience you while simultaneously increasing your ability to communicate effectively. This can help to identify patterns that keep you stuck, and to try new approaches that allow you to get our needs met in the world. This is not a support group, but rather an interactional group designed to help you overcome fears of vulnerability and give you the tools you need to form satisfying relationships.

What are the details of the group?

This group is open to people of all gender identifications. The group is led by Dr. Christopher Zurawic, a registered clinical psychologist who has worked extensively with groups for 18 years. His training and expertise has been enhanced as a member of the American Group Psychotherapy Association, and he brings a passion for helping group members learn to feel safe in the here-and-now. As part of this, he supports the group to let go of the shame that is most often the obstacle to developing fulfilling relationships. Tuesday morning and evening groups are co-facilitated with Dr. Sierra van Wyk, a registered clinical psychologist who has worked clinically for over 10 years with clients across the lifespan. She is passionate about creating a safe environment for participants to step into vulnerablility and explore their fears and desires within the group setting.

It is important to note that the power of group work comes from each member and it is therefore critical that each person is available for the weekly process. In order to get the most benefit from the process, it is recommended that each person consider committing for at least 20 sessions. This allows for typical dynamics to start manifesting with other participants and offers space to observe, discuss, process and even adjust those patterns.

Are you ready to Join Group Therapy?

Excellent. Either give our friendly reception team a call on (02) 6693 2112 to book in for an initial consultation with Dr. Christopher and Dr. Sierra. You are also welcome to complete the referral form below. If you are an individual wanting to join a group, please fill out the Self-Referred Clients Form. If you are a professional wanting to refer a client, please fill out the Referrals from Professionals.

Once we hear from you or receive the referral form, we will book you in for the initial consultation. As part of this, you will be asked to complete several questionnaires. The results will be discussed with you during the initial intake and will help to identify your needs and whether process group is going to help you reach your goals.

Self-Referred Clients

Are you an individual wanting to join one of our process group therapy groups? Please fill out the referral form below. If you are a professional referring one of you clients please fill out the Medical Referrals from Professionals form instead

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone *

Address *

Date Of Birth *

Occupation *

Referral Information

Do you have a preferred group that you would be interested in joining?

Have you attended individual therapy or group therapy before? *

YES

Are you currently in therapy or seeing a mental health professional? *

YES

Please specify which therapy *

Consent

I understand that before commencing process group therapy, I will need to undertake a 60-minute assessment with Dr Christopher and Dr Sierra to ensure I have the opportunity to understand the commitment and ask any questions that I may have about the experience. It is also important that our facilitators have the opportunity to understand your needs and whether this is a suitable program for you at this time. Our admin team will make contact with you to book in this intake assessment.

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Referrals from Professionals

Are you a professional who wishes to refer a client to one of our process group therapy groups? Please fill out the referral form below. If you are an Individual wanting to join a process therapy group, please fill out the Self-Referred Clients form instead.

Referrer First Name *

Referrer Last Name *

Referrer Email *

Referrer Phone *

Referrer Organisation *

Patient Information

Patient First Name *

Patient Last Name *

Patient Email *

Patient Phone *

Referral Information

Is there a preferred group that your patient would be interested in joining?

Why are you referring this patient for process group therapy? *

Is there any additional information you would like to share about this patient?