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The Space
Online Support Group for Pandemic Times
The Space is an integration of psychological and somatic therapeutic approaches led by clinical psychologist, Dr. Claire Groves, DPysch, and somatic therapist, herbalist, & astrologer, Nawa Sybico. This weekly support group engages our inherent capacity for neuroplasticity by providing a communal space to practice our natural ability for self-regulation and co-regulation.
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Every Thursday in May-June at 6 pm AEST
(These 1hr 15 min sessions will not be recorded for privacy purposes)
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This support group was developed to help address the rising rates of mental health issues seen during these unprecedented times of crisis. The space is designed to create a field of connection and support as well as provide psychological and somatic skills. This approach seeks to maximise and redirect our own capacity for healing by tuning into the intelligence of our bodies, the power of human connection, and the creative possibilities of different perspectives.
Meet the Facilitators:
Nawa Sybico
Nawa is a psychotherapy student and trained somatic therapist with several years of experience facilitating groups.
Through their own personal healing journey with CPTSD, ADHD, chronic fatigue, & acquired brain injury, they have successfully applied psychotherapeutic & somatic interventions to rewire their own, as well as their clients' brains and make contact with a sense of self that is whole, dynamic, & joyous.
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Some of these joys include plant foraging, gardening, going to the beach with their dogs, & playing with lego!
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These 8 weeks, we will be:
Exploring a holistic approach to treating anxiety, stress, & depression such as cognitive and body-based approaches
Learning weekly grounding, centering, or energising practices for addressing anxiety
Building a field of support and community in times of disconnection and stress
Creating your own self-care toolkit
Linking experiential practices to psycho-education and neurobiological developments
Facilitated by Dr. Claire Groves and Nawa Sybico. Claire has been running therapeutic support groups for over 15 years and Nawa has 6 years of group facilitation experience. Claire and Nawa have taken an integrative approach with evidence-based interventions, synthesising emerging research on neuroscience, attachment, and social sciences.
These sessions cost $80/session. If eligible, Medicare rebates of $32.90 for each attended session can be accessed via a mental health care plan under "group therapy" from your GP.
Maximum of 10 Participants. Places limited.
*Sessions are not recorded for privacy purposes.
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Please bring a journal, texters/pens, something living (plant or fruit), and any objects that feel supportive (fidget toys, blankets, altar items).
It is recommended to have a private space that allows you to move freely.
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Thursdays, 12th, 19th, 26th May, 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd. 30th June at 6pm AEST.
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Once registered, you will receive a welcome email with your recurring zoom link and intake form. Please return the intake form, add our email to your contacts and save the link in your calendar.
Term 1 Dates
Facilitators: Dr Claire Groves & Nawa Sybico
Thursdays at 6 PM
12th, 19th, 26th May
Facilitators: Dr Claire Groves & Nawa Sybico