Healing Emotional Wounds Together
A small, therapist-led process group for people with navigating the lasting impact of emotional neglect and dysfunctional family dynamics. Often these symptoms can best be understood by understanding Complex PTSD.
Group Healing
Many people who grew up in dysfunctional or emotionally neglectful environments don’t always recognize how much those experiences continue to shape how they feel about themselves.
From the outside, things may look stable. You may be functioning, working, and maintaining relationships. But internally, there can be: a sense that something is wrong, difficulty trusting yourself, emotional shutdown or overwhelm, and feeling like a burden in relationships.
These patterns often don’t make sense until they’re understood in the context of your earlier experiences. LTLIT provides a space to share and rebuild trust together. Connection is the best remedy for people who feel isolated and afraid of being judged. It can feel like a very big risk to take the first step out of shame and fear, and many people feel an incredible unburdening when they realize they are not alone.
Understanding Shame
Explore how past wounds shape feelings today.
Building Trust
Learn ways to open up safely with others.
Overcoming Doubt
Gain confidence in your voice and choices.
Healing Together, Growing Strong
What This Group Is
A process group is different from a class or support group. Rather than focusing only on sharing updates or learning skills, process groups pay attention to what happens in real time between people. This can help bring awareness to patterns related to shame, self-protection, emotional shutdown, and difficulty trusting others—especially for those healing from complex trauma.
This is a small, therapist-led group for people who want to better understand themselves in the context of their upbringing.
The focus is not on surface-level coping, but on:
making sense of your patterns
understanding where they come from
developing a more grounded and compassionate relationship with yourself
The group integrates a trauma-informed approach, including:
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
DBT-informed skills
mindfulness and self-compassion
What You Might Recognize in Yourself
This group may be a good fit if you:
feel like something is “off” but can’t fully explain why
struggle with self-doubt, shame or overthinking
shut down emotionally in certain situations
had an upbringing that was confusing, inconsistent, or emotionally disconnected
What the Group Is Like
Small (typically 6–8 people)
Structured, but conversational
Focused on understanding, not pressure to share
A space where you don’t have to explain everything from scratch
Many people find that hearing others describe similar internal experiences can be one of the most powerful parts of the process.
Important Note
This group is not about reliving or detailing traumatic experiences.
It’s about understanding how those experiences have shaped your internal world—and beginning to relate to yourself differently.
Common Fears
It’s common to worry:
“What if I don’t know what to say?”
“What if I feel exposed?”
“What if I shut down?”
“What if I take up too much space?”
These reactions often make sense in the context of complex trauma. You are not expected to share everything immediately or move faster than your nervous system can handle.
Is This a Good Fit?
This group tends to resonate with people who are:
thoughtful and self-aware
curious about themselves
open to deeper exploration
You don’t need to have everything figured out to join.
It’s completely normal to feel unsure about group therapy, especially if you’re used to handling things on your own.
If you’re curious, we can talk briefly to see if it feels like a good fit.
Closing
If you’re interested or want to learn more, you’re welcome to reach out.
Contact me here
to ask questions or schedule a free consultation.
FAQs
Who can join?
Anyone struggling with shame or trust from a tough home background.
How does it work?
Small groups meet regularly to share experiences and support each other safely.
What if I feel nervous?
Feeling nervous is normal; the group is a judgment-free zone where everyone understands your struggles.
Is it confidential?
Yes, everything shared stays within the group to build trust.
How long are sessions?
Sessions usually last about 90 minutes to allow deep conversation.
Can I join anytime?
New members are welcome, but joining at the start of a cycle helps build connection.
Reach Out Today
Connect with others who understand your journey.
Joining this group helped me face my shame and start trusting myself again.
Anna M.
★★★★★