This therapeutic group provides a structured, safe, and compassionate space where participants can explore deep emotional themes, such as grief, loss, and the desire for connection, through a blend of expressive arts and verbal reflection. The group aims to create a community of support, using expressive arts as a vehicle for self-discovery, healing, and transformation. Each session will integrate diverse art forms—including movement, visual arts, writing, and sound—to allow members to access and process complex emotions.  Led by Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapists / Creative Arts Therapists from the therapy center, Balanced Life Movement based in NY.

   - Frequency: First Monday evening of each month this winter

• Dec. 2nd, 2024 7 pm EST

• Jan. 6th, 2025 7 pm EST

• Feb. 3rd, 2025 7 pm EST

• Mar. 3rd, 2025 7 pm EST

   - Session Length: 1 hour 15 minutes per session. 7:00 PM -8:15 pm EST

   - Location: Virtual platform, accessible to participants in anywhere in the world.

This group is ideal for individuals who are navigating personal loss, feeling disconnected, or seeking a deeper connection to self and community. Experiencing anxiety or depression symptoms as the days grow shorter is a common season experience that will be assisted through these support groups. No prior experience in the arts is necessary—just a willingness to explore and express.

Key Components:

1. Thematic Exploration: Each month will focus on a unique theme that allows participants to confront and express layers of grief, anxiety, despair, curiosity, and disconnection alongside gratitude, embodiment and creativity. We gather together to lay the foundation for a grounded inner landscape.

2. Expressive Arts Modalities:

   - Movement and Dance Therapy: Through guided movement exercises, members can reconnect with their bodies, fostering a sense of groundedness and emotional release.

   - Visual Arts and Creative Expression: Participants will be encouraged to create visual representations of their feelings, whether through drawing, painting, or collage, to externalize and examine emotions that are hard to verbalize.

   - Writing and Reflective Journaling: Short, guided writing prompts will allow members to deepen self-reflection and capture their journeys.

3. Group Sharing and Witnessing: Participants will have the option to share their creative expressions and insights with the group, fostering a community of non-judgmental witnessing. This approach can deepen empathy, help individuals feel seen, and reduce feelings of isolation in their experiences.

4. Facilitation by Licensed Creative Arts Therapists: The group will be led by experienced therapists who are board-certified in Dance/Movement Therapy and Expressive Arts. These professionals are skilled in holding space for complex emotions, guiding creative exploration, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment.

5. Integrative Mind-Body Practices: Each session will integrate grounding practices, such as breathwork or simple meditation, to help participants integrate the experiences of the session and re-enter their everyday lives with a sense of calm and resilience.

Benefits for You:

   - Develop a deeper sense of connection to oneself and others.

   - Build resilience through expressive and creative practices.

   - Cultivate self-compassion and empathy by witnessing others' journeys.

   - Learn tools to manage grief, anxiety, and other challenging emotions.

This group is not only a support system but also an ongoing creative journey that enables participants to explore the full spectrum of their human experiences.

$200 for all 4 group gatherings. Space is limited to ensure group cohension and attention to all participants.