Group therapy
Group therapy: relationships become not only a topic, but part of the work itself
A group offers more than a place to talk about relationships: it also makes it possible to notice how relationships form between participants. A professional frame, clear rules and respect for boundaries support discussion of difficult reactions without demanding immediate openness.
The status of the next group is being confirmed
- Format
- Group therapy
- Fee
- By arrangement
- Duration
- Duration depends on the specific group
- Location and schedule
- Format and schedule are agreed separately
You may recognise some of these experiences
- it is difficult to remain yourself around other people;
- fear of judgement makes it hard to show yourself;
- you want closeness, but moving closer brings tension;
- asking, refusing or naming boundaries feels difficult;
- you analyse your words for a long time after social contact;
- loneliness remains present even among other people.
What can be brought to the group
- relationships, closeness, distance and personal boundaries;
- work, family and other current life situations;
- anxiety, loneliness, shame, anger or uncertainty;
- ways of expressing needs and responding to others;
- belonging to a group while remaining in contact with yourself.
How joining works
The entry process is published together with the conditions of each specific group.
- each group has its own theme and enrolment status;
- the format, number of participants, composition and schedule are defined for that specific group;
- confidentiality, absence and exit rules are published separately;
- you can begin with a practical question without describing sensitive personal details.
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How the group format works
Relationships between participants become part of the process. You can notice your own ways of moving closer, stepping back, asking for support, responding to difference and holding boundaries.
- the group is not a lecture or a social-skills course;
- participants are not required to give one another advice;
- the theme creates a shared focus without limiting important life concerns;
- difficult reactions can be discussed within a professional frame.
About the practitioner
About the facilitator
Yuliia Dicherenko
Psychologist · Candidate psychotherapist
I am Yuliia Dicherenko, a psychologist and candidate psychotherapist. My training includes group psychotherapy using symbol drama, group work with complex mental states and the ethical foundations of psychotherapy practice.
- Master’s degree in Psychology
- Over 3,500 hours of practice
- Regular supervision
- Personal therapy
- Continuing professional education
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Relevant training and credentials
Group Psychotherapy Using Symbol Drama
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Group Psychotherapy, Borderline Disorders and Psychosis
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Code of Ethics in Psychotherapy Practice
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Basic Level in Symbol Drama: Integration, Resources and Relationships
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to speak at every meeting?
The level of participation may vary. Presence and interaction are still part of the group process, and the specific rules are discussed before joining.
Can I discuss something outside the group theme?
Yes. The theme is a shared point of entry, while participants may bring other important experiences connected with their current state and the group process.
Is the group an educational course?
No. It is a therapeutic format, not a lecture, course or ready-made skills training.
How can I learn the conditions of the next group?
The theme, format, schedule, number of participants, composition, fee and rules are published separately for each group.
Will other participants give me advice or judge me?
Group work is not based on an obligation to give advice. Reactions between participants can become part of the work, but they are discussed within the group’s rules and with respect for each person’s boundaries.
How does confidentiality work in a group?
Confidentiality is an important part of the group frame, and the specific rules are discussed before joining. I maintain clear professional boundaries, but no group can guarantee absolute control over every participant’s actions.
Can I ask for details without committing to join?
Yes. Asking a practical question does not commit you to joining the group. The introduction and entry process are published separately for each group.
Next step
You can begin by asking about the conditions
A practical question does not commit you to joining. The specific rules become available together with the description of each group.