Are you or someone you know suffering from low mood or depression?
If so, this Breakthrough Depression Group
could be for you …
This 8-week programme is specifically designed to help combat depression by using a variety of psychological and wellbeing techniques.
These include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Counselling and Psychotherapy, Coaching, Mindfulness, *Group Interaction, Problem Solving, Visualizations, Relaxation Exercises and Self-Compassion with professional support.
(*You will not be asked to speak within the group if you do not wish to – your comfort is of the utmost importance.)
During this 8-week Programme, you will learn and practice:-
what causes depression
how your thoughts affect your emotions and behaviour
aboutyour Regulation Systems, and what is affecting them
the importance of, and how to increase self-awareness of negative thoughts, and multiple techniques to combat them
tools to stop the downward spiral, and to operate against the ‘pull’ of depression
practising within the busy mind
Mindfulness, to increase your concentration and ability to function
Positive Visualizations, Relaxation Exercises and Meditation
Problem-Solving and overcoming conflicts with others
to develop a more ‘rounded’ perspective
how to increase you motivation
devising achievable Weekly Plans to help you take steps forward
to implement the All-Over Picture of your Wellbeing:
self-compassion, self-care and general wellbeing practices
to helpin-between Group Sessions.
For further information:
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Tel: Deborah on 07889 310542
Deborah Blackburn is a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist, Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Hypnotherapist, Life Coach and EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) Level 2 Practitioner. She is a member of the National UK Therapists Register and AAMET (Association for the Advancement of Meridian Energy Techniques), and has 8 years’ experience working with adults over the age of 18 years. She is registered under the Data Protection Act 1998, and all work carried out complies with the Act and its confidentiality requirements.
Breakthrough Depression Group Programme
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Please note that if you do not attend the weekly Group Session, then unfortunately your deposit cannot be refunded. You will, however, receive the Programme Content at the next weekly Group you attend.
Please also note that only supportive, kind and compassionate behaviour will be encouraged in Group.