Group Sessions
Based on the principles of self-management and support from other participants.
HELP is a course for groups of 6-10 people held over a six week period for 2 hours each time .
Based on the premise that no one should face cancer alone CSG is seeking to introduce the course as an alternative to or to work alongside buddying and counselling. It is based on the principles of self-management and support from other participants.
HELP addresses an upward spiral of positivity covering a range of topics such as:
Diaphragmatic breathing
Gratitude diary
Goal setting
Solution focused goal feedback
Managing stress
Mindfulness
Managing fatigue
Sleeping better
Guided imagery
Body changes
Sexuality and intimacy
Communication
Fear of recurrence
Get active feel good
Character strengths
Priorities
Motivational imagery
Sharing successes
Clients often form strong bonds during the course and continue to meet informally to support
each other.
What can you expect from the facilitators of the HELP COURSE?
- To respect your confidentiality
- To treat all participants equally
- To exhibit kindness, compassion and care
- To advise only with permission
- To encourage discussion and storytelling
- To listen more than they speak
What is expected of you?
- Commitment to attend all the sessions
- Confidentiality of others should be respected
- To complete a registration form
HELP groups will be run according to the needs of CSG members, there may be a waiting list until there are enough members to form a group.
At times and according to the need other group sessions can be organised, including grief therapy.
