Group Programme
Learning and Healing Together
About the Programme
The well researched and carefully developed programme assist patients in their recovery and ensures maximum benefit of their stay at the clinic.
Both therapeutic and psycho-educational groups cover a variety of themes. Therapeutic groups assist in the therapeutic assimilation of the patient, where the psycho-educational groups provides much needed information and insight into the patients need to promote recovery.
Browse below to see and overview of what the psycho-educational groups have to offer.
The Groups
Main topics
Management of anger /aggression
Discussion points
- What is anger?
- The anger range
- Anger – good or bad
- The sources of anger
Expected outcomes
- Physical reaction to anger
- Types of anger
- Handling anger
Main topics
Overview of anxiety disorders
Discussion points
- Definitions
- Kinds of anxiety
- Dimensions of anxiety
Expected outcomes
- Origins of fear
- Contributory factors to anxiety
- Coping methods
Main topics
Breathing regulation
Discussion points
- Introduction to breathing
- During breathing
- The diaphragm’s role in breathing
Expected outcomes
- Breathing correctly
- Hyperventilation
- Practical breathing exercises
Main topics
Biological, Psychological, Social, Spiritual aspects of anxiety disorders
Discussion points
Biological
- What is anxiety
- Anxiety v fear
- Types of anxiety disorders
- Biological causes of anxiety
- Comorbid or co-occurring with other psychiatric disorders
Psychological
- Hyperventilation or over-breathing
- Cognitive behavioural therapy
- Rational and Irrational thinking
Social
- Social effects of anxiety disorders
- Social causes of anxiety disorders
- Treatment of anxiety disorders
Expected outcomes
Spiritual
- Religion and Anxiety
- Religion supports us when anxious
- Spiritual pointers to assist with anxiety
- Take one day at a time
- Be careful of avoidance behaviour
- Face the fear
- Develop an attitude of gratitude
- Meditate on the psalms
- Practice God’s presence
- Keep your spirituality strong
Main topics
The creation and importance of a balanced lifestyle
Discussion points
- Definitions
- The importance of a balanced life style
- Physical elements
- Psychological elements
Expected outcomes
- Spiritual elements
- Social elements
- Financial elements
Main topics
Self-esteem and the improvement thereof
Discussion points
- Definitions
- Origin of self-esteem
- Consequences of low self-esteem
- Divisions of self-esteem
Expected outcomes
- Self-image improvement
- Self-confidence improvement
- Self-respect improvement
Main topics
Dealing with change and the elements thereof
Discussion points
- Types of change
- Effects and responses to change
- Attitudes towards change
- Resistance
Expected outcomes
- Self awareness
- Support structures
- Change facilitating tools
Main topics
Correct communication
Discussion points
- Defining correct communication
- Basic skills required for healthy communication
Expected outcomes
- Barriers to healthy communication
- Five levels of communication
- Rules for effective communication
Main topics
Causes of conflict and the management thereof
Discussion points
- Definitions
- Causes of conflict
- Conflict styles
Expected outcomes
- Manipulation techniques
- Overcoming negative techniques
Main topics
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy approach to the reframing of negative / irrational thought patterns
Discussion points
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy model
- Disputing destructive thought patterns
- Identification of irrational thoughts
- Replacing (reframing) destructive thoughts
Expected outcomes
- Effects of destructive thoughts
- Self talk
Main topics
Overview of using the tools gained through therapy and re-integration plan after discharge
Discussion points
- Expected reactions on discharge
- Implementation (of tools)
- Impact of re-integration on the individual
- Re-integration Family
Expected outcomes
- Re-integration work
- Re-integration guideline plan
Main topics
Clarification on the topic of forgiving
Discussion points
- Defining forgiveness
- Importance of forgiving
Expected outcomes
- Methods of forgiving
Main topics
Overview of and methods of dealing with loss
Discussion points
- Framing the concept of loss
- The five faces (stages) of grief
- Moving towards recovery
Main topics
Identification and processing of guilt
Discussion points
- Identification
- Causes of guilt
- Consequences of guilt
Expected outcomes
- Classification of guilt feelings
- Types of guilt
- Methods of dealing with guilt
Main topics
Exploration of emotions and how to deal with them
Discussion points
- Definitions
- Components of emotions
- Types of emotions
Expected outcomes
- The consequences of emotions
- Steps to deal with emotions
Main topics
Dealing with and understanding the elements of a romantic relationship
Discussion points
- Definitions
- Myths with regard to relationships
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Irrational and rational beliefs
- Relationship phases
- Relationship structures
Expected outcomes
- Communication in a relationship
- The five love languages
- Characteristics of relationships
- Conflict management
- The four horseman
- Manipulation
Main topics
Biological, Psychological, Social, Spiritual aspects of mood disorders
Discussion points
Biological
- Definitions
- Types of depression
- Biological causes of depression
- Biological aspects of depression
- Neuro-transmitters and how they should work
- Effects of neuro-transmitters
- Treatment for biological aspects of depression
- Antidepressant classes
- Electro convulsive therapy
- Diet
Psychological
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Irrational beliefs
- Rational beliefs
- Toxic belief system
- Disputing and challenging beliefs and automatic thinking
Expected outcomes
Social
- Boundaries
- Good mood diet
- Social health pointers
Spiritual
- Influences
- Mood disorders and spirituality
- Beliefs
- Circumstances
- Grief
- Isolation
- Anger
- Guilt
- Worry
- Unforgiveness
- Suicide
- Hope and healing
- Forgiveness
- Renewing thoughts
Main topics
Aspects regarding motivation
Discussion points
- Definitions
- Importance of motivation
Expected outcomes
- Sources of motivation
- Motivation enhancing pointers
Main topics
Practical solutions to problem solving
Discussion points
- Aspects creating the need for solutions
- Problem solving skills
Main topics
Principles on improving spiritual life
Discussion points
- Read the bible – do bible study
- Pray
- Practise fellowship with others – worship
Expected outcomes
- Willingness to change behaviour – obedience
Main topics
An overview of time influencing factors
Discussion points
- Why is time management necessary
- Time wasters
- Time management balance
Expected outcomes
- Time budget
- Time saving pointers
- Tools for effective time management