This group focuses on building skills for coping with chronic pain and trauma, the connection between trauma and chronic pain, and building a “coping kit” that includes: deep breathing, using the five senses, coping with triggers, and gentle movement. Through the exercises in this group, participants will develop an understanding of the relation between traumatic stress and chronic pain and illness, learn skills for regulating and tolerating emotional responses, calm the autonomic nervous system.
Experiential Exercises:
- Body Scans
- Cognitive Restructuring
- Group Discussions
- Guided Imagery
- Mindfulness Practices
- Relaxation Techniques
| Type | Group Therapy |
| Format | Telehealth (sometimes in-person) |
| Duration | 6 weeks (90-min sessions) |
| Facilitated by | Health Psychologist |
| Home practice (time spent outside of group) | While home practice is not required, participants are encouraged to try skills out (~5 minutes) throughout their daily activities. |
| Insurance Based? | Yes |
| Referral | Osher Provider - as part of an integrative health plan |
FAQ
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This group provides education and skill acquisition to assist patients in coping with chronic pain and trauma.
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The Safety Skills group is designed for individuals with a history of trauma and chronic pain or illness who are seeking to better understand how these experiences impact their daily lives and develop effective coping strategies.
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No, this is a foundational-level group.
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Patients, to learn more about this group, speak with your Osher medical provider or health psychologist.