Who: Women only
Where: Hope and Healing Counseling Center, LLC
1417 Georgia Avenue
North Augusta, SC 29841
When: Two groups on Tuesday’s beginning 11/17/2020 for 12 weeks
3:30 – 5:00 PM
6:00 – 7:30 PM
Leader: Linda Sherrard, LPC, NCC
Cost: Free
Register: 803-262-4307 or lindasherrard@hopehcc.com
Format: Open group – new members may join at any time
This is a safe place to be yourself and talk about your struggles and fears
The Sexual Abuse Recovery Group is open to women seeking support from others as they journey through recovery from sexual trauma toward a new sense of wholeness. This is a private and confidential group that can help women cope with their emotions surrounding their trauma. These emotions may include, but are not limited to: Some objectives are: There is power in connecting with other survivors. It helps to talk about it. You are not alone!
FAQs: What are the other group members going to be like? What if I don’t like it, or discover that it isn’t the right time for me to be in this group? Is participating in group going to make things worse by bringing up difficult memories? This sounds great. How do I sign up?
The Sexual Abuse Recovery Group is open to women of all ages who have experienced sexual abuse or assault. There will be a maximum of eight members. Group members have a history of sexual trauma, currently view that as an important concern in their life, and will have expressed a desire to talk about their recovery with other survivors. Group members may have experienced sexual abuse as a child, a recent sexual assault, or both. It is important to know that the facilitator(s) will create an atmosphere where everyone is respected and where group members do not compare their experiences with each other in a way that minimizes others’ (or their own) experiences. There is no one “right way” or “wrong way” to heal from abuse and we can support each other along the way.
The first few groups are often the most difficult, so please commitment to attend 2-3 sessions before deciding that the group is not right for you. Input from group members is encouraged and valued in an effort to make this group a positive and helpful experience for all members. However, if you decide at any point that this group is not a good fit for you, you are free to leave at any point.
The first few group sessions may be particularly difficult and there will be hard days. This is openly discussed in the group along with ways to care for yourself after group and during the week. You are encouraged to “lean in” and participate in group as much as you are able and in whatever way you are able.
You may complete the interest form on the top right of this page, call (803-262-4307), or email (lindasherrard@hopehcc.com) to express interest in the group. After the form is received, you will be contacted you to schedule a screening appointment with you to make sure this group is a good fit. If you are not sure you want to participate but want more information, I’ll be happy to meet with you and try to answer all questions you may have.
(803) 262-4307 | lindasherrard@hopehcc.com