We take pride in our groups here at Rise Therapeutic.
Our groups are run by Certified Trauma Specialists.
All Rise Therapeutic groups require an intake session prior to group starting if you are not an established client with Melissa, Ashley or Jamie (for adolescent groups).
We currently accept the following insurances for groups:
OHP, Aetna, PacificSource, United Health Care, & Providence.
We run our groups throughout the year. If there is a group that you are interested in but the dates don't work for you, you can still register for the group and we will email you when we get ready to run the next round of the group you are interested in.
People often struggle with the aftermath of significant loss - whether due to bereavement, relationship breakdowns, or other life changes - and may simultaneously experience debilitating shame. This 6 week group works to validate these emotional experiences and help members understand how grief and shame can interact, reinforcing each other. In this safe, confidential space participants can express deep-seated emotions without judgment. Members learn to articulate their painful feelings, explore how these emotions impact their self-worth, and begin to integrate their grief into a broader sense of identity. By identifying and challenging self-critical thoughts, the group aims to foster self-compassion. It encourages participants to reframe their narratives, moving away from self-blame and toward acceptance and healing. The group format encourages member interaction, allowing individuals to hear varied perspectives, see that they are not alone in their struggles, and learn from others’ coping strategies. This shared experience can reduce isolation and validate personal feelings.
Ages 18+ | in-person | Mondays | 5:00pm-6:30pm
Starting August 18th, 2025
Do you struggle with harsh self-judgment or a persistent inner voice that tells you you’re not good enough? You’re not alone. Many of us have an “inner critic” that can hold us back from living fully and authentically. This 6 week group is designed to help you understand, relate to, and transform your relationship with your inner critic. Through guided exercises, discussion, and creative activities, you’ll learn to recognize the origins of self-critical thoughts, develop compassion for yourself, and discover new ways to respond when your inner critic appears. In this group, you will: Explore the role and function of the inner critic, Share experiences and gain support from others with similar challenges, Practice self-compassion techniques, Learn tools to respond to self-criticism with curiosity, and Begin to build a more compassionate, accepting relationship with yourself. This group welcomes adults (18+) of all backgrounds who are seeking a kinder, more understanding inner dialogue.
Ages 18+ | Telehealth | | Mondays | 7:00p-8:30p
Start Date: August 4, 2025
The Understanding Anger Group is a supportive, skills-based group designed for individuals who want to better understand and manage their anger. Through a combination of psychoeducation, group discussion, and practical exercises, participants will explore the root causes of anger, learn how it affects thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and develop healthier ways to express and cope with anger. This 6 week group is appropriate for adults (18+) who experience difficulties with anger, whether it is expressed outwardly or held inside, and who wish to gain insight and practical tools for change in a safe, confidential environment.
Ages 18+ | In-Person | Mondays | 7:00pm-8:30pm |
Start Date: October13 , 2025
This 8 week group is a specialized, trauma-informed intervention designed to support women in understanding and processing their trauma experiences while fostering healing and resilience. The group offers a balance of psychoeducation and experiential processing, providing participants with both knowledge and a safe space for emotional exploration and growth. Participants learn about the neurobiological and psychological impacts of trauma, including how traumatic experiences can affect mood regulation, relationships, and overall well-being. Psychoeducation helps demystify trauma responses, empowering women with information that promotes self-understanding and reduces feelings of isolation or self-blame. Alongside learning about the effects of trauma, group members engage in guided exercises and reflective dialogues that facilitate the processing of their own experiences. Techniques may include mindfulness, grounding exercises, narrative sharing, experiential activities, and cognitive restructuring, all aimed at integrating past experiences in a way that promotes healing. This group is ideally suited for women (18+) who are at various stages of their healing journey - from those beginning to understand the complex effects of trauma to those who are looking to deepen the process of integration and reclaim their personal power in a compassionate community setting.
Ages 18+ | Telehealth | Mondays | 5:00pm-6:30pm |
Start Date: June 16th, 2025
This 6 week group is designed as a safe, supportive space for adults who have grown up with emotionally immature parents - individuals whose caregivers may have been unavailable, invalidating, or overly self-focused, often leaving their children without the empathetic support needed for healthy emotional development. Participants will learn about the characteristics of emotionally immature parenting and how these early experiences can contribute to difficulties with emotional regulation, boundary-setting, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships in adulthood. The group aims to validate personal experiences and feelings of loss, anger, or confusion that often arise from childhood experiences with emotionally immature parents. Members are encouraged to acknowledge that many of these patterns are common and understandable responses to early environments that lacked attuned emotional support. Facilitated by licensed clinicians, the group provides opportunities for members to share personal narratives, learn from one another’s experiences, and foster a sense of belonging. This mutual support helps participants normalize their experiences and empowers them to make positive changes in their lives.
Ages 18+ | In-person (sherwood) | Mondays | 7:00-8:30pm |
Start Date: June 16th, 2025
This group focuses on both psychoeducation & exploration on careers as well as understanding colleges, trade schools, financial aid, stress around decision making, family pressures, writing resumes and interview skills.
Ages: 14-18 years | In-Person (sherwood) | Tuesdays | 7:00-8:30pm
Start Date: June 17, 2025
This group is a structured intervention designed for individuals who have experienced traumatic events related to medical circumstances—such as severe injuries, critical illnesses, invasive procedures, or adverse healthcare outcomes. This 6 week group provides a safe, confidential, and supportive environment where participants can work together towards healing and recovery. The group is facilitated by licensed mental health professionals trained in trauma therapy. Sessions are designed with an understanding of how trauma impacts both the mind and body, ensuring that interventions are sensitive to the complex array of emotional, cognitive, and physiological responses experienced by survivors. This group focuses on helping people process the frustrations of living in a pathogenic society and feeling like they are not getting the help they deserve from their doctors. We cover communication skills, how to set boundaries, and how to advocate for yourself in a setting that is both intimidating and in many cases minimizing.
Ages: 18+ | In-Person | Mondays | 7:00-8:30pm
Starting March 3, 2025
Designed specifically for kids, ages 14-18, this group covers key financial concepts and skills that will help set a foundation for long-term financial stability and success. In this group, they will gain essential knowledge to manage finances effectively and confidently while breaking down barriers created by society and generations before. We use engaging and informative sessions that break down complex financial concepts into easy-to-understand lessons paired with practical exercises and real-world scenarios to apply what they learn. We will cover the following topics: budgeting, financial goals, credit, debt, and more.
Ages 14-18 | In-Person | Wednesdays | 6:30p-8p
Start Date: April 2nd, 2025
Are you ready to explore and express your unique perspective? This group is designed to help you discover and embrace your personal authenticity through the art of photography. Over the course of four weeks, we will meet at different, designated outdoor locations, inviting you to step away from your daily routine and connect with the natural world around you. Bring any camera of your choice - even your cell phone - and use it as a tool to capture images that resonate with your inner self. Each session offers you the space to see the environment through your own lens and interpret how these scenes reflect your personal narrative. The focus of the group is on understanding and processing the emotions that arise as you capture and review your images. Our discussions will encourage you to delve deeper into what authenticity means to you and how your photographs relate to your life experiences. This group is perfect for anyone looking to cultivate a deeper sense of authenticity, enhance creative skills, and find beauty in both the world around us and within us. Let your camera capture not just images, but the essence of who you are.
Ages 18+ | In-Person-Multiple Locations | Sundays | 9:00am-10:00am | Start Date: TBD
This group is designed to help adults deepen their understanding of emotions and how they naturally manifest in our lives. Across the 10 weeks, participants will engage in a dynamic blend of discussions, experiential activities, and reflective exercises aimed at enhancing emotional awareness and regulation. Explore what emotions are, how they arise, and the ways they influence our thoughts, behaviors, and physical sensations. In this group you will: Develop a richer language for describing emotional experiences, fostering clearer communication about feelings in both personal and professional contexts, Recognize patterns in emotional responses and understand their adaptive functions, and Practice applying new insights and skills to everyday situations, enabling participants to navigate challenges with enhanced emotional resilience and self-compassion.
Ages 18+ | In-Person | Mondays | 7:00p-8:30p
Start Date: April 28, 2025
The Intergenerational Trauma Group is a specialized intervention designed to help parents and caregivers recognize, understand, and heal the enduring effects of trauma passed down through family generations. By acknowledging that much of one’s parenting style can be influenced not only by personal experiences but also by historical family dynamics, this group creates a safe, supportive environment where participants can explore and redefine inherited patterns of emotional response and behavior. Participants receive education on the nature of trauma, including its neurobiological and psychological impacts. This 6 week group explores how unresolved trauma from previous generations can subtly shape parenting behaviors, emotional regulation, and attachment strategies, thereby affecting both the caregiver and the child. Through guided exploration, participants identify recurring themes and unacknowledged emotional wounds that have influenced their current relationships and parenting practices. Overall, this group aims at healing not only the individual but also the familial bonds, setting the stage for healthier future generations and breaking long-standing cycles of trauma..
Ages 18+ | In-Person | Mondays | 5:00p-6:30p
Start Date: September 29, 2025
This is an ongoing group that focuses on providing foundational
psychoeducation on what trauma is, where it comes from, & how it
impacts your life. It also provides a space for men of all ages to come
together to receive support, validation, & safety to be themselves. This group meets once or twice per month & asks participants to commit
to a minimum of 6 months to establish safety. We ask that all participants
have some history of previous trauma work with a therapist & to currently
be seeing a therapist on a regular basis.
If you are interested in joining the group, but do not have an individual
therapist, that’s ok! We can provide one for you to make sure you are
getting the appropriate support for the material being covered.
Ages 18+ | Telehealth | Thursday (Once a Month) | 7:00pm-8:30pm |
This group focuses on how to help individuals manage their emotions, develop healthier relationships, and decrease self-destructive behaviors through the use of the four core tenants;
mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation.
It will be offered via telehealth for adults ages 18+ as well as adolescents ages 14-17 years old.
This group is in the works. Register below to be notified when dates are set and we're ready to roll.
We will be running several groups at a time, but not all that are listed at one time. If you are interested in a group that does not have dates already associated, please register and we will keep you up-to-date on when that group will be starting. If you just want to be notified of groups we have coming up, you can register below to get notifications.
We offer a variety of evidence-based counseling services, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy. We also offer specialized services for children and adolescents, as well as support for LGBTQ+ individuals and families.
Our approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where our clients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and feelings, and where they can develop the skills and tools they need to thrive.
Our office is conveniently located in a quiet and peaceful location, providing a welcoming and comfortable space for our clients. We also offer virtual counseling services for those who are unable to come to our office in person.
If you want to know more about our groups, please reach out to us directly and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have.
We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.