R.I.S.E (Resilience. Insight. Support. Empowerment.) is a mental health support group for female and nonbinary participants ages 12-15. The group’s primary focus is providing a safe, supportive space where participants build resilience and insight, find and give peer support, and feel empowered to reach their goals. Current Group Goals: 1. Develop coping strategies for stressful situations. 2. Improve important relationships by developing effective and assertive communication skills. 3. Improve self-esteem through social connection and self-acceptance. Topics of discussion include relationships, self-harm, sexuality, bullying, living with mental illness, and more.
Hosted by Amanda Gienow
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
Group meets in Knoxville, TN 37923
I am passionate about providing trauma-informed, affirming therapy for clients of all ages with neurodivergence (ADHD and Autism) and LGBTQ+ adolescents and young adults.
The decision to start therapy is not always easy, and finding the right therapist can seem daunting. Whatever challenges life has thrown your way, you want a therapist who supports you with compassion, curiosity, and commitment. I believe that human connection is at the heart of healing, and I strive to develop a strong, client-centered therapeutic relationship based on trust and acceptance. I offer a safe and affirming environment for all clients. It is an act of bravery to embark on a healing journey, and I would be honored to be apart of yours.
We will connect, learn and grow in: • Gifts of Imperfection, Daring Greatly, Rising Strong (Brené Brown’s work) • Boundaries • Self Esteem/Self Compassion • Nervous System regulation • Relationship skills • Releasing old survival patterns • Identifying needs and asserting them • Deep rest and mindful presence • Identifying attachment and trauma patterns • Movement, laughter, song, dance and creating
Hosted by Barbara Mooney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CDWF
Verified Verified
Group meets in Knoxville, TN 37919
I support growth in recovering from addictive behaviors, depression, anxiety, personality disorder, trauma, and I love working with individuals, couples and families around transition issues.
Finding the right therapist for YOU and the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors associated with positive therapy results. I place primary importance on our relationship providing an atmosphere of safety, warmth and understanding. While I have a wealth of professional and personal knowledge and expertise in individual and family recovery from addictions/compulsive behaviors, family of origin issues and life patterns that prevent authentic living, I do not approach the relationship as an "expert" but rather as a supportive guide who joins you on the journey. I am passionate about all things relational.
In this Christ-centered directive narrative group, members are provided with weekly structured Journaling assignments that are aimed at helping participants rediscover their voice, reclaim their past, reexamine their beliefs, and re-envision their futures within the context of a faith based journey. Completed Journal entries are then shared and processed within the group. There is no present group meeting. However, if you would like to be placed on a wait list for a future group, or if you have additional questions, please call the Ebenezer front office to schedule a free 30 minute consultation with Stuart.
Hosted by Stuart Coleman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAPC, LPC, MHSP, NCC, MACE
Verified Verified
Group meets in Knoxville, TN 37923
We are naturally designed to thrive. How do we move toward greater wholeness? I utilize principles and techniques from internal family systems theory, emotion focused therapy, cognitive therapy, exposure therapy, and EMDR, with the inclusion of faith-based components (at the client's request). I would love to meet you, hear your story, and help you move toward greater wholeness.
A group of licensed independent practitioners providing individual, family and group services in the Knoxville area.
Hosted by All Ages Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Knoxville, TN 37917
I have been working in the mental health field for several decades in a variety of positions and areas around the United States. While children are my passion, I work with all ages of clients to collaboratively identify what might be interfering with becoming the best version of themselves. With that in mind, I put forth all of my energy to partner with my clients in finding what works best for them in order to provide relief and satisfaction with life in general, as well as an overall sense of happiness.
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Trauma and PTSD Support Groups
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.