Testimonials

I was very hesitant to explore group therapy at first when the idea was introduced to me; I felt that most of what I was working on in therapy was too vulnerable or personal to share with others. Yet ironically, I felt very lonely and disconnected in my personal life from my friends and family, especially in my relationship and throughout my motherhood journey.  When I finally agreed to try attending a session, I was pleasantly surprised to find so many parallels and situations/feelings that I could relate to, despite the other group members all living different lives and even being in different life stages than me. It felt freeing and validating to meet with other women who were also on a self-discovery journey and willing to be open and honest. This was something I had been craving in my personal life but had not found in many of my pre-existing friendships. It was clear that Teresa brings together groups with careful consideration for who may connect and what we may learn from each other. 

I feel like groups have allowed me to finally start building up my self confidence again; they have also had a positive impact on my motherhood experience and I have found myself having more patience and coping ability when I’m struggling. I feel a sense of accountability to the group when we talk about self-care and self-compassion, which translates to me taking more steps to focus on prioritizing it for myself. I know the benefits will only continue as I stick with the process.

I find others sharing their experiences, with raw emotion, honesty, and vulnerability to be a great source of strength and perspective for me.  This is a place where I can actually express myself and process deeply personal experiences, instead of keeping them bottled up or toned down. I can be real and genuine here, never having to put on a front. I appreciate this community which provides space for me to be present and to connect

At first, I wasn’t sure about joining group therapy, especially since I was the only high schooler and the others were all older. I was hesitant about whether I’d be able to relate to their experiences or if it would even be helpful for me. However, as I continued attending the sessions, I quickly saw how valuable the experience could be. Hearing older men share their feelings and open up about their lives in such a deep and vulnerable way was eye-opening. It showed me that being vulnerable isn’t a weakness—it’s actually a powerful way to connect with others and gain insight into ourselves. Witnessing their openness made me realize that it’s okay to express emotions at the right time, even for men, who often face pressure to suppress their feelings. As a result, I started to open up more about my own experiences, which allowed me to better understand my emotions and the challenges I might face in the future. This new perspective has been incredibly helpful, especially as I begin to think about how my own life will unfold. In the end, I’m really glad I took the step to join group therapy—it’s been a much more enriching experience than I originally expected.