Chaika Tbilisi Clinic announces registration of patients into psychological support groups for anxiety and eating disorders. Meetings will be held once a week, with each session lasting two hours. Each group will include up to six participants along with the facilitator. The exact time and day of the meetings will be determined based on the participants' preferences. Tentatively, meetings will be held on one of the weekdays from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Saturdays from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. For therapeutic effectiveness, the selected time and day will remain fixed
Benefits of group therapy
– Support and understanding: in the group, you will find people with similar issues who can support and understand you
– Variety of opinions and experiences: each participant contributes their unique perspective, helping to see the problem from different angles and find new solutions
– Safe environment: group therapy creates a safe space for expressing feelings and experiences without fear of judgment
– Effectiveness: research confirms that group therapy is effective in treating anxiety disorders and eating disorders. It helps improve emotional well-being, boost self-esteem, and develop coping skills
Group facilitator — Anastasia Goncharova, Psychologist, PhD
Anastasia Goncharova is a psychologist at Chaika Tbilisi Clinic. In her practice, Anastasia combines scientific knowledge with modern research in neurobiology and neuropsychology. Working within cognitive-behavioral approaches (CBT, DBT, ACT), Anastasia adheres to principles of ethics, deontology, and evidence-based medicine
Dr. Goncharova's specialization covers a wide range of issues, such as:
– Mood swings, feelings of sadness and apathy
– Anxiety, fears, panic attacks, and obsessive thoughts
– Somatic anxiety and associated pain syndromes – Irritability, aggression, and self-harm
– Sleep and appetite disturbances
– Overcoming negative emotions (resentment, guilt, shame, envy)
– Emotional experiences related to the loss of loved ones or divorce
– Self-esteem issues, burnout, and procrastination
– Adaptation to a new ethnocultural environment and new life circumstances
Anastasia strives to create a safe, open, and supportive atmosphere in her sessions, where each participant can feel understood and accepted. Her practical experience includes scientifically proven methods for overcoming difficulties and achieving specific goals, psychoeducation, and teaching skills for a fulfilling life
Participation cost
For the initial groups, there is a special rate: the cost for 8 sessions, each lasting 2 hours, is 1000 GEL. The participation fee is paid in full, and no refunds are provided for missed sessions
To register for the group, please fill out the Google form, and we will contact you: https://forms.gle/emX2CX271vukfzon7
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