This group allows women to explore the vast, often untapped potential they have to create a joyous and fulfilling life. Depression, anxiety, loneliness and other difficulties can leave women feeling like they are fighting against an unseen enemy. This group is a safe, nonjudgmental place to join with other women from all walks of life to discover and nurture their understanding of who they are and what they can achieve — not only in their careers and relationships, but also in their day-to-day experiences and in their relationships with themselves.

The Group is for…

• Women who are 30 to 60 years old (Those outside the age range may also feel comfortable. Please inquire with the group therapist, Julia Clowney, if you would like to participate.)
• Women who want to understand their behavioral and thought patterns in order to make the best choices for themselves and the people they care about
• Women who are motivated to explore what it means to live more joyously and completely – and want a groups’ support as they make the changes to create it
• Women who want tools and motivation to lessen the negativity in their lives (from themselves and others)

The Group Therapist
Julia Clowney is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who has provided individual and group psychotherapy in a wide variety of settings since 1997, including inpatient units (adult, geriatric and criminal), partial hospitals, drug and alcohol clinics and outpatient clinics.

Julia uses a holistic approach to addressing her clients’ issues. She believes each person has within them their own answers for mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health. In a group setting, one benefits, not only from discussing one’s own experiences and challenges, but from every other member of the group as well. Julia enjoys working with groups and embraces the variety of experiences that groups offer the members.

Julia began her practice at the River City Clinic in December 2007. She offers these evening groups, as well as individual and couples’ psychotherapy.

Please call 651-646-8985 ext 29 to get more information.

What is a group?
Groups are usually six to eight people. Members are invited to explore their own concerns and to learn from other members. Members support each other with their natural strengths and abilities. The group process is both solution focused and exploratory so members can quickly and economically meet their individualized goals.

Group Expectations
Members must agree in advance to protect the confidentiality of other members; including identities and everything discussed in-group. Participants must arrive on time for sessions, partake of the group process when possible and give two weeks notice before leaving the group.

Fees
The per-session fee is $80 with one uncharged absence allowed every calendar quarter. Additional absences cost the same as attending. Group members are responsible for their accounts and our office staff can assist in obtaining third-party payment when it is available. Sliding scale may be available if the cost is a hardship.

Group Schedule
The groups meet weekly.The Womens’ Group is on Wednesdays, 6:30pm to 8:00pm.

Joining a Group
For more information, or to schedule an intake, contact Julia Clowney at: 651-646-8985 ext 29.

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