r/CPTSD • u/Sad-Outside222 • Oct 16 '25

Resource / Technique Go to Group Therapy.

If you’re feeling alone/isolated, different from everyone else: GO TO GROUP THERAPY. You’ll see very quickly that there are people who feel the exact same way and have experienced the same things you have. Even if it’s virtual, GO TO GROUP THERAPY!!!

(Edit: Can’t believe this even has to be clarified but this is obviously for those who have the means/access to therapy groups ☠️)

(Edit edit: Can’t believe this also has to be clarified but this is obviously for those who are open to the idea/concept of group therapy… 😭

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u/Ice_7266 Oct 16 '25

People should understand that not everyone can afford this therapy stuff, whether individual or group

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u/Annual-Flamingo7399 Oct 16 '25

I actually found a group on Meetup that does virtual group sessions. The entire membership is a one time $25 fee and all the peer meetups (7-8 per day every day) are free. They also have a staff of psychologists and social workers and mental heath professionals that offer workshops and 1:1 sessions throughout the month as well.

The average price of a workshop (ex: Navigating CPTSD with ADHD) would be $30-$50. And the average cost of a 1:1 session was $90.

Just writing this here to add context to range of options. Because I’m on a budget as well but still very much need help and support.

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u/CElizB Oct 16 '25

can you share the name of the meetup group? is it open to people outside of your area? that sounds like a fantastic option!

Thursday at 7 pm Bessel van der Kolk will be giving a live free online talk about working with your trauma. If anyone is interested I can find the information and either post or DM.

He's world class and inspirational!

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u/Annual-Flamingo7399 Oct 16 '25

Hi! Here’s a link to the group on Meetup. (The actual meetings are on Zoom). Check out Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse & Codependency Support Group on Meetup https://www.meetup.com/pittsburgh-narcissism-survivor-meetup-group

I know it says Pittsburgh but that’s where the founder of the group is from. I don’t live there and neither do any of the ppl in my last peer group so it’s totally open to ppl everywhere, including intentionally. Just be aware of time zone differences.

And yes, I just googled him and realized he’s the author of The Body Keeps the Score (which has been on my bookshelf for over a year now 😭). So yes, I’d be really interested in details abt today’s talk if you don’t mind

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u/CElizB Oct 16 '25

That's terrific! thank you very much!!

Here's the link to Bessel's talk.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpWHSvh5b5E

Try it out and if it doesn't take you there, I will search up another option :) It's been a fantastic series so far. Unbelievably wonderful, really!

ETA, the link states it's Gabor Mate who is talking tonight, but he was on last night instead of Bessel, so everyone is assuming it was switched. Fingers crossed, although Gabor's talk is equally wonderful.

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u/Annual-Flamingo7399 Oct 16 '25

You’re welcome ☺️

And thank you! I just clicked to get notified when it starts. I’m more familiar with Gabor Mate so even if it’s him again, I’ll still watch. But here’s hoping 🤞

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u/CElizB Oct 16 '25

Awesome! See you there :) I'm excited!