RRP Trauma Groups

RRP stands for Relationship Repair Process. It's a structured, supported way of working through childhood trauma and inner-child work, done in a small group rather than one-on-one. RRP groups meet weekly, and each group is made up of the same 8 members who work together for the full 6-month program. Because it's the same eight people the whole time, group members get to build trust and connection with each in a safe, authentic way. Groups are open to anyone in Europe, UK, Canada and the USA.

RRP groups are for adults who suspect - or already know - that they experienced trauma during their childhood and find themselves asking the following questions: Was it really that bad? Was it right how my parents treated me?Were my parents right about me? Was what I was told about myself, our family, and how to relate to others really true?Did the way I was raised leave me with emotional and relational difficulties that might still be affecting me today? Is it possible that the difficulties I encounter in my adult life might be linked to what I experienced in childhood? How can I create a better life for myself now?If any of these sound familiar, you're probably in the right place.

You're not alone in feeling that way about groups, most people (including me!) walked in with the same hesitation. Just to be clear from the start: individual therapy is wonderful, and I encourage everyone to have a 1:1 therapist, whether alongside this work or on its own if that's accessible for them. This isn't an either/or. Here's the reasoning behind why group matters, whether or not you're already seeing a therapist. RRP is based on the idea that much of what we struggle with now formed in childhood relationships - with our parents, siblings, and caregivers. Because it was never healed, that wound keeps showing up - typically in our present day relationships. That means understanding it intellectually, even with a great therapist, only gets us so far. You can build insight and even rehearse new skills in a therapy room, but it's hard to translate that into real relationships without help. RRP exists to close that gap: a safe space to practice being with everyday people (not just a therapist) in real time.We need multiple experience of being seen and understood by others for our brains to correct those earlier experiences. The more people who can offer you that experience safely, the faster the old patterns start to loosen.

If relating in your family growing up was complicated, chances are you entered adulthood without some of the basic tools for healthy connection. You weren't taught how to be yourself around people without fawning, hiding, disappearing, or blowing up. Over time, that can quietly convince you that something is wrong with you, when really, it's a skills gap. Skills most of us should have picked up at home, but didn't. You can absolutely learn these concepts from books and therapy sessions. But without somewhere safe to actually practice them, it's easy to fall into old habits the moment things get real. That's often where individual therapy stalls. The insight is there, but the bridge to daily life is missing. In RRP, you'll get hands-on practice with:Giving feedback that's honest and kindReceiving feedback without shutting downAsking clearly for what you needResponding to others with warmth, without losing yourself in the process

The first group any of us ever belonged to was our family of origin. How they handled conflict, showed affection, and talked to one another becomes the blueprint we carry into every relationship since. Unconsciously, we all expect to be treated the way we were as children.If your family was difficult, chaotic, or just off in a way that's hard to nail down, that blueprint can quietly set you up to repeat similar dynamics as an adult. That looks like missing red flags, shrinking yourself, or just trying to get through the day unnoticed. None of that lends itself to a fulfilling life. RRP aims to be the healthy group experience many of us didn't get the first time around.

12-step programs like AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) are free, peer-led, and open. So anyone can attend, and who shows up varies week to week. RRP is different in a few key ways: it's paid, led by a trained facilitator, and centered specifically on childhood trauma rather than sobriety. Members go through an individual application and interview before joining, and once a group is formed, it's closed. So the same eight people, every week, for the full six months. The goal of RRP groups is to build the kind of safe, consistent community many of us didn't have growing up.

When forming groups, I’m careful to select people I’m confident will be safe for the group. Good fits tend to be people who are open to learning about how their childhood impacted them, capable of reflecting honestly on themselves, and ideally (though not required) have some experience with individual therapy.Because group work is so powerful, it is important that your life outside of group is relatively stable. You're capable of maintaining a job or stable income, you're not currently un-housed, etc. You don't need to have it all figured out, but there should be enough solid ground to stand on while you do this work. If you’re not there yet, that’s ok. I am happy to put your name on my waitlist, or I can refer you to other resources that can help.

Format: Zoom, once a week, 90 minutesGroup size: 8 membersDuration: roughly 6 months, with occasional breaksSchedule: Groups meet at the same date & time every week. Dates and times are set based on the group's needs, and you'll receive a schedule in advance.Pricing: Group sessions are billed weekly at 75 CHF, charged automatically and converted to your local currency (USD, Euro, etc.) as needed.

NEW GROUPS STARTING IN OCTOBER - APPLY NOW. New groups typically form twice a year, in autumn and spring, although I'm open to starting additional groups depending on interest. If there isn't a group forming when you apply, I'll either connect you with another clinician or hold your application until the next one opens, whichever you'd prefer.

I am not a licensed psychotherapist and this is not psychotherapy. Psychotherapy is intended to diagnose and treat psychological conditions. It is a in-patient or out-patient service focused on mental health treatment. Psychotherapy is appropriate when mental health concerns, relational trauma, or persistent emotional distress are present. I highly recommend and encourage group clients to participate in 1:1 therapy, and have referrals to licensed providers available upon request. RRP Groups are growth-oriented and facilitator-led experiential, psychoeducational groups focused on pattern identification, skills, and forward momentum. While your facilitator is a Registered Nurse and Qualified Mediator, RRP groups are not a replacement for psychotherapy and do not involve mental health diagnosis or treatment.