One definition of Trauma stewardship is a "way to bear witness to trauma without surrendering (ones) ability to live fully." - Laura van Dernoot Lipsky

Whether you have been working in mental health (or another helping profession) or you are a student just starting your training, it is impossible to deny the effects that witnessing another human's suffering can have on one's nervous system and world view. This group will use movement, writing and art to explore van Dernoot Lipsky's Five Directions, a daily practice to strengthen ones capacity for trauma stewardship.

This is an 8 week peer support group for students and mental health providers. We will use movement and expressive arts to explore Trauma Stewardship based on the work of Laura van Dernoot Lispky. It is highly recommended (though not required) to read her book, Trauma Stewardship, prior to group or during the group to support deeper exploration of themes.

Please wear clothing in which you feel comfortable moving and bring any preferred materials for written reflections. Art supplies will be available, but if you have specific materials you prefer for your processing, you are encouraged to bring those with you as well.

Please note this is not group therapy or supervision. Though confidentiality of participant experiences will be respected, clinical cases will not be discussed in this setting.

For individual and group supervision inquiries, please reach out separately to Genevieve.

Newton, MA (exact address will be shared with participants upon registration)

Biweekly on Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30pm

Dates meeting: May 21st, June 4th, June 18th, July 2nd, July 16th, July 30th, August 13th, August 27th

You are strongly encouraged to attend the full 8 sessions if possible.

At this time, these 8 sessions are meeting in person only. I hope to offer a virtual option in the future to those interested.

Rates are based on an anti-oppressive rate structure (provided by Kenya Crawford M.A., Ed.M, LMHC) Please answer the following questions to determine your rate structure.

1. Are you and your family homeowners or landowners? (This question does not apply to those who are Native or Indigenous)

2. Have you attended private education institutions or do you have an advanced degree?

3. Are you able to make minimum payments on bills or credit cards?

4. Have you been able to easily access and afford health insurance for yourself and your family members?

5. Do you have zero to no debt and/or do you have disposable income?

6. Do you have a safety net composed of “financially stable” or wealthy family and friends?

7. Do you have U.S. Citizenship?

8. Does your income only support you, and not other loved ones?

9. Have you or do you expect to inherit money or property?

10. Have you (or could you have) attended college and/or graduate school?

Redistribution ($62): Yes to 7-10 questions

Full Cost ($50): Yes to 5-7 questions

Sustain ($38): Yes to 3-5 questions

Solidarity ($26): Yes to 1-3 questions

Reparations ($0): Yes to 0 questions

Participants are welcome to pay for all 8 sessions up front for 5% discounted rate.

Payment is due prior to the start of group each week. Refunds will not be given. If you are unable to attend for any reason, please reach out and we will discuss applying your payment to a future session.

If Genevieve is unable to meet for any unforeseen reasons, an alternative date will be identified and the missed session will be rescheduled.