DreamImage groups are both interactive and introspective. Participants become involved in each other s images in a supportive way. This group offers a method for dream analysis that is art-based, so participants learn a particular skill in addition to learning that dream symbols are messengers of the deep psyche whose purpose is to illuminate. Individual therapy is not a requirement for this group. In Her Image groups provide a solid frame for arts-based group psychotherapy.
Participants explore personal issues through a variety of art experiences.
Group interactions and feed-back are part of the therapy process. Art quickly makes visible what has been hidden or suppressed and can often surprise even the most defensive person. The infrastructure of the group is geared to gaining clarity and support for the feelings and awarenesses that arise iart-based group therapy. Individuals with major unresolved therapy issues are encouraged to continue in their individual therapy and to use In Her Image as an adjunct to that therapy. Otherwise, this group can offer an excellent group therapy option either with or without individual therapy.