Therapy Groups

Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma Recovery - 6 Week Group Therapy

Who: Adults aged 18+ who have experienced trauma, as defined by the following: 

Trauma: “Any event that overwhelms the ordinary human adaptations to life. The event leaves us powerless or helpless with losses of control, dignity, connection, sense of belonging, or meaning.” Judith Herman

“Anything that is too much, too soon, or too fast (or too little for too long) for our nervous system to handle, especially if we cannot reach a successful resolution. Trauma is not an event, but the energy that gets locked in our body around real or perceived threat.” Peter Levine 

Where: Quad City Behavioral Health Associates 

4709 44th Street Ste 5, Rock Island, IL, 61201

When: When: Saturdays @ 12:30 pm- 1:45 pm

April 4th - May 9th (6 weekly sessions)

Cost: $180 ($30/session) 

*Total cost is due before start date OR must have a payment plan in place*

What: A yoga therapy counseling group that aims to assist clients in integrating their mind and body through past and present experiences. Through this group, clients will gain a mindfulness perspective of individual experiences and understand their own reactions through the mind, body, and soul. These goals will be met through the following objectives: 

1. Clients will increase their capacity to be with their emotions and sensations without becoming overwhelmed or shut down

2. Clients can nonjudgmentally observe their thoughts, emotions, and sensations, becoming more aware of their individual experiences

3. Clients will gain greater balance in the nervous system

4. Clients will enhance their felt sense of safety and empowerment 

5. Clients will gain knowledge on the impact of trauma on the body and mind 

6. Clients will strengthen their connection to their intuition and inner strength 

7. Clients will gain a felt sense of opening and gentleness towards themself and others 

Disclaimer: This is not a yoga class but instead yoga incorporated into a group therapy setting. This is a structured 6-week group that aims to accomplish the above goals and objectives. The structure includes psychoeducation, therapy in a group setting, mindfulness in meditation, orienting and centering interventions, conscious breathing, vagus nerve stimulation, warming up the body, mindfulness in movement, and integrative rest. Clients will be encouraged to engage in all interventions, but will never be forced to engage in a practice that does not feel right for them. Anything presented that does not feel right for any individual can be modified or skipped. Adults of any age who have experienced subjective trauma are welcome and encouraged to join. Clients with mobility issues or other sensitivities are also encouraged to join and accommodations can be made if we are made aware ahead of time. 

This group is not for you if: 

• You are a minor 

• You have not experienced trauma as defined above 

• You feel unable to hold space for others in a group setting 

• You are unwilling to engage in movement-based interventions entirely 

Equipment: Any equipment necessary will be provided, though you are welcome to bring a personal yoga mat or other equipment to assist you in movement interventions. Bringing water or a beverage of choice is recommended. 

How do I join? Call QCBHA @ (309) 558-0258 or email taylor.adams@qcbha.com

If currently a client at QCBHA, you may also reach out to your counselor via the client portal, or submit the form below and a member of our team will contact you with further information: