Group Therapy

Heal and grow together with professional guidance. Expert care tailored for your shared journey, helping you navigate life’s challenges and build meaningful connection.

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Our Group Therapy Methods

Group Schema Therapy

Identify and heal deeply rooted emotional patterns and unmet core needs within a safe, validating community setting.

Thematic & Skill-Building Workshops

Participate in focused cohorts to master practical tools for emotion regulation, effective communication, and navigating life transitions.

ACT & Mindfulness Groups

Cultivate psychological flexibility, practice mindful acceptance, and take meaningful, values-driven action alongside peers with shared experiences.

How to get a group therapy session?

Choosing a program

Choose the program that suits your needs.

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Book a session from the available programs.

Secure online session

Start your session in a safe, private space.

Why choose online therapy?

What is the difference between Hami’s online therapy and in-person sessions?

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What Our Clients Say

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Hami, safe room for psychological counseling

Hami has entered the digital world for a simple but important goal, to make it possible for all people to simply talk to a psychologist without worrying about the cost or the fear of not being understood. Hami is a home where we all feel comfortable. A place for online psychological counseling with experts who know what it feels like to migrate and live far from home. From Munich to Hamburg, from London to Toronto, at Hami we are all closer to mental health!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Everything you need to know about our online therapy services.

How many sessions are typically required?

Group therapy usually operates in cycles. Short-term skill-building or psychoeducational cohorts typically run for 8 to 12 weeks. Open process groups may run continuously, with participants committing to a minimum of 3 to 6 months to allow deep interpersonal dynamics and trust to develop.

It is entirely normal to feel nervous initially. You are never forced to speak or share before you are ready. Much of the healing in group therapy occurs through active listening and discovering that others share similar struggles. The facilitator is trained to create a safe, pressure-free environment.

Sessions are conducted via secure, high-quality video conferencing. Groups consist of a steady cohort of 6 to 10 individuals and one or two clinical facilitators. Sessions usually blend guided discussion, therapeutic exercises, and open processing where members offer mutual support and feedback.

Group therapy is highly effective for issues related to interpersonal communication, social anxiety, grief, and migration isolation. However, if you are dealing with acute trauma, severe depression, or a crisis, individual therapy is often recommended first. Many clients choose to participate in both concurrently for maximum benefit.

Group therapy is highly cost-effective, typically costing significantly less per session than one-on-one therapy. Exact pricing depends on the specific workshop length and the facilitator’s specialization. You can view the exact tier pricing on the registration page before committing.

Absolutely. Hami utilizes encrypted, HIPAA-compliant platforms for all video sessions. Furthermore, every group member is required to sign a strict confidentiality agreement before joining, ensuring that whatever is shared within the group stays within the group.

Because groups rely on consistent attendance to build cohesion and trust, commitment to the scheduled time is highly encouraged. However, if an emergency arises, you can notify the facilitator in advance. Specific cancellation, refund, and makeup policies vary slightly depending on whether the group is an open process group or a closed curriculum-based workshop.

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How Does Online Group Therapy Work?

Online group therapy brings together a small cohort of individuals (typically 6 to 10 participants) led by a licensed therapist over a secure video conference. A session generally lasts between 75 to 90 minutes on a weekly basis, structured either around a specific focus (such as immigration adjustment, anxiety, grief, or interpersonal communication) or run as an open process group.

 

For individuals living abroad, online group therapy delivers distinct advantages: you connect with peers who share your native language and cultural background, sessions are coordinated across international time zones, and the collaborative format offers a highly cost-effective alternative to individual therapy without sacrificing clinical depth.

 

Comparing Online and In-Person Group Therapy

 

CriteriaOnline Group TherapyIn-Person Group Therapy
AccessibilityJoin from anywhere in the worldRequires physical presence at a local clinic
Cohort DiversityConnect with Iranian expats across different countriesLimited to individuals living in your immediate city
SchedulingFlexible timing coordinated across time zonesBound to clinic operating hours and commute
Language & Cultural FitPersian-speaking groups without geographic restrictionsDependent on finding a local Persian group nearby
Cost EfficiencyHighly accessible; no travel or clinic overhead expensesCost-effective therapy, plus commute and parking costs
Best Suited ForImmigrants, busy professionals, and remote expatsIndividuals who prefer physical face-to-face contact
Neither format is universally superior; the right choice depends on your daily schedule, location, and interpersonal comfort. The primary driver of positive outcomes remains member commitment, group cohesion, and the therapist’s facilitation skills.

 

Why Group Therapy Resonates Deeply with Iranian Immigrants

 

Navigating life outside Iran introduces psychological stressors that individual reflection alone does not always resolve:

 

  • Overcoming migration isolation: Connecting with people who directly understand the emotional weight of being away from family and support networks.
  • Cultural shorthand without explanation: Expressing complex emotions, family dynamics, and cultural nuances without having to explain cultural context to the group.
  • The relief of universality: Discovering that your struggles with acculturation fatigue, career realignment, or identity crises are shared by others.
  • A safe relational laboratory: Practicing boundary setting, active listening, and authentic vulnerability in a guided, non-judgmental environment.
  • Rebuilding community ties: Establishing meaningful social bonds with peers navigating similar life chapters abroad.

Stages of the Group Therapy Journey

 

Effective group psychotherapy generally progresses through three stages:

 

  • Orientation and safety: Establishing group norms, confidentiality agreements, and trust so all members feel secure sharing openly.
  • Interpersonal exploration: Sharing personal challenges, exploring emotional patterns, and giving and receiving constructive feedback with the therapist’s guidance.
  • Integration and behavioral application: Translating insights, improved communication styles, and emotional regulation techniques into everyday relationships and work life.
Group therapy is not about being put on the spot; you participate at your own pace while benefiting from both sharing your story and listening to others.

 

How to Choose the Right Online Therapy Group

 

When evaluating a therapy group on Hami, look for the following criteria:

 

  • Certified group facilitator: Led by a licensed clinical psychologist or psychotherapist trained specifically in group dynamics.
  • Pre-group intake consultation: An initial 1-on-1 screening session to ensure the group’s theme and dynamic match your personal goals.
  • Clear thematic scope: A well-defined focus (e.g., Schema Therapy groups, grief and breakup processing, social anxiety, or immigration resilience).
  • Commitment to confidentiality: Explicit ground rules ensuring privacy and mutual respect among all participants.
  • Comfort with the group dynamic: Feeling a sense of psychological safety and resonance after the initial meetings; finding the right group environment is essential to the healing process.

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