Group Psychotherapy

Group psychotherapy

Alongside individual psychotherapy, I offer weekly group psychotherapy within the group analytic tradition.

Group psychotherapy provides a unique opportunity to explore yourself in relation to others. Many of the patterns that shape our lives emerge in relationships — in families, friendships, intimate partnerships, workplaces, and communities. A therapy group offers a confidential setting in which these patterns can gradually become visible, understood, and worked through.

I work within a group analytic framework. Rather than following a fixed agenda or teaching specific techniques, the group develops through open conversation. Over time, members begin to recognise recurring patterns, discover new ways of relating, and gain a deeper understanding of themselves and others.

The groups are small, with up to eight members. They meet for 90 minutes each week and are slow-open: new members join gradually rather than everyone beginning and ending together. This allows the group to develop continuity while remaining open to new participants.

My longest-running therapy group has been meeting weekly for over 16 years. Such continuity allows trust, understanding, and therapeutic work to deepen over time while each new member gradually becomes part of the life of the group.

Because group psychotherapy is not suitable for everyone, joining begins with an individual assessment and preparatory sessions. This gives us time to consider together whether a group is the right setting for you and to prepare for entering an ongoing group.

I currently facilitate English-speaking groups that meet in person in Brussels. Members bring different cultural backgrounds, sexualities and life experiences. The groups are intended for people who can attend regularly and commit to at least six months. New enquiries are welcome throughout the year.

Enquire about joining a group

Learn more about my practice on my main website at https://www.ildikovinczen.com/ .

To ask about the groups and current availability, please email me here. We can discuss the practical details privately.