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Groups
Process/Support Groups With Phoenix
​​I am a relational therapist and strive to create a group dynamic that fosters direct and supportive communication, as well as learning through vulnerability and validation of others. My groups are structured to invite members to share the complex and beautiful parts of themselves, to explore their emotions and life experiences, and to be open to learning about themselves and others. I strive to create a space where we can be celebrated and uplifted, grieve and experience difficult emotions, and learn through the diversity and similarities of our human experiences. Group members will be encouraged to participate, share parts of themselves, and grow and learn through self reflection and feedback. ​
I am a white trans woman. I am disabled, neurodivergent, a dork, a parent, and queer. I have many years of experience in individual therapy and group facilitation. Read More Here
Transfeminine Support Group
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A weekly Support Group for trans women and transfeminine individuals focusing on:​​
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Mutual support of the transfeminine experience
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Building connection & community
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Supporting personal growth and uplifting others
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Gaining interpersonal and relational skills through vulnerability and caring communication
Schedule
Mondays Evenings 6:30pm - 8:00pm (Next Group Starting September 10, 2024)
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This is an ongoing process group that runs weekly on Tuesday evenings, with a minimum 12 week commitment.
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Groups are VIRTUAL ONLY.
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The group typically consists of about 8 participants. ​Spaces now open. (Updated August 28, 2024)
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Celebrating the joy of trans femininity and the unique experiences of transfeminine people.
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Medical transitioning. Medication, surgeries, hormones, access to care.
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Social and familial challenges, family of origin, boundaries.
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Being/coming out, finding a place in the trans/queer community, interpersonal relationships, chosen family.
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Personal identities, intersections of identities, labels, pronouns, etc.
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Oppression, transphobia, colonialism and white supremacy.
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Workplace dynamics, professional challenges, school, and facing transphobia in our daily lives.
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Mental health struggles, depression, anxiety, stress.
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Our relationship to ourselves, our bodies, self expression. Trusting ourselves and knowing our wants and needs.
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Example Conversation Topics
Cost and Insurance
$70 per session with some sliding scale spaces available. ​
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I can bill Pacific Source, Care Oregon (OHP), and Kaiser.
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I can offer receipts/super bills for people with other insurance plans.
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How to Join
If you are interested in the group please email Phoenix with your contact information
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After hearing from you I will reach out to you to talk more about the group.
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All transfeminine folks are welcome no matter where you are at in your gender journey.
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Chronic Illness/Chronic Pain Support Group
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(for Trans, nonbinary, and gender expansive folks*)
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A weekly Support Group for folks living with chronic illness and/or chronic pain:​​
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Mutual support for trans folks that are chronically ill, experience chronic pain.
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Working through the many challenges of disability with a community that understands.
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Reduce isolation, and be in community with other gender diverse disabled folks.
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Exploring and honoring intersections of identity.
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Practice mindfulness and other techniques to support nervous system regulation.
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Gaining interpersonal and relational skills through vulnerability and caring communication.
Schedule
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Tentitively scheduled for Thursdays 12:00-1:30pm (Time and Day TBD depending on needs of participants) Group to start in November​​
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This is an ongoing process group that runs weekly on Thursday afternoons, with a minimum 12 week commitment.
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Groups are VIRTUAL ONLY.
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The group typically consists of about 8 participants. ​Spaces now open. (Updated August 29, 2024)
Example Conversation Topics
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​​Living with disability. How illness and pain impact our mood, our relationships, and daily living.
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Ableism, combating the fuckery of discrimination and harm.
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Disability justice, social justice, intersections of identity
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Sex and sexuality, joy, pleasure, and self expression.
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Self care, rest, respite, and being cared for.
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Challenges accessing care, dealing with providers, insurance challenges, benefits, etc.
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Social and familial challenges.
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Being disabled in the queer/trans community.
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Self compassion & self acceptance.
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Financial challenges, worry about the future.
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Anxiety, depression, stress and other mental health challenges.
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Workplace dynamics, professional challenges, school.
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Our relationship to ourselves, our bodies, our disability.
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Cost and Insurance
$70 per session with some sliding scale spaces available. ​​​
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I can bill Pacific Source, Care Oregon (OHP), and Kaiser.
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I can offer receipts/super bills for people with other insurance plans.
How to Join
If you are interested in the group please email Phoenix with your contact information
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After hearing from you I will reach out to you to talk more about the group.
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All chronically ill people are welcome. Even if you don't have a diagnosis and/or if your disability is invisible.
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*This is a group for folks who are trans and gender expansive. Examples of this are (but not limited to): Trans, transgender, transexual, non-binary, agender, gender queer, gender nonconforming, two spirit, gender fluid, bigender, intergender, gender questioning.