SCS ONLINE GROUP WORK 2026 - Term Two
The Nelson Clinic is offering adjunctive group therapy for SCS clients in 2026. Our group therapy classes will allow participants to experience being in their bodies and become familiar with inner sensations as a broader journey towards healing. Due to the online nature of the group, it is essential that participants have learnt some emotion regulation/grounding skills in case they become dysregulated in a session or have the ability to notice distress and reach out for support via the support therapist. These skills need to be developed with their ACC treatment provider prior to starting the yoga group.
The Nelson Clinic is offering adjunctive group therapy for SCS clients in 2026.
Our group therapy classes will allow participants to experience being in their bodies and become familiar with inner sensations as a broader journey towards healing.
Due to the online nature of the group, it is essential that participants have learnt some emotion regulation/grounding skills in case they become dysregulated in a session or have the ability to notice distress and reach out for support via the support therapist. These skills need to be developed with their ACC treatment provider prior to starting the yoga group.
For more details on our Group Therapy and facilitators please go to our website
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Relational Safety - 1 Day
Facilitators: Angela Carter & Alessandra Marchisio
Relational Safety is a one-day online group facilitated by IFS therapists Angela Carter and Alessandra Marchisio. It is designed for clients who continue to experience difficulties with trust, boundaries, consent, or interpersonal regulation following sexual trauma or complex post traumatic stress. The group integrates Internal Family Systems principles with autonomic nervous system awareness within a structured, stabilisation-focused format. It supports participants to understand relational patterns, strengthen emotional and physiological regulation, and increase choice and clarity in connection
Friday 27th March - 9am - 5pm
Thursday 23rd April - 9am - 5pm
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Healing, Harmony, and Flow (All Genders)
Facilitators: Angela Carter & Rebecca Foster
Healing, Harmony, and Flow is an 8-week psychoeducational and experiential group programme for ACC Sensitive Claims clients. This course is delivered entirely online and offers participants a gentle, trauma-informed space to improve nervous system regulation, develop body awareness, and foster emotional balance through somatic and mindfulness-based approaches.
Wednesday 29th April - 10am - 11:30am
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Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TSY)
Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY) is an evidence-based intervention designed for complex trauma and treatment-resistant PTSD. Rooted in trauma theory, neuroscience, and yoga philosophy, TCTSY emphasises reconnecting with inner sensations rather than focusing on physical forms. This internal focus supports participants in increasing tolerance to sensory experiences and enhancing emotional awareness. Research by Bessel van der Kolk has shown that TCTSY can significantly reduce PTSD symptoms and improve functioning within 8 weeks.
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Online Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (Mixed Gender)
Facilitators: Jessica Dziwulska & Amy Benjamin
Our online TSY groups focus on creating a safe and supportive environment where participants are empowered with choice and autonomy, allowing them to engage with their bodies in a way that promotes healing and resilience. By gradually developing capacity for interoception, individuals reconnect with their physical selves, while aiding in the regulation of the nervous system, and reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and unhelpful coping strategies. This method offers a gentle, mindful pathway toward restoring trust and safety within one's own body after trauma. No prior yoga experience necessary and all injuries and limitations can be supported and navigated.
Monday 27th April - 10am - 11am (8 Weeks) 9:30am - 10:30am9:30am - 10:30am9:30am - 10:30am9:(7 W
Wednesday 29th April - 6:45pm - 7:45pm (8 Weeks)
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Online Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (Mixed Gender)
Facilitators: Alessandra Marchisio & Jen Holmes-BeamerJen
The TCTSY online series focuses on the exploration of gentle movements. By providing opportunities for kiritaki to restore the connection between mind and body, they are empowered to make choices that support their own healing journey.
Thursday 30th April - 11am - 12pm (8 Weeks)
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Settle Into Rest - A Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapy Program
Facilitators: Jen Holmes-Beamer & Aurelie Chambers
SETTLE INTO REST online program is designed to support clients who experience PTSD-related sleep disturbance, anxiety or sympathetic overdrive to cultivate deep inner rest. This program uses floor-based breath and movement practice and trauma-informed guided relaxation with inner safety resourcing to refine the body's ability to activate and utilise the parasympathetic response. This program is facilitated by a psychotherapist and yoga therapist with a speciality in PTSD related insomnia. Recent participants have shown improved scores on the Insomnia Severity Index.
Monday 27th April - 7pm - 8pm (8 Weeks)
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Process for Lead Providers
1. Purchase Order Request
To arrange approval for a client to attend the group, please contact the client's recovery partner as soon as possible. You will need to provide a rationale and request the following codes be approved:
- SCSGTT x1 - All Classes
- SCSGT x 8 (8 x 1 hour sessions) Online TSY courses (Settle into rest & Thursday 11am)
- SCSGT x 12 Online TSY courses by Jessica Dziwulska (8 Weeks)
- SCSGT x 12 Healing, Harmony, and Flow (8 Weeks)
- SCSGT x 8 Relational Safety 1 Day Group
- Time frames: 01/04/2026 - 31/12/2026
- Vendor ID: VAH127 (The Nelson Clinic)
This is a simple example of a rationale that could be provided:
"We would like to request approval please for this client to attend a group course run by the Nelson Clinic (VAH127), which will commence on DATE.
The aim of this would be for the client to acquire some additional skills in managing PTSD and depressive symptomatology and promote an opportunity for safe social connection to address current isolation. Could you please let me know if this can be approved for the client? They are motivated to attend this treatment, which aligns well with their current goals as outlined in the wellbeing plan".
The deadline for Term 2 Purchase Orders is the Friday before the class begins.
Please copy us into your ACC PO request so we know to expect it via our groups email
2. Registration
When The Nelson Clinic receives the Purchase Order from ACC we will be in contact to get your client registered and to advise you of the next steps.
3. Triage
Once we have received your registration form, one of our Group Work facilitators will contact your client to triage for any needs prior to commencing the group. You will be kept informed of any decisions relating to your client.