SCS ONLINE GROUP WORK 2025
TERM 2Auckland/WellingtonAuckland/Wellington
The Nelson Clinic is offering adjunctive group therapy for SCS clients in 2025.
Our group therapy classes will allow participants to experience being in their bodies and becoming 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.
Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TSY) - All Genders
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 emphasizes 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.
WEEKLY CLASSES : Term 2 2025
Facilitators: Jessica Dziwulska & Rata Gordon or Hester Phillips
Online Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (Mixed Gender)
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.
10:30am - 11:30am - Tuesday April 29th
6:45pm - 7:45pm - Wednesday April 30th
Settle Into Rest, a Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapy Program - Jen Holmes-Beamer/ Aurelie Chambers (Natalie Meijer)
Facilitators: Jen Holmes-Beamer & Aurelie Chambers (Natalie Meijer)
6:15 - 7:15pm Mondays SETTLE INTO REST (Mixed Gender) 28th April
SETTLE INTO REST online program is designed for kiritaki who experience PTSD related sleep disturbance and insomnia as a trauma-informed therapeutic yoga therapy program designed to soothe, re-balance & re-train the nervous system to cultivate inner rest.
Facilitators: Jen Holmes-Beamer & Alessandra Marchisio
6:15 - 7:15pm Thursdays TCTSY Online (Mixed Gender) 1st May
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.
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) All online TSY courses
- Time frames: 01/04/2025 - 01/07/2025
- 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.