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Body Image Beyond Diets

Body Image Beyond Diets

A transformative space to shift from diet culture to a joyful, sustainable approach to health and body acceptance.

Starts 1st March, 2025

4 Zoom sessions | Every Saturday at 12:00 PM IST | 75 minutes

Confidential | Small group, 6-8 people

Group Type: Support Group

Includes 3 Free Peer Calls*

Led by Therapist Sadaf Vidha

Program Fee - INR 3000 (India) | USD 80 (Outside India) | Get 30% off if you buy for two

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Goals of the group

The group aims to:

• Support participants in redefining their relationship with their bodies.
• Transition from diet culture to a sustainable, intuitive approach to health and wellness.
• Create a safe space to process grief, societal pressures, and personal narratives related to body image.
• Foster habits that nurture physical and emotional well-being.

Who Is the Group For?

This group is designed for individuals who:

• Have lived experience with PCOS, hormonal imbalances, or weight gain.
• Have struggled with cycles of dieting and are looking for a healthier, more intuitive approach.
• Feel grief or frustration about societal standards and are ready to explore new definitions of wellness.

Glimpse of the regime

Session 1: From Restriction to Intuition

• Explore the harmful cycles of dieting and emotional eating.
• Learn the basics of intuitive eating and how to tune into your body's hunger cues.
• Reflect on your current relationship with food and identify "fear foods."
• Set an experiment to practice mindful eating throughout the week.

Session 2: Letting Go of Old Standards

• Discuss societal beauty standards and how they impact your body image.
• Begin redefining wellness beyond appearance and dieting.
• Write a letter of gratitude to your body for its strength and resilience.
• Set a personal self-care goal to nurture your body emotionally and physically.

Session 3: Eating Well and Moving Joyfully

• Learn simple, practical ways to nourish your body and move with joy.
• Identify enjoyable, realistic habits for balanced eating and movement.
• Plan one new joyful habit to incorporate into your daily routine.
• Reflect on your experience with joyful movement and nourishing foods.

Session 4: Embracing Bodily Happiness

• Process the emotional journey of letting go of the "transformation" narrative.
• Visualize a future of contentment and peace with your body.
• Write positive affirmations to embrace body acceptance and happiness.
• Share your key takeaways and discuss next steps for continued growth.

Learn from us & from each other

  • The tools I gained from this group transformed how I approach food, movement, and self-care.

    Sophie

    Holistic Wellness

  • I finally feel at peace with my body and have learned to nourish it with kindness.

    Anjali

    Body Acceptance

  • This group helped me break free from diet culture and embrace a healthier, happier mindset

    Priya

    Empowered Change

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Meet your Facilitator

Sadaf Vidha

Sadaf Vidha is the founder of Guftagu Counselling and Psychotherapy (OPC) Pvt. Ltd. and the recipient of the Restore Awards 2022 for “Mental Health Beyond Boundaries,” which she received alongside Aryan Somaiya. As a plus-sized queer woman with lived experiences of conservatism at home and Islamophobia in society, Sadaf brings a unique perspective to her work. She uses her curiosity and resourcefulness to navigate the delicate balance between hope and loss, an approach that deeply influences her practice.

Her therapeutic approach is rooted in Relational Psychoanalysis, a framework that emphasizes the importance of relationships in shaping the self. Sadaf specializes in addressing mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, body image, and self-esteem issues. She also works extensively with marginalized communities, including Muslim, oppressed caste, queer, and trans clients, focusing on the intersections of identity and mental health.

Sadaf believes that the essence of therapy lies in working through themes of loss, hate, love, differences, and grief. In addition to providing individual, couple, and family therapy, she is passionate about teaching, researching, and writing. Sadaf also collaborates with mental health NGOs and startups to enhance the user-friendliness and efficacy of their services.

In her spare time, she enjoys reading, writing, painting, listening to old Hindi songs, and indulging in her talent for "cat whispering."

FAQs

What are SoulUp Groups?

At SoulUp, you'll meet people who get what you're going through and might be living some of the same realities. People looking for extraordinary conversations, just like you.

✔️ Small group, 6-8 people

✔️ Every meeting led by a world-class facilitator

✔️ Weekly 75-minute online video sessions

How is confidentiality maintained in Groups?

Confidentiality in Support Groups is maintained using secure meeting links and enabling waiting rooms to control participant access. Participants are bound by mutual confidentiality clause within the group. and sessions are not recorded without explicit consent.

Are Group sessions done on video?

Yes, all group sessions are conducted on video via Zoom.

While participants are allowed to use pseudonyms - they need to be on video to make the most of the session.

What is SoulUp's refund policy on Groups?

1. After you have registered for the group and you'd like to opt out:
- Full refund if you cancel 30 days before the group start date.
- 50% refund if you cancel 16-30 days before the group start date.
- No refund if you cancel 0-15 days before the group start date.

2. If SoulUp cancels a group, we will refund the entire signup fee.

3. If SoulUp reschedules a group by more than 2 weeks, we will inform you and give you an option to opt out and get a full refund.

4. SoulUp reserves the right to remove participants from a group if found unsuitable to the group. In such cases participants are given the option of claiming the pro-rata amount left as a refund or using it for another service on SoulUp.

Can I use multiple discounts while signing up for a group?

You can use only 1 type discount while signing up for a group. Cash backs cannot be coupled with discounts either.

* Are FREE Peer calls available to everyone who signs-up for this group?

You can book 3 Peer calls for FREE as part of signing up for this group.

Please note: This is only available to first-time participants of a SoulUp group (those trying a SoulUp group for the first time).

How long has SoulUp been around?

SoulUp was founded in 2022 by Punita Mittal and Mahak Maheshwari - a team of IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay with more than 20 years of combined healthcare experience. SoulUp is redefining mental health through groups that are not only effective but also fun, social, and challenging.

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Online therapy groups or support groups are structured, therapist-led sessions where participants gather virtually to discuss and work on specific mental health or personal growth topics.

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2. What benefits can I expect from joining an online therapy group or support group?

Participants in online therapy groups often experience improved mental health, a greater sense of connection, and enhanced coping skills. Group therapy provides structured guidance from a therapist, which can lead to valuable insights and personal growth.

3. How does online group therapy compare to one-on-one therapy?

One-on-one therapy is personalized, focusing solely on your needs, which can be ideal for in-depth, private work with a therapist.

Online group therapy, however, offers a sense of community and shared experience. In addition to learning from the therapist, members get to connect with others facing similar challenges. Group settings provide diverse perspectives and reduce isolation, which participants find valuable.

4. Are online groups effective?

Yes, studies show that online groups can be as effective as in-person groups. The online format provides convenience and accessibility while offering the same structured therapeutic benefits, especially for those who prefer the comfort of their home environment.

5. Will I have to share my personal journey in the group?

Sharing is encouraged but never forced. Participants are free to share only what they feel comfortable with, and many find that opening up gradually is natural and helpful for their own growth.

6. How do online therapy groups or support groups handle difficult emotions that arise?

The therapist leading the group is trained to manage challenging emotions. They provide tools and strategies for coping, helping participants process feelings safely.

7. Can I attend online therapy groups if I’m already in individual therapy?

Yes, many people find that group therapy superbly complements individual therapy, providing additional insights and social support, thus accelerating their healing. Also, users often join group therapy for a topic that they are not focusing on in their individual therapy sessions. Often, therapists themselves recommend their clients to group therapy for a specific area of their life.

8. How do I know if a support group is right for me?

If you’re looking for shared experiences and emotional support rather than structured therapeutic guidance, a support group may be ideal. Otherwise, consider a therapy group for a more structured approach.

You can also join more than one group if you feel it will benefit you, especially if each group focuses on a different aspect of your mental health journey.