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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) Support Group

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) Support Group

A psychologist-led support group for individuals living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME) and fatigue-related chronic illnesses. A safe, understanding space to explore coping strategies, manage symptoms, and connect with others who truly understand.

Take this quiz to evaluate how CFS is affecting your quality of life.

Start Date: Within next 3 months

4 weekly Zoom sessions | 75 minutes

Confidential | Small group, 6-8 people

Group Type: Support Group

Includes 3 Free Peer Calls*

Led by Therapist

Regular price Rs. 3,000.00
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  • Living with Unexplained Fatigue

    If you experience exhaustion that doesn’t go away with rest — whether from a known condition or something yet undiagnosed — this group offers understanding and tools to cope.

  • Whatever the Root Cause

    CFS can stem from many things — viral infections, autoimmune issues, stress, trauma, or unknown triggers. Whatever the cause, you’re welcome here.

  • Struggling with Brain Fog & Crashes

    If thinking, focusing, or physical effort leaves you wiped out or worse the next day, you’ll find others who truly get it.

  • Feeling Alone in This Journey

    If your fatigue has been minimized, dismissed, or misunderstood by others — this is a space where you’ll be believed and supported.

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Why This Group Exists

• Validation & Support – A non-judgmental space to be heard and understood
• Symptom Management – Practical tools for fatigue, brain fog, and PEM
• Emotional Well-being – Addressing the mental health impact of CFS
• Building Resilience – Setting boundaries, communicating needs, and navigating relationships

Glimpse of the regime

Session 1: Understanding CFS and its emotional impact

Focus: Emotional impact of chronic fatigue and invisible illness

Discussion Points:

• Introduction and group safety guidelines
• Feeling misunderstood, dismissed, or invalidated
• Grief around “old self” and changing capacity, Building emotional safety and shared understanding

Session 2: Fighting the Body vs Listening to the body

Focus: To help participants explore pacing, Body trust and Burnout cycles

Discussion Points:

• Boom-bust cycles in CFS
• Productivity guilt and overcompensation
• Difficulty resting without shame
• Learning body awareness and pacing psychologically
• Rebuilding trust with the body instead of constantly battling it. • Participants gain insight into survival patterns that worsen emotional and physical exhaustion.

Session 3: Self Worth, Boundaries and Relationships

Focus: To help participants explore boundaries and social support

Discussion Points:

• Difficulty explaining fatigue to others
• Boundaries with family, work, and social life
• Fear of being perceived as lazy or dramatic
• Navigating loneliness and emotional disconnection
• Learning to communicate needs without overexplaining

Session 4: Rebuilding Identity and Sustainable living

Focus: To help participants build a life with illness, not against it

Discussion Points:

• Acceptance vs giving up
• Developing self-compassion toward limitations
• Emotional resilience with unpredictability
• Creating sustainable coping systems
• Hope and meaning beyond cure-focused thinking

Meet your Facilitator

Shivaani Chugh

● Years of Experience: 3
● Groups Facilitated at SoulUp: 1
● Relevant Expertise: Chronic Illness & Mental Health, Identity & Self-Worth, Grief & Boundaries, Emotional Regulation, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care

Shivaani Chugh is a therapist working at the intersection of chronic illness and mental health, bringing together both clinical and lived experience in her work. She creates reflective and psychologically safe spaces where individuals can explore complex themes such as identity, self-worth, grief, boundaries, and emotional regulation—especially in the context of living with long-term health conditions. She is particularly interested in holding space for nuanced conversations around dating, disclosure, and the often unspoken feelings of being “too much” or “not enough.”

Her approach is grounded in Narrative Therapy, integrated with trauma-informed practices, helping individuals reconnect with their personal narratives and make sense of their experiences with compassion and depth. For Shivaani, this work is deeply meaningful because there are very few spaces where people with chronic conditions can openly explore their emotional and relational worlds, and she values creating environments where individuals feel seen, understood, and less alone.

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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.

More about Support Groups & Therapy Groups:

1. What is an online therapy or support group?

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.

These groups offer a supportive environment and help members learn coping strategies and relevant techniques from the therapist. Participants offer each other encouragement, share advice, and provide emotional support, helping one another feel less isolated.

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.