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Complex Trauma Support Group

Complex Trauma Support Group

A support group designed to help individuals heal from long-term emotional wounds, rebuild inner safety, and develop healthier patterns of connection and self-understanding.

Starts 23rd April, 2026

4 Zoom sessions | Every Thursday at 8:00 PM IST | 75 minutes

Confidential | Small group, 6-8 people

Group Type: Support Group

Includes 3 Free Peer Calls*

Led by therapist

Rs. 3,000.00
Rs. 3,000.00
Starts 23rd April Booked out
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Who is the Group for?

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Goal of the group

This group offers a safe, steady, and compassionate space for anyone living with the effects of long-standing emotional hurt or difficult early life experiences. Together, we work on understanding patterns shaped by trauma, strengthening coping skills, reconnecting with the body, and building supportive relationships. Through guided practices, reflective exercises, and facilitated discussions, participants move toward greater self-trust, resilience, and emotional balance.

Glimpse of the regime

Session 1: Building Safety & Understanding Your Emotional Landscape

Goal: Build safety, trust, and understanding of how past experiences shape present emotions.

Flow of the session:
• Gentle grounding and introductions
• Understanding what trauma is and how it shows up in everyday life
• Exploring common emotional and behavioural patterns shaped by past experiences
• Group sharing with clear guidelines and boundaries
• Reflection prompt + simple regulation tool to take home

Session 2: The Body, Stress & Finding Grounding Tools

Goal: Learn how the body responds to stress and practise grounding strategies.

Flow of the session:
• Opening check-in and grounding
• Understanding the body’s stress responses (freeze, fight, flight, fawn)
• Identifying personal triggers and early signs of overwhelm
• Practising simple mind–body regulation tools
• Group sharing and guided reflection

Session 3: Emotional Patterns, Inner Voices & Self-Compassion

Goal: Explore emotional patterns, self-talk, and inner protective strategies.

Flow of the session:
• Grounding + emotional check-in
• Understanding emotional loops (shutdown, people-pleasing, avoidance, self-blame)
• Exploring inner voices and protective parts
• Gentle Expressive Arts / journaling activity
• Group reflection + building self-compassion practices

Session 4: Strengthening Resilience & Creating Your Healing Toolkit

Goal: Strengthen resilience and identify tools for continued healing after the group.

Flow of the session:
• Opening grounding + shared reflections from the past weeks
• Identifying personal strengths and growth areas
• Creating a personalised “healing toolkit” (regulation tools, boundaries, support practices)
• Closing group sharing, appreciation round, and future resources
• End-of-group grounding exercise

Meet your Facilitator

Sakar Narula

● Years of Experience: 6 years
● Groups Facilitated at SoulUp: 1
● Relevant Expertise: Complex Trauma, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Emotional Regulation, Relationship Patterns, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Expressive Arts Therapy, Hypnotherapy

Sakar Narula is a psychologist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Psychology. Over the years, he has worked with individuals navigating long-standing emotional wounds, difficult early life experiences, and patterns shaped by trauma. His work focuses on helping people understand how past experiences influence their emotions, relationships, and sense of self, while supporting them in building greater emotional safety and resilience.

His therapeutic approach is trauma-informed and integrative, drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Expressive Arts Therapy, and reflective practices. Sakar also runs Zentered Minds Psychological Services, where he works on therapy, training, and mental health programs focused on experiential and trauma-informed approaches.

He values group spaces for the sense of shared understanding they create. Through guided discussions, experiential activities, and reflective exercises, he aims to foster environments where individuals can safely explore their experiences, develop self-awareness, and realise they are not alone in their healing journeys.

Interested in multiple groups? Access at 60% off

What you get:

  • Unlimited Support Groups – Join any eligible group throughout the year at no extra cost.
  • Exclusive Weekly Series – Join our weekly Women/Men Unfiltered sessions on relationships, career, identity, and mental health.
  • 24 Free Peer Calls – Connect one-on-one with other members for support and shared experiences.
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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.

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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.