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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 4th December, 2026

4 Zoom sessions | Every Friday 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

Regular price Rs. 3,000.00
Regular price Sale price Rs. 3,000.00
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  • Difficult Experiences

    People who have faced difficult experiences growing up or have been in abusive relationships

  • Emotional Regulation

    People who face difficulties regulating their emotions

  • Trust & Connection

    People who have trouble trusting and connecting with others

  • Self-Understanding

    People who have trouble understanding themselves

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Goal of the group

* Build awareness about complex trauma, its impact, and the body’s stress responses.
* Identify personal triggers, stress patterns, and learn grounding and regulation strategies.
* Understand protective patterns and underlying emotional needs with greater self-awareness and compassion.
* Connect with others with similar experiences and build a sense of safety, support, and belonging within the group.
* Strengthen emotional regulation, resilience, and connection with personal strengths and resources.

30% % time
Sharing & Reflection
Spent on sharing personal experiences, reflecting & hearing from others.
30% % time
Psychoeducation / Therapist Input
Spent on key concepts, frameworks & examples.
40% % time
Skills / Exercises / Application
Spent on learning & practising specific coping tools/ strategies.
100 +
Past participants
Number of people who have attended this group in the past
15 +
Batches run
Number of batches of this support group completed till now.

Glimpse of the regime

Session 1:Psychoeducation & Building Safety

Sharing & Reflection : Hopes for the group, features and presentations we relate to.

Psychoeducation / Therapist Input : Understanding trauma, trauma vs complex trauma with respect to causes and key features.

Skill / Exercise / Application : Check-in with mindfulness, building safety within the group, somatic resourcing, grounding within the session.

Key Takeaway : Understanding the difference between trauma and complex trauma, identifying the impact of the past, building safety and resourcing through mindfulness and grounding.

Session 2: Identifying Triggers & Understanding Stress Responses

Sharing & Reflection : Our default stress responses and existing coping strategies.

Psychoeducation / Therapist Input : Stress responses, window of tolerance.

Skill / Exercise / Application : Identifying signs, triggers and stress responses, grounding and emotional regulation.

Key Takeaway : Understanding our stress response and triggers, practising regulation and grounding when dysregulated.

Session 3: Understanding Patterns & Fostering Compassion

Sharing & Reflection : Patterns of responding and relating, adaptations we relate to and their desired impact.

Psychoeducation / Therapist Input : Common patterns and adaptations, emotional needs and protective parts underlying adaptations.

Skill / Exercise / Application : Mapping patterns, identifying impact of adaptations, recognising needs, developing self-compassion, grounding

Key Takeaway : Identifying existing patterns, recognising underlying needs and impact, fostering self-compassion and more regulated responding and relating.

Session 4: Understanding Ourselves & Strengthening Resilience

Sharing & Reflection : Experiences over the past few sessions, learnings about our strengths, emotions and needs.

Psychoeducation / Therapist Input : Developmental needs, anchoring our sense of self.

Skill / Exercise / Application : Gratitude, identifying strengths, leveraging resources and tools, receiving appreciation, grounding.

Key Takeaway : Understanding ourselves through our strengths and relationship with others, and leveraging tools to strengthen resilience.

Meet your Facilitator

Apurva Sapra

• Years of Experience: 9 years
• Groups Facilitated at SoulUp: 1
• Relevant Expertise: Complex Trauma, PTSD, Survivors of Violence & Abuse, Chronic Illness, Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss, Existential Concerns, Burnout, Stress & Overwhelm, Self-esteem, Identity & Confidence, Anger & Emotion Regulation

Apurva Sapra is a psychotherapist and mental health consultant who has worked across private practice, community mental health, educational institutions, and online platforms. Her work focuses on trauma, community mental health, and supporting individuals navigating complex emotional and life experiences. She brings a trauma-focused, strengths-based, anti-caste, and queer-affirmative approach to her work, creating inclusive spaces where people can feel understood without being reduced to their challenges.

She has extensive experience supporting individuals navigating complex trauma, PTSD, violence and abuse, including adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, identity concerns, and feelings of meaninglessness. Her therapeutic approach draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Parts Work, Humanistic and Person-Centred Therapy, Somatic and Body-Based Therapies, Narrative Therapy, and Existential and Gestalt approaches.

Alongside her clinical practice, Apurva has designed and led community mental health programmes, developed training modules, and worked towards making mental health care more accessible and responsive in underserved communities. She has also trained in complex trauma, community mental health, restorative justice, forensic psychology, and leadership in mental health.

Apurva believes in moving beyond problem-centred approaches and creating spaces that recognise people's strengths, identities, and lived experiences. As a facilitator, she aims to create emotionally safe and inclusive group spaces where participants can explore their experiences, connect with others, and develop greater self-understanding and resilience.

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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.