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Erectile Dysfunction Support Group

Erectile Dysfunction Support Group

Support group for men facing erectile dysfunction to help you explore effective coping strategies, share experiences, and find solidarity on the journey toward reclaiming confidence and intimacy.

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Goals of the Support Group

The primary goal of this group is to help you address the physical, emotional, and psychological aspects of erectile dysfunction (ED). In this safe, non-judgmental space, you'll have the opportunity to openly discuss your experiences, develop coping strategies, and improve emotional intimacy and communication with your partner. By the end of the program, you should feel more empowered, equipped with practical tools to manage ED, and supported by others who share similar challenges.

Who is the support group for?

This group is for men aged 25-50 who are struggling with erectile dysfunction, whether due to psychological, physical, or lifestyle factors. It is particularly suited for those seeking therapeutic support to understand the root causes of their ED and develop coping strategies in a confidential, supportive environment.

Glimpse of the regime

Cluster 1: Understanding Erectile Dysfunction

Goal: Educate participants on ED, its causes, and the mind-body connection.

Session 1: Introduction & Normalizing the Experience

• Introductions and setting group norms
• Overview of erectile dysfunction: causes (psychological, physical, emotional)
• Sharing experiences and fears
• De-stigmatizing ED: Understanding that it is a common issue

Session 2: The Mind-Body Connection

• How stress, anxiety, and emotional factors influence ED
• Exploring how emotions, particularly shame, guilt, and fear, impact sexual performance
• Mindfulness-based techniques to reduce anxiety related to ED

Goal: Focus on emotional intimacy and communication with partners.

Session 3: Communicating with Your Partner

• Exploring communication issues related to ED
• Practicing open, vulnerable communication about ED with a partner
• Building emotional intimacy as a pathway to improving sexual intimacy

Goal: Introduce practical strategies to improve physical health and lifestyle factors that influence ED.

Session 4: Lifestyle Factors and Sexual Health

• Role of diet, exercise, and lifestyle habits in managing ED
• Exploring habits such as smoking, alcohol consumption, and their impact
• Setting realistic health-related goals to improve ED

Session 5: Physical Interventions and Techniques

• Understanding treatment options (medications, therapies)
• Exploring pelvic floor exercises and their role in improving ED
• Guided practice on techniques to reduce performance anxiety during sex

Goal: Provide participants with tools for long-term management of ED and support.

Session 6: Coping and Looking Forward

• Developing a long-term strategy for managing ED
• Practicing mindfulness, relaxation techniques, and self-compassion
• Discussion on maintaining mental and emotional well-being post-group
• Closing reflections and group feedback

Learn from us & from each other

  • I used to feel ashamed, but this group helped me realize it's okay to talk about ED. Together, we're breaking the silence.

    Rohan

    ED issue

  • This group helped me realize that ED doesn't define me. With the support of fellow members, I'm reclaiming my confidence and intimacy.

    Srinivas

    Dealing with ED

  • This group gave me hope again! Knowing I'm not alone in this battle against ED has been a game-changer. Thank you for the support!

    Aamir

    Struggling with Erectile Dysfunction

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Meet your Facilitator

Paras Sharma

Dr. Paras Sharma is the co-founder and Director at The Alternative Story – a mental health startup based out of Bengaluru.

He holds a Master’s Degree in Counselling and a Doctorate in Psychology.

In a career spanning over 14 years, he has worked in hospitals, helplines, corporate mental health organizations, and academic institutions. He has helped set up India’s largest counselling helpline run by trained mental health professionals and has contributed to establishing and training government helplines to address Violence Against Women in states such as Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh.

Paras uses a strengths-based and solution-focused approach to counselling and views mental illness from an intersectional and systemic perspective. He is trained in Marriage and Family Therapy and is an expert on Men's Mental Health.

With extensive experience in fostering group environments, Paras provides mutual support, accountability, and resilience against relapse. Through multiple batches of this group, he has guided individuals through recovery from porn addiction, focusing on breaking compulsive behavior patterns and building healthier coping strategies.

Paras lives with mental illness, neurodivergence, and chronic illness and is actively engaged in awareness-building and research on these topics.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.