Table 1 SHARE Group Outline
Session | Components | Therapeutic Tasks |
|---|---|---|
1–2 | • Establish group norms • Provide psychoeducation about trauma, trauma sequelae, and the rationale for exposure treatment • Teach coping techniques (e.g., grounding, deep breathing) for use during and outside of session | • Build rapport, trust, and safety • Enhance motivation • Build self-efficacy |
3–7 | • Conduct imaginal exposure • Give and receive supportive feedback following exposures • Identify and challenge common cognitive themes that emerge in trauma narratives.a • Provide education on special topics related to sexual violence sequelae (e.g., healthy/unhealthy relationships) | • Approach rather than avoid distressing memories of sexual violence victimization • Facilitate emotional processing • Normalize experiences • Develop more balanced views of the traumatic event(s) and one’s role in it • Facilitate peer support |
8 | • Consolidate gains • Connect to local resources • Discuss relapse prevention | • Anticipate lapses • Provide hope for continued healing |