Maple Tree Counselling HK, a boutique counselling and therapy practice in Hong Kong, has announced the launch of small group counselling and peer support sessions for adults and adolescents aged 14 and above. The new services address the growing demand for accessible, community-based mental health support across diverse populations. To learn more visit: https://www.mapletreecounselling.com/who-we-help/
The group counselling programs cater to various communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals, people experiencing grief, parents and teenagers, those undergoing divorce, individuals with fertility issues, women navigating menopause, men addressing mental health challenges, families seeking fostering and adoption support, and blended or non-traditional families.
Group therapy at Maple Tree Counselling HK treats a broad range of mental health conditions, including depression, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), panic disorder, phobias, generalized anxiety disorder, eating disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and substance use disorder.
The practice primarily utilizes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in group settings, recognizing that groups provide powerful support systems that remind participants they are not alone in their mental health journey. Group therapy offers meaningful feedback that participants can incorporate into actionable plans with support from others facing similar struggles.
CBT group therapy provides several significant benefits. Participants can practice learned strategies and apply them within a supportive group setting, developing new life perspectives through reduced negative self-talk and improved self-worth. The format creates expanded support networks, better interpersonal relationships, and fewer interpersonal conflicts. Participants experience accelerated personal growth by learning from others' experiences, enhanced feelings of progress and recovery, and opportunities to practice gratitude and structured conversations in a safe space with people who understand their situations.
Group therapy offers distinct advantages over individual counselling in certain contexts. Group members serve as role models for other participants, with individuals who have successfully coped with problems enhancing others' belief in their own capabilities. The group setting provides safety, support, and encouragement from peers navigating similar challenges.
Additionally, group therapy allows counselling therapists to observe firsthand how each individual interacts with others and behaves in social settings, providing valuable insights for treatment. Importantly, group therapy is highly affordable, as therapists can help multiple people simultaneously, significantly reducing costs for each participant.
Despite the advantages of group CBT, individual therapy remains preferable in certain situations, including cases involving social anxiety, histories of abuse or trust issues, personality disorders, privacy concerns, or social phobias. Group therapy has limitations, particularly regarding crisis intervention. For example, individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts typically respond better to individual therapy. For more information about group therapy and counselling services, visit https://www.mapletreecounselling.com/
About Maple Tree Counselling
Launched in 2021, Maple Tree Counselling originated from the shared vision of colleagues and friends committed to addressing the growing demand for mental health services. The practice chose the maple tree as its symbol for its cultural meanings: resilience, strength, fertility, protection, tolerance, love, and honor. Operating locations in Hong Kong, Central Victoria, and Melbourne, Australia, the practice features therapists with international qualifications and accreditations.
The counselling team includes Simon Westcott, who provides CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and psychodynamic therapy; Dickie Mok, who offers CBT, ACT, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and role-playing game therapy; Casey McGrath, who provides ACT, CBT, and schema and narrative therapy; Nicola Shannon, who offers Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, and psychodynamic therapy; Lianne Lim, who provides Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), CBT, person-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing; and Jacqueline Tryde, who offers CBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and mindfulness-based psychotherapy.
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For more information about Maple Tree Counselling, contact the company here:
Maple Tree Counselling
Anjali Nihalchand
+852 6375 6098
info@mapletreecounselling.com
19th Floor, China Building, 29 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong
