Group Therapy
Discover Your Voice in Community
Where Individual Growth Meets Collective Wisdom
Group therapy at ShieldMee creates a unique laboratory for interpersonal growth. Our Clinical Language Profiling technology adds an unprecedented layer of insight, showing you not just what you say, but how your communication patterns shift in different social dynamics. We integrate Yalom’s foundational group therapy principles with cutting-edge language analysis to create a comprehensive therapeutic experience.
The Power of Witnessed Transformation
Accountability Partners: Group members become invested in each other’s growth, creating natural accountability that accelerates progress.
Live Feedback: See how your communication style affects others in real-time, with CLP data providing objective insights into group dynamics.
Diverse Perspectives: Learn from others facing similar challenges while discovering your unique communication strengths.
Safe Practice: Develop new interpersonal skills in a controlled, supportive environment before applying them to your relationships.
Group Formats Available
Executive Communication Groups: Strategic role-play using game theory principles to enhance leadership presence, decision-making patterns, and authentic communication through Yalom’s interpersonal learning framework
Relationship Dynamics Groups: Focus on attachment styles, boundary setting, and intimate communication
Anxiety & Social Confidence Groups: Building comfort and authenticity in social situations through group cohesiveness and universality
Forensic & Personality Disorder Groups: Specialized groups incorporating
Samenow and Yochelson’s Criminal Personality research from St. Elizabeths Hospital, addressing thinking patterns and behavioral change for complex personality presentations
Group Guidelines
Size: Limited to 6-8 participants for optimal intimacy and growth
Duration: 12-week commitments with option to continue
Frequency: Weekly 90-minute sessions
Facilitation: Co-facilitated by Eduardo Florez, LMHC (founder) and Dr. William
Samek, Licensed Forensic Psychologist (40+ years clinical experience), integrating
Yalom’s therapeutic factors with CLP technology and specialized forensic
approaches
Confidentiality: Strict group agreements protect all member privacy
Preparation: Individual consultation required before group entry
Investment and Commitment
Group therapy requires dedication to both your growth and the growth of others. Members commit to regular attendance, honest participation, and maintaining confidentiality.
Group membership includes:
– Weekly 90-minute facilitated sessions with dual clinical expertise
– CLP insights specific to group interactions
– Individual check-ins as needed
– Resources and homework between sessions
– Access to group-specific materials and exercises