Self-Injury Group
Ms. Vann is recognized as one of the local experts on self-injury and is currently writing a book on the topic. As of November 2011, she has directly worked with over 250 individuals and countless others that her interns have helped with a history of self-harm. She has presented on the topic all over Dallas-Ft. Worth area and in Houston for a state conference of counselors.
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PLEASE NOTE: Those interested in a group MUST E-Mail or Call (during business hours) and register for the groups, as SPACE IS LIMITED. Ladies MUST receive a confirmation from Lori before attending.
| FYI: Self-injury is not just cutting, scratching, & burning, it also includes those who have a history of picking/tweezing facial or body hair to the point of scarring, intentional cuticle ripping for pain or as a distraction, hitting oneself or objects, and piercing for pain. Self-injury affects males and females of all age groups. |
These groups are designed for teenage females, ages 13 to 18, and women 18+ who need extra support as they try to deal with and overcome their urges to self-injure. It is also a place where people can share what coping skills have been helpful for them in addition to learning new skills from the therapist. The group is part therapy and part support group.
The goals of the group are emotional support, education, and intervention. All participants will be asked to sign a counseling contract that outlines the rules of the group and what is expected of its participants. They will also fill out an intake form to assess whether or not they may be appropriate for group. The group will be run by a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor who has an extensive history of working with those who have participated in self-abuse. An LPC Intern may also be present during the group in order to help facilitate the group and/or give the group members an opportunity to speak with someone should they need to temporarily leave the group. Each group session will cover a different issue that is related to self-injury and work on ways to avoid the triggers.