Group Type: Support Group
Goals of the Group:
Our aim is to foster a secure, contemplative, and non-judgmental atmosphere for members to share their experiences, challenges, and concerns related to the arranged marriage process. This is beneficial for individuals currently navigating the process as well as those considering it as an option.
Session Overview:
Session 1: Reflecting on Individual Contexts
- Examining the arranged marriage process within participants’ socio-cultural backgrounds
- Sharing personal experiences about opting for an arranged marriage
- Discussing individual difficulties and concerns surrounding the process
Session 2: Exploring Initial Stressors
- Navigating the selection process
- Managing family expectations and involvement
- Considering preferences against non-negotiables
Session 3: Getting to Know Prospective Partners
- Adopting a mindful approach
- Discussing the difference between chemistry and compatibility
- Balancing vulnerability with self-preservation
- Establishing boundaries around physical intimacy
Session 4: Yes, No and After
- Addressing challenges around saying No
- Coping with setbacks and rejections
- Balancing impressing the family with setting boundaries
- Managing time pressure and determining certainty
- Group check-in
Please Note:
The session topics, order, and other details may be adjusted based on the group members’ and facilitators’ needs and preferences.
Please note that the session topics, order, and other details may be subject to change based on the needs and preferences of the group members and facilitators.
Facilitator Bio:
Facilitator: Dr Akanksha
• Years of Experience: 10+ years
• Groups Facilitated at SoulUp: 1
• Relevant Expertise: Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Interventions, Group Counselling
Dr. Akanksha is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over a decade of experience in clinical practice. She follows a holistic, person-centered approach, working collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans aligned with their unique needs and life goals. Her work integrates evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based interventions, and she prioritizes creating a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic space.
She has extensive experience working with individuals navigating depression and BPD, and her interest in this work is also shaped by personal insight into emotional lows and life transitions. Dr. Akanksha has taught group counselling to postgraduate students and facilitated workshops and group interventions for university students and corporate employees, working with groups ranging from 25 to 200 participants. She believes group spaces play a powerful role in helping individuals feel supported, understood, and better equipped to manage challenges across different areas of life.
• Years of Experience: 10+ years
• Groups Facilitated at SoulUp: 1
• Relevant Expertise: Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Interventions, Group Counselling
Dr. Akanksha is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over a decade of experience in clinical practice. She follows a holistic, person-centered approach, working collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans aligned with their unique needs and life goals. Her work integrates evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based interventions, and she prioritizes creating a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic space.
She has extensive experience working with individuals navigating depression and BPD, and her interest in this work is also shaped by personal insight into emotional lows and life transitions. Dr. Akanksha has taught group counselling to postgraduate students and facilitated workshops and group interventions for university students and corporate employees, working with groups ranging from 25 to 200 participants. She believes group spaces play a powerful role in helping individuals feel supported, understood, and better equipped to manage challenges across different areas of life.
The above information can change at any time, and aren't verified by us. Feel free to reach out to the facilitator for any queries or clarifications.
