Group Type: Support Group
Goals of the Group:
• To enhance one’s ability to work through infidelity. • Explore themes such as guilt, shame, anger, and disappointment. • Understand the impact of the incident on one’s current and future relationships. • Initiate an internal dialogue on one’s emotional needs and learn to communicate them.
Who Is The Group For?
The group is for adults (18-45 years) who have been betrayed by their partners. This is a place for those struggling with infidelity to ask questions and get support. There can be great comfort in not carrying this burden alone.
Discussion Topics:
- The Incident • What brings you here? • Creating a shared understanding of infidelity
- The Emotional Experience • Identifying and managing your emotional experience of infidelity. • Acknowledging these difficult emotions and the need to stay with them.
- Forgiveness & Trust • Engaging with the idea of forgiveness and the function of blame. • Confronting conflicting thoughts. • Understanding your definition of trust and identifying your emotional needs to give way to resolution.
- The Present & the Future • Understanding the impact of the incident on your present and future relationships. • Discussing where you would like to see yourself in the near future in terms of interpersonal relationships.
Glimpse of the Session:
The session will involve guided discussions and sharing of experiences, with the aim of providing support and understanding. The group will explore various aspects of infidelity and its impact, with a focus on emotional healing and personal growth.
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:
Ummul Fatima is a licensed clinical psychologist and research scientist specializing in child and adolescent mental health. With extensive experience in psychological assessments, psychotherapy, and research, she has worked closely with young individuals navigating emotional, cognitive, and behavioral challenges. Her clinical expertise includes comprehensive assessments of cognitive, personality, and neuropsychological functioning, guiding clients toward deeper self-understanding and growth.
Currently, at AIIMS, New Delhi, Ummul is engaged in research exploring the psychosocial correlates of COVID-19 in school-going adolescents. Additionally, she is investigating grief in neurological and neurosurgical conditions, examining its impact on both patients and caregivers. Her work is driven by a deep curiosity about interplay between mental health, illness, and resilience.
Beyond clinical and research settings, Ummul is committed to mental health promotion and preventive interventions, with a particular focus on developing culturally relevant digital tools that enhance psychological and subjective well-being.
Firmly believing in the interconnectedness of language, culture, and mental health, Ummul adopts a multidimensional and contextual approach in her practice. She sees healing as a deeply personal journey one that requires awareness, resilience, and self-exploration. As a clinician and researcher, she strives to create a collaborative space where individuals can step into their strength and navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence.
