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Sexual & Intimate Partner Violence Support Group (Virtual)


  • Clinic Altera 2383 Rue Beaubien Est Montréal, QC, H2G 1N3 Canada (map)

Sexual & Intimate Partner Violence Support Group (Virtual Group)

Experiencing sexual or intimate partner violence can leave deep marks on the nervous system, the body, and our sense of safety in relationships. Healing does not have to happen alone. This support group offers a safe, confidential, and compassionate space for survivors to come together, share, and rebuild connections. Please not this is the Virtual offering and we will meet over Zoom.

What to Expect

  • Trauma-Informed Approach: Facilitated by trained psychotherapists who understand the impact of trauma and prioritize safety, choice, and empowerment.

  • Small, Intimate Setting: Groups are capped to remain supportive, grounded, and relational.

  • Psychoeducation & Coping Tools: Learn about the nervous system, trauma responses, boundaries, and pathways toward healing.

  • Community & Connection: Build supportive relationships with others who understand what it means to survive and to begin reclaiming agency, intimacy, and trust.

Who This Group is For

  • Survivors of sexual assault, abuse, or intimate partner violence

  • Those seeking a supportive community to supplement individual therapy or as an affordable alternative to individual therapy

Format & Accessibility

  • Duration: 8 weeks

  • Length: 90-minute sessions

  • Language: English

  • Facilitator: Amanda Hankins, MSW, Clinical Director

  • Format: Virtual

  • Group Size: Limited to 8 participants to maintain safety and intimacy

Pricing

Accessible, pay-what-you-can sliding scale:

  • $320 ($40 per session)→ Student/income under ~$40k

  • $440 ($55 per session)→ Income ~$40–65k

  • $560 ($70 per session) → Income $65k+
    If the lowest tier is still out of reach, please reach out. A small number of equity spots may be available.

Why Join a Group?

Group therapy allows survivors to realize they are not alone in their experiences. It is a cost-effective and powerful complement to individual therapy. Through shared stories, nervous system attunement, and gentle co-regulation, participants begin to feel seen, understood, and supported.

To join this group please email: Admin@clinicaltera.com

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