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Understanding Self and Others (USO) Process Group

Explore how you relate to yourself and others — and practice new ways of connecting in a supportive, therapist-led environment.

Find Connection, Grow Together

Format: Virtual group therapy
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 PM
Duration: Ongoing (no fixed end date)

Led By:

Katie Rim, Ph.D.

Erin Topaltzas, M.A.

About the Group

The Understanding Self and Others (USO) process group is an ongoing virtual therapy group designed to support personal growth through increased self-awareness and meaningful connection with others.

In this group, you’ll have the opportunity to explore how your relationship patterns show up in real time — including how you communicate, set boundaries, handle conflict, seek support, or prioritize others over yourself. These same patterns often appear in our everyday lives, which makes group therapy a uniquely powerful space for insight and change.

Through open discussions and shared reflection, you will gain a deeper understanding of yourself while receiving support through life’s inevitable challenges. With greater awareness comes choice — the ability to keep what works for you and gently shift patterns that no longer serve you.

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Who We Help

This group may be a good fit if you:

Want to better understand how you relate to others
Notice recurring patterns in relationships that feel limiting or frustrating
Tend to people-please, avoid conflict, or struggle to express needs
Are navigating life transitions, stress, or relational challenges
Want a supportive space to grow alongside others

No prior group therapy experience is required.

What to Expect

Participants in the Understanding Self and Others group can expect:

A consistent, therapist-led group environment
Opportunities to reflect on personal and relational patterns
Support and feedback from both facilitators and group members
Increased emotional insight and self-awareness
Concrete steps toward healthier, more adaptive relationships

The goal of this group is not perfection, but growth — helping you move toward more fulfilling, connected, and authentic relationships.

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Ready to learn more?

A safe and welcoming space open to all. Join us each week to offer and receive support through whatever challenges you might be facing, and learn about yourself in the process.

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240-750-6467

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contact@orchardmentalhealth.com

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Monday - Friday
8am-5pm Eastern Time

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From the moment I connected with Orchard Mental Health, I felt at home. Appointment setting was easy. They made me comfortable from the start. Although I haven’t met all the therapists, I can tell you the ones I know are trustworthy, smart, and can get to the heart of the problem (with solutions!) quickly. What is good to know also is that they not only provide counseling, they do testing and can manage medications if need be. Highly recommend.

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Dr. Archer is amazing. I finally found a therapist that I vibe with and just gets it. She’s very professional, knowledgeable and most importantly she LISTENS! I was a previous patient and just recently returned to this practice.

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