Welcome to the new
Forgiveness Clinic in Westport, CT
Thursdays 5-7pm | By appointment
Who the Forgiveness Clinic is for
We welcome anyone who is curious about forgiveness or interested in learning more about forgiving. Adults and very mature teens with supervision.
What to Expect
Privacy first. You don’t have to share who or what you want to forgive.
Forgiveness is optional. You don’t have to forgive or reconcile with anyone to take part. You’re welcome to simply be present and join in as much as you’re comfortable.
Our method. We teach forgiveness, self-care, and self-soothing techniques in a safe, warm, nonjudgmental group setting. We focus on supporting your mental, emotional, and physical safety along the way. Sessions include trauma-informed stress management techniques such as guided meditation, mindfulness-based relaxation, breathwork, slow gentle walking, forgiveness readings, and Q&A.
You may also sit quietly while we offer optional group ear acupuncture. It helps calm and “tune up” your nervous system, so you shift out of “fight or flight” mode and into “rest and digest” mode. You can decline, or try just one or a few ear points. Needle-free ear seed stickers are also available. Ear acupuncture generally helps the whole group relax.
There are claims that forgiveness may be healing but we make no claims.
Research reports that forgiveness may be linked to less depression, anxiety, and stress, better sleep, and lower blood pressure. You can read more of the research yourself here: NIH, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Harvard Health, Harvard Chan, Stanford, Cornell, Mayo Clinic, and American Psychological Association.
The Forgiveness Clinic is educational and encourages you to explore forgiveness at your own pace. We are experts in stress reduction and mind-body wellness. We believe forgiveness may be a key to greater well-being, but we do not offer it as a medical treatment or cure, and we don’t guarantee any outcome.
Possible Side Effects
The forgiveness process can bring up strong feelings. You may cry, feel tired, need extra sleep, or want connection and support to talk through past issues.
Working Alongside Therapy
We can refer you for one-on-one psychotherapy or for mental health evaluation and diagnosis. Our sessions can complement therapy, and you’re welcome to visit us before or after your counseling sessions.
The Forgiveness Clinic Is Not for:
- Anyone in acute crisis (suicidal, psychotic, or severely dissociated)
- Anyone intoxicated or in withdrawal
- Anyone in an active conflict with another attendee
- Anyone disruptive or aggressive
- Children
Limited Seating
The Forgiveness Clinic meets weekly, in person, in Westport, CT. Groups are limited to 12 participants.
To participate: text 203-451-9865. Questions are welcome.
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Accepting clients by appointment
Forgiveness Clinic (In-Person)
Thursdays 5-7pm
Office Location
1555 Post Road East
Westport, CT
203 451 9865 Text
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