ABSTRACT
Group therapy can be useful in neuro-rehabilitation as a way to spread resources further, normalise experiences, develop support systems, and include systemic networks. It can also benefit other forms of clinical work, by providing a flexible environment in which to get to know clients, and be a privileged witness to their rich narratives, all of which can take place in a setting that is often more relaxed than formal neuro-rehabilitative environments. The Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Service based in Chester is a small community team consisting of a service manager, a specialist occupational therapist, a consultant clinical neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist, and a part-time administrator. The ABI service was all too aware of the lack of a support group in the area that would provide a forum for people with ABI to be able to share experiences, improve their coping skills, not feel alone, and to make connections in a non-judgemental environment.
