‘We need stories to understand ourselves’. Salman Rushdie
What is it? The idea behind bibliotherapy groups is a simple one – that stories, books, and reading are therapeutic, but so is community and connection with others. Bibliotherapy groups have elements of both support groups and book clubs. We read a selection of literary, as well as non-fiction books and discuss them in a facilitated, supportive group setting. We meet quarterly, usually on Mondays, for a series of 4 weekly 1-hour sessions.
Who is it for? Anyone who enjoys reading and is interested in personal growth, issues relating to mental health, wellbeing and human condition, and in connecting with others. You would be invited to share your reflections (thoughts, feeling, sensations) to the text, as well as views of others, and encouraged to be open-minded to diverse experiences and views.
Where is it? The Telegraph Hill Community Centre, in SE14.
What is the cost? £50 for a series of 4 sessions.
2025 Book Selection and Dates
Spring: 12th May, 19th May, 28th May, 2nd June. Book: What Happened to you? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience and Healing. By Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey
Summer: 30th June, 7th July, 14th July, 21st July. Book: The Salt Path, By Raynor Winn
Autumn: 6th October, 13th Oct, 20th Oct, 27th Oct. Book: Lost Connections: Uncovering the Real Causes of Depression and the Unexpected solutions. By Johann Hari
Winter: 24th Nov, 1st Dec, 8th Dec, 15th Dec. Small Things Like These. By Claire Keegan.