Short-Term Groups for
Specific Challenges
Targeted help, without the long-term commitment.
Brief and affordable
Brief and
affordable
$75 per session for 5 sessions. No hidden fees. You know what you’re committing to from the start.
Small group setting
Small group
setting
Maximum of 3 people per group. Intimate, focused, and supportive.
Focused Topics
Flexible
scheduling
Each group targets one specific goal. New topics are offered every 5 weeks, but each group stands alone.
What is the
Social Confidence Group
You’re probably here because social situations have started to feel... hard.
Maybe you're tired of overthinking what to say, replaying conversations in your head, or feeling like you're always on the outside looking in.
Maybe you’ve been thinking, “If I could just feel more confident around people…” — and now you’re ready to do something about it.
This 5-session group is designed to help you build real-world social confidence — without pressure, roleplays, or being put on the spot.
It’s grounded in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, an evidence-based model proven to help people create meaningful change by focusing on what’s already working.
It’s short-term, strength-based, and centered on your goals, your progress, and what difference that will make in your life.
Whatever brought you here, you’re in the right place.
What is the
Social Confidence Group
You’re probably here because social situations have started to feel... hard.
Maybe you're tired of overthinking what to say, replaying conversations in your head, or feeling like you're always on the outside looking in.
Maybe you’ve been thinking, “If I could just feel more confident around people…” — and now you’re ready to do something about it.
This 5-session group is designed to help you build real-world social confidence — without pressure, roleplays, or being put on the spot.
It’s grounded in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, an evidence-based model proven to help people create meaningful change by focusing on what’s already working.
It’s short-term, strength-based, and centered on your goals, your progress, and what difference that will make in your life.
Whatever brought you here, you’re in the right place.
What is a Micro Group?
Micro Groups are short-term, high-impact therapy groups designed to help you shift one specific challenge in just five sessions.
Each Micro Group focuses on a single topic — like alcohol use, phone habits, or self-talk — and includes no more than three participants. That means you’ll get personal attention, a focused experience, and a clear direction forward.
These groups aren’t about digging into your whole history or signing up for long-term therapy. They’re built for people who already know what’s getting in the way and want to do something about it — quickly and with purpose.
Whether you’re already in therapy or just want a targeted boost, Micro Groups give you a structured space to make progress. You’ll learn from others, stay focused on your goals, and leave with a sense of movement — not more questions.
Each Micro Group runs once a week for five weeks. When one ends, a new topic begins. You're never signing up for more than one group at a time. It’s brief, affordable, and designed to fit into your life — not take it over.
Upcoming Micro Groups
Positive Self Talk
September 6th to October 4th at 10:30 AM October 11th to November 8th at 1:00 PM This group helps you notice and build on the positive messages you already have inside. Over five sessions, you’ll discover how small shifts in your inner voice can boost confidence, calm self-doubt, and open up new possibilities. Together, we’ll focus on what’s working and how to do more of it—so you leave with practical ways to talk to yourself that support your goals and well-being.
Smart Phone Habits
September 6th to October 4th at 1:00 PM October 11th to November 8th at 10:30 AM This group guides you to notice the phone habits that already work for you and build on them. Over five focused sessions, you’ll explore simple, practical ways to use your phone in a way that supports your goals, attention, and well-being. Together, we’ll highlight what’s working and find small changes that make a big difference—helping you reclaim time and feel more in control.
Ease the Winter Blues
November 15th to December 13th at 10:30 AM November 15th to December 13th at 1:00 PM This group supports you in finding small, practical ways to brighten your days during the darker months. Over five sessions, you’ll build on the strengths you already have to lift your energy, boost your mood, and create simple routines that help you feel more balanced and connected. Together, we’ll focus on what’s working and how to do more of it—so you can move through winter with greater ease and hope.
2026 Groups
The selection for 2026 groups is still being developed. These are some of the proposed topics: cannabis reduction, recovery from kratom, starting a new job, moving to a new city, freedom from nicotine and others.
Positive Self Talk
September 6th to October 4th at 10:30 AM October 11th to November 8th at 1:00 PM This group helps you notice and build on the positive messages you already have inside. Over five sessions, you’ll discover how small shifts in your inner voice can boost confidence, calm self-doubt, and open up new possibilities. Together, we’ll focus on what’s working and how to do more of it—so you leave with practical ways to talk to yourself that support your goals and well-being.
Smart Phone Habits
September 6th to October 4th at 1:00 PM October 11th to November 8th at 10:30 AM This group guides you to notice the phone habits that already work for you and build on them. Over five focused sessions, you’ll explore simple, practical ways to use your phone in a way that supports your goals, attention, and well-being. Together, we’ll highlight what’s working and find small changes that make a big difference—helping you reclaim time and feel more in control.
Ease the Winter Blues
November 15th to December 13th at 10:30 AM November 15th to December 13th at 1:00 PM This group supports you in finding small, practical ways to brighten your days during the darker months. Over five sessions, you’ll build on the strengths you already have to lift your energy, boost your mood, and create simple routines that help you feel more balanced and connected. Together, we’ll focus on what’s working and how to do more of it—so you can move through winter with greater ease and hope.
2026 Groups
The selection for 2026 groups is still being developed. These are some of the proposed topics: cannabis reduction, recovery from kratom, starting a new job, moving to a new city, freedom from nicotine and others.
Positive Self Talk
September 6th to October 4th at 10:30 AM October 11th to November 8th at 1:00 PM This group helps you notice and build on the positive messages you already have inside. Over five sessions, you’ll discover how small shifts in your inner voice can boost confidence, calm self-doubt, and open up new possibilities. Together, we’ll focus on what’s working and how to do more of it—so you leave with practical ways to talk to yourself that support your goals and well-being.
Smart Phone Habits
September 6th to October 4th at 1:00 PM October 11th to November 8th at 10:30 AM This group guides you to notice the phone habits that already work for you and build on them. Over five focused sessions, you’ll explore simple, practical ways to use your phone in a way that supports your goals, attention, and well-being. Together, we’ll highlight what’s working and find small changes that make a big difference—helping you reclaim time and feel more in control.
Ease the Winter Blues
November 15th to December 13th at 10:30 AM November 15th to December 13th at 1:00 PM This group supports you in finding small, practical ways to brighten your days during the darker months. Over five sessions, you’ll build on the strengths you already have to lift your energy, boost your mood, and create simple routines that help you feel more balanced and connected. Together, we’ll focus on what’s working and how to do more of it—so you can move through winter with greater ease and hope.
2026 Groups
The selection for 2026 groups is still being developed. These are some of the proposed topics: cannabis reduction, recovery from kratom, starting a new job, moving to a new city, freedom from nicotine and others.
Frequently asked questions about our services
What happens in a group session?
We focus on what’s working, what’s getting better, and what life will look like when things improve. You’ll reflect, imagine, and build on your own progress—all in a supportive, forward-focused setting.
What happens in a group session?
We focus on what’s working, what’s getting better, and what life will look like when things improve. You’ll reflect, imagine, and build on your own progress—all in a supportive, forward-focused setting.
What happens in a group session?
We focus on what’s working, what’s getting better, and what life will look like when things improve. You’ll reflect, imagine, and build on your own progress—all in a supportive, forward-focused setting.
Is this a support group?
Not quite. These are therapist-led solution-focused groups, not open-ended support spaces. Each group is goal-oriented and structured around change.
Is this a support group?
Not quite. These are therapist-led solution-focused groups, not open-ended support spaces. Each group is goal-oriented and structured around change.
Is this a support group?
Not quite. These are therapist-led solution-focused groups, not open-ended support spaces. Each group is goal-oriented and structured around change.
Why work with you?
I’m a licensed therapist who specializes in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), the approach used in every group. I’m currently working toward earning an advanced certificate from BRIEF, the world’s premier training institute for SFBT. This work is my passion—and my entire practice is built around helping people create meaningful change, quickly.
Why work with you?
I’m a licensed therapist who specializes in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), the approach used in every group. I’m currently working toward earning an advanced certificate from BRIEF, the world’s premier training institute for SFBT. This work is my passion—and my entire practice is built around helping people create meaningful change, quickly.
Why work with you?
I’m a licensed therapist who specializes in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), the approach used in every group. I’m currently working toward earning an advanced certificate from BRIEF, the world’s premier training institute for SFBT. This work is my passion—and my entire practice is built around helping people create meaningful change, quickly.
Do I need to commit to all 5 sessions?
Yes. These groups are intentionally short, and the momentum builds each week. Showing up for yourself and others helps everyone get the most out of the experience.
Do I need to commit to all 5 sessions?
Yes. These groups are intentionally short, and the momentum builds each week. Showing up for yourself and others helps everyone get the most out of the experience.
Do I need to commit to all 5 sessions?
Yes. These groups are intentionally short, and the momentum builds each week. Showing up for yourself and others helps everyone get the most out of the experience.
How does payment work?
These groups are private pay only. The total cost is due up front to hold your spot. Keeping things simple allows me to focus on what matters most: helping you get the most out of these five sessions.
How does payment work?
These groups are private pay only. The total cost is due up front to hold your spot. Keeping things simple allows me to focus on what matters most: helping you get the most out of these five sessions.
How does payment work?
These groups are private pay only. The total cost is due up front to hold your spot. Keeping things simple allows me to focus on what matters most: helping you get the most out of these five sessions.
How small are the groups?
Just three people—small enough that you’ll never get lost in the crowd. You’ll have space to reflect, contribute, and focus on what’s working for you. It’s a premium, boutique experience designed for meaningful change in a short amount of time.
How small are the groups?
Just three people—small enough that you’ll never get lost in the crowd. You’ll have space to reflect, contribute, and focus on what’s working for you. It’s a premium, boutique experience designed for meaningful change in a short amount of time.
How small are the groups?
Just three people—small enough that you’ll never get lost in the crowd. You’ll have space to reflect, contribute, and focus on what’s working for you. It’s a premium, boutique experience designed for meaningful change in a short amount of time.
What are the topics for groups?
Each group is designed around a specific theme—like phone use, self-talk, or winter mood. Topics are constantly roating and changing. Choose one that fits what you want to improve right now.
What are the topics for groups?
Each group is designed around a specific theme—like phone use, self-talk, or winter mood. Topics are constantly roating and changing. Choose one that fits what you want to improve right now.
What are the topics for groups?
Each group is designed around a specific theme—like phone use, self-talk, or winter mood. Topics are constantly roating and changing. Choose one that fits what you want to improve right now.
What is the next step?
Schedule a free 15-minute video consult. You’ll get a chance to ask questions, explore fit, and choose the group that feels right for you. No pressure—just a brief conversation to help you decide.
What is the next step?
Schedule a free 15-minute video consult. You’ll get a chance to ask questions, explore fit, and choose the group that feels right for you. No pressure—just a brief conversation to help you decide.
What is the next step?
Schedule a free 15-minute video consult. You’ll get a chance to ask questions, explore fit, and choose the group that feels right for you. No pressure—just a brief conversation to help you decide.
Topher Welsch, CSWA
Solution Focused Brief Therapist
I’m Topher Welsch, a Portland-based therapist who helps people create meaningful change in just a few sessions. I specialize in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy — a practical, forward-looking approach that focuses on what’s already working and what’s next.
Each micro group is built to do one thing well: help you notice progress, amplify it, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
I’m currently completing advanced training with BRIEF, the world’s leading institute for Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.