Sensitive Claims Service

GROUP BASED THERAPY

ACC Sensitive Claims Group Offerings

The Psychology Group provides evidence-based group interventions for kiritaki to assist them with the impact of trauma and mental injury under ACC Sensitive Claims.

Our programmes are facilitated by trained clinicians and focus on building emotional resilience, developing practical coping strategies and supporting long-term wellbeing.

Each option is designed to provide structured, safe and culturally responsive care tailored to different levels of need.

DBT skills training groups

Our structured, 16-week groups teach skills informed by dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), covering:

  • Mindfulness

  • Distress tolerance

  • Emotion regulation

  • Interpersonal effectiveness

These skills-only groups are suitable for kiritaki aged 18 and over with mood, anxiety or trauma-related mental injury who can participate safely in a group and attend weekly.

Start dates for 2027 (Online)

  • Thursday 18 February 2027

  • Tuesday 6 April 2027

  • Thursday 12 August 2027

Start date FOR 2027 In-person

  • Wednesday 24 March 2027

 
 

Ready to Refer?

We welcome referrals from psychologists, counsellors, social workers, psychiatrists, GPs and other ACC-registered providers.

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We can only receive referrals from an ACC lead provider. If you would like to register for any of our group programmes, please speak with your lead provider or recovery partner, who can complete the referral on your behalf.

What People Are Saying

“Enrolling in this life enhancement program was a turning point for me. The toolbox of strategies I've gained has empowered me to face challenges head-on and navigate emotions with newfound confidence. The group sessions,
filled with engaging activities and guided by experienced leaders, created a supportive community where I connected with others on a similar journey. This experience has not only transformed the way I approach life's hurdles but has also opened doors to opportunities I never thought possible. I'm grateful for this program that ignited my potential and set me on a path of growth and success.”

— Group participant