Developmental group therapy and self-harm
Insufficient evidence – there either hasn’t been any research on this treatment option or there is a small amount of evidence with unclear conclusions.
Developmental group therapy is a treatment programme designed for young people who have self-harmed. The therapy focuses on your relationships with others and how your wider social network could contribute to distress. As part of a group, the therapists will encourage you to discuss any problems you are experiencing and work together to resolve difficult situations. Developmental group therapy aims to reduce your level of distress and support you to stop self-harming.
Treatments outlined on these webpages may not be available in every local area. It’s important that you discuss with your GP or mental health professional the treatment options available to you. You can also search for services near you on our Youth Wellbeing Directory and find out more about referral processes here.