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Coming 2026 · Eugene, OR · Join the Interest List

Heal in Community.
Grow with Support.

An intimate 8-week group therapy series in Eugene, Oregon — designed for those navigating life's transitions and seeking real connection. Fully covered for Trillium OHP members.

Email to Enroll (541) 515-7458
Trillium OHP Accepted
Max 9 Participants
8 Weeks · 90 Min/Session
In-Person · Eugene, OR
Group therapy session in Eugene Oregon — warm, supportive circle of adults
8
Weeks of Growth
90-min evening sessions
About This Group

A Different Kind of Therapy

Individual therapy is powerful — but there's something that only happens in a room with others who get it. Group therapy offers a unique healing environment where you're not alone in your experience, and where the group itself becomes a catalyst for change.

I'm opening enrollment for a new 8-week group therapy series at CUTI Therapy, specifically designed for Trillium OHP members in Eugene. This is not a lecture or a class — it's a living, breathing therapeutic community.

"The group becomes a microcosm of the world — and within it, real change happens."

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The Details

What to Expect

A structured yet flexible format designed to maximize depth, safety, and growth.

Start Date

Planned for 2026 in Eugene. Email to join the interest list — spots are limited and filling early.

Format

Once per week for 8 weeks. Each session is 90 minutes, held in the evening. In-person in Eugene.

Session Structure

Each session includes process, education, peer feedback, and discussion — a balanced blend of learning and lived experience.

Group Size

Limited to 9 participants to ensure intimacy, safety, and meaningful connection. Screening required for all members.

Cost & Insurance

Fully covered for Trillium Community Health Plan (OHP) members. Private pay rates available. We handle billing.

Location

In-person in Eugene, Oregon. Exact location shared upon enrollment. Accessible and private setting.

Who It's For

Open to Anyone
Navigating Life.

I don't limit this group to a specific diagnosis. Life is complex, and so are the people in it. What matters most is a genuine desire to grow, connect, and show up — for yourself and for others in the room.

All participants go through an initial screening to ensure the group is cohesive and safe for everyone. This isn't a barrier — it's how we protect the integrity of the space.

People navigating major life transitions (career, relationships, identity)

Those feeling isolated, disconnected, or stuck

Individuals processing trauma, anxiety, or depression

Anyone seeking practical coping skills and community

OHP/Trillium members looking for covered mental health support

Eric Richers, LPC — Group Therapy Facilitator Eugene Oregon

Eric Richers, LPC

Group Facilitator · Oregon C9669

"I've sat with people in jails, residential treatment, and private practice. What I've learned is that healing rarely happens in isolation. Community is medicine."
License Oregon LPC · C9669
Addiction Cert CADC III · MHACBO
Education Bushnell University, 2022
Modalities IFS · ACT · DBT · Somatic
Learn More About Eric
Evidence-Based

Why Group Therapy Works

Decades of research support group therapy as a powerful, cost-effective treatment modality.

As Effective
as individual therapy

The American Psychological Association (APA) confirms group therapy is equally effective as individual therapy for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more.

APA, 2023
↓ 50%
reduction in PTSD symptoms

Trauma-focused group interventions show significant reductions in PTSD, depression, and anxiety symptoms in peer-reviewed studies (NIH, 2022).

NIH / PubMed
Universality
you're not alone

Yalom's 11 therapeutic factors of group therapy include universality — the profound relief of discovering others share your struggles.

Yalom & Leszcz, 2005
OHA Mandated
trauma-informed care

The Oregon Health Authority requires all public mental health providers to deliver trauma-informed care using the Four R's framework.

Oregon Health Authority
Social Healing
peer support accelerates recovery

Group settings reduce isolation, build social skills, and create accountability — all of which are key predictors of long-term mental health outcomes.

Charlie Health Research, 2024
$0 Copay
for Trillium OHP members

Group therapy is a covered behavioral health benefit under OHP. Trillium members typically pay nothing out of pocket for covered group sessions.

Oregon Health Plan
Session Structure

Inside Each 90-Minute Session

A consistent, predictable structure that creates safety and depth.

0–15 min Check-In

Each member briefly shares their current state — emotionally, physically, and mentally. This grounds the group and builds attunement.

15–40 min Process

Open group processing time. Members share what's alive for them, respond to each other, and explore interpersonal dynamics in real time.

40–65 min Education

A brief psychoeducation segment on a relevant topic: nervous system regulation, attachment, cognitive patterns, or trauma responses.

65–80 min Peer Feedback

Structured peer reflection — members offer observations and support to each other in a guided, boundaried format.

80–90 min Close & Anchor

A grounding close. Members share one takeaway or intention. The session ends with a brief somatic anchor to return to the body.

FAQ

Common Questions

Is group therapy covered by Trillium OHP in Eugene?
Yes. Group therapy (CPT code 90853) is a covered behavioral health benefit under Oregon Health Plan, including Trillium Community Health Plan. For most Trillium members, there is a $0 copay. We verify your benefits before your first session so there are no surprises.
Do I need a referral to join?
No referral is needed. Simply email eric@cuti-therapy.com to schedule a brief initial screening. The screening helps ensure the group is a good fit for you and for the other members.
What if I'm already in individual therapy?
Group therapy works beautifully alongside individual therapy. Many clients find that the group accelerates their individual work by giving them a live environment to practice new skills and receive real-time feedback.
Is this group confidential?
Yes. All members agree to a group confidentiality agreement at the start of the series. What is shared in the group stays in the group. Standard legal exceptions apply (e.g., imminent safety concerns).
What if I miss a session?
Life happens. We ask that members commit to attending as consistently as possible, as continuity is important for the group's cohesion. If you need to miss a session, please let me know in advance.
Is this group trauma-focused?
The group is trauma-informed — meaning the entire structure is designed with trauma awareness — but it is not a trauma-processing group. We don't require members to share traumatic details. The focus is on present-day functioning, connection, and growth.
How is this different from a support group?
This is a professionally facilitated, clinically structured group therapy series — not a peer support group. It is led by a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and follows evidence-based group therapy principles. Insurance billing (including OHP) is available because it meets the clinical definition of group psychotherapy.

Trillium OHP Members: This Group is For You

We are contracted with Trillium Community Health Plan and accept OHP Open Card. Group therapy is billed under CPT code 90853 — a covered behavioral health benefit — meaning you can access this 8-week series at no cost to you. We handle all billing and authorization directly.

Trillium Community Health Plan OHP Open Card $0 Copay (most members) CPT 90853 Covered

Previously on PacificSource OHP in Lane County?

As of February 2026, Lane County OHP members have transitioned from PacificSource Community Solutions to Trillium Community Health Plan as their CCO. If you were on PacificSource OHP, you are now likely a Trillium member — and this group is covered for you. Learn more about OHP coverage →

Limited Spots Available

Ready to Join?

Email to schedule your initial screening. Enrollment is limited to 9 participants. Spots fill quickly — don't wait.

eric@cuti-therapy.com (541) 515-7458

Covered by Trillium OHP · In-Person · Eugene, Oregon · Coming 2026

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