If your physical health is impacting your mental health ...
It's time to RISE.
Is RISE for you?
Medical experiences can change more than your body.
They can change how safe the world feels.
How much control you believe you have.
How comfortable you feel in your own body.
How connected — or alone — you feel.
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​RISE was created for people navigating the emotional impact of stressful or traumatic medical experiences.
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RISE could be for you if:
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You have been through a stressful medical experience, and you find yourself feeling lonely, angry, and scared.
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You are craving connection with others, but you do not want to risk exposure to illness and you DEFINITELY don't want to get into a "who had it worse" conversation.
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You have been curious about group support, but you really don't think you have the spoons for a lot of people, a lot of homework, or a long-term program.
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You have heard mindfulness could help you with your medical condition, but you haven't tried it ... or you have, and it felt like you were "doing it wrong."
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So, what is RISE?
RISE stands for Reclaiming Interdependence, Safety, and Empowerment.
This eight week, small group program (typically 4 - 6 individuals) is both trauma-informed, and mindfulness-based. RISE integrates skills from evidence-based therapies to help you begin healing from difficult or traumatic medical experiences — without requiring you to relive them in detail.
​What makes RISE different?
In RISE, we focus on the impact of medical stress — not the graphic details of what happened.
This boundary helps create a safer group environment for everyone.
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We will explore:
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How the experience affected your sense of safety
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How it shaped beliefs about power and control
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How fear and anger show up now
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How to build a trauma-informed mindfulness practice
Some people need to process the full story of what happened. If that’s true for you, individual therapy may be the appropriate space for that work. RISE complements — but does not replace — trauma processing therapy.
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​In RISE, you will learn:
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What medical trauma is — and how it impacts the nervous system
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What trauma-informed meditation is
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How to create a personalized mindfulness practice plan
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How to change your relationship with fear
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How to work skillfully with anger
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How to advocate for your medical needs
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How to reconnect with your strengths
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RISE may not be appropriate if:
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You primarily need a space to share detailed accounts of what happened.
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You are seeking a long-term, open-ended process group.
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You currently have a strong, consistent mindfulness practice and are looking for advanced meditation training.
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You are in acute psychiatric crisis requiring a higher level of care.
If you are unsure, we will discuss this during your free consultation.
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​Avoiding fear and anger is not the same as healing.
This program helps you build the capacity to be with difficult emotions — without being overwhelmed by them.
You will leave with:
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A deeper understanding of how medical stress shaped you
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Practical tools for regulation
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Greater clarity about your strengths
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A sense of connection rooted in safety
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What to Expect:
Week 1: Foundations
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Learn about medical stress, medical trauma, & triggers
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Learn about trauma-informed mindfulness
Week 2: Impact of the Event - Safety
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Learn about avoidance coping
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Understand the impact of the event on safety beliefs
Week 3: Creating Safe Spaces
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Create a Safety Statement
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Create a trauma-informed mindfulness practice plan
Week 4: Changing Your Relationship with Fear
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Learn about fear and mindful coping
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Create a Safety & Coping Plan for Medical Stressors
Week 5: Impact of the Event - Power & Control
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Learn about systemic trauma & grief
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Understand the impact of the event on power & control beliefs
Week 6: Identify Your Strengths
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Learn about equanimity & beginner's mind
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Complete a Strengths Assessment
Week 7: Change Your Relationship with Anger
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Learn about anger and mindful coping
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Create a Communication Plan for Medical Needs
Week 8: Integration and Closing
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Take time to review skills and progress
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Learn about resources for ongoing support and connection
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Who Facilitates RISE?
This program is led by Dr. Christen Mullane, clinical psychologist and certified meditation teacher. Dr. Mullane has worked in medical settings throughout her career and specializes in helping individuals navigate the intersection of physical illness and emotional health. Please see the About Page for more information about her background and qualifications.
Where is RISE held?
Reclaim and Restore is held virtually via Simple Practice, a HIPAA-compliant platform. You will receive a link by email or text 24-48 hours before each session. At the time of sessions, you'll simply click the link to join.
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How much does RISE cost?
The program consists of ten, 60-minute sessions offered on a sliding fee scale.
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Pay It Forward Plan: $1000 ($125/session)
Those who select the Pay It Forward Plan make it possible for the GLHS team to continue the RISE program and offer it at a lower price point to those in need. In addition, this plan helps us to develop new client-focused programming, and supports educational and activism initiatives! Paying it forward helps to improve healthcare for all.
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Sustaining Plan: $550 ($68.75/session)
Those who select the Sustaining Plan cover the costs of their participation in the RISE program.
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No one is turned away based on ability to pay. If participation is clinically appropriate and finances are a concern, please reach out.
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Payment is processed securely via Simple Practice.
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Payment in full is due 24 hours prior to the start of the program. Payment plans may be arranged upon request.
​​Can I use insurance for RISE?
Ginkgo Leaf Health Services is a direct-pay practice. You will receive a monthly Superbill that you may submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Reimbursement is not guaranteed.
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Submitting to insurance requires sharing diagnostic and billing information. You may choose to keep your participation private and out-of-network.
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What happens if I miss a session?
If you miss a session, materials will be provided electronically. Missed sessions are not reimbursed.
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When is RISE happening?
Next cohort is TBD.
Sessions are typically held Mondays at 6pm EST.
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Who is a good candidate for RISE?
Adults 18+ located in PsyPACT-participating states who have experienced stressful or traumatic medical events are open to learning skills in a structured, small-group setting.
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A free 15–20 minute consultation is required prior to enrollment to ensure appropriate fit.
Individual therapy is recommended but not required.
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Ready to RISE?
Wonderful! Please set up a free, 15 - 20 minute individual consultation with our team by pressing the button below!
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Healing from medical stress is possible.
You don't have to do it alone.
I look forward to meeting you!
Not quite sure yet? You can still set up a free consultation with our team to learn more and get your questions answered. All questions are welcome! The main priority is that you feel down in your bones that this is a positive, healthy step, for you.
In the meantime, you can subscribe to our email list for access to information about coping strategies that may help.
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At this time, please also join our email list if you are interested in hearing about future offerings for individuals who identify as nonbinary or gender non-conforming, male, or trans.
Let’s Keep In Touch
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