RRP Groups

Relationship Recovery Process (RRP): A Different Approach to Healing Trauma

Many people find themselves stuck in patterns they can't fully explain—people-pleasing, perfectionism, difficulty with boundaries, anxiety, self-doubt, or repeating the same relationship struggles. Often, these patterns aren't signs that something is wrong with you. They are survival strategies that developed in response to difficult experiences earlier in life.

The Relationship Recovery Process (RRP), developed by Amanda Curtin and taught extensively by Patrick Teahan, is a trauma-informed approach that helps people understand how childhood experiences continue to influence their thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of self today.

Rather than asking, "What's wrong with you?" RRP asks:

"What happened to you, and how did you learn to survive it?"

Because many emotional wounds occur within relationships, RRP recognizes that healing also happens through relationships—including the relationship you develop with yourself.

How RRP Approaches Trauma

RRP helps clients understand the connection between present-day struggles and past experiences. Through this process, clients learn to:

Understand trauma responses instead of judging them
Identify patterns rooted in childhood and family dynamics
Reduce shame and self-criticism
Build self-compassion and emotional awareness
Develop healthier boundaries and communication skills
Create more authentic and fulfilling relationships

A unique aspect of RRP is its focus on the relationship between your adult self and your younger self. Rather than trying to suppress difficult emotions, clients learn how to respond to them with curiosity, understanding, and compassion.

What to Expect in a 6-Month RRP Psychoeducation Group

This group helps participants understand how childhood experiences and family dynamics continue to influence emotions, relationships, and behavior today.

Participants will:

Learn the core principles of the Relationship Recovery Process (RRP)
Explore attachment styles, family roles, and trauma responses
Gain insight into patterns such as people-pleasing, perfectionism, self-criticism, and difficulty with boundaries
Develop greater emotional awareness and self-compassion
Learn practical tools for emotional regulation and relationship repair
Connect with others in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment
Reduce shame through shared learning and experiences

By the end of the group, participants can expect to have:

A deeper understanding of how past experiences shape present-day challenges
Increased self-awareness and self-compassion
Practical tools to support healthier relationships and personal growth
A clearer path toward lasting recovery and change

Format: Educational, interactive, and supportive, with opportunities for discussion, reflection, and skill development.

Is RRP Right for You?

RRP may be a good fit if you struggle with:

People-pleasing or codependency
Anxiety, shame, or chronic self-doubt
A harsh inner critic
Repeating relationship patterns
Difficulty setting boundaries
The lasting effects of emotional neglect, criticism, or family dysfunction

You do not need to have experienced obvious abuse to benefit from this work. Many people discover that growing up in environments where emotions were dismissed, needs were overlooked, or love felt conditional can have a lasting impact.

The goal of RRP is not to change who you are. It's to help you understand how you learned to survive, heal the wounds that no longer serve you, and create healthier, more connected relationships—with yourself and others.

Investment

The investment for this 6-month program is $1,800. This can be paid in full up front or in three instalments.

Unlike traditional therapy, where the focus is primarily on individual sessions, this program offers a structured, immersive experience designed to help participants understand and heal the lasting effects of childhood trauma and family-of-origin wounds.

Participants receive six months of trauma-informed education, guided experiential exercises, group discussion, and the opportunity to learn alongside others who are on a similar journey. The group setting creates a unique environment where members often discover that they are not alone in their struggles and can experience greater acceptance, support, and connection.