Group programs

Group programs are small, OT-led groups within CTC's community rehabilitation that combine education, practice and peer connection. Current programs include SHIFT, a virtual pain management group, the WorkSafeBC-funded OSS program, and Creative Outdoors, a free weekly walking group in Victoria.

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Group programs at a glance

Creative Outdoors walking group

A free walking group in Victoria, led by an occupational therapist. Wednesdays 10 to 11am on the Galloping Goose Trail, at your own pace. About Creative Outdoors.

Who qualifies?

SHIFT is for clients living with persistent pain who want practical tools for pacing, goals and flare-ups. OSS is for WorkSafeBC clients referred by their case manager. Groups often run alongside one-to-one rehab with the same team.

What is covered?

Groups are funded by the referring organization: WorkSafeBC, ICBC or a long-term disability insurer. OSS is a WorkSafeBC-funded program. The funder approves the services, so the client should confirm coverage with their case manager, adjuster or benefits provider. See fees and funding for more.

How referrals work

Send a referral by email to referrals@creativetherapyconsultants.ca, call 1-888-880-3222, or use our online referral form. We contact the client within 1 business day. Ask us for upcoming dates or to add a client to the waitlist.

What to expect

Groups are small and led by an occupational therapist or other CTC clinicians. Each one mixes education, practice and time with people dealing with similar problems. SHIFT runs online and covers pacing, goal-setting, flare-up planning and mindful movement, with take-home tools.

Current programs

SHIFTA virtual, OT-led pain management group covering pacing, goal-setting, flare-up planning and mindful movement, with take-home tools.

Occupational Skills and Support (OSS)A WorkSafeBC group program delivered by CTC clinicians for clients referred by their case manager.

Seasonal groupsAdditional groups launch seasonally, including mental health skills, energy conservation and workplace readiness.

Who refers

WorkSafeBC, ICBC, long-term disability insurers and case managers refer clients to our groups, often alongside one-to-one rehab with the same team. Contact us for dates or to add a client to the waitlist.

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A chronic pain group, start to finish

A typical SHIFT participant.

Example scenario

Getting active again with chronic pain

The situation

A woman in Penticton on long-term disability had lived with chronic pain for three years and was doing less every month.

What we did

She joined SHIFT, our small virtual pain group run by an OT: eight weeks on pacing, goals and a plan for bad days, alongside people in the same spot.

The result

Walking daily, volunteering two mornings a week, and talking with her case manager about a gradual return to work.

A typical referral, based on our everyday work. Not a real client.

Common questions

What is the SHIFT program?

SHIFT is a virtual, OT-led pain management group. It covers pacing, goal-setting, flare-up planning and mindful movement, with take-home tools.

What is the OSS program?

Occupational Skills and Support (OSS) is a WorkSafeBC group program delivered by CTC clinicians for clients referred by their WorkSafeBC case manager.

Who can refer a client to a group?

WorkSafeBC, ICBC, long-term disability insurers and case managers refer clients to our groups, often alongside one-to-one rehab with the same team.

How do I find dates or join the waitlist?

Email referrals@creativetherapyconsultants.ca or call toll free 1-888-880-3222 for upcoming dates or to add a client to the waitlist.

Related services

Walking group (Victoria)Community rehabilitation Occupational therapy Counselling Kinesiology WorkSafeBC referrals

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