Group coaching sessions are not required and are recorded if you can’t make the session. However, the group component is so powerful that I would hate for you to miss out if at all possible. I understand timing can be an issue for working folks, but I have seen such exponential growth in the clients that have committed to coming regularly to group sessions, who have participated fully, and who have made an effort to befriend some of the other members that I just can’t recommend it enough. I think it would be worth taking the two hours a month off of work if you have to, or rearranging some things to make it happen for one year. Yes, it’s a commitment. But, you and your relationship to food and your peace around body image are SO worth it.
If you like to know the science, like me, there is a large body of research pointing to the fact that people who are dealing with significant issues like substance use disorders and eating disorders improve more quickly and have an easier time staying consistent with their new positive behaviors when they have continued peer group support. The power of the group experience cannot be overstated.