Proactive Planning for Support
Parents of 5th-12th Graders!
If you have a child who’s having trouble managing overwhelming emotions, support is here. Check out our middle school and high school groups where we take a fun and proactive approach to helping adolescents learn the tools and develop the skills to succeed! Space is limited. Only 2 spots remain in our middle school group and 4 spots remain in our high school group. Want in? Contact us now:
Did You Know?
42% of teens report that they are stressed, but don’t feel that they have the tools to manage their stress effectively (American Psychological Association).
Benefits of The Group Experience
Unlike individual therapy, a group experience gives teens the opportunity to share their experiences, give advice, receive support and feel a sense of community and belonging under the supervision and direction of a licensed professional.
How Can Group Therapy Help Your Teen?
Groups are really valuable for teens because they are at a developmental stage where connecting with each other is a priority and it provides a powerful place to learn and practice new skills in a safe environment in order to catalyze change.
Although group is not a replacement for individual therapy, it can be a great supplement. We are happy to coordinate care with your teen’s individual therapist to support their growth. It can also be an effective first step or step down in care when your teen needs less support but still would benefit from learning and practicing coping skills and sharing current struggles in a safe environment.
This Group For Kids Who:
Struggle with anxiety, depression and self-doubt Have trouble expressing themselves or being assertive Express negative self-talk or don’t seem to “see” themselves the way others do Question their value and place in their world Need a supportive place to learn effective ways to cope with stress and emotions
So That They Can:
Effectively communicate and manage emotions Connect to others and feel understood Identify and Respond to daily stressors effectively Combat negative thinking and Improve Self-Esteem Critically evaluate the impact of Social Media on their lives
The Details:
To answer questions and make sure that “group” is a good fit for your teen, we begin with a complementary 15-minute parental phone consult with teen expert, Meg Dufour, MC, LAC. If it sounds like a good fit, we’ll move forward and meet with you and your child in person. To learn more and schedule your complementary screening click here.
Dates and Times: Groups Meet in the evenings once a week (on Tuesdays) and run for 1 hour.
Cost of Group: Group fees are paid upfront and charged monthly at the rate of $50 per session. The 30 minute initial intake session is $60. This fee will be waived for current and previous clients of Elevate Counseling. Fees are nonrefundable without prior authorization.
