social SKILLS GROUP FOR HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS

THURSDAYS 6:00PM TO 7:00PM

Price: $70 per class - All materials included
All groups are IN-PERSON
Seats are limited to 8 per group so that everyone feels heard and everyone has an equal voice.

700 Old Roswell Lakes Parkway
Suite 130
Roswell, GA 30076

Have Are you looking for a way to help your teenager feel more socially connected with family, friends, and peers at school? The teenage years can be challenging, as adolescents are going through significant social changes and personal growth. They are discovering their identity, navigating complex social situations, and often facing social pressure and intense emotions. Social skills groups provide targeted support and a safe environment to help teenagers in developing essential social skills and maintaining relationships. By participating in these groups, teenagers can find a sense of belonging, explore their interests, gain self-awareness, develop a better understanding of others, and make new friends. It's an opportunity for them to grow socially while feeling connected to others.

about social SKILLS GROUPs:

Social skills groups offer several advantages for teenagers. One significant benefit is that participating in such groups helps teenagers develop close friendships, which in turn contributes to better long-term mental health. When teenagers have strong connections with others, they often feel more confident and better equipped to handle stressful situations.

social SKILLS GROUP IS FOR TEENS WHO:

Have lost their social confidence
Are shy, introverted or socially anxious
Are depressed, sad or worried about their friendships
Who want to connect with peers
Have been bullied, excluded, or marginalized at school
Have sensory or cognitive issues that have compromised their friendships
Have trouble making friends – who feel nervous, shy, self-conscious and worry about fitting in

social SKILLS GROUP WILL GIVE YOUR TEEN THE SKILLS SHE NEEDS TO:

Use appropriate conversational skills
Use humor appropriately
Use electronic communication
Handle arguments and disagreements
Enter & exit conversations
Be a good host during get-togethers
Be a good sport
Change a bad reputation
Handle rumors and gossip
Handle rejection, teasing and bullying

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frequently asked questions

What is an intake session?

After you request to join this group, we will schedule an intake session with you and your teen in order to discuss the group’s purpose and guidelines, discuss your teen’s needs and goals, and answer any questions you might have. This is also the time to complete necessary paperwork. The main purpose of this appointment is to help determine whether the group is a good fit for your teen’s needs. It will take 20 minutes over the phone, and there is no fee.

Who is NOT A GOOD FIT FOR GROUP Therapy?

If your teen is violent, engaging in risky or problem sexual behaviors, or actively abusing drugs or alcohol, they may not be appropriate from group therapy. Group needs to feel safe for all members and if your teen is struggling with one of these issues, they may need specialized treatment or individual counseling to work on some of these concerns before considering joining a group therapy.

What will members get from this group?

Learn to love themselves as they are as they learn how to practice self-compassion and self-forgiveness. Combat negative thinking by examining their thoughts and offering/accepting peer feedback. Create healthy connections with others who get their experience because they're going through the same journey together.

When can my teen start?

This group is ongoing. If we decide the group is a good fit for your daughter, she can join at anytime.

How long do sessions last?

Groups are held for 60 minutes. This is an ongoing, open group meaning there are no set number of sessions required to complete this program. The program operates on a 3 “semester” yearly calendar. Each Fall, Spring, and Summer is approximately 10-12 weeks. Participants are asked to commit on a per semester basis. Most girls tend to stay in these type of groups 1-2 years on average.

How many people will be in the group?

Groups will be capped at 8 girls though the number of girls actively enrolled may change at any time.

Will meetings be confidential?

Absolutely, each participants privacy and confidentiality is very seriously! All members of group will sign a contract agreeing to uphold confidentiality at all times.

One exception is that I am a *Mandated Reporter. This means that if you want to hurt yourself, you want to hurt someone else, or someone is hurting you or someone else I will have to let the appropriate people know in order to help keep everyone safe.

What are the payment options?

The group fee is $70 per session. Payment can be made in cash or credit card. Members are required to have a credit card authorization on file to be billed weekly as requested or to pay for missed sessions.

Can I use my insurance?

While insurance is not accepted, You can request a monthly superbill that can be submitted to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Since coverage varies widely from policy to policy, there is no guarantee that my services will be reimbursed in full or in partial by your insurance company.

Is there a workbook?

Each participant will receive a binder and handouts in each class for information presented, group activities, and worksheets. I ask teens to leave their binders in the group room and just take worksheets with them, since teens tend to forget to bring their binders each week. They can bring the binders home, however, if you agree to help remind them to bring back to group.

Are there any rules I should be aware of?

Participants will receive written group guidelines in the intake session for them and parents to sign. Rules will include a no-weapons and substance-free policy, cell phones turned off and put away, arriving on time and staying for the entire group time, respecting other participants and group leader, and participation in group activities. No one is forced to share, but being engaged is important for group cohesiveness.