GROW

GROW is a group offered to high school girls who are looking for a safe and supportive therapeutic space to navigate the everyday challenges in their lives. The group combines Talk Therapy, Art and Coping Skills in an effort to help participants improve self-image, have open and honest conversations, and focus on topics/issues high school girls face today.

Group Leader – Jess Wenk, LCSW

When

The six-week pilot group will run on Thursdays from 6-7:00 p.m. via Zoom on the following dates: Starting Soon.

Who Can Join

The group is offered to teenage girls in grades nine through twelve. The group is designed to provide support to individuals who are dealing with various life stressors, self-esteem, and mood management challenges.

What is the Process to Join?

All individuals who are interested in joining the group need to complete an intake with the group therapist. This generally takes 30 minutes and is used as an assessment to see if the group is a good fit for that individual. There are ten total spots available in the group.

What is Discussed?

Topics covered in the group generally include: decision-making, relationships, friendships, mood management, peer pressure, self-care, self-esteem, media/social media messages motivation, stress, body image, self-compassion, and mindfulness techniques.

What is the Cost?

The group is currently free of charge for the pilot session. The cost of future group sessions is still being determined. 

For More Information

Please contact Jess Wenk, LCSW, at Jessicawenk@thejunipercenter.com .