Centered: A Mindfulness Group for AAPI Adolescents
Ages 12-13: Co-facilitated with Stacey Kojaku, AMFT 118679, APCC 7718, Supervised by Mary M. Read, PhD, LMFT 25112
Ages 14-17: Co-facilitated with Danielle Espinosa, AMFT 127285, APCC 10033 Supervised by Mary M. Read, PhD, LMFT 25112
Time, Dates, and Location TBD
Trying to balance school, extracurricular activities, homework, and relationships, all while trying to enjoy life can feel like a lot sometimes. Experiencing overwhelm, stress, & anxiety can impact our emotional, mental, and physical well-being. You may notice chronic headaches or stomachaches, feeling jittery and on edge, or experience low energy and lack motivation. Maybe you notice feeling easily irritated with your loved ones or you have difficulty falling asleep at night. If you are experiencing stress and/or anxiety and would like some extra support, Centered might be a good place for you!
This group is a time and space to slow down, be present with others, and be present with yourself. You will learn about how stress and anxiety affects you and you will discover coping skills/strategies that work best for your life. You will create a personalized comfort box that will be filled with various stress reducing objects and activities for when you are at home/school. You will also have an opportunity to connect with others in a safe environment. Click here to view a tentative schedule.
60 minutes, once a week, 8 weeks
4-5 members + 2 facilitators (Stacey & Aubrey or Danielle & Aubrey); this is a closed group meaning members will stay the same throughout duration of the group
All participants will go through a screening process to help promote emotional safety and ensure this group will provide you the support you are needing at this time.