Sessions will focus on building skills necessary in social communication like making and keeping friends, problem-solving, assertiveness and confidence and conflict resolution, as well as self-management. Psycho-educational material is provided as well as practice of skills through games, activities and facilitated role play.
Sessions will focus on building skills necessary in social communication like making and keeping friends, problem-solving, assertiveness and confidence and conflict resolution, as well as self-management. Psycho-educational material is provided as well as practice of skills through games, activities and facilitated role play.
Now enrolling: Reset for Teens™ This 4-week virtual group helps teen girls build confidence, navigating friendships, and reduce social anxiety in a small, supportive setting. Led by a licensed professional counselor and former high school counselor. Email “RESET” to learn more.
Hosted by Alicia C Curry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Group meets in Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Now enrolling: Reset for Teens™ This 4-week virtual group helps teen girls build confidence, navigating friendships, and reduce social anxiety in a small, supportive setting. Led by a licensed professional counselor and former high school counselor. Email “RESET” to learn more.
Family Coaching Sessions are for families looking for a group approach to navigating the wholeness of the entire family. This supportive solution focused coaching focuses on FAMILY systems or family dysfunction, and to provide HELPFUL SOLUTIONS. This is an alternative to traditional therapy which focuses on one individual, to care for the group as a whole. Coaching is offered for a group fee for 4 sessions, with the option to add-on additional meetings. We work together to help identify social and emotional deficits along with executive function skill building to create new systems for the family to function better.
Hosted by Melanie Bugnaski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Group meets in Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Family Coaching Sessions are for families looking for a group approach to navigating the wholeness of the entire family. This supportive solution focused coaching focuses on FAMILY systems or family dysfunction, and to provide HELPFUL SOLUTIONS. This is an alternative to traditional therapy which focuses on one individual, to care for the group as a whole. Coaching is offered for a group fee for 4 sessions, with the option to add-on additional meetings. We work together to help identify social and emotional deficits along with executive function skill building to create new systems for the family to function better.
We are recruiting 9-12 graders for our Mind Health Ambassadors Program. This is a 6 month training program to teach mental health awareness and mindful and yoga techniques so youth can be ambassadors in their own environments. $500 award upon completion of training. One year committment. Recruiting ends at the September 30, 2021 for this round. Check out website www.synergykzoo.org or call the office today.
Hosted by Valarie Cunningham/Synergy Health Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DMin, LMSW
Group meets in Kalamazoo, MI 49007
We are recruiting 9-12 graders for our Mind Health Ambassadors Program. This is a 6 month training program to teach mental health awareness and mindful and yoga techniques so youth can be ambassadors in their own environments. $500 award upon completion of training. One year committment. Recruiting ends at the September 30, 2021 for this round. Check out website www.synergykzoo.org or call the office today.
Online Groups
Emotion Essentials is a structured, skills-based group for teens who struggle with identifying, understanding, and managing emotions in ways that impact relationships, behavior, and self-concept. Grounded in DBT and CBT-informed principles, the group helps teens build emotional awareness, recognize patterns in coping, and understand how emotions function. Participants learn to name emotions, notice intensity, and differentiate between emotional responses that fit the situation versus those that create additional distress. In addition to emotional skills, the group supports students in managing academic stress by building tools to cope with pressure, overwhelm, and performance-related anxiety.
Emotion Essentials is a structured, skills-based group for teens who struggle with identifying, understanding, and managing emotions in ways that impact relationships, behavior, and self-concept. Grounded in DBT and CBT-informed principles, the group helps teens build emotional awareness, recognize patterns in coping, and understand how emotions function. Participants learn to name emotions, notice intensity, and differentiate between emotional responses that fit the situation versus those that create additional distress. In addition to emotional skills, the group supports students in managing academic stress by building tools to cope with pressure, overwhelm, and performance-related anxiety.
We aim to empower young African American adolescents by teaching them skills to succeed, manage stress, and build confidence. Through engaging activities and leadership development, they grow personally and gain self-esteem. We celebrate the uniqueness and potential of young African American women, helping them become impactful leaders in their communities and beyond.
Hosted by Misty C. Pruitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Group meets in Grand Rapids, MI 49505
We aim to empower young African American adolescents by teaching them skills to succeed, manage stress, and build confidence. Through engaging activities and leadership development, they grow personally and gain self-esteem. We celebrate the uniqueness and potential of young African American women, helping them become impactful leaders in their communities and beyond.
***VIRTUAL GROUP IS ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AND WILL MEET WEEKLY ON WEDNESDAYS!!**
***IN PERSON GROUP IS ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AND WILL MEET WEEKLY ON MONDAYS!!** Adolescent DBT Skills Group is a weekly DBT skills group for teens and parents. The group is for teens who struggle with intense emotions that have led to frequent hospitalizations, self-harm, suicidality, substance abuse, disordered eating, and interpersonal difficulties. We will cover five primary modules in group: Core Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Walking the Middle Path. Please contact our office for additional information and to join our group!
Hosted by The Holistic Counseling Center
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, MLP
Group meets in East Grand Rapids, MI 49506
THCC specializes in working with adolescents & adults having difficulties with mood instability, unhealthy beliefs and thoughts, complex trauma, self-harm behaviors, and interpersonal relationships
***VIRTUAL GROUP IS ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AND WILL MEET WEEKLY ON WEDNESDAYS!!**
***IN PERSON GROUP IS ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AND WILL MEET WEEKLY ON MONDAYS!!** Adolescent DBT Skills Group is a weekly DBT skills group for teens and parents. The group is for teens who struggle with intense emotions that have led to frequent hospitalizations, self-harm, suicidality, substance abuse, disordered eating, and interpersonal difficulties. We will cover five primary modules in group: Core Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Walking the Middle Path. Please contact our office for additional information and to join our group!
Group Therapy for teens living with a Chronic Disease, Illness or Condition. The focus is aimed at connecting teens with others who "get it" and can share experiences, coping strategies, and support. Group is led by licensed therapist with personal and professional experience with chronic illness and pain. The group meets once a week for 12 weeks in Novi, MI. Call if you'd like more information. New group forming now!
Hosted by Kristina M. Princinsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Group meets in Brighton, MI 48116
Group Therapy for teens living with a Chronic Disease, Illness or Condition. The focus is aimed at connecting teens with others who "get it" and can share experiences, coping strategies, and support. Group is led by licensed therapist with personal and professional experience with chronic illness and pain. The group meets once a week for 12 weeks in Novi, MI. Call if you'd like more information. New group forming now!
DE Behavioral Health is a compassionate, skilled behavioral health provider in West Michigan. Our experienced psychologists, behavior analysts, and counselors are dedicated to families in the midst of behavioral, emotional, and developmental challenges. We serve children and families seeking psychotherapy for a wide range of concerns, diagnostic assessment for children and adults, and behavior analysis treatment, all with expertise with neurodevelopmental differences such as ADHD and autism. We’re not about just treating symptoms - we embrace your child’s development, strengths, and even their quirks. We work to ensure our treatments align with your real-life goals and daily routines.
Hosted by Developmental Enhancement Behavioral Health
Treatment Center, PhD
Group meets in Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Developmental Enhancement Behavioral Health is a specialized child and family-focused behavioral health service provider deeply committed to the holistic development and wellbeing of children and adolescents in West Michigan.
DE Behavioral Health is a compassionate, skilled behavioral health provider in West Michigan. Our experienced psychologists, behavior analysts, and counselors are dedicated to families in the midst of behavioral, emotional, and developmental challenges. We serve children and families seeking psychotherapy for a wide range of concerns, diagnostic assessment for children and adults, and behavior analysis treatment, all with expertise with neurodevelopmental differences such as ADHD and autism. We’re not about just treating symptoms - we embrace your child’s development, strengths, and even their quirks. We work to ensure our treatments align with your real-life goals and daily routines.
A group for high school seniors to explore careers, connect to resources, and provide support as they adjust to the possibilities that exist post-graduation.
A group for high school seniors to explore careers, connect to resources, and provide support as they adjust to the possibilities that exist post-graduation.
Coping through Creating is an art therapy group geared toward kids aged 10-14 who need help coping with big feelings and tough challenges (and let's be real, most of us do!) and enjoy being creative. In this group, we use drawing and painting to learn how to settle the body and the mind as well as ways to problem-solve in challenging situations. If you are looking for a fun and educational activity for your child, please join our group!
Coping through Creating is an art therapy group geared toward kids aged 10-14 who need help coping with big feelings and tough challenges (and let's be real, most of us do!) and enjoy being creative. In this group, we use drawing and painting to learn how to settle the body and the mind as well as ways to problem-solve in challenging situations. If you are looking for a fun and educational activity for your child, please join our group!
This group is for adolescents who identify as transgender and are 13-18. The group meets every second Saturday at 4pm and is held at Advanced Counseling and Therapy Services. Many trans kids experience transphobia at school and sometimes at home. This group is a space where those frustrations can be voiced and other teens are there to validate one another. The facilitators will use fun engaging activities to help these client’s come up with coping skills and mindfulness techniques to help them combat the transphobia they experience while creating community. Cost is $10 per person.
Hosted by Kayla Vander Haar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MI, LPCC-OH
Group meets in Grand Rapids, MI 49546
This group is for adolescents who identify as transgender and are 13-18. The group meets every second Saturday at 4pm and is held at Advanced Counseling and Therapy Services. Many trans kids experience transphobia at school and sometimes at home. This group is a space where those frustrations can be voiced and other teens are there to validate one another. The facilitators will use fun engaging activities to help these client’s come up with coping skills and mindfulness techniques to help them combat the transphobia they experience while creating community. Cost is $10 per person.
One Hour Weekly DBT Skill Building Group Wednesdays from 7:30p to 8:30p. Ages 14 to 19. Group is a rolling group so you are able to join at any time. Most insurances accepted or private pay is also available for $40 per session. Please email amber@bridgewatersupportservices.com for further information or to join. Group size is limited.
Hosted by Bridgewater Support Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Group meets in Manchester, MI 48158
One Hour Weekly DBT Skill Building Group Wednesdays from 7:30p to 8:30p. Ages 14 to 19. Group is a rolling group so you are able to join at any time. Most insurances accepted or private pay is also available for $40 per session. Please email amber@bridgewatersupportservices.com for further information or to join. Group size is limited.
Many teens feel constantly distracted by their phones, making it hard to focus, regulate emotions, and feel in control. This group is part of the Next Gen Digital Wellness program, a structured 5-week experience designed to help adolescents build healthier relationships with their phones. Teens complete a guided digital declutter, reducing high-distraction apps to understand how phone use impacts mood and focus. They learn practical tools to manage urges and improve focus. $30/session ($150 total). To view the full program flyer and fill out the interest form to hold your spot, please reach out directly.
I specialize in working with adolescents & adults having difficulties with anxiety, unhealthy beliefs and thoughts, depressed mood, trauma, lack of meaning and purpose, and interpersonal relationships.
Many teens feel constantly distracted by their phones, making it hard to focus, regulate emotions, and feel in control. This group is part of the Next Gen Digital Wellness program, a structured 5-week experience designed to help adolescents build healthier relationships with their phones. Teens complete a guided digital declutter, reducing high-distraction apps to understand how phone use impacts mood and focus. They learn practical tools to manage urges and improve focus. $30/session ($150 total). To view the full program flyer and fill out the interest form to hold your spot, please reach out directly.
**IN PERSON GROUP IS ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AND WILL MEET WEEKLY ON MONDAYS!!** Adolescent DBT Skills Group is a weekly DBT skills group for teens and parents. The group is for teens who struggle with intense emotions that have led to frequent hospitalizations, self-harm, suicidality, substance abuse, disordered eating, and interpersonal difficulties. We will cover five primary modules in group: Core Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Walking the Middle Path. Please contact our office for additional information or to get on our waitlist.
Hosted by Cailee Eisel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Group meets in East Grand Rapids, MI 49506
**IN PERSON GROUP IS ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AND WILL MEET WEEKLY ON MONDAYS!!** Adolescent DBT Skills Group is a weekly DBT skills group for teens and parents. The group is for teens who struggle with intense emotions that have led to frequent hospitalizations, self-harm, suicidality, substance abuse, disordered eating, and interpersonal difficulties. We will cover five primary modules in group: Core Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Walking the Middle Path. Please contact our office for additional information or to get on our waitlist.
Adolescent Depression Group a GROUP IS AVAILABLE. 1/14/2025- 3/4/2025. For adolescents 13-18 years of age who experience depression. This group is not meant to replace current individual treatment. We meet 8 weeks. The group will provide education regarding the chemistry of depression, symptoms, social support and/or relationships with others, coping strategies, and self-harm behaviors and impacts. The goal is for adolescents to realize they are not alone and benefit from the support of others their age in a safe environment. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Contact us for dates and times.
Adolescent Depression Group a GROUP IS AVAILABLE. 1/14/2025- 3/4/2025. For adolescents 13-18 years of age who experience depression. This group is not meant to replace current individual treatment. We meet 8 weeks. The group will provide education regarding the chemistry of depression, symptoms, social support and/or relationships with others, coping strategies, and self-harm behaviors and impacts. The goal is for adolescents to realize they are not alone and benefit from the support of others their age in a safe environment. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Contact us for dates and times.
THRIVE is a therapy group for teens working toward eating disorder recovery. This supportive space helps adolescents struggling with restriction, bingeing, purging, and body image distress build skills for lasting change. We integrate CBT-E, DBT skills, and nervous system regulation strategies while strengthening self-worth and identity beyond appearance. Parent involvement and education are included to support recovery at home. THRIVE provides structure, accountability, and compassion — helping teens move from simply surviving to truly thriving.
I specialize in eating disorder recovery, anxiety, trauma, burnout, and perfectionism in teens and adults.
THRIVE is a therapy group for teens working toward eating disorder recovery. This supportive space helps adolescents struggling with restriction, bingeing, purging, and body image distress build skills for lasting change. We integrate CBT-E, DBT skills, and nervous system regulation strategies while strengthening self-worth and identity beyond appearance. Parent involvement and education are included to support recovery at home. THRIVE provides structure, accountability, and compassion — helping teens move from simply surviving to truly thriving.
**VIRTUAL ADOLESCENT DBT SKILLS GROUP IS ACCEPTING AND MEETS WEEKLY ON WEDNESDAYS!** Adolescent DBT Skills Group is a weekly DBT skills group for teens and parents. The group is for teens who struggle with intense emotions that have led to frequent hospitalizations, self-harm, suicidality, substance abuse, disordered eating, and interpersonal difficulties. We will cover five primary modules in group: Core Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Walking the Middle Path. Please contact our office for additional information or to get on our waitlist.
Hosted by Amanda Larson
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, MLP, DBTC, CMHIMP, EMDR
Group meets in East Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Adolescent & Adult DBT Skills Groups are accepting new clients.
**VIRTUAL ADOLESCENT DBT SKILLS GROUP IS ACCEPTING AND MEETS WEEKLY ON WEDNESDAYS!** Adolescent DBT Skills Group is a weekly DBT skills group for teens and parents. The group is for teens who struggle with intense emotions that have led to frequent hospitalizations, self-harm, suicidality, substance abuse, disordered eating, and interpersonal difficulties. We will cover five primary modules in group: Core Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Walking the Middle Path. Please contact our office for additional information or to get on our waitlist.
To help you manage and control your response to anger Evaluate perception, values, thought management and conditioning - To help you manage and control your response to anger -Help reduce the number of negative outbursts-Prevent emotional hijacking -Promote self-awareness preventative strategies, social skill and personal development.
Hosted by Lazarusman Consulting, PLLC
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, CADC
Group meets in Muskegon Heights, MI 49444
To help you manage and control your response to anger Evaluate perception, values, thought management and conditioning - To help you manage and control your response to anger -Help reduce the number of negative outbursts-Prevent emotional hijacking -Promote self-awareness preventative strategies, social skill and personal development.
For teens to learn social skills, skills to help with ADHD, and emotion regulation skills while playing DnD. 4-5 players per group, and each group member will have their own individualized treatment plan. Great for teens who struggle with ADHD, anxiety, depression, learning difficulties, and social skills. Materials given: 3D printed Character, binder, and more. The group includes 1 hour a week with a counseling intern to learn skills to use in group. Please visit our website and fill out interest form. For teens 12-17. We bill insurance first with parents to pay any remaining of $60. Medicaid clients are free.
Hosted by Prosperity Counseling and Supervision
Counselor, MS, LPC
Group meets in Ypsilanti, MI 48197
For teens to learn social skills, skills to help with ADHD, and emotion regulation skills while playing DnD. 4-5 players per group, and each group member will have their own individualized treatment plan. Great for teens who struggle with ADHD, anxiety, depression, learning difficulties, and social skills. Materials given: 3D printed Character, binder, and more. The group includes 1 hour a week with a counseling intern to learn skills to use in group. Please visit our website and fill out interest form. For teens 12-17. We bill insurance first with parents to pay any remaining of $60. Medicaid clients are free.
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Teen Support Groups
Therapy support groups for teens in Kalamazoo, MI provide support during the transitional period where teens can bring up issues of independence and self-identity in a supportive environment.
Group therapy brings adolescents together who struggle with similar issues. It creates a safe space for teens to connect and support one another, while learning beneficial skills from an experienced therapist who serves as the group leader. Group therapy is an option that teens should consider as a powerful therapy alternative.