Group Therapy

What It Is:
Next Level Social is a fun and supportive social skills group for adolescents. Through interactive activities, role plays, and real-world practice, teens gain tools to feel more confident in friendships and everyday interactions.

Who It’s For:
Adolescents (ages 12–17) with Level 1 Autism or similar social challenges, including those with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) traits, who want to grow their confidence and social connections.

What They’ll Learn:

• Conversation and listening skills

• Building and maintaining friendships

• Problem-solving and handling conflict

• Boosting confidence in social situations

Why It Matters:
Social skills are key to school success, friendships, and future opportunities. Next Level Social provides a safe, supportive environment where teens practice real-world skills and build lasting connections.

What it is:
A supportive, therapist-led group that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to help teens manage anxiety, stress, and depression in a safe, relatable environment.

Who it’s for:
Teens ages 13–18 in Orange County who struggle with worry, low mood, school pressures, or social stress. Parents receive brief check-ins for progress updates and at-home support strategies.

What they’ll learn:

• Practical tools for calming anxiety and stopping negative thought spirals

• Emotion regulation skills to manage mood swings and stress

• Healthy coping strategies for school, friendships, and family life

• Mindfulness and grounding exercises that actually work for teens

• Communication skills to ask for help and set boundaries

Why it matters:
Teen anxiety and depression are at record highs, especially post-pandemic. Left untreated, they can lead to school struggles, social withdrawal, and risk-taking behaviors. This group empowers teens with real-world skills to feel more confident, connected, and in control—while giving families peace of mind knowing their teen is supported.

What it is:
A structured, therapist-facilitated group designed to help teens overcome school avoidance, chronic absenteeism, and academic stress. Through a blend of executive function coaching, anxiety reduction strategies, and peer support, students learn how to rebuild confidence and consistency in their school routine.

Who it’s for:
Teens ages 12–18 in Orange County who struggle with getting to school, keeping up with assignments, or managing overwhelming academic pressure. Parents are included for collaborative sessions that reduce morning conflicts and build supportive home routines.

What they’ll learn:

• Strategies to manage test anxiety and performance fears

• Step-by-step tools to improve attendance and daily routines

• Executive function skills for organization, planning, and homework follow-through

• Stress management and coping strategies for busy school days

• Parent-teen teamwork to create smoother mornings and accountability systems

Why it matters:
School avoidance and chronic absenteeism are rising concerns in Orange County, often linked to anxiety, depression, or learning challenges. Missing school can impact academics, social life, and future opportunities. This group helps teens regain motivation and confidence—while giving families concrete tools to support their child’s success.

What it is:
A supportive, therapist-led group that helps teens build a healthier relationship with food, body image, and self-worth. Using evidence-based recovery strategies and creative expression, teens gain tools to manage eating disorder symptoms, challenge negative self-talk, and reconnect with their bodies in a positive way.

Who it’s for:
Teens ages 13–18 in Orange County who struggle with eating disorders, disordered eating patterns, or body image concerns. Parents are included in periodic sessions to strengthen family support and reinforce recovery skills at home.

What they’ll learn:

• How to identify and challenge harmful thought patterns about food and body

• Mindfulness and grounding strategies to reduce urges and regulate emotions

• Coping tools for anxiety, perfectionism, and social pressures

• Self-compassion practices and positive body image skills

• Ways families can support recovery without shame or conflict

Why it matters:
Eating disorders have some of the highest risks of any mental health condition, and body dissatisfaction is increasingly common among teens. Left untreated, these struggles can severely affect physical health, academic performance, and self-esteem. This group creates a safe, supportive space where teens can heal, find hope, and learn that they are more than their body image.

What it is:
A dynamic, therapist-facilitated group that helps young adults navigate the transition from adolescence to independence. Through peer support and guided skill-building, participants explore challenges like relationships, stress management, and self-identity while gaining tools to thrive in school, work, and daily life.

Who it’s for:
Young adults ages 18–23 in Orange County who are adjusting to college, work, or independent living and want a safe space to process life changes, strengthen coping skills, and connect with peers experiencing similar transitions.

What they’ll learn:

• Tools for managing stress, anxiety, and uncertainty

• Communication and boundary-setting skills for healthier relationships

• Time management, organization, and daily living skills

• Strategies for building confidence, resilience, and self-advocacy

• Peer support to normalize struggles and share real-world experiences

• Job search, interview, and resume skills

Why it matters:
The transition into adulthood can feel overwhelming, with new responsibilities, shifting identities, and high expectations. Without support, many young adults experience isolation, stress, or burnout. This group provides guidance, encouragement, and practical life skills—helping participants feel grounded, capable, and ready to launch into their next chapter.

What it is:
A mentorship-style, male therapist-led group designed to help teen boys build confidence, strength, and respect for themselves and others. Through discussions, activities, and skill practice, boys learn how to navigate friendships, dating, and life challenges while staying true to their values.

Who it’s for:
Boys ages 13–17 in Orange County who want to feel more confident, improve their communication, and gain clarity about healthy masculinity, relationships, and leadership.

What they’ll learn:

• Tools for self-confidence and self-respect

• Skills to manage stress, anger, and self-doubt

• How to form healthy friendships and date respectfully

• The difference between real strength and harmful stereotypes

• Leadership, accountability, and goal-setting for life success

Why it matters:
Today’s boys face confusing and often negative messages about what it means to “be a man.” Without guidance, many struggle with isolation, low self-esteem, or unhealthy relationship patterns. This group helps boys grow into confident, kind, and capable young men—empowered to step into adulthood with respect for themselves and others.

What it is:
A supportive, female therapist-led group designed to help teen girls grow in confidence while also learning the value of balance, respect, and healthy relationships. Through guided discussions and activities, girls practice letting go of unrealistic pressures, embracing their strengths, and building positive connections with both peers and future partners.

Who it’s for:
Girls ages 13–17 in Orange County who struggle with stress, perfectionism, or relationship pressures and want a safe space to explore identity, confidence, and balance.

What they’ll learn:

• How to build self-confidence without the pressure of perfection

• Respectful communication and collaboration in friendships and relationships

• Healthy perspectives on gender differences and valuing what boys and men bring to relationships

• Coping tools for stress, comparison, and social pressure

• The freedom to not “do it all” and to embrace partnership, trust, and support

Why it matters:
Today’s girls are often told they must be leaders in every area of life such as academics, sports, relationships, and beyond. While empowerment is important, it can create impossible expectations and strain healthy dynamics with peers and partners. This group gives girls the tools to honor their own worth, respect others, and step into adulthood with both grace and strength.

Single Session:
$85 Pay per 90-minute session

4-Session Starter Package:
$320 Prepay and save

**BEST VALUE
8-Session Full Package:
$640 Best value – full program

Contact CYS for details.