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Y Mind Teen supports teens who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety to learn and practice healthy coping strategies to better manage stress and anxiety. Our groups provide an opportunity for teens to learn within a safe, comfortable, and fun environment, surrounded by other teens experiencing similar thoughts and feelings.
Session Dates: Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:30pm at John Tod Y, Rolling intake
*We are taking registrants for Fall 2024.
The group meets weekly for seven weeks and is run in a welcoming and supportive environment. Program facilitators are mental health practitioners and are skilled at teaching healthy coping skills based on evidence-based approaches of Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (a Cognitive - Behavioural approach).
Participants engage in fun and creative activities to promote learning and artistic expression and have the opportunity to connect with others who are going through similar experiences so they don't feel alone.
Participants also enjoy a complimentary YMCA fitness membership for the duration of the program.
Please call the Mental Wellness Program Coordinator at 250-376-4771 ext. 122 or email mentalwellness@bc.ymca.ca (please include contact info & birth date)
• Ages 13-17 years old • Experiencing mild/moderate anxiety, stress, and/or worrying (no formal diagnosis required
If you're aged 18-30, we offer a free mindfulness program for your age group as well. Click below for more information.
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