Brave Connections: Teen Social Anxiety Group
An Arts-Based group for teens who are ready to go from stressed, anxious and isolated to coping, confident and connected.
An Arts-Based group for teens who are ready to go from stressed, anxious and isolated to coping, confident and connected.
If you’ve noticed that:
- Feeling more anxious, worried, or withdrawn in social situations
- Lacking confidence or avoiding social interactions out of fear of judgment or rejection
- Becoming overwhelmed with emotion and unsure of how to cope
- Struggling with negative self-talk or feeling like they’re “not good enough”
- Isolating themselves and feeling disconnected from others
The Social Anxiety Group for Teens can help your teen go from overwhelmed and isolated to feeling more confident, connected, and equipped with practical tools to navigate social situations.
The Social Anxiety Group for Teens can help your teen go from overwhelmed and isolated to feeling more confident, connected, and equipped with practical tools to navigate social situations.
What our group offers:
- Practical skills and strategies to manage social anxiety and emotional ups and downs
- A safe, creative space where they can express themselves and feel supported by others with similar experiences
- A deeper understanding of why avoiding social situations and emotions only makes anxiety worse, and how to face fears gradually
- Techniques like body awareness, breathwork, and grounding to reduce anxiety in social settings
- Tools to help them build self-confidence, set small achievable goals, and take brave steps forward in their social life
- A sense of belonging and connection, as they form bonds with peers in a non-judgmental group setting
In Just 8 Weeks, Your Teen Will:
- Feel more confident in social situations, even with anxiety present
- Better understand and manage their physical and emotional reactions to worries
- Develop resilience through creative expression and goal setting
- Feel connected to others and less isolated
- Gain the skills to navigate their social world with more ease and self-assurance
Why this group works:
Arts-based approach: Teens create collages to explore key themes as a form of emotional expression
Peer support: They share experiences and gain strength from others facing similar challenges
Safe, non-judgmental space: Your teen will feel comfortable opening up and learning in a positive, supportive environment
Secure your teen’s spot today and give them the tools to face social anxiety with courage and resilience!
Meet your facilitators
Charlene Forde-Smith is a MSW Candidate, who holds a Masters degree already and loves supporting youth with creativity and compassion.
Bobbie Ellins, MSW (Candidate)
Not sure if group will work for you right now?
We continue to offer individual child, youth and parent counselling. Get in touch to discuss what services will best meet your needs.
