YOUTH SERVICES
Youth Achievement Workshop (Y.A.W.)
For Adolescents Ages 11-18
A workshop for teens that teaches emotional intelligence and self-regulation.
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Teens will participate in the “Game of Life” event, an interactive game that provides the opportunity to experience how the decision made today will affect future life-style consequences through simulation, practice, and other learning activities.
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Cultural pride that empowers and promotes positive strength-based community wellness.
Ex. Finding honor and dignity in the journey of one’s ancestry. Goal to increase self-esteem and motivation to succeed in face of adversity. -
Self-expression/reflection exercises: Identifying emotions and learning to express them in positive socially appropriate manner.
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Self-Awareness: Analyzing actions and re-actions in challenging situations.
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Goal Setting and planning for the future
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Career and life mapping.
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Motivational presentations that address alcohol and substance abuse, gang violence, bullying and the effects of family trauma/violence.
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Both parents and teens will have the opportunity to participate in group activities from time to time (ex. Game of Life, Step Up, etc.).
Our intention is to teach self-regulation techniques to internalize positive behavior changes that improve outcomes and prevent future dysfunctional behaviors.
Parental Empowerment Workshop
For Parents of Adolescents Ages 11-18
A concurrent workshop for parents that teaches strategies for communication, regulation, attachment, planning for high risk situations, and how to navigate challenging teen behaviors.
Class Standard Rate: $45 (one-time fee)
Class Standard Rate: $45 (one-time fee)
Counseling & Mentoring
Individualized services specially tailored to youth's needs around education, career planning, peer pressure, substance use, family challenges, essential life skills, and other coping skills.
Standard Rate: $75/hour
