Everything Sucks

Service Description

Parents just don’t understand. School is much harder than it was even a decade ago. The post-pandemic world of school has much to be desired. Most students tell me that they spend too much time on a screen at school. They say they aren’t learning anything of value. The stress of excelling is high. The requirements for extracurriculars are intense. State testing is stressful and lame. Kids aren’t getting enough exercise, social time, or healthy food at school. This support group, grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, is designed to help teens burdened by school to share ideas, successes, losses, and to learn strategies on how to manage stress better and not be so caught up in a ridiculous and unhealthy school system. You might be struggling, but you don’t need to struggle alone. Who is this group for? This group is open to any school-attending adolescent who is between the ages of 14 and 18. This group will benefit students attending school in-person, but those home-schooled or doing online school might also benefit. Other information Limited to 8 members You don't need to attend all sessions, but it will benefit you best if you make most of them This is a “closed group”, meaning once it's made no one else can join until the next round Be on time! Meetings are in-person at 1380 Sarno Rd., suite C in Melbourne How will this group work? Just show up. Come ready to talk about yourself. My job is to manage the room and make sure everyone talks, everyone listens, and everyone creates and works towards personal goals. Each meeting will be open for someone to propose a topic. I will offer some knowledge and ideas where appropriate, but the idea is to have everyone helping everyone.