The goal of the Stress Less Small Group is to help students realize that they are not alone in their feelings of worry and anxiety and to learn strategies to cope with these feelings. During our group time, we’ll be talking about what we worry about and how to tell when we’re worried. We will then cover different ways to handle worry, including talking to a trusted adult, using positive self-talk, focusing on what you can control and more.

I believe these life skills are taught best when they are practiced within a variety of settings. Therefore, students will be encouraged to discuss what they have learned at home. I will send updates via email after every group meeting in order to provide you with insight of what your child is learning. I hope this offers a channel of communication between you and your child to further their understanding of anxiety and how to cope with it.

Small groups will meet multiple times a month during the students' lunch time over the span of 6 weeks. Only students who have returned their signed permission slip may participate in small group.