OHVA High School Support Groups

Student Mom Support Group

Leaders: Katie Livingston and Sarah Bell

For any pregnant student or student mom. This is a place to build relationships, support each other, and

celebrate being a mom. We provide helpful tips and resources to offer practical wisdom, life skills, and

support.

Cornerstone of Hope

Leaders: Nate Herr

In-school 8- week grief support groups are available to students who have experienced the death of a

loved one. This grief support group is designed to allow students to come together and receive age -

appropriate grief support amongst the familiarity of their schoolmates. Students will gain a better

understanding of the grief process and learn healthy ways to cope with their feelings of grief.

*Ran with Cornerstone of Hope Counselors

ROX

Leaders: Heather Syrett, Stacy Alonzo, Natalie Charlton

ROX (Ruling Our Experiences) is a 20 session evidence-based curriculum to help girls succeed in

relationships, academics and life by building their confidence and self esteem. ROX provides support,

motivation, connection and education to girls in the areas of their lives where and when they need it

most.

Freshman Success (9th grade only)

Leaders: Jenn Patton and Katie Bryant

If the transition to high school is harder than you thought and you want some extra support and

guidance, this group is for you! We will focus on building strong school habits and communication skills

to be successful in high school.

Lotus Group: Finding Peace in Muddy Waters

Leader: Megan Halpin, Syntero School-Based Clinician

Lotus flowers are known for their resilience, growing in floods and surviving drought. This group will

teach students skills to find peace during life’s challenges and times of difficult emotions. Topics will

include mindfulness and relaxation, self-care, developing helpful thought patterns, and more!

Be Bold: Build Your Social Confidence

Leader: Megan Halpin, Syntero School-Based Clinician

Are you missing out because social anxiety holds you back? Students in this group will learn how to ease

feelings of shyness, start reaching their social goals, and create lasting and rewarding connections.

**All groups include students in 9th-12th grade unless noted otherwise.

If interested in any of the above support groups please contact your School Counselor