Coping Skills For Teens

Group Workshop for Teen Coping Skills

Date/Time: Meeting Every Wednesday evenings 6PM to 7PM (except holidays)
Age Group: Ages 13 to 17
Location: White Oak Institute – Orland Park
Therapists: Dr. Donna Mendez, EdD, LPC and Briana Wesclitz, LSCW
Cost: $40 per session (not covered by insurance)

At White Oak Institute, we understand that everyone worries sometimes. School, friends, and stress can cause anyone to feel anxiety. For some teens, anxious feelings can become difficult to manage. This can cause problems at home, school, and/or with friends. Our weekly support group offers a safe and compassionate space to navigate the complexities of anxiety or stress.

Led by an experienced therapist, the group focuses on learning practical coping skills. Together, we’ll explore strategies, share common scenarios, and discuss healthy ways to handle stress.

DBT For Teens

This group is designed to empower teens to better understand themselves, strengthen their relationships, and grow into capable and confident young adults.  Led by an experienced therapist, the group creates a supportive space for kids and teens to connect and build understanding with peers facing similar challenges. Together, we’ll explore strategies, practice real-life scenarios, and develop healthy ways to navigate relationships and emotions.

You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. Join us for a group where growth and healing happen together.

Supporting Teens Through the Challenges of Growing Up

Navigating adolescence is one of the most pivotal and challenging phases of life. Teens today face a variety of emotional and social pressures as they learn to understand themselves and build healthy relationships. These challenges can sometimes lead to feelings of isolation, anxiety, or difficulty managing emotions.

At White Oak Institute, we provide a safe and compassionate space for teens to grow and thrive. Through our Coping Skills for Teens group, participants gain essential skills like mindfulness, emotion regulation, breathing exercises, grounding techniques, and interpersonal effectiveness. Parents can rest assured that their teens are supported as they navigate the complexities of growing up, building confidence and resilience along the way.

Together, we’ll empower teens to embrace their individuality, connect with peers who share similar experiences, and develop strategies to handle life’s challenges with grace and confidence.

Empowering Teens Through Skills and Growth-Focused Activities

Our weekly sessions offer a structured yet compassionate environment to address the many facets of creating boundaries. Topics and activities include:

  • Breathing Exercises: Learn how focused breathing can calm your mind and reduce feelings of anxiety in stressful situations.
  • Feelings Management: Develop tools to understand, express, and regulate your emotions effectively.
  • Coping with Stress: Discover practical strategies to handle everyday stressors and maintain balance.
  • Grounding Techniques: Practice methods to stay present and regain control during overwhelming moments.
  • Building Resilience: Strengthen your ability to adapt to challenges and recover from setbacks.
  • Creating Boundaries: Learn how to set healthy boundaries to protect your emotional well-being and maintain healthy relationships.

This support group fosters connection, understanding, and growth, providing a safe space for teens to navigate their journey toward emotional well-being.

Coping Skills For Teens Group FAQs

What are Teen Coping Skills, and how can they help?

Teen Coping Skills are practical tools and techniques designed to help teens manage emotions, navigate stress, improve relationships, and boost self-esteem. These skills empower teens to handle everyday challenges and build resilience in a supportive environment.

This group is open to teens aged 14–17 who want to enhance their ability to manage emotions, improve relationships, and develop practical ways to handle stress. No prior experience with therapy or coping skills training is required.

Sessions include engaging activities such as mindfulness exercises, group discussions, journaling, emotional awareness games, and role-playing. These interactive exercises make learning coping skills fun, relatable, and practical for teens.

Each session lasts one hour and is kept small to create a supportive and interactive environment where teens feel heard and valued.

While the sessions focus on equipping teens with skills, parents can stay informed about the techniques being taught and how to support their teen’s growth at home. Parental involvement may vary depending on individual needs and preferences.

If your teen is struggling with stress, emotional challenges, or social relationships, this group can provide them with the skills and support they need to thrive. If you’re unsure, our team can help assess whether this program is the right fit for your teen.

Worried about your teen’s well being, behavior, or emotions?
Register for our Coping Skills for Teens support group.