A support group for teens ages 14-18 living with mental health challenges, facilitated by near peers (someone close in age with lived experience). This group is a safe space to develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy skills, and connect with others who truly understand. Join us every Thursday from 5:30-6:30 PM and Wednesdays from 7-8 PM.
It’s a space to talk about how you’re doing and connect with other teens who get it. The group works best for teens who are open to listening, sharing, and talking about what helps them cope.
This group is not a replacement for therapy or other behavioral health treatment.
This group is for teens 14+ who:
If you or someone you love is living with autism, we encourage you to contact our Helpline to see if this group may be appropriate.
For emergencies or crisis support, call or text 988.
You don’t need parental/guardian consent to attend.
No, this group is for teens only. Adults should not join the group.
If a parent or adult logs on, they will be removed from the meeting.
If parents have mental health questions on behalf of their child, reach out to our Teen Helpline instead.
Yes! You’re welcome to join both teen groups on Wednesday and Thursday if you’d like and if they feel helpful to you.
To ensure that everyone feels safe and supported, we ask that all participants:
Yes, basic Zoom skills are important so the group can run smoothly. You should know how to:
For more information, check out this help article.
January
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy skills, and connect with others who truly understand.
January
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join Us A support group for teens ages 14-18 living with mental health challenges, facilitated by near peers (someone close in age with lived experience). This group is a safe space to develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy …
January
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy skills, and connect with others who truly understand.
January
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join Us A support group for teens ages 14-18 living with mental health challenges, facilitated by near peers (someone close in age with lived experience). This group is a safe space to develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy …
January
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy skills, and connect with others who truly understand.
January
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join Us A support group for teens ages 14-18 living with mental health challenges, facilitated by near peers (someone close in age with lived experience). This group is a safe space to develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy …
January
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy skills, and connect with others who truly understand.
January
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join Us A support group for teens ages 14-18 living with mental health challenges, facilitated by near peers (someone close in age with lived experience). This group is a safe space to develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy …
February
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy skills, and connect with others who truly understand.
February
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join Us A support group for teens ages 14-18 living with mental health challenges, facilitated by near peers (someone close in age with lived experience). This group is a safe space to develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy …
February
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy skills, and connect with others who truly understand.
February
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join Us A support group for teens ages 14-18 living with mental health challenges, facilitated by near peers (someone close in age with lived experience). This group is a safe space to develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy …
February
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy skills, and connect with others who truly understand.
February
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join Us A support group for teens ages 14-18 living with mental health challenges, facilitated by near peers (someone close in age with lived experience). This group is a safe space to develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy …
February
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy skills, and connect with others who truly understand.
February
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join Us A support group for teens ages 14-18 living with mental health challenges, facilitated by near peers (someone close in age with lived experience). This group is a safe space to develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy …
March
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy skills, and connect with others who truly understand.
March
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join Us A support group for teens ages 14-18 living with mental health challenges, facilitated by near peers (someone close in age with lived experience). This group is a safe space to develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy …
March
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy skills, and connect with others who truly understand.
March
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join Us A support group for teens ages 14-18 living with mental health challenges, facilitated by near peers (someone close in age with lived experience). This group is a safe space to develop coping skills, share common experiences, build self-advocacy …
For more information, contact the NAMI-NYC Helpline at 212-684-3264.
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