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How to Navigate Major Life Events as Young Adults Online Support Group
This online support group occurs every Wednesday at 3pm starting March 16, 2022 through April 27, 2022. The focus of the group is learning to cope with the transition of major life events that are commonly experienced as a young adult. Ages 18-25 ONLY.
Group therapy is a unique opportunity to gain skills and new behaviors with the benefit of an expert-led experience while being accelerated through the lens of social learning that can only come from peer support. Group formats have been used to successfully manage a variety of mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where will this group be held?
A: This group will be held virtually via a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform.
Q: Can anyone join this group?
A: No, this is a closed group and participants must be in individual therapy with a Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh therapist.
Q: How many people will be in the group?
A: It is limited to 7-8 participants.
Q: Is there an age range for this online support group?
A: Yes, group members must be 18-25 since the group focus is on navigating major life events as a young adult.
Q: Does this group accept health insurance?
A: Yes, we accept UPMC, Highmark, United, Aetna.
Q: Do participants have to sign up for all sessions or can they drop in on topics that interest them?
A: Participants must sign up for all sessions.
Q: What day and time is the online support group?
A: Group sessions will take place Wednesdays at 3pm from March 16, 2022 through April 27, 2022.
Q: Who is leading this online support group?
A: The group will be led by Kristen Walker, MS Ed, LPC, who has worked in the Mental Health field since 1995
Q: How do I sign up?
A: Please call our admin team at 412-322-2129.