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Prevention Group Classes

Classes available online and in-person

These free, interactive psycho-educational groups for teens and families increase protective factors and prepare kids to stay out of trouble.

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Group Classes for Parents & Guardians
Group Classes for Youth
Meet the Prevention Team

Group Classes for Parents and Guardians

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Staying Connected with Your Teen

A class for parents of youth ages 12-17 designed to help strengthen family bonds and prevent risky behaviors in children and teens.
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Guiding Good Choices

A class for parents of children ages 9-14 designed to help strengthen family bonds and prevent risky behaviors in children and teens.
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Guidandolos Hacia Buenas Decisiones

Una clase para padres con niños 9-14 años, diseñado para fortalecer los lazos familiares y prevenir comportamientos de riesgo en los niños y adolecentes.

Group Classes for Youth

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The Body Project

A class for teens designed to help girls and young women resist pressure to conform to body ideals and reduce the risk of eating disorders
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ME Time

A class for teens ages 13-17 focused on managing emotions and increasing positive engagement.

Meet the Prevention Team

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Program Manager

Julianna Potter

Julianna is a social worker who has spent the last eleven years serving children & teens and their parents and families.

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Case Manager

Mary Smith

Mary has a strong desire to understand the adolescent developmental phase, she earned a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies.

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Case Manager

German Ochoa

German works at the Youth Services Prevention Department where he conducts weekly groups with teens and parents.

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Case Manager

Diana Johnson

Diana has a passion for interacting with people and helping them understand their actions and how to make changes to improve their lives.

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Case Manager

Jodi Rushton

Jodi teaches teen workshops to include stress relieving activities such as painting, making bath bombs and glitter filled calm down bottles.

Case Manager

Viviana Dominguez

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Case Manager

Maggie Buonforte

Maggie is a Family Life Educator who has worked with families for over 20 years. Her passion is to help parents and children deepen their compassion and respect for one another.