Social Anxiety Group for Teens in Brooklyn (ACT-Based)
Social anxiety can make everyday experiences feel overwhelming for adolescents. Whether it’s speaking up in class, starting a conversation, or forming new friendships, anxiety often limits a teen’s ability to participate fully and feel confident in who they are.
At Resilient Mind Psychotherapy in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn we provide a structured and compassionate environment where young people can learn to manage anxiety and build social confidence within a supportive peer community. This therapy group is specifically designed for teens navigating a fear of judgment, social avoidance, or physical symptoms like a racing heart or shaking during social interactions.
Understanding the Teen Social Anxiety Group
Our program is tailored for adolescents who have been diagnosed with Social Anxiety Disorder or Social Phobia Disorder, as well as those who generally struggle with anxiety in group settings. We focus on helping teens in Brooklyn move forward with courage, authenticity, and greater emotional resilience.
Age Group & Intimacy
This group is open to teens ages 15–16, with some flexibility based on developmental appropriateness. To ensure every participant feels heard and supported, we keep our group sizes small, typically between 4 and 6 teens.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
The program is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a research-supported approach that helps teens:
Understand and accept difficult thoughts and emotions without being controlled by them.
Reduce avoidance behaviors that often keep anxiety in place.
Build psychological flexibility—the ability to act according to their values, even when feeling anxious.
Practice mindfulness and grounding techniques for real-world situations.
Develop practical social skills for navigating Brooklyn’s complex social environments.
Accessible, Supervised Clinical Care
At Resilient Mind Psychotherapy, we believe that high-quality mental health support should be accessible to all families in our community.
This group is facilitated by a clinical student intern who is experienced in working with adolescents. To make this specialized support more affordable for Brooklyn families, the cost of the group has been significantly reduced. Our intern is closely supervised and guided by a licensed mental health professional, ensuring that your teen receives expert care while benefitting from a lower-cost clinical model.
Schedule & Investment
We have structured this group to be both convenient and affordable for busy high school students.
When: Weekly on Fridays at 5:00 PM.
Duration: 60-minute sessions.
Location: 541 Bay Ridge Parkway, Brooklyn.
Pricing Options
Pay-Per-Session: $20 per session.
12-Session Bundle: $200 (includes 2 free make-up sessions).
This pricing structure is designed to offer maximum value and flexibility, ensuring that teens can commit to their growth without financial strain.
Why Choose Group Therapy for Social Anxiety?
Social anxiety is unique because it is a “social” challenge that is often best treated in a “social” environment. While individual therapy provides a great foundation, our group serves as a low-stakes laboratory where teens can practice real-world skills.
In this group, teens learn that they don’t need to eliminate anxiety to lead meaningful lives. By “bouncing ideas” off one another and sharing their experiences in our Bay Ridge office, they realize they aren’t alone. This collective support helps dismantle the fear of judgment that often keeps social anxiety alive.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this group for?
This group is specifically for teens ages 15–16 who struggle with Social Anxiety Disorder, Social Phobia, or general anxiety in social situations. If your teen avoids school activities or feels intense physical symptoms (like shaking or a racing heart) when around others, this group is a great fit.
How does the “12-session bundle” work?
The bundle costs $200 and covers 12 sessions. We know that high school schedules can be unpredictable, so this package includes two free make-up sessions to ensure your teen doesn’t fall behind if they have to miss a week.
Why is the group led by a clinical intern?
By having our highly trained clinical student interns facilitate the group, we are able to offer the sessions at a significantly reduced rate ($20 per session). The intern is closely supervised by a licensed professional, so your teen gets the benefit of evidence-based ACT therapy at a fraction of the usual cost.
What is ACT therapy?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on “psychological flexibility.” Instead of trying to force anxious thoughts away, we teach teens how to acknowledge them and keep moving toward their personal goals and values regardless of that anxiety.
How do we sign up?
The first step is a brief intake to ensure the group is the right fit for your teen. You can call us at (929) 200-3049 or email Admin@resilient-mind.com to join our Friday sessions.
Help your teen navigate Brooklyn life with more confidence and less avoidance. Contact Resilient Mind Psychotherapy today to learn more about our upcoming Friday sessions in Bay Ridge. Together, we can help your teen build the resilience they need to thrive.