"Girl Talk" Teen Program

Discovering Your Inner Voice

An invitation for young women to connect to their inner truth through story-telling, music and nature, movement, play.

The purpose of this group is to create a safe space for young women to share their feelings, thoughts and ideas authentically and without judgement. Research has shown that anxiety has had a profound impact on the young people of today. This will provide a foundation for young women to navigate the world in a more confident way.

When: Wednesdays beginning October 9th and ending November 13th

Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Where: Breathe Peace Wellness, 30 Bridge Street, Suite 3, LL New Milford, Ct.

Who is this for: Young women who have a desire to explore the deeper parts of themselves and learn creative ways to manage their stress and feel comfortable in their own skin.

Ages: 14 and 15 years old (9th and 10th graders)

Maximum number of participants: 8 young women. We will need a minimum of 5 participants in order to hold this program.

Activities will include:

 Group sharing and conversation,

 Icebreakers

 Games and activities designed to encourage connection

 Gentle Yoga

 Guided Meditation

 Art and Music

 Nature-based experience

 Cushions for seating, yoga mats, healthy snacks and drinks provided by Breathe Peace Wellness

 Participants provide a personal journal and a pen

Cancellation Policy:

A deposit of $345 is required to reserve a spot in the Teen Talk program, with the full payment due by October 4th. If you need to cancel before October 4th, you will receive a partial refund of your deposit, less a $100 administrative fee. Cancellations made after October 4th are non-refundable; however, you may receive a credit (less the $150 administrative fee) that can be applied toward services provided by Pam Walker and Sheree Surdam. This credit must be used within six months of the original program date. Please contact us directly to discuss your options and make arrangements.

Facilitated by Sheree Surdam and Pam Walker

Pam Walker and Sheree Surdam bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the Teen Talk program offered at Breathe Peace Wellness.

Pam is a licensed Mental Health Professional with over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. With a background in school settings, Pam excels in engaging teens through assessments, individual, family, and group therapy, and is skilled in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), a science-based approach that teaches positive self-soothing and behavioral change.

Sheree, a Connecticut Licensed Clinical Hypnotist and Wellness Counselor and , has over 35 years of counseling experience helping clients overcome self-limiting beliefs and specializes in anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. She uses a blend of coaching, energy psychology, hypnotherapy, and positive psychology to support teens and adults in finding their strength and achieving personal growth.

Together, Pam and Sheree create a safe and supportive environment where teens can explore, express, and empower themselves.