Courageous & Connected:
Parenting Emotionally Intense Teens

Virtual Group Therapy

Parenting a teen with big emotions can feel like navigating a minefield. One minute they’re fine, the next they’re shutting down, melting down, or pushing you away. You’re trying your best, but it’s isolating and exhausting—and you may wonder if anyone else really understands.

This ongoing virtual group therapy program is designed to help.

“Courageous & Connected” offers a supportive, structured space where parents of teens ages 13 to 18 can find community, build skills, and rediscover confidence in their parenting journey.

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What This Parenting Group Offers

Led by Marcy McGaw, RSW, this group creates a place where you’re not alone. Through connection with other parents, evidence-based strategies, and compassionate guidance, you’ll learn how to better understand your teen’s emotional world, respond more effectively during conflict, and strengthen the bond between you—even when it feels strained.

We focus on two essential goals:

1) Connection & Community: Learn to break through the isolation the isolation you may be feeling as a parent and between you and your teen. Meet other parents who truly get it, share experiences, and build lasting support networks.

2) Skills & Resilience: Learn practical, evidence-based tools to help regulate your own emotions, communicate effectively with your teen, and foster emotional resilience in your family.

What You’ll Learn

How to recognize and respond to emotional dysregulation in teens
Mindful parenting techniques for high-conflict moments
Communication strategies that rebuild trust and connection
Emotion coaching tools to support your teen’s developing brain
Ways to stay grounded and consistent when your teen is struggling
How to navigate the unique challenges of parenting through adolescence

How The Program Works

Each session includes:

Teaching and discussion led by a trained facilitator
Practical tools you can implement at home
Opportunities to connect authentically with other parents

This is a rolling admission group where new members join as space becomes available. You’ll commit to 10 consecutive weeks to build skills and connection, with the option to continue for additional sessions if you find ongoing support helpful.

Is Courageous & Connected Right for You?

This is for you if:

You’re raising a teen who is sensitive, reactive, or emotionally intense
You feel isolated, overwhelmed, or uncertain in your parenting
You want to reduce conflict and strengthen your relationship with your teen
You’re looking for evidence-based tools and compassionate support
You’re ready to connect with others who understand your struggles

This may not be right if:

You’re looking for 1:1 therapy for yourself or your teen
You’re not open to exploring new strategies or perspectives
You’re unable to commit to 10 consecutive weeks

Upcoming Group Schedule

Program Details

Dates: Thursday January 29th 2026
Time: Thursdays from 7-8:30 pm
Duration: 10 weeks, rolling admission
Format: Virtual (secure video platform)
Facilitator: Marcy McGaw, M.S.W
Investment: $125 per session (total $1250)

Our groups are covered by most extended health benefits

Group size is limited. Begin with a free consult to learn more!