Dear Colleagues and Friends,

Starting to make summer plans?  Great!  We have three new summer workshops we're excited to share with you:

-       Get Social Media Savvy
  • Our daughters are full digital citizens in the social media world.  As parents, how can we provide the right support?  This social media workshop, designed by our clinical team, offers helpful recommendations and insights for middle school girls and their parents.
-       Stand Up! Speak Out!® Summer Workshops
  • This year, we're offering two weeks and a new curriculum for our popular friendship-skills building workshop. Bring a friend and register now!
-       Superflex Summer Academy
  • Girls will improve focus, flexibility and social skills while defeating the Unthinkables in this fun, empowering therapeutic camp.
We invite you to stop by our booth at the upcoming Westridge Summer Opportunities Fair to learn about all of our summer programming.

Westridge Summer Opportunities Fair
-       Feb. 3 from 10am to 3pm
-       Westridge School - 324 Madeline Dr, Pasadena, CA 91105
      
We'll be there all day answering questions.  We'd love to see you there!
Can't make it?  Call us any time (626-585-8075 ext. 121) or email [email protected] and we can explain all of our summer offerings!
 
In gratitude,
Paige Hobey, M.A.
Workshop and Community Outreach Director
626-585-8075, ext. 108 
Institute News & Resources
Get Social Media Savvy
An Interactive Social Media Workshop for Middle School Girls and their Parents
Friday, May 18, 4-6pm

Girls will learn:
  • How to happily stay connected with friends while keeping the tough stuff in perspective
  • A new way to think about the newest apps
  • How social media really affects your emotions
  • What to do when texting gets messy
  • Tips to get real about the virtual world of photos
  • How to maintain balance, stay safe and enjoy!
Parents will learn:
  • What we all should know about social media, from popular apps to the latest stats
  • How to help your daughter set healthy boundaries, maintain balance and stay socially connected without screens
  • The effect of screen time on the brain and emotions
  • Recommended resources, apps and guidelines
$55 per parent/child pair.  Contact Paige Hobey to learn more or register: [email protected] or 626-585-8075 ext. 121.
Stand Up! Speak Out!® 
Summer Workshops
Summer Workshops for Girls in 3rd - 5th Grade that Foster Empowerment, Creativity and Friendship Skills
 
Join us for both weeks - or choose one!
  • Monday, June 25 - Friday, June 29 
  • Monday, July 23 - Friday, July 27
(1-4pm daily, plus a 4-5pm Friday Open House for girls to present their creative work to their parents)
 
Come join us for five fun-filled afternoons of indoor and outdoor games, skits, journaling, art projects, mindfulness activities and more!   Girls learn essential skills to help maintain healthy friendships, resolve conflicts and approach challenges with confidence and compassion.  This summer - have fun, get creative, make new friends and build important skills for life!
 
$495 per week if you register before May 14, then $525 (Get a $30 discount if you bring a friend or register for both weeks!) Contact Paige Hobey to learn more at  [email protected] or 626-585-8075 ext. 121, or register HERE!
Superflex Summer Academy
A Super Fun Social Skills-Building Therapeutic
Camp  for Girls in 2nd - 5th Grades

Monday, August 6 - Friday, August 10  
10:30am to 1:30pm   

 This imaginative,  empowering therapeutic camp 
teaches friendship and  emotional regulation skills while  reducing anxiety.  Designed for girls who would  benefit from tools to improve attention, impulsivity,  flexibility and reading social cues.   
  • Girls defeat the Unthinkables - cool characters who represent tough behaviors 
    like Space Invader, Glassman and Topic Twistermeister.
  • Get ready to fly! Yes, the girls will don their very own superhero capes as they partake in exciting adventures with the Unthinkables!
  • Get creative!  They'll use art supplies and inspiration to make personalized books.
  • Get moving! High energy, indoor and outdoor activities keep everyone on the move.
  • Get social! Superflex builds friendship skills, confidence and camaraderie. Join us!
$695 if you register before May 14, then $725 (Ask about an insurance form when you call.)  Contact Maryanne Mueller at 626-585-8075 ext. 108 to learn more or schedule an intake session.
Therapy and Assessment Services

We offer strength-based therapy services for individuals, groups, families, parents and others. Comprehensive Assessments (neuropsychological, academic, cognitive, and psychological) available as well. For more information, click  here!

Cliques, Conflicts, & Connections

2018 Spring Dates :
Tuesday, April 4th from  6:30-8:00* PM - Workshop
Tuesday, May 2nd from  6:30-8:00* PM - Workshop
Tuesday, June  27th from  6:30-8:00 PM - Workshop

*Dr. Johnson will be available between  8:00pm - 8:30pm to answer questions about Stand Up! Speak Out!®, our summer friendship workshop for girls entering 3rdthrough 5th grades.  Light refreshments will be served at all presentations.

Cliques, Conflicts and Connections is a free workshop for parents.  Learn tips and tools for helping your daughter navigate her social world.
Get empowered with resources for your own positive connection with your daughter.  Register now through the store to reserve your space!

Register here!
Are you a Girl Scout or youth group leader?  Bring your group to one of our fun, interactive Friday workshops!  
  • Body Talk: Become media savvy and maintain a positive body image.
 
Available dates:  Feb. 9, Mar. 2 or 16, Apr. 13, May 4, Jun. 1 or 8
 
Workshops are on Fridays from 4-6pm and cost $600 - which includes the girls' workshop and a concurrent talk for parents covering similar material.  
We can customize workshops to help meet Girl Scout badge or Journey requirements.
 
Contact us! We'd love to work with your group! To learn more, contact Paige Hobey at 626-378-4300 or [email protected] .
95 N. Marengo Ave., Suite 100
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-585-8075