Nurturing Neurons Program Overview
Nurturing Neurons (NN) is a 8-week telehealth program for students designed to increase one’s mental wellness, emotional regulation, and academic functioning. The program consists of social activities, goal-setting tasks, and sensory breaks, all of which are intended to foster virtual peer interaction. Participants will meet bi-weekly in small groups with the ultimate goal of creating a safe space to meet and support their peers.
Trained paraprofessionals lead each session with a concentration on teaching cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness strategies to use in daily life.
Sessions will be overseen by a licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Grace Mucci, and Post-Doctoral Fellow and Psychological Associate, Dr. Laura Coopersmith.
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Disclaimer: NN can be a supplement to treatment, but it is NOT a substitute! Our goal is simply to enhance social and cognitive development.
Program Objectives
- Enhance your child's recognition and control of emotions and thoughts
- Develop and strengthen your child's coping skills and behaviors
- Improve your child's ability to focus and be present
- Bolster your child's resilience and self-esteem
- Help your child feel good about themselves and reach their full potential
