Raising a tween often feels like navigating a new world. One minute they want your help, and the next you are on the receiving end of an eye-roll. It is a stage of big transitions, pushed boundaries, and complicated social dynamics. This group offers a down-to-earth space to connect with other parents who are at the same stage. Members share experiences, exchange practical strategies, and support one another.
Is This Group for You?
This group is for parents and caregivers of children ages 9 to 13 who want support with the challenges of the tween years. It may be a good fit if you are:
- Navigating screen time: Setting reasonable boundaries around phones, tablets, social media, and video games without constant conflict.
- Managing changing moods: Figuring out how to respond to eye-rolls, sudden sensitivity, or shifts in your child's attitude.
- Dealing with social shifts: Supporting your tween through friend group drama, exclusion, or pressure to fit in.
- Redefining your role: Balancing the independence they want with the guidance they still need.
- Feeling isolated: Wanting a space to talk, laugh, and problem-solve with parents who understand.
What to Expect in the Group
This group is a collaborative space to exchange real-world strategies and find support during a changing stage of development.
Shared Experience
A supportive space to laugh, vent about the tough moments, and hear from parents who understand.
Practical Strategies
Hear practical ideas for common challenges, such as screen time and homework, without escalating conflict.
Developmental Insight
Learn what is happening in your tween's development so their behavior feels less personal.
Communication Tools
Practice ways to talk with your tween rather than at them, and keep the conversation open.
A Local Community
Build connections with local parents who are navigating the same transition.
Guided by Clinicians
Sessions are facilitated by clinicians from our team, which helps keep the conversation supportive and focused.
Group Details
- When: This group is not currently scheduled. Share your contact information and we will call you when dates are set.
- Where: Psychology Partners Group, 400 King Street, Suite 8, Chappaqua, NY
- Fees and insurance: Fee details are shared when the group is scheduled. We are an out-of-network provider for all plans except Northwell Direct and can submit claims on behalf of group members so they can be reimbursed by their insurance.
Care That Connects Across Specialties
Many people join a group alongside individual care. Our clinicians coordinate with colleagues, with your consent.
- Parent-Focused Therapy: Guidance for parents on understanding and supporting their child.
- Couples Therapy: Therapy for you and your partner, focused on your relationship as you raise children.
- Child & Adolescent Therapy: Individual therapy for children and teens.
- Art Therapy and Social Skills Group: An art therapy group for children ages 10 to 13.
- Family Therapy: Sessions for parents and children together.
- Group Therapy: See all of our groups.
