Wednesdays 2:00-3:00pm

Bloom & Belong may be a good fit for middle school girls who would benefit from additional support with making or maintaining friendships, conversational skills, social confidence, understanding social cues, managing peer conflict, navigating group dynamics, or communicating effectively online.

A girl does not need to be experiencing significant social difficulties to benefit. The group can also provide a positive space for girls who simply want to strengthen their interpersonal skills, build confidence, and connect with peers.

Learning about social skills is only part of the process—having opportunities to practice them is equally important. The group setting allows participants to try new skills, receive supportive feedback, learn from one another, and experience positive peer interactions in real time.

Our goal is for each girl to leave Bloom & Belong with practical skills she can use in everyday life, greater confidence in navigating relationships, and a stronger sense that she can find meaningful connections while still being herself.

To help create a comfortable and engaging experience, group size is limited to 8 participants. Keeping the group small allows each girl opportunities to participate, practice skills, ask questions, and feel heard.

While participation and engagement are encouraged, girls are never forced to share personal information before they feel comfortable. Respect, kindness, privacy, and consideration for other group members are emphasized throughout the group experience.

Bloom & Belong is an ongoing group, and new participants may join as space becomes available and when the group is determined to be an appropriate fit.

Before joining, families participate in an intake process to learn more about the group, discuss the child's needs and goals, review group expectations, and determine whether Bloom & Belong is the right fit.

Insurance coverage for group services varies by plan. Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Anthem BCBS) and Anthem is accepted for group therapy, with copay or coinsurance amounts depending on the individual's policy and benefits.

For families using out-of-network benefits, a monthly superbill may be provided upon request for possible reimbursement from their insurance company. Reimbursement is determined by the individual's insurance plan and cannot be guaranteed.

The middle school years are an important time for developing the relationship skills and confidence that can carry into adolescence and adulthood. Bloom & Belong gives girls a supportive place to practice those skills, navigate social challenges, build meaningful connections, and grow in confidence.