Therapeutic Support Groups

Support student mental health with therapeutic adventure groups

A New Form of Support

Project Adventure’s Therapeutic Support Groups use therapeutic adventure methods to provide a new form of support for students with mental health struggles, special needs, or social and emotional disabilities.

In one hour we can support up to 8 high-needs youth, multiplying your school’s capacity, and providing a unique way for students grades 6 and up to achieve their goals.

How They Work

  • Groups are facilitated by a Project Adventure facilitator in partnership with a school counselor or equivalent. The counselor must be present for all sessions, but Project Adventure facilitators lead the Group.

  • Groups run for 8 or more sessions, typically once per week. One session is usually equivalent to one class period.

  • The facilitator utilizes games and group activities, guided discussion, and trauma-sensitive approaches.

  • Can include a trip to the Project Adventure challenge course or, in some cases, incorporate use of your course if you have one on-site.

  • Groups are capped at 8 participants. Ideal is 6-8.

  • Appropriate for grades 6-12 or post-secondary.

  • As part of your Multi Tiered System of Support (MTSS), Groups can be considered a Tier 2 or 3 intervention.

  • Work especially well with sub-separate programs, but can be adapted for any group.

  • Can align with students’ therapeutic or IEP goals.

  • Are excellent for students who struggle with traditional counseling, are active learners, or need an additional layer of social support.

Interested? Contact us to get the conversation started!