MENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER LEAD Child and Adolescent Wellness Class
Mental Health Practitioner Lead Sessions are HERE!
Participants in this class will have the opportunity to practice social skills, self-regulation, and self-esteem building while working with CIC therapy dogs in a series of fun dog training skills including agility and tricks!
This class is designed to include both small and large groups to facilitate opportunities for working with others, self-management, and celebrating accomplishments. Classes will follow a flexible and student informed framework that builds on participant strengths - this relational, trauma informed approach invites young people to practice their skills in a safe and trusting environment.
Classes are led by Megan Nagel, a former teacher and current school-based Mental Health Practitioner. Megan has her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and has worked with children and adolescents for fifteen years in a variety of settings. This class is designed for a maximum of 8 students in 4th - 8th grade with a ratio of 2 students to 1 CIC therapy dog.
To ensure all students have a safe and fun time at CIC sessions, they must be able to do the following with minimal adult support:
Understand, remember, and follow directions.
Respect all members in our class community, including the dogs.
CIC Student Checklist:
I understand that I am welcome regardless of my gender, orientation, race, religion, or culture.
I understand that CIC classes are a place where I can be me free of judgment.
I will maintain a positive or neutral attitude towards other class members and when participating in activities.
I understand that if I am feeling uncomfortable or unsafe, I can let the class leader know or take a break.
I understand that if I create an uncomfortable or unsafe space for another class member or the class, physically or emotionally, I may be directed to take a break from class.
I will leave my phone/electronics out of sight during the program.
Schedule
8 weeks | 45 minutes/week
SPRING CLASSES COMING SOON!
Location
2300 Myrtle Ave, Suite 230
St. Paul, MN
$300 base class rate - full and partial scholarships are available - click here for financial support application
Do you have the ability to sponsor a child?
Donations go toward a scholarship fund for students that need financial assistance.
