What are the Skill Builder Workshops at Galvin Growth Group?

Skill Builder Workshops are structured, small-group programs for students and young adults that focus on building practical skills in social communication, executive functioning, anxiety management, and academic skills. Groups are led by trained clinicians using evidence-based approaches in a fun and engaging format.

How are the workshops different from individual therapy?

Workshops are group-based programs focused on skill development rather than individual therapeutic processing. They provide a structured, peer-supported environment where participants learn and practice skills together. For some children, workshops complement individual therapy; for others, they may be a helpful standalone option.

Are the workshops covered by insurance?

Coverage for group-based workshops varies by insurance plan. Contact our office at 734.323.4897 and your insurance provider to determine your specific benefits. We also accept out-of-pocket payment for all workshop programs.

Skill Builder Workshops for Kids & Teens

A YEAR IN POSTCARDS

Initial Session (In-Person)
October 22, 2026, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Location: Galvin Growth Group

For all adults.

What if we thought of our lives as a personal journey, with moments worth noticing along the way?

A Year in Postcards offers a relaxed evening to step away from everyday busyness and reflect on your life by creating visual snapshots of your own travels around the sun. Through postcard-sized works of art, you’ll capture experiences, emotions, memories, and
everyday moments that might otherwise pass by unnoticed.

There’s a reason we’re bringing art into a psychology practice. Creative expression can provide another way to explore thoughts and emotions, process meaningful experiences, reduce stress, and make space for reflection. Co-facilitated by a Professional Artist/Art Educator and Psychologist, this experience brings together the creative process and the psychological benefits of slowing down, reflecting, and expressing ourselves in new ways.

Guided reflection, supportive conversation, and creative prompts will help you turn your experiences into something personal and meaningful. Your postcards might be colorful or simple, abstract or detailed, thoughtful or playful. No artistic experience is required, and there is no expectation for what your work should look like.

And we’re making it easy to keep creating long after the evening ends. Each participant will receive a curated set of art supplies for their Year in Postcards, giving you everything you need to begin and continue building your own postcard collection throughout the year. There will also be opportunities for continued inspiration and connection for those who want them.

Enjoy handcrafted mocktails and small bites while you create, reflect, and connect in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

Sometimes making space to create also gives us space to notice.

$80 for the initial session where participant will learn how to make their own postcards to capture moments throughout the year.

EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING PARENT LAB

Saturdays 1:30-2:30 p.m.

September 12, September 19, September 26 and October 4

Location: 12 Oaks Pediatrics

for all parents/guardians interested in learning about how to promote the development of executive skills in their children

Executive functioning skills are important tools for success in school and in life. This group will provide parents with information about executive functioning skills and how to nurture development of these skills in our children. Together we will explore expert recommendations and practical tips to support our children’s organization, time management, task initiation, persistence, and problem-solving abilities. Parents will have the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and learn from one another through lively discussions. Each session will cover new topics, parallel to what is being covered in the middle and high school student groups.

LEARN. CONNECT. BUILD.

Learn. Connect. Build.: A Social Skills Series for Kids

Growing confident kids happens through connection, play, and practice. This four-week social skills series, offered in partnership with Northville Youth Network, gives 3rd–5th graders a supportive space to build friendship and communication skills, navigate social situations with confidence, and strengthen cooperation, flexibility, and empathy — all through a blend of explicit instruction and guided play.

Each 90-minute session is facilitated by licensed psychologists, with a parent review at the end of every meeting so families stay connected to what their child is learning.

Thursdays, October 1, 8, 15, & 22 | 6:00–7:30 PM
Program Fee: $240 (need-based scholarships available)

Questions? Reach out to youthnetwork@northvilletownshipmi.gov.

AFFIRMING THE MOSAIC

Affirming the Mosaic

Mondays 7:30-8:30 p.m.
8 sessions beginning September 28th

Facilitated by Kathleen O’Shea, PhD, LP & Abirami Suthan, MS, TLLP

A support and processing space for curious teens, ages 14–17 grades .

Being a teen can be complex — exploring your identity, finding belonging, and navigating systems that don’t always feel affirming can bring up big questions and emotions. Affirming the Mosaic offers an 8-week supportive group where high school students (grades 9–12) queer, trans, or related identities can connect, learn, and grow together.

Through discussion, activities, and psychoeducation, participants will:

Build community with peers who share and celebrate diverse identities
Learn about mental health, pride, and resilience
Develop tools for navigating relationships, identity, and self-expression

THE NEUROGRAPHIC ART GROUP

October 23rd 6:30-8pm with Ice Cream Social to follow

Location: Galvin Growth Group

Middle school and high school students

The Neurographic Art Group for Kids is designed for middle school students and older who would benefit from a creative way to feel more centered, grounded, and present. Through guided art activities, participants will use creativity to work through feelings, express themselves, manage everyday stressors, organize their thoughts, and regain focus when life feels overwhelming. This supportive, artist-led group helps participants build practical coping and calming strategies they can use at home, at school, and in daily life. No previous art experience is needed.

$60

FOCUS LAB

Saturdays 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

September 12, September 19, September 26, and October 4

Location: 12 Oaks Pediatrics

Middle/High school age students who are interested in developing their executive skills for managing school and life.

In this fun group, children and teens will learn together about valuable executive skills that will help them tackle the increasing demands of school and life! Each week will feature new topics, parallel to what is being covered in the parent group. Topics will include: Planning and Prioritizing, Time Management, Organization, Task Initiation, Effective Study Habits, Flexibility, Motivation, Working Toward Goals, Emotional Regulation, Growth Mindset, and more! They will explore new ideas and develop skills through interactive activities and engaging discussion.

A group for parents looking to support the executive functioning skills of their student will run concurrently. (Participation in both is optional).