Who
Students from 7th to 12th grade who are curious about using humor as a way to express themselves, process feelings, and connect with others. This group is appropriate for youth navigating stress, anxiety, or social challenges who enjoy creative expression and want to build confidence in a supportive, playful space.
What
Participants will engage in a mix of guided comedy writing, group sharing, and improv activities to explore emotions and learn to cope with new experiences. Each session will focus on a theme co-determined by group members and therapist (e.g., self-image, friendships, family dynamics, resilience) and use humor to approach it from multiple angles. Teens will learn comedic techniques such as storytelling, exaggeration, character work, and joke timing and practice using them to better understand themselves and connect with others. Group norms will emphasize respect, inclusion, and emotional safety so everyone can be themselves and have fun.
When
This group will meet over 8 Saturdays from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm from March 28 – May 9, 2026.
Where
Sentier Psychotherapy
475 Cleveland Ave. N.
Suite 103
St. Paul, MN 55104
Located in the Merriam Park neighborhood of St. Paul, which is part of the Creative Enterprise Zone. Our office is on the main level of the Ivy League Place building.
Why
Laughter can be a bridge to emotional openness. The group gives teens a creative and engaging space to explore feelings, develop coping tools, and build social connections while experiencing the joy of comedy. By reframing challenges through humor, participants gain perspective, resilience, and confidence they can use in other areas of their lives.
How
To inquire about the group, email Sarah at sjohnson@sentiertherapy.com
Group facilitator
Fees
Group cost is $75 for screening and per group session. Sliding fee available, please inquire with therapist. Superbills are provided for all group members and are particularly helpful for those who would like to submit to HSA or flex accounts. Therapist can submit out-of-network insurance claims to most insurance providers, if requested following payment.
| Future Teen Comedy Groups | Dates |
|---|---|
Summer 2026 | Dates TBD |
