Online Therapeutic Gaming Group for Teens

Who

High school students ages 14-18 who have an interest in playing longform campaign-style group games like D&D. All group members must have access to a laptop or desktop computer that has high speed internet, a camera and microphone, and ability to use the website Roll 20 while on a zoom video call.

What

Do you struggle to interact with others? Does talking to people involve more anxiety than enjoyment? Join us for “The Curse of Human Interaction”, a Dungeons & Dragons-themed narrative and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) social anxiety group. You will learn social and coping skills through an RPG (Role-Playing Game) adventure, unearthing ancient mysteries as you create a character that embodies your own strengths and opportunities for improving your social life. This group will support the mental health of group members through healthy social connections, conversation, and teamwork.

When

This group is will take place on Wednesdays from 6:00 – 7:30pm from January 22 – March 19, 2025.

Where

This is a virtual group that will be using zoom and Roll 20. Instructions will be emailed on how to access both of these.

Why

The purpose of this group is to provide a safe place for teens to make social connections while working on skills like emotional regulation, planning, and perspective-taking.

How

Please email Ellie, our Client Care Coordinator, at [email protected] or call 763.913.8261 to inquire about this group and be added to a waitlist for future therapeutic gaming groups for teens.

Therapist

Vaughn (Paradise) Foster, LPCC

Fees

Group cost is $50 for the group intake and per group session and includes materials. Sliding fee available; inquire with therapist. Superbills are provided for all group members and are particularly helpful for those who would like to submit to HSA, flex accounts, or insurance providers for out-of-network reimbursement. Therapist may be able to electronically submit out of network insurance claims if requested following payment.