Transition Year Parent Group

Who

This group is for parents whose children are leaving home for the first time to attend college.

What

This is a monthly support group for parents going through transitions during the first year of their children leaving home for college.

When

This 10-session group meets once per month on Tuesdays starting August 2025.

Where

Sentier Psychotherapy

670 Cleveland Ave. S.
St. Paul, MN 55116

Located in the Highland Park neighborhood above Highgrove Dental, next to CorePower Yoga, and across the street from Cecil’s Deli.

Why

When children leave home for college, parents also go through big changes, and it is valuable to spend dedicated time with other people who get it. This group aims to provide peer support around the transitions in the household and in parents’ own shifting identities. Transition Year for Parents will also utilize research-based resources to address how to maintain appropriate boundaries with college students in support of their own mental health during this big first year.

How

If you are interested in participating in this group, please email our Client Care Coordinator at [email protected].

Group Facilitator

Sarah Souder Johnson, MEd, LPCC

Fees

Group cost is $50 for screening session and per group session. Sliding fee available. 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 submit out of network insurance claims if requested following payment.