Feeling Anxious About School? Here’s How Group Therapy Can Help You Feel More Confident and Connected
If the thought of going back to school makes your stomach turn, your heart race, or your mind spin with “what ifs,” you’re not alone. Whether you’re nervous about seeing people again, struggling to connect with friends, or feeling totally overwhelmed by social situations—there’s support for you.
You’re Not the Only One Who Feels This Way
So many teen girls report with:
Social anxiety that makes everyday moments—like saying hi in the hallway—feel intense
Worry about going to school, even if you’ve been there before
Feeling stressed about the first day back, class presentations, or trying out for sports
Trouble making new friends or keeping conversations going
Feeling alone, even when you’re surrounded by people
If any of this sounds familiar, please know: what you're feeling is real, and you're not "too sensitive" or "being dramatic." There are real skills you can learn that make this easier—and therapy is one of the best ways to get that support.
Here’s What You’ll Learn in Group Therapy
🧘 Coping Skills to Calm Anxiety
Easy-to-use tools like breathing exercises and grounding techniques that actually help when your anxiety feels out of control.
🎤 Strategies for Tough Situations
Support and confidence-building for things like presentations, the first day back to school, or trying out for a team.
💗 Understanding How Anxiety Shows Up in Your Body
Learn why your body feels the way it does when you’re anxious—and how to calm it down in the moment.
👯♀️ How to Be Socially Savvy (Without Faking It)
Learn how to start conversations, handle awkward moments, and create real friendships—without feeling like you have to be someone you’re not.
🛡️ Building Confidence and Emotional Resilience
Learn how to bounce back from tough moments, feel more secure in who you are, and stop being so hard on yourself.
Conclusion
If you’re feeling anxious about school or overwhelmed in social situations, therapy can be your space to breathe, reset, and grow. You don’t have to figure it all out on your own—and there’s nothing wrong with needing support.
You deserve to feel confident, connected, and like yourself again. Therapy can help you get there.
