Body Image and Self-Esteem Group

This once weekly group is designed for teens who are struggling with poor body image and low self-esteem. It will use an eclectic and multifaceted approach to achieve the following goals: * Improved awareness around/resilience against negative influences of culture/social media * Resilience against social pressures in school/peer environment * Increased knowledge and acceptance of self as a whole person * Identification of distorted thought patterns and development of healthier thinking * Education around healthy, balanced self-care * Nutrition education built around the principles of intuitive eating * Reciprocal peer support and building of a positive self-image through group interactions *