At-Risk Youth-Defined Meditation Classes

Supporting Young People Through Challenges

I was once a troubled teen myself, which led to later struggles with addiction. Despite being raised in a loving home with supportive family members, I experienced trauma from outside sources that affected my path. I truly understand where you are in your life right now.

With my personal experience and certifications in Trauma, Compassion, and Mindfulness, I can help guide you toward a healthier future.

I have experience guiding group meditations in Intensive Outpatient Therapy programs and bring my services directly to you throughout Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties (other locations available with custom quote).

While I prefer face-to-face sessions due to the sensitive nature of youth work, online sessions are available by request.

Benefits of Meditation for Young People Facing Challenges

Meditation offers several important benefits for adolescents:

  • Develops awareness of emotions without being overwhelmed
  • Creates space between feelings and reactions, allowing better choices
  • Reduces intensity of anger, anxiety, and impulsive behaviors

Stress Reduction

  • Lowers cortisol levels and physiological stress markers
  • Activates the parasympathetic nervous system ("rest and digest")
  • Provides coping mechanisms during difficult situations

Improved Focus and Academic Performance

  • Strengthens attention span and concentration abilities
  • Enhances working memory capacity
  • Reduces school-related anxiety

Better Sleep Quality

  • Addresses insomnia and sleep disturbances common in troubled teens
  • Creates bedtime routines that signal the body to relax
  • Decreases racing thoughts that interfere with falling asleep

Enhanced Self-Awareness

  • Builds identity and self-concept during crucial developmental years
  • Increases mindfulness of thoughts without judgment
  • Fosters a sense of agency and control

Meditation programs specifically designed for teens have shown promising results in therapeutic, educational, and juvenile justice settings.

Sending you with loving Kindness

At-Risk Youth

The first 4 minutes is an introduction

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