“Developing a Better Today” is a sixteen-session therapy group for teens (ages 14-19) struggling with emotional and interpersonal problems. This ongoing group is designed to develop skills that improve everyday functioning.

The group is based on the dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) model. The focus is on balancing change and acceptance in order to make a “life worth living.”

Teens learn hands-on skills to develop their ability to solve interpersonal problems effectively, to self-regulate their thoughts and emotions, and to tolerate stress in life without impulsive, destructive behavior...

“Developing a Better Today” is a sixteen-session therapy group for teens (ages 14-19) struggling with emotional and interpersonal problems. This ongoing group is designed to develop skills that improve everyday functioning.

The group is based on the dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) model. The focus is on balancing change and acceptance in order to make a “life worth living.”

Teens learn hands-on skills to develop their ability to solve interpersonal problems effectively, to self-regulate their thoughts and emotions, and to tolerate stress in life without impulsive, destructive behavior. The group is ongoing, and new clients are admitted approximately every 5 weeks. Clients must be involved in individual therapy while they are enrolled in this group. Insurance is accepted and a sliding scale fee is available.

Who Would Benefit?

Teens who have difficulty with:

• Impulsivity
• Anger
• Mood swings
• Self-injurious/Suicidal behavior
• Interpersonal conflicts

Our Group Schedules

Mondays 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
Heartland Family Service Central Office
2101 S. 42nd St., Omaha, 68105
Facilitator is Teresa Lenzen – Call (402) 552-7472

Mondays 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Heartland Family Service Sarpy Office
302 American Pkwy., Papillion, 68046
Facilitator is Kate Nicolarsen – Call (402) 552-7064

Wednesdays 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
Heartland Family Service West Office
11211 Davenport St., Omaha, 68154
Facilitator is Jeff Krenzer – Call (402) 552-7006

New groups are forming soon! Seize this opportunity to help a teen gain the skills needed to achieve a happy, healthy life. Call to learn more, or to refer a teen to our groups.