October 2026 Distress Tolerance Workshop for Youth
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Distress Tolerance Workshop for Youth
Who is this workshop for?
Who is this workshop for?
Who is this workshop for?
- Youth ages 12–16
- Youth wanting more tools for stress, big emotions, impulsive reactions & difficult moments
- No diagnosis or previous therapy required
- Can complement individual therapy focused on emotional regulation, anxiety, coping & distress tolerance
- All youth and families are welcome — with a culturally responsive and respectful approach to diverse identities, backgrounds and family experiences
Screening process
Who is this workshop for?
Who is this workshop for?
- Yes — a brief intake and screening is completed before registration is finalized
- Helps ensure the workshop is a safe and appropriate level of support
- Identifies any accommodations or considerations that may support participation
- If another service may be a better fit, this will be discussed with the parent/caregiver
Privacy & Confidentiality
Privacy & Confidentiality
Privacy & Confidentiality
- A receipt will be provided under Jola Mecani, MSW, RSW (Registered Social Worker)
- Some insurance plans may cover Registered Social Work services
- Coverage for group or psychoeducational services varies by plan
- Families are encouraged to confirm coverage with their insurer before registering
- Reimbursement cannot be guaranteed by A to Z Psychotherapy
Insurance Coverage
Privacy & Confidentiality
Privacy & Confidentiality
- A receipt will be provided under Jola Mecani, MSW, RSW (Registered Social Worker)
- Some insurance plans may cover Registered Social Work services
- Coverage for group or psychoeducational services varies by plan
- Families are encouraged to confirm coverage with their insurer before registering
- Reimbursement cannot be guaranteed by A to Z Psychotherapy
Meet Your Facilitator
Jola Mecani, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker & Psychotherapist
Founder, A to Z Psychotherapy
Jola is a Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist with a Master of Social Work (MSW) and three years of direct experience supporting youth mental health and developing and facilitating youth-focused programming and groups.
Her work with young people is grounded in creating spaces that are warm, engaging, culturally responsive and practical. She believes that young people benefit from understanding why their minds and bodies respond the way they do, while also having concrete skills they can actually use when emotions become difficult to manage.
Jola has completed specialized professional training relevant to working with children and adolescents, including:
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Training for Children and Adolescents — Dr. Jean Eich
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) — Dr. Lane Pederson
- Childhood Brain Development — The Institute of Child Psychology
- Emotional Identification & Regulation in Play Therapy — The Institute of Child Psychology
During the workshop, Jola combines DBT skills education with experiential activities, movement, discussion and practical application. The emphasis is not on expecting youth to disclose personal information or “perform” in a therapy group, but on providing a supportive environment where they can learn, experiment with new strategies and discover which tools work best for them.
