Confident Kids
Resilience Skill Building Groups
Our program empowers children Kindergarten thru 5th grade with essential life skills that go beyond the classroom. They learn to navigate big emotions, identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts, connect with peers, and build resilience to face life's challenges with confidence.
**More details on our groups below. **
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Why Join the Confident Kids Group?
Confident Kids is more than just a kids group—it’s a supportive, science-backed experience designed to help children grow socially and emotionally in ways that stick.
In-Person Connection in Portland, Oregon
Our in-person sessions, held in our office located in NW Portland, Oregon, provide a valuable opportunity for children to engage face-to-face with peers and clinicians in a supportive environment. These sessions cultivate a strong sense of community and belonging, enabling children to practice social skills and form meaningful relationships.
Science Backed Program, Skills Built for Life
Confident Kids is grounded in the latest research in child psychology and education. Our program incorporates evidence-based tools—including strategies from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and self-compassion practices— to build emotional intelligence, resilience, and social skills in children.
To support continued growth at home, families receive practical follow-through recommendations and a binder filled with handouts and learning tools.
Facilitated by Child Mental Health Experts
Our sessions are led by experienced child mental health experts who are passionate about helping children thrive. Our facilitators bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to each session, ensuring every child receives the guidance and support they need.
A Safe Space and Supportive Environment
At Confident Kids, our clinicians prioritize creating a safe and welcoming space for all. Our facilitators are trained to foster an atmosphere of trust and respect, encouraging children to share their thoughts and feelings openly. We adhere to strict safety protocols and confidentiality measures to ensure that every child feels protected and valued in our program.
Whats the best that could happen?
Group Details
Groups are private pay, insurance is not accepted. Super bills are available for those with out-of-network benefits.
Kindergarten-2nd grade
Fridays 4-5pm| NW Portland Office
Dates: Fall 2026 (Dates TBD)
Fee: $360 (6 week session)
3rd - 5th grade
Fridays 5:30-6:30p| NW Portland Office
Dates: Fall 2026 (Dates TBD)
Fee: $360 (6 week session)
FACILITATORS
What to Expect
Week 2: Thoughts
Kids develop an awareness of their own thinking and the power they have to shift their thoughts to become more flexible and better able to cope.
Week 1: Emotions
Kids understand the crucial role emotions play in our lives. We explore how our feelings connect to our actions and responses in everyday situations.
Week 3: Actions/Behaviors
Kids practice recognizing the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. They learn about the importance of this relationship and how it can impact their ability to manage every day stressors.
Week 4: Coping Strategies
Using concepts like mindfulness and self-soothing strategies, kids discover healthy coping tools to manage their emotions and stress with confidence.
Week 5: Mindset
Kids learn about mindsets that change how they relate to stress, as well as increase their potential for academic and personal success.
Week 6: Friendship
By exploring empathy, communication skills, and self-compassion, kids learn how to build and keep healthy friendships while also being a friend to themselves.
Support From Home
Your involvement matters. When parents are engaged, kids make even more meaningful progress—which is why we keep you closely connected throughout the group. After each session, you’ll receive a detailed recap email highlighting what your child learned, along with practical tips and resources to help you reinforce those skills at home. In our final session, parents are invited to join a brief presentation reviewing the key tools from our Confident Kids binder (provided to every family). It’s a valuable opportunity to ask questions, celebrate your child’s growth, and feel confident continuing the learning together.
$60 per session
$100 deposit at registration.
Total group billed upon first session.
Above Pricing for Fall/Winter/Spring.
*Don’t have time for a 6 week program check out our summer intensives
Group Participation Disclaimer
We want to ensure the best experience for all our participants. To run a group, we require at least 4 participants. We will decide whether the group will proceed a week before the start date and will inform families accordingly. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at clinic@raisingbravekids.com. We're here to help!
FAQs
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50 minutes
Total commitment of 6 weeks
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$60 per group therapy session
Total Cost: $360 (6 sessions)
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Complete the Interest Form by CLICKING HERE to add your child.
When enrollment opens (1 month prior to start) we will send you a link to briefly connect for a 15 min intake call
If we determine together that group is a fit you at the conclusion of our call you will be invited to reserve your spot with a deposit or pay for the group in full at that time.
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We have open enrollment for Fall, & Spring.
For Summer we offer a condensed version of the program in a 3 day intensive.
We require at least 4 children to run a group. If enrollment is low you will be placed on our waitlist for following enrollment endless indicate otherwise.
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They should make every effort to arrive on time. If they are slightly late, their facilitator will update your child on any important information they missed. Your child will still be able to participate in the remaining part of the session.
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Please note that the group fee is not prorated for any absences, whether they are planned or unplanned, and no refunds will be provided for missed sessions due to the limited number of participating students and families.
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Our Confident Kids groups are not able to accomodate children not already enrolled in Kindergarten as w developmental milestones are needed in order to be a good fit for this program.
We do offer a one day Parent & Child Workshop that is appropriate for children 4-8 years old. Please contact us at clinic@raisingbravekids.com to be added to the interest list.
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We have two groups
1) Kindergarten through 2nd grade
2) 3rd grade through 5th grade.
We hope to offer teen groups in the future.
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We keep our groups small. 4-8 kids. Ratio 1 Adult to 4 Kids
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Each child is provided with a binder of skills learned and our favorite resources
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We generally discourage placing siblings in the same group as we find dynamics can be challenging and may impact your child’s learning.
However, we are happy to chat further about fit at our initial group intake call.
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Yes, we welcome you to consider our child therapy services and parent support to ensure continuous growth and development. Additionally, we are happy to provide trusted referrals upon request.
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Not at this time but subscribe to our newsletter for updates as we hope to in the near future.
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This is a support and educational skills group thus is not elidible for reimbursement. We do not provide a diagnosis or superbills.
Were equipping children with the skills they need to grow into confident, capable adults.
