Art of Youth Circle Facilitation - Spring 2025 / VIRTUAL

Are you passionate about supporting youth and empowering them to find their voice? Teen Talking Circles™ offers a safe, judgment-free space where teens can express themselves authentically, connect deeply with peers, and develop vital emotional and relational skills.

For over 25 years, Teen Talking Circles™ has been at the forefront of youth empowerment, guiding teens through transformational conversations. We’ve seen firsthand the incredible impact these circles have — helping teens build confidence, agency, and a sense of belonging. In our circles, youth experience real connection that bridges isolation, fosters mental well-being, and nurtures long-term resilience.

Did you know that studies show youth who have just one supportive adult connection experience a dramatic reduction in suicide rates and improved mental health well into adulthood? That’s the power of authentic relationships.

Now, we’re making it easier than ever to get involved! We offer virtual facilitator trainings that equip adults with the tools to lead circles with skill, compassion, and integrity. Our evidence-based methods ensure that facilitators are well-prepared to create sacred spaces where teens can learn, heal, and thrive.

• Core Competencies: 19 hours
• Resource Development: 8.5 hours

• Experience being part of a circle and understand its value to youth.
• Learn foundational facilitation practices, including the facilitator's role, creating a safe container, handling risky behaviors, youth mental health, addressing tough topics, resolving conflict, and speaking and listening from the heart.
• Practice skills to support risky behaviors, challenges, and mental health issues in teens.
• Gain insights into the developmental stages of teens and how best to support them.
• Explore techniques for engaging and supporting youth and their families.
• Reflect on your own teen years and how they shape your approach.
• Become part of a global community of facilitators who meet regularly.
• Enjoy lifetime entry into the Teen Talking Circles™ community of support, available throughout your facilitation journey.

To participate, you’ll need a computer with Zoom and video capability, reliable internet, and a quiet, private space. Please ensure you have Zoom version 5.18 or above—phones are not suitable for this training.

Creating Sacred Space: We ask that you commit to uninterrupted time during the sessions, as we foster a deeply connective and respectful space for learning. If you’re unable to set aside intentional, focused time, please reach out, and we can discuss other training options.

Pricing Options: We offer tiered pricing to accommodate different resource levels. For more details, please contact us at [email protected].

Commitment: Although sessions are recorded for those who may miss a class, it's important to attend each session live to maintain the integrity of the experience. If you anticipate missing more than one session, please contact us to learn about future training opportunities.

Broad Applicability: While the primary goal of this training is to serve youth, the tools and skills you’ll gain are versatile and can be used to facilitate circles with individuals of all ages.

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Teen Talking Circles acknowledges that we are on the unceded, ancestral lands of the first peoples of Seattle, the Duwamish & the Suquamish People past and present, and honor with gratitude the land itself and the Duwamish and Suquamish Tribes. A people that are still here, continuing to honor and bring to light their ancient heritages.

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