CHICK THERAPY
Who We Are
We Are All Things Therapeutic. We Pour Into Each Other.
CHICK Therapy is a non-profit organization that brings women and girls together who are going through or have gone through similar experiences.
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We offer both women and girls various support groups allowing for an opportunity to share and often exchange personal experiences and feelings, coping strategies, or outlooks on where they are in life.
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Often times those with a confident exterior can be hiding a painful inner secret. For many people, a support group may fill a gap between medical treatment and the need for emotional support.
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A person's relationship with a doctor or other medical personnel may not provide adequate emotional support, and a person's family and friends may not understand the impact of a disease or treatment. A support group among people with shared experiences may function as a bridge between medical and emotional needs.
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We form strong and successful relationships and partnerships within our group, and are proud of the heights we reach together.
While CHICK Therapy supports all women from all walks of life, as an African American woman or girl, it can sometimes be hard to feel like you’re seen, heard, and supported. Depending on where you live, you might even feel like you’re discriminated against or treated differently because of your identity.
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Whether it’s at work, in a group, or even in a school setting, it’s important to have a circle of emotional support.
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Thankfully, no matter how frustrating and lonely things can feel at times, there are resources you can rely on to find the support you deserve so you can surround yourself with the right people who build you up, rather than tear you down.
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Sometimes, friend groups can seem unsupportive simply because they aren’t well-versed in the inequalities that can occur for people of color.
Unfortunately, that can lead to ignorant comments or assumptions that end up hurting and making you feel worse.
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If you already have a strong friend group, but need their support, start by educating them on your experiences. Share your pain and let them know your needs.
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If finding consistent emotional support isn’t easy in your area, or you’re struggling with loneliness or feeling misunderstood, don’t hesitate to reach out for professional help.
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It is Easier to Build Strong Girls Than it is to Repair Broken Women!
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CHICK Therapy motivates, inspires, empowers and guides young girls towards an understanding of their value. We strive to uncover their hidden or unknown gifts and talents leading them to the discovery of their life's passion.
CHICK Therapy provides a powerful leadership program, designed for girls of all ages.
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CHICK Therapy is a program designed to teach girls the skills they need to become leaders in their schools, communities, and beyond. With our facilitator guides, you can easily implement our program in your school and watch your students flourish.
Our facilitator can either be onsite or provide the necessary tools needed to provide personnel with everything needed to run a successful in-house program smoothly and effectively. Tools include lesson plans, activities, and discussion prompts that are specifically tailored to the needs of young girls. With our guides, you can feel confident that you're providing your students with the support and guidance they need to become the leaders of tomorrow.
The CHICK Therapy program is based on the idea that every girl has the potential to be a fearless leader, regardless of her background or experiences. Through our program, girls will learn important skills like communication, problem-solving, and decision-making, as well as the confidence they need to put those skills into practice.
By participating in CHICK Therapy, girls will develop a sense of empowerment and a belief in their own abilities. They'll learn to identify their strengths and weaknesses, and to use those insights to become better leaders. And most importantly, they'll learn to support and encourage each other, building a community of strong, confident young women.
Children need models rather than critics.
We are modern day missionaries of sorts. ~Shawnie Bennett, Vice President
You Have to Be Able to Feel in Order to Heal
Our sisterhood is amazing. To see us in action growing, glowing and healing together has been something kind of wonderful! God is moving.
~Twyla Cook, Deputy Director
CHICK Therapy nonprofit is a women-led organization that is dedicated to supporting and mentoring girls of all ages. We believe that girls have the potential to achieve greatness, but oftentimes face unique challenges and barriers that may hinder their growth and development.
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Our organization is focused on providing a safe and empowering space for girls to explore their identities, build self-esteem, develop life skills, and pursue their passions. We understand that each girl is unique and therefore tailor our programs and mentoring approaches to meet their individual needs and interests.
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Our team of dedicated and compassionate female mentors are selected based on their expertise, experience, and commitment to uplifting and empowering young girls. These mentors act as positive role models, providing guidance, support, and encouragement to the mentees. Through one-on-one mentoring relationships, group workshops, and community events, we aim to foster a sense of belonging, resilience, and confidence in the girls we serve.
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Our programs cover a wide range of topics including self-care, body positivity, healthy relationships, leadership development, career exploration, and academic support. We also collaborate with other local organizations, schools, and community leaders to expand our reach and provide comprehensive resources and opportunities for the girls.
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At CHICK Therapy, we firmly believe that investing in girls' success and well-being will not only positively impact their lives but also contribute to building stronger families, communities, and societies at large. By supporting and mentoring girls of all ages, we strive to create a future where every girl is empowered, celebrated, and equipped with the skills and confidence to achieve their dreams.
It hurts because you are laboring.
It is time to give birth to your pain!
Is a Support Group Right For You?
If you long to connect with other women in a deeper way, you're in the right place.
Live
Love
Laugh
Maybe you’re tired of small talk and hungry for real talk; longing to touch something deeper within you or sort through the unspoken rules about what you’re supposed to be feeling, thinking and doing as a woman today.
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You might also be navigating through life transitions and changes. You’d love to connect and share with other women who are experiencing this too. But it's hard to know where to turn or how to find others like you. There is a safe place for you here, where you can be yourself and be real.
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Within CHICK Therapy, you'll experience the kind of encouragement that inspires you and brings you back to your own deep wisdom and true self.
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With a small, intimate group of like-minded women, you’ll find the community you crave.
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Go beyond small talk and get to know other women
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Peel away layers of expectations and should's
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Feel grounded and supported during life transitions
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Know yourself better and feel free to be who you are
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Nurture and nourish yourself through connectivity with other women
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Light up your imagination, confidence and inner strength
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Share your gifts, and open up to receive other women's gifts
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Claim what matters most and create a life in harmony with it
“I have met myself and I am going to care for her fiercely.”
~Glennon Doyle
HEAL THE ROOT, SO THE TREE IS STABLE
MOTHER TO DAUGHTER
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GENERATION
TO
GENERATION
Everything I do, I do for my ancestors
Whose blood runs through my veins, whose
stories unfold
In the tales of old, their struggles and strife
Their legacy, a flame that burns, past life
Their sacrifices, their tears, their sweat and their toil
Have paved the way for me, a path to soil
I walk upon, with every step I take
Honoring their memories, for my own sake
Everything I do, I do for my legacy too
The mark I leave behind, the impact anew
I strive to make a difference, to shine so bright
To be a beacon of hope, in the dark of night
I work hard every day, to make them proud
To make a name for myself, to wear the crown
Of being a descendant, of those who came before
Who fought and died for freedom, for a life more
Their legacy is mine, their stories are my own
I carry them with me, wherever I roam
In every breath I take, in every step I make
I am connected to them, in a bond that's unbreakable
So everything I do, I do for my ancestors and my legacy too
To honor their memory, to make a mark that's true
To leave behind a piece of me, to show what I'm
made of
And to ensure that their stories are never forgotten
QUEENDOM
