Groups for Teens
A Safe Place for Teens to Grieve and be Understood
Supporting a grieving teen can feel overwhelming. Many teens struggle to express their feelings at home, even when they deeply need support. CBC teen groups provide a trusted space where adolescents can process grief alongside peers, while caregivers gain peace of mind knowing their teen is supported by professionals.
Parents and caregivers are not expected to "fix" their teen’s grief. Our role is to walk alongside your family and normalize the grief experience.
Who Our Teen Groups Are For
Our teen grief support groups are open to middle school and high school students who have experienced the loss of a loved one—whether the death was recent or occurred years ago. There is no “right timeline” for grief, and teens are welcome to join whenever they feel ready.
Teens may be grieving the loss of:
- A parent, caregiver, sibling, or other family member
- A close friend or loved one
- A loved one lost due to illness, accident, suicide, or homicide
Groups are:
- Free of charge
- Open-ended (teens decide how long they participate)
- Non-denominational, culturally responsive, and inclusive of all identities
What Teens Can Expect
Our teen groups focus on connection, expression, and healing—not pressure to “talk before they’re ready.” Teens are encouraged to participate at their own pace.
Each group is:
- Peer-based, allowing teens to connect with others their age
- Co-facilitated by licensed mental health professionals and trained volunteers
- Structured to balance conversation with creative and reflective activities
Activities may include:
- Guided group discussions
- Art and music-based expression
- Mindfulness and grounding exercises
- Remembrance activities, including candle-lighting ceremonies
Groups meet weekly in the evenings, year-round, and are currently offered via Zoom, making participation accessible and consistent.
Registration & Getting Started
Before joining a group, teens and caregivers attend a brief orientation to help us ensure the best group fit and to explain what to expect.
Registration is required and available year-round.
If you or a teen you care about could benefit from grief support:
Call: 888-988-5438
Email: support@childbereavement.org
Or complete our online registration form and a member of our team will contact you during business hours.
Calls are returned Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (excluding holidays).
Looking for a resource on how to talk to a grieving child? Click HERE!
ABOUT CBC
FREE | Compassionate | Peer-Based
At the Children’s Bereavement Center® (CBC), we provide free, ongoing grief support groups for teens who have experienced the death of a loved one. Our teen groups are designed to meet adolescents where they are—emotionally, socially, and developmentally—offering a safe space to share, listen, and connect with peers who truly understand.
CBC is proud to serve children, teens, and families, with adult support offered through our adult division, Lift From Loss®, so caregivers can receive support alongside their teens.
