Group Therapy & Programs
Growth Happens Outside the Office.
Our group programs bring evidence-based psychotherapy into the calm of a working farm. Led by Registered Psychotherapist Jenny Schroeder, each program meets people where they are, using nature, animals, and creative Group Therapy at Hope Valley: Connection, Growth, and Healing in Natureto make real growth feel safe and unhurried.
Upcoming Programs
Roots and Wings series
Roots and Wings is a series of four-week mini programs for children and youth, designed to build resilience, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
Through nature-based, experiential, and animal-assisted activities, participants explore self-esteem, friendship skills, emotional regulation, emotional intelligence, coping with anxiety, and more.
Each group is led by Registered Psychotherapist Jenny Schroeder and co-facilitated by a trained staff, with a maximum of 4 participants so every child receives personalized support in a safe and nurturing environment.
Featured: Sprouts (Grades 3 to 5)
A nature-based, experiential, and animal-assisted psychotherapy group for children experiencing anxiety.
Sprouts is a small-group psychotherapy program created to help children in grades 3 to 5 (2026/2027 school year) develop the skills they need to manage big emotions, build confidence, and thrive. Rooted in evidence-based practice, it combines nature-based psychotherapy, experiential therapy, animal-assisted psychotherapy, play therapy, and creative arts to support emotional growth and resilience.
The program is informed by the research of Dr. Mary Alvord, whose work on child resilience emphasizes social competence, emotional self-regulation, problem-solving, optimism, and adaptive coping. Each session is designed to help children build resilience while gently working with common challenges like worry, avoidance, perfectionism, self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, and stress.
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Program: Sprouts
Grades: 3 to 5 in the 2026/2027 school year
Group size: maximum 4 participants
Dates: August 13, 20, 27, and September 3
Time: Thursdays, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Session length: 2 hours
Location: primarily outdoors in a nature-based setting at the clinic address
Facilitator: Jenny Schroeder, Registered Psychotherapist
Program fee: $125 per session
Commitment: registration includes the full four-week mini-series. Children are asked to attend all four sessions to support group cohesion, skill development, and therapeutic progress.
Insurance: services may be eligible for reimbursement through health benefit plans that cover registered psychotherapy. Email to confirm coverage.
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Families reach out to Jenny first, so she can make sure the program is the right fit for your child. Email jenny@hopevalleypsychotherapy.ca to start.
Brave Blossoms (girls in Grades 5 to 7)
Brave Blossoms is a 4-week resilience program designed to support preteens as they navigate the important social and emotional changes of early adolescence. Grounded in research and informed by the work of child and adolescent psychologist Dr. Ann Vernon, this small-group program helps participants develop the confidence, self-awareness, and relationship skills they need to thrive.
Through engaging, nature-based, experiential, and animal-assisted activities, participants will explore age-appropriate topics including:
Understanding and respecting emotions
Building a positive sense of self and healthy self-image
Navigating peer pressure with confidence
Developing meaningful, healthy friendships
Strengthening communication and problem-solving skills
Building resilience and emotional well-being
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Program: Brave Blossoms
Grades 5 to 7 (girls) in the 2026/2027 school year
Group size: maximum 4 participants
Dates: August 13, 20, 27, and September 3
Time: Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Session length: 2 hours
Location: primarily outdoors in a nature-based setting at the clinic address
Facilitator: Jenny Schroeder, Registered Psychotherapist
Program fee: $125 per session
Commitment: registration includes the full four-week mini-series. Children are asked to attend all four sessions to support group cohesion, skill development, and therapeutic progress.
Insurance: services may be eligible for reimbursement through health benefit plans that cover registered psychotherapy. Email to confirm coverage.
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Families reach out to Jenny first, so she can make sure the program is the right fit for your child. Email jenny@hopevalleypsychotherapy.ca to start.
Trailblazers (Grades 5 to 7)
A Roots and Wings program that tackles resiliency-specific topics commonly found in this age group.
Children learn best through experience. In Trailblazers, participants spend most of each session outdoors, engaging with nature, animals, and therapeutic activities that build emotional awareness, self-regulation, confidence, and connection. Through hands-on experiences, guided reflection, play, and creative expression, children develop practical coping strategies they can use in everyday life. Running this September 2026 (dates TBA). More information to come!
Program details:
Grades: 5 to 7 in the 2026/2027 school year
Group size: maximum 4 participants
Facilitator: Jenny Schroeder, Registered Psychotherapist
Dates, time, and program fee: TBA
Bright Blooms (girls in Grades 3 to 5)
A Roots and Wings program aimed at helping each child discover inner strength, healthy relationships, and emotional intelligence. Running this September 2026. Dates TBA. Stay tuned for more information!
Program details:
Grades: 3 to 5 (girls) in the 2026/2027 school year
Group size: maximum 4 participants
Facilitator: Jenny Schroeder, Registered Psychotherapist
Dates, time, and program fee: TBA
The Mother Grove: Nurturing New Beginnings
A nature-based therapeutic series for new mothers.
Motherhood can be both beautiful and challenging. The Mother Grove is a four-week therapeutic group created to support new mothers through the emotional, relational, and developmental changes of the postpartum period. Led by Registered Psychotherapist Jenny Schroeder, each session blends psychoeducation, guided discussion, peer connection, and therapeutic support within the calming environment of nature. Every gathering offers a chance to learn evidence-based strategies, connect with other mothers facing similar challenges, and build confidence in your journey through early parenthood.
What we explore together:
Understanding postpartum depression and anxiety, including signs, symptoms, and practical coping strategies
Nurturing secure attachment and connection with your baby
Caring for your own emotional wellbeing during the transition to motherhood
Strengthening relationships with partners, family, and other important supports
Building community, resilience, and a sustainable support network
Each gathering includes psycho-educational content, facilitated discussion, reflective activities, and informal connection with other mothers, all while immersed in the benefits of the natural world.
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Dates: August 14, 21, 28, and September 4
Time: Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Facilitator: Jenny Schroeder, Registered Psychotherapist
Program fee: $125 per session
Insurance: participants with health benefits that include Registered Psychotherapy services may be eligible for reimbursement. Reach out for more on coverage.
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Families reach out to Jenny first, so she can make sure the program is the right fit for your child. Email jenny@hopevalleypsychotherapy.ca to start.
Program Leadership
Our group programs are led by Jenny Schroeder, Registered Psychotherapist, who brings nature-based and experiential care to every group. Jenny creates a warm, unhurried space where children, mothers, and adults can feel safe enough to grow.
Ready to Get Started?
Embark on a transformative journey with our programs designed to foster growth and well-being. We invite you to stay connected and be the first to know about upcoming programs that can make a positive impact on your life.
515817 Eleventh Line, East Zorra-Tavistock, Ontario
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