YouthWell

Neighborhood Navigation Center
2025-09-24, 2025-09-22, 2025-09-17
Neighborhood Navigation Centers (NNCs) serve as a neighborhood-based one-stop shop for services for those experiencing homelessness.
The services provided include case management, food distribution, healthcare, hygiene and showers, mental health support, pet care, and more.
Each NNC site offers services on a different day of the week and at different times of the day, selected based on the needs of the target population.
NNC Sites…

Mondays 11am-2pm
Christ Lutheran Church – 6595 Covington Way, Goleta
Wednesdays 8am-10am
Santa Barbara Rescue Mission – 535 E Yanonali St. SB

Apples To Zucchini - 8wk Family Cooking Classes
2025-09-23 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Garden Street Academy, 2300 Garden St, Santa Barbara, 93105, United States
At Apples to Zucchini Cooking School we believe that sharing family dinners every week is an integral part of childhood. Working together with meal planning and cooking in the kitchen is where relationships are built and strengthened across generations. Cooking together is not only a way to model nutritious food choices, and build self-esteem, but is also just plain fun! We will surprise you each week with a new recipe. Discover ways you can involve children of all ages and come Cook Together and Eat Together.
WHEN: TUESDAYS, 6:00-7:30
WHERE: Garden Street Academy, 2300 Garden St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
COST: Adult – $40, ages 5-25 $25, kids under 5 – FREE
CONTACT: 805.214.1213

Parenting Together - Hybrid Support Group
2025-09-23 17:30 - 19:00 | Daniel Bryant Treatment Center, 1111 Garden Street (1st Floor), Santa Barbara, CA, 93102, United States
Weekly group classes are designed to help parents navigate the challenges of raising adolescents.
Participants can join a group at any time and will receive support from the class facilitator and other parents facing similar challenges. Will cover a broad range of parenting topics, including the philosophy of nurturing parenting, teens and alcohol, brain development and substance abuse, discipline, building empathy and self-worth, and positive ways to deal with stress and anger.
Tuesdays in English, offered [hybrid] in person AND on Zoom, from 5:30 – 7:00pm
To enroll or for more information, call (805) 456-1234
Or e-mail: ParentingTogether@cadasb.org

LGBTQ+ Youth Club - Fusion Academy
2025-09-23 16:00 - 17:30 | Fusion Academy, 510 State Street suite 200, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Join Fusion Academy for their bi-weekly LGBTQ+ Youth Club! All Santa Barbara County LGBTQ+ identifying teens grades 6-12th welcome. Meet other teens, share about your experience, learn from community resources and help build a safe, supportive and fun space!

WHEN: 2nd & 4th TUESDAYS each month from 4:00-5:30pm
[Aug 26, Sept 9, Sept 23, Oct 14, Oct 28, Nov 11, Dec 9)
WHERE: Fusion Academy Santa Barbara/510 State St STE 200, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
REGISTRATION: REQUIRED >

Hosted by Fusion Academy Santa Barbara, in partnership with Youthwell, Pacific Pride, and SBTAN.

Family Advocate Services in Carpinteria
2025-09-23 09:00 - 10:00 | Carp Connect, 941 Walnut Avenue, Carpinteria, 93103
Carp Connect’s Family Advocate Services Program:
All services are located at the CARP Connect Office: 941 Walnut Avenue on the ground floor of the Carp Veteran’s Building. Register at Carpinteria Health Clinic: 931 Walnut Avenue
Services are walk-in or on demand within the hours of 9:00AM-10:00AM every Tuesday.
For more information, contact 805-884-8440 or 805-262-7795

FREE ZOOM • Emotion Regulation 101: Science-Backed Skills for Everyday Life
2025-09-23 08:00 - 09:00 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Join Marc Brackett, Ph.D., founder of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of the best-selling book Permission to Feel and the new book, Dealing with Feelings, for an insightful and practical session on emotion regulation with The Mental Health Coalition.
In this webinar, Marc will break down what emotion regulation is (and is not) and why it is an essential skill for everyone.
You’ll learn how to recognize and respond to emotions in ways that strengthen your wellbeing, improve your relationships, and help you navigate daily challenges.
In this session, you’ll discover how to pause, reflect, and choose how you respond to even the most difficult emotions. While we can’t always control our environment, we can manage our reactions. Developing that skill can transform how we show up as parents, teachers, managers, partners, and friends.
You’ll leave with actionable, science-backed tools you can use every day to better manage your emotions and create a more balanced, connected, and intentional life.
📅 September 23 | 🕚 11:00–12:00 PM ET
✨ Free to join — register now: https://lnkd.in/ecT6VrKx

TeenWell Support Group [in-person]
2025-09-22 17:00 - 18:15 | OpenMinds, 1919 State St., Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Join our support group for incoming 9th-12th graders, where you’ll learn valuable skills to regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and improve relationships. This is a space to talk about and work through life problems and give and get support with peers and leaders who have you back. COMMITMENT: Min 4-weeks [New members may join at any time]
DATE/TIME: Mondays • 5:00PM-6:15PM • weekly
LOCATION: Attend in-person at OpenMinds, 1919 State St.
REGISTER> email: intake@openminds.clinic. call: 805.500.3131
If you miss the first group, you can still join!
Groups are free. Donations are encouraged and appreciated. Some insurances accepted.
If you have questions or comments, please email GROUPS@youthwell.org or call 805.770.1930 ext 103
Hosted by OpenMinds in collaboration with Youthwell.

Support Group for YOUTH of Addicted Family Members
2025-09-22 17:00 - 18:00 | Daniel Bryant Treatment Center, 1111 Garden Street (1st Floor), Santa Barbara, CA, 93102, United States
For Youth Ages 12 – 17.
Conducted in English and Spanish
Why Participate?
1) Learn: Youth will receive education around substance use and the disease of addiction.
2) Feel: Youth will develop positive feelings about themselves and how to cope with problems safely.
3) Connection: Youth will realize they are not alone and learn about different support systems available.
For more information, please contact: Diversion Programs Coordinator, Diana Garcia
Phone: (805)456-1229
Email: dgarcia@cadasb.org

Support Group for loved ones over age 18 [HYBRID] - Santa Maria
2025-09-22 12:00 - 14:00
For those seeking support who have a loved one over the age of 18.

WHEN: Mondays, 12pm-2pm
WHERE: ZOOM/ Transitions Mental-Health Association, 513 N. G Street, Lompoc AND 225 E. Inger Drive, Suite 101A, Santa Maria
REGISTRATION: Complete intake and release FORM>> to receive zoom link

—–ESPANOL—–
Para quienes buscan apoyo y tienen un ser querido mayor de 18 años.

CUÁNDO: Lunes, 12:00 p. m. a 2:00 p. m.
DÓNDE: ZOOM/Asociación de Salud Mental Transitions, 513 N. G Street Lompoc y 225 E. Inger Drive, Suite 101A, Santa Maria
INSCRIPCIÓN: Complete el formulario de admisión y autorización>> para recibir el enlace de Zoom

ParentConnect Support Group [hybrid] – YouthWell
2025-09-22 12:00 - 13:30 | IN-PERSON/YouthWell, 1528 Chapala St., Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Learn skills to effectively and compassionately support your child struggling with any type of mental health challenge while also setting boundaries, supporting siblings, and managing your own self-care.
This is a weekly, hybrid, drop-in support group and is intended for parents or caregivers of youth, ages 12-25. However, if your child is outside of this age range and struggling with a mental health challenge, please don’t hesitate to inquire to attend.
WHEN: Mondays, 12:00-1:30pm
WHERE: HYBRID — Zoom OR In-Person/1528 Chapala St, Suite 203, Santa Barbara
REGISTRATION: REQUIRED >
**zoom link shared after registration**

AHA! Littlest Little Farm | Junior High
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:30 | Montecito Union School, 385 San Ysidro Rd, Santa Barbara, 93108, United States
LLF participants learn and practice regenerative agriculture skills. They work hard and have fun as part of a team, getting hands in the soil and communicating with plants, animals (goats, chickens, and a tortoise!), insects, and each other.
The LLF is offered in 4-5 week cycles. The following cycle dates are for Junior High School Students.

Cycle 1: FEB 22, MAR 1, 8, 15, 22
Cycle 2: MAY 10, 17, 24, 31

WHEN: Saturday
WHERE: Montecito Union School – 385 San Ysidro Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
TIME: 10:00AM – 12:30PM
INTERESTED?
Step 1: Apply at tinyurl.com/AHAspring2025
Step 2: Attend Enrollment Meeting
WHEN: January 7th or 21st
TIME: 5:30 – 6:30PM
WHERE: AHA! office – 923 Olive St., Suite 5, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
Please contact Sarah to RSVP

Step 3: Attend mandatory orientation
WHEN: February 1st
TIME: 10:00AM – 12PM
WHERE: Parish Hall – 1535 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
QUESTIONS?
Sarah Block | LLF Enrollment Coordinator | 805-455-3456 sarah@ahasb.org

SBPL 10th Birthday
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Santa Barbara Public Library, 40 E Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, 93101, United States
Join the Santa Barbara Public Library and the Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation for a joyful birthday party celebrating 10 years of stories, learning, and laughter at the Children’s Library!
Since opening on September 13, 2015, it now welcomes over 39,000 children each year with free storytimes, STEM programs, and thousands of books.
WHEN: SATURDAY September 20 from 10:00-12:00pm
WHERE: Santa Barbara Public Library
RSVP: Please access HERE >
We’ll celebrate with family fun and blow out the candles in gratitude for you—honoring the original donors and the next generation of supporters.

Building confidence in children ages 6-14 [VIRTUAL-ZOOM]
2025-09-20 09:00 - 12:30 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Support your child ages 6-14 in facing fears and building confidence! Learn practical strategies to help children manage anxiety and thrive.

WHEN: Saturday, 20th from 9:00am-12:30pm
WHERE: Zoom
REGISTRATION: REQUIRED>>

FREE QPR+ Suicide Prevention Training – ZOOM
2025-09-20 08:30 - 10:30 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Join our FREE QPR Suicide Prevention training on SEPTEMBER 20 to learn how to recognize the signs of a mental health or substance use challenge in youth, and how to respond with confidence and care.
DETAILS:
• Saturday, September 20 | 8:30am–10:30am | On Zoom
Both Mental Health First Aid & QPR training empower teens, parents, educators, first responders, and other caring adults with tools and strategies to create a safe and caring community. The #1 protective factor in youth mental health is a trusted adult. You can be that trusted adult who is trained with skills and knowledge about what to do and what to say. Both trainings also educate on available resources in Santa Barbara County.
CONTACT MHTraining@YouthWell.org for information or fill out our INQUIRY FORM. PRINT RACK CARD >

–CLASS DESCRIPTIONS–

LEARN MORE ABOUT QPR & MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID & VIEW A FULL SCHEDULE >>
We provide both in-person and virtual trainings in Santa Barbara County
Zoom links are provided after you register for the training.
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YOUTH Mental Health First Aid [MHFA] is a FREE 6.5 hour certification course that teaches community members (18+) how to help someone who may be developing a mental health challenge or coping with a worsening mental health challenge or substance abuse disorder. Participants learn how to recognize, understand and respond appropriately to signs of mental health challenges of varying intensity, as well as substance use disorders. (3 year certification) REGISTER MHFA >
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QPR [Question, Persuade, and Refer ] is a FREE 2 hour suicide prevention training for participants to learn about community resources in Santa Barbara County and be able to recognize the warning signs of suicide – and question, persuade, and refer people to services who are at risk. (2 year certification) REGISTER >

TBRI Caregiver Package Training
2025-09-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Virtual, CA, United States
Join Pathway Family Services for Truth Relational Intervention Caregiver package training. TBRI is a powerful evidence based trauma intervention. This comprehensive training will go in depth to the three principles of TBRI: empowering, connecting, and correcting.
Gain valuable insight into brain development, proven techniques for healing children of trauma while exploring and addressing our own attachment styles.

Join us for 8 weekly online sessions
April 25th – June 13th, 2025
Register here! [Exact days and times can be selected after registration!]

Call 877-550-KIDS with any questions!

FREE 18+ Hypnosis Workshop - Santa Maria
2025-09-19 18:00 - 19:00 | santa maria civic theatre, 1660 N McClelland St, santa maria, 93454, United States
Join us this Friday for Healing with HOPE: Calm in the Center of the Storm, a FREE, 18+ beginner-friendly hypnotherapy workshop with certified hypnotherapist Gila Zak. She’ll gently guide you through simple techniques to help you relax, clear your mind, and feel grounded — even when life feels a little chaotic.

WHEN: Friday, September 19th at 6:00pm (doors open at 5:30pm)
WHERE: Santa Maria Civic Theatre, 1660 N McClelland St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
REGISTRATION: REQUIRED>>

ILRC Chat Space for teens & young adults
2025-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Every Friday! Weekly themes, social connections, interactive activities, and peer support.
It is for anyone with any type of disabilities to gather and talk about various topics pertaining to disability.
FOR MORE INFO OR TO REQUEST ACCOMMODATIONS PLEASE E-MAIL JLESNER@ILRC-TRICO.ORG

CE Event Webinar "Lighting the Way"
2025-09-19 11:00 - 13:00 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Lightfully Behavioral Health is excited to invite you to their upcoming CE Event webinar “Lighting the Way: Interventions for Teens and their families in Navigating Teen Suicide Risk” with Dr. Nicole Siegried.
WHEN: FRIDAY September 19th
WHERE: Live Interactive Webinar/Register here!
TIME: 11:00am-1:00pm
Learning Objectives:

Describe the Suicidal Mind
Demonstrate use of the teen and family safety and stabilization plan
Explain interventions from the suciide intervention toolbox

*Receive 2 CE Credit Hours at this event

[SBTAN] Trans Adult Support: VIRTUAL
2025-09-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Virtual, CA, United States
The goal of Lisa’s Place is to provide friendship and support to Central Coast trans people through chat circles, activities, outings, and dinners. It’s the only transgender center in Santa Barbara for our transgender, non-binary, and gender-nonconforming communities, as well as our families, friends, and allies. Lisa’s Place welcomes people of all gender expressions and is open to ages 18+. Teens are invited to contact us about getting on our youth group list. We are meeting in person and on Zoom.

7:30 – 9PM on Thursdays ON ZOOM

Lisa’s Place is a safe space. It is both very friendly and very private. Whether you’re out and confident or closeted and shy. Or just simply curious. We will welcome you with open arms and respect. Hours are subject to change as we find what works best for all participants. Check our calendar of events for up-to-date info on groups and meeting times! All sharing in online meetings, including choosing to share your video or audio, is completely optional. REGISTRATION>

Family-to-Family NAMI Santa Maria
2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Santa Maria
If you have a loved one with a mental health disorder YOU need this course!
Family-to-Family is a FREE 8-session education program for family members of adults living with a mental health disorder. It will help them understand and support their loved one while maintaining their own wellbeing.
This class is in person in SANTA MARIA AREA Call the Bilingual Family Advocate, at 805-450-0846, visit namisantabarbara.org,

Proud Fellowship
2025-09-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Shepard Hall, E Chapel St, Santa Maria, 93454, United States
Proud Fellowship is a program created for LGBTQIA+ young adults (ages 16-22) to collaborate in a safe and welcoming environment. Discuss ideas, create art, play games, and more in “Proud Fellowship”. Meetings will occur every FIRST and THIRD Thursday of the month. Registration is required. This program runs approximately 1 hour.
LOCATION: Learning Center/Shepard Hall
TIME: 4:00PM
WHEN: Every 1st and 3rd THURSDAY of the month
For more information, please call the Information Desk at 805-925-09994
This program is sponsored b the Pacific Pride Foundation and will be facilitated by Jenise Trinidad Coates.

TeachWell - Teacher Support Group [virtual]
2025-09-18 15:30 - 16:30 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Peer support group for teachers and staff of tweens & teens to connect, share challenges, and learn strategies for building trusting relationships with students and get support. Registration is required >>
We know that students learn best in relationship, and we also know that as they hit the teen years, they begin to pull away from family in favor of peers. They still need adult role models in their lives, so how can we as educators build trust with them and create connections that will enhance their learning environment? Join us to explore how to capitalize on the attributes of the adolescent brain to create trusting relationships.

Twice monthly [1st & 3rd Thursdays] VIRTUAL
PARTICIPANTS: teachers in Santa Barbara County are invited to attend
LANGUAGE: this is an English speaking group

Groups are FREE. Donations are encouraged and appreciated.
LOCATION: **zoom link will be emailed to you after you register for the group**

FamilyTools+ [hybrid] - Parent Support Group
2025-09-18 12:00 - 13:30 | Wake Center, SBCC, 300 N. Turnpike, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111, United States
For parents/caregivers of youth, ages 5-18, with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, Tourette’s, and uniquely-wired brains…
[weekly drop-in] Address the day to day challenges of parenting, ideas for strengthening family connections, and how to prioritize your own self-care and wellness while learning tips from other parents. *Focus on specific needs of parents raising neurodivergent youth: emotional regulation, time management, building relationships with teachers/schools.
Wake Center, room 15.
Visit our Support Group page for any updates, and please register in advance.
We will follow up and provide you with the information needed to participate.
WHEN: Thursdays at 12pm
WHERE: Hybrid– Zoom OR in-person at SBCC Wake Center, 300 N Turnpike

FACILITATOR: Kara Rocque

Evolve Community Parent Support Group
2025-09-18 10:00 - 11:00 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
About Evolve Treatment: Evolve offers the highest caliber of evidence-based treatment for teens, 12 to 17 years old, who struggle with mental health, substance abuse, and/or behavioral issues. Evolve offers a full continuum of care, including Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and Residential Treatment Centers (RTC).
HOW TO ATTEND: If you’re interested in joining, please fill out the registration form. After reviewing your registration we will email you with the consent form via DocuSign. Once this is signed we will grant you access through Zoom.
If you have any questions or would like more information about Evolve’s programs, please contact us at 1-(855)-890-2493.

FREE Youth Support Group - Sexual and Aggressive Obsessions
2025-09-17 19:30 - 20:30 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Anxiety Experts is inviting young people (16+) to their FREE nationwide online support group. It is a safe place for young adults with OCD to connect and talk about real-life challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and much more. It’s moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, and it’s all about fostering support without judgment. Whether you or your loved one is new to treatment or looking for a community that really gets it, this group is for them.
TOPIC: How do I know that I’m not a creep? Sexual and aggressive obsessions.
WHEN: WEDNESDAY September 17th
WHERE: Zoom (from the comfort of your own home!)
TIME: 7:30-8:30pm PST
Find more information and consent to join the Zoom call here: JOIN THE CALL

IN·clued!
2025-09-17 08:00 - 17:00
IN·clued is a fun and informative 3-hour workshop focused on sexual health created specifically for LGBTQ+ youth ages 14-19!

Participants will receive sexual health knowledge and skills to keep themselves safe, as well as tools to advocate for themselves when they see a doctor or visit a health center.
Participants will also receive supportive resources and meals!

WANT TO LEARN MORE?
Click here to watch an IN·clued program overview video
INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING?
Sign Up!
*Start date and times will be shared after sign up*
Programming provided in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and ventura Counties

IN·clued es un taller divertido e informativo de 3 horas centrado en la salud sexual creado específicamente para jóvenes LGBTQ+ de 14 a 19 años!

Los participantes recibirán conocimientos de salud sexual y habilidades para mantenerse a salvo, así como herramientas para abogar por sí mismos cuando ven a un médico o visitan un centro de salud.
Los participantes también recibirán recursos de apoyo y comidas!

¿QUIERES SABER MÁS?
Haz clic aquí para ver un vídeo general del programa IN-clued
¿LE INTERESA PARTICIPAR?
¡Inscríbete!
*La fecha y el horario de inicio se comunicarán tras la inscripción*
Programación ofrecida en los condados de San Luis Obispo, Santa Bárbara y Ventura

LiFT - Connect With Your Teen About Values and Making Decisions
2025-09-17 08:00 - 17:00
LiFT (Linking Families and Teens) is a FREE 6-hour program that unites adolescents (ages 13-19) and their parental figure* to share family values, strengthen family ties, and talk about the difficult things – healthy relationships and sexual health.

Connect with other parents and supportive adults within your community
Participants will receive supportive resources and meals!

*You may join the LiFT program with a teenager, grandchild, nephew, niece, or other important teen in your life*
LiFT program Overview Video
Interested? Sign up!
*Start date and times will be shared after sign up*
Programming provided in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties in both ENGLISH and SPANISH

LiFT (Linking Families and Teens) es un programa GRATUITO de 6 horas que une a adolescentes (de 13 a 19 años) y a su figura paterna* para compartir valores familiares, reforzar los lazos familiares y hablar de las cosas difíciles – relaciones sanas y salud sexual.

Conéctate con otros padres y adultos de apoyo dentro de tu comunidad
¡Los participantes recibirán recursos de apoyo y comidas!

*Puedes unirte al programa LiFT con un adolescente, nieto, sobrino, sobrina u otro adolescente importante en tu vida*
La fecha y hora de inicio del programa se confirmarán en el momento de la inscripción
Vídeo general del programa LiFT
¿Interesado? ¡Inscríbase!
*La fecha y el horario de inicio se comunicarán tras la inscripción*
El programa se ofrece en los condados de San Luis Obispo, Santa Bárbara y Ventura, tanto en ESPAÑOL como en INGLÉS.

Grupo de Apoyo para Padres [virtual]
2025-09-16 18:00 - 19:30 | YouthWell, 1528 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, 93101, United States
Family Support Group in Spanish: Grupo de apoyo para padres de jóvenes hispanohablantes, de 10 a 18 años, que se lleva a cabo semanalmente en persona en Santa Bárbara.
Un grupo de desarrollo de habilidades para que los padres aborden los desafíos diarios de la crianza de los hijos, mejoren la comunicación y fortalezcan las relaciones entre padres e hijos. Aprenda a reconocer sus fortalezas, cómo manejar la crianza de los hijos durante los conflictos y cómo manejar el estrés mientras prioriza su autocuidado.

FECHA/HORA: 1st & 3rd MARTES • 6:00PM-7:30PM • 2x mes • grupo sin cita previa
UBICACIÓN: asistir via Zoom

**El enlace de Zoom se le enviará por correo electrónico después de registrarse para el grupo**
Si tiene preguntas o comentarios, envíe un correo electrónico GROUPS@youthwell.org o llamar 805.770.1930 ext 103

For parents/caregivers of youth ages 10-18, a support group for Spanish speaking parents of youth, held weekly in-person in Santa Barbara.
A skills-building group for caregivers to address the daily challenges of parenting, improve communication, and strengthen parent-child relationships. Learn to recognize your strengths, how to handle parenting during conflict, and how to manage stress while prioritizing your self-care.
WHEN: 1st & 3rd TUESDAYS from 6:00-7:30pm
WHERE: via ZOOM
REGISTRATION: REQUIRED> [zoom link shared after registration]
