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FocusWeek is an intensive, group therapy approach created by Dr. Kimberly Harrison in 2013 which helps children and teenagers with executive functioning issues prepare for school. FocusWeek es un enfoque intensivo de terapia grupal creado por Dra. Kimberly Harrison en 2013 que ayuda a niños y adolescentes con dificultades del funcionamiento ejecutivo a prepararse para la escuela. Conocido a menudo como "campamento de entrenamiento para el regreso a la escuela", FocusWeek está compuesto por grupos de nivel de grado que se reúnen durante 2 horas cada día durante cinco días consecutivos. Las actividades varían según la edad y el grado. FocusWeek es un enfoque intensivo de terapia grupal creado por Dra. Kimberly Harrison en 2013 que ayuda a niños y adolescentes con dificultades del funcionamiento ejecutivo a prepararse para la escuela. Conocido a menudo como "campamento de entrenamiento para el regreso a la escuela", FocusWeek está compuesto por grupos de nivel de grado que se reúnen durante 2 horas cada día durante cinco días consecutivos. Las actividades varían según la edad y el grado. *New and previous FocusWeek participants are welcome to join. GRADE LEVEL TIME 1st - 2nd Gr. Lower Elementary 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM 3rd - 5th Gr. Upper Elementary 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 6th - 8th Gr. Middle School 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM 9th - 12th Gr. High School 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Contact Us to Register What are the Executive Functions? Planning and organization Flexible Thinking Working Memory Time Management Emotion Regulation MEET THE TEAM Dr. Kimberly Harrison, Founder Katherine Esquivel, LPC Kristine Habibi, LPC Jack Wang, LPC-A 1st - 2nd Grade (Lower Elementary): This age group uses art and a variety of activities to work on Focusing & Listening, Remembering, Staying Organized, Managing Feelings, Social Skills, and Relaxation. 3rd - 5th Grade (Upper Elementary): Reading for comprehension, listening carefully for details, and organizing schoolwork are important components of older elementary education. At FocusWeek, this age group incorporates a variety of interactive activities to work on Focusing & Listening, Remembering, Staying Organized, Managing Feelings, Social Skills, and Relaxation to help students prepare for necessary next-level study skills. 6th - 8th Grade (Middle School): The challenges of Middle School are addressed through hands-on activities designed to develop skills for planning and organizing, note-taking, reading for complete comprehension, staying on track with multi-step processes, emotion regulation, and more. 9th - 12th Grade (High School): The advanced academic skills needed for success in high school and college are addressed through hands-on activities designed to improve skills for complete independence in planning and organizing, note-taking, reading for complete comprehension, staying on track with multi-step processes, emotion regulation, and more. FAQ: Who is FocusWeek for? FocusWeek is for students in 1st - 12th grades who want to become more self-motivated, responsible students Is FocusWeek only for children diagnosed with ADHD? Our FocusWeek program helps all types of students, including those with ADHD. How can FocusWeek help my child? Currently, many students just go to school but are not skilled students. FocusWeek can help your child by providing tools for success at school and at home. What do students learn during FocusWeek? At FocusWeek, students learn to be responsible, organized, and proactive. They learn how to read for comprehension, take better notes, manage time, and study efficiently and effectively. Is the cost for FocusWeek reimbursable by my insurance? Insurance reimbursement depends on your policy and coverage. We are an out of network provider and do not process insurance. However, we can provide you with a superbill upon request if you would like to submit it to your insurance company. THE SKILLED STUDENT INITIATIVE™ FocusWeek is part of a larger project created by Dr. Harrison called The Skilled Student Initiative. This groundbreaking program brings hands-on solutions to entire schools to address challenges associated with executive functioning. Due to a myriad of technological choices available, lack of overarching organizational skills, and differing communication styles, many students have become unprepared for what lies ahead in school and in life. The Skilled Student Initiative incorporates teachers, parents, and students to help get everyone on the same page, streamline confusing options, and develop strong executive functioning skills. We value your feedback! Take our FocusWeek Feedback Survey. TAKE SURVEY

The adulting program at The Conative Group focuses on helping young adults who are having difficulty moving forward in life. Dr. Harrison is a pioneer in the field of Adulting, especially for those with Asperger’s-type autism or ADHD, and the Adulting Program was initially designed to serve the needs of these individuals and their families. Since its inception, however, many young adults who struggle with other issues have benefitted from the structure and support of our Adulting program, too. ADULTO El programa para adultos de The Conative Group se enfoca en ayudar a los adultos jóvenes que tienen dificultades para avanzar en la vida. El Dr. Harrison es un pionero en el campo de la adultez, especialmente para aquellos con autismo tipo Asperger o TDAH. El Programa para adultos se diseñó inicialmente para satisfacer las necesidades de estas personas y sus familias. Sin embargo, desde sus inicios, muchos adultos jóvenes que luchan con otros problemas también se han beneficiado de la estructura y el apoyo de nuestro programa para adultos. Los adultos jóvenes que tienen problemas para mantenerse activos, ya sea en la escuela o en el trabajo, a menudo han caído en una serie de malos hábitos que los mantienen atascados. Los padres pueden sentirse frustrados y confundidos acerca de qué hacer, especialmente cuando nada de lo que hacen o dicen parece motivar a su joven adulto. En The Conative Group, sabemos que aprender y usar los hábitos básicos necesarios para la edad adulta a menudo requiere un plan de acción sistemático. Nuestro programa proporciona una serie estructurada de pasos que incluyen una función de "registro" diario, entrenamiento de funciones ejecutivas , terapia individual, grupal y familiar, consulta con los padres y evaluación objetiva regular para ayudar a los adultos jóvenes a hacer una transición exitosa a la edad adulta. WHO IS THE ADULTING PROGRAM FOR? The participants in our program are in various stages of adulting. Most have finished high school, some are considering/applying/attempting college or working slowly toward a degree. Some drive, some don't, and most live at home and/or are financially and emotionally dependent on their parents. A few of our participants are living independently with varying levels of parental support. Our goal with all participants is to help them reach for and achieve their highest and best level of independence. The relationship between parents and their dependent adult children, particularly for those still living at home, is wrought with pitfalls and challenges. At The Conative Group, we focus on the mechanics of change and how to restructure the parent/child (young adult) communication and set age-appropriate limits and expectations. The goal is to slowly change a poorly functioning, outdated adult/child relationship, to a more sustainable, adult/adult dynamic, that fosters growth, ownership, and self-motivation. These changes do not come easily and require all members of the family to adjust and change their own behavior in service to their shared common goals. ADULTING PROGRAM SERVICES All services are provided in-house at The Conative Group. Each young adult is assigned an Individual therapist for weekly psychotherapy. The Individual therapist serves as the lead/case manager and communicates regularly with the in-house team (group therapist, executive function coaching, family therapist). FAMILY THERAPY Family therapy appointments are held every 4-6 weeks, depending on the needs of the client and family. These sessions are invaluable for keeping treatment on track and for gauging the success of predetermined short- and long-term goals. We find the young adult's self-awareness is often different from the parent's expectations and experience of them, so bringing those issues into sharper focus is critically important for success. Working together in family therapy, we can guide the young adult toward self-regulating behaviors and change the parent/child relationship to one of adult/adult. This process of parents and young adults working together to create a new dynamic with reasonable expectations is necessary for progress to take place. INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Often anxiety and depression or other emotional issues get in the way of a person moving forward in life. Because it is critical to address these issues, each young adult will have an individual therapist for weekly psychotherapy. The Individual therapist serves as the case manager and communicates regularly with the in-house team (family therapist, group therapist, and executive function coach). The gold standard for treatment of anxiety, depression, and most adjustment disorders is cognitive behavioral therapy. All clinicians at The Conative Group are highly skilled and experienced in this modality. Additionally, we can provide specialized treatment for young adults with coexisting conditions such as trauma, screen time, drug and alcohol addictions, and other comorbidities. GROUP THERAPY Young ASD adults in our program usually have been struggling with social and emotional development and are quick to isolate and/or commune only with family. Group therapy helps expand the circle of connection and helps foster adult social skills. Our Young Adult Therapy Group meets on Friday afternoons. For so many of our participants, this group becomes a lifeline for social connection and a really great reason to get up, get dressed, and leave the house. Many of our young adults continue attending Group Therapy long after they have terminated treatment because of the fun and friendships that were developed through weekly participation. The group is programmed and guided to teach social skills, self-management, and adulting practices, but it is also meant to be lighthearted, fun, and entertaining. The success of Friday Group is one of the hallmarks of our program. EXECUTIVE FUNCTION (EF) COACHING Executive Function Coaching is a necessary, but adjustable aspect of our program. Multiple touch points allow this intervention to be extremely effective, particularly in the first few months of therapy. Initially, the in-house EF coach will schedule two 15-30-minutes (weekly) check-ins via phone or Zoom with the young adult, to make sure they are following the daily routine agreed to in advance at the family session. Data from these EF sessions along with attendance records from other services are compiled each week and shared with the clinical team, the client, and the parents on a weekly basis. This sharing of information has been found to be helpful for identifying the daily challenges, running interference, and making fluid adjustments to the plan based on the specific needs of the young adult and the family. It is important to note that information shared each week is not meant to be a “gotcha” with reprimands attached. Rather the accountability it provides is critical for troubleshooting areas of concern as well as celebrating progress. JOIN THE ADULTING PROGRAM Unsure if the Adulting Program is right for your Young Adult? Contact us to speak to our team to learn more! CONTACT US

Trusted by teachers, schools, and parents since 2017. Houston psychologist, therapists, counselors, and clinicians helping children, teens, adolescents, couples, adults, and families in Texas and virtually via teletherapy. Formas de Alana Tristan Child Intake.pdf Child Consent.pdf Child Services.pdf Child HIPAA.pdf Adult Intake.pdf Adult Consent.pdf Adult Services.pdf Adult HIPAA.pdf

Alana works with young adults and families on developing skills to become successful in life. Alana is also experienced in providing executive function coaching to help manage the impact of ADHD on daily performance. Alana has a passion for working with children and teens who struggle with managing emotions and launching to adulthood. BOOK ALANA ALANA TRISTAN, MS Consejero profesional con licencia - Coordinador del programa para adultos y asociado Supervisado por Roxanne Deams, LPC-S Disponible para In-Person o Terapia Individual Virtual ¡Hola! Estoy muy contento de que esté tomando este importante paso de cuidado personal para encontrar un terapeuta adecuado para usted. Mi objetivo es ayudarlo a usted y/o a su hijo a comprender cómo los pensamientos, las emociones, las experiencias y las relaciones son las fuentes de sus fortalezas, pero también pueden crear barreras para vivir la vida que desea. Echar un vistazo profundo a lo que hay debajo de la superficie puede ayudar a transformar comportamientos no deseados y fomentar la resiliencia. A través de mi colaboración y mediante el uso de intervenciones basadas en evidencia, desarrollaremos habilidades de afrontamiento, mejoraremos sus fortalezas y encontraremos significado en sus experiencias. Juntos, navegaremos por estas áreas en un espacio cómodo y seguro. Tengo experiencia trabajando con niños, adolescentes y adultos y con una variedad de problemas que incluyen ansiedad, depresión, diferencias de aprendizaje, TEA, discapacidad física y abuso de sustancias. Como coordinadora del Programa para adultos, trabajo con adultos jóvenes y familias en el desarrollo de habilidades para tener éxito en la vida. También brindé entrenamiento de funciones ejecutivas para ayudar a manejar el impacto del TDAH en el desempeño diario. Tengo una pasión por trabajar con niños y adolescentes que luchan con el manejo de las emociones. Antes de unirme a The Conative Group, estuve muy involucrado en el servicio comunitario en múltiples programas de prevención, organizaciones y eventos de alcance local que brindaron la oportunidad de conocer personas de todo el mundo. A través del voluntariado, desarrollé una pasión más profunda por la salud mental y la defensa. Mis experiencias multiculturales informan quién soy terapéuticamente y como persona. Originalmente, planeé ser enfermera y, por lo tanto, estoy muy interesada en la conexión cuerpo-cerebro. Obtuve una Licenciatura en Artes y Ciencias en Psicología, así como una Maestría en Ciencias en Consejería Clínica de Salud Mental, ambas de la Universidad de St. Thomas. Soy una consejera profesional asociada con licencia y ejerzo bajo la supervisión de Roxanne Deams, LPC-S. Espero conocerte y unirme a ti en tu viaje para lograr tus metas.

This Summer, Skill Crafters is offering a 9-week workshop-style therapy group designed to help your child develop social skills, build autonomy, and strengthen their personal identity. In a nurturing environment, children will develop key life skills, including setting boundaries, communicating effectively, regulating emotions, working as a team, and solving social problems. el gremio FECHAS DE SESIÓN: _cc781905-5cde-3bd5-cf54 19 de agosto de 2021 al 1 de junio de 2022 Jueves @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Para niñas de secundaria superior, grados 6-8) Navegar por el mundo social de la escuela secundaria es difícil. Hacer y mantener conexiones reales puede ser una lucha, especialmente en el mundo actual. Únase a nosotros mientras creamos un espacio seguro para explorar la identidad propia, desarrollar habilidades sociales y de toma de decisiones, practicar un discurso empático y productivo e investigar qué significa pertenecer. El grupo se reúne semanalmente y brinda formas prácticas de aprender una comunicación saludable (incluso cuando no estamos de acuerdo), la resolución de problemas sociales y el manejo de las emociones, como la ansiedad, el aislamiento, la tristeza y la frustración. Este grupo es ideal para ti si tienes: Problemas para encontrar el sentido de pertenencia Luchas para disfrutar de la escuela: puede o no tener TDAH y/o ansiedad Interés por el anime, el arte, la creatividad y los juegos en línea. Fuerte sentido de la individualidad y un estilo personal único. Dirigido por Jenna Cook, M.Ed., LPC, NCC Topics Include: June 4, 2025 – Kick off Skills Crafters by setting group rules together. Get to know each other through fun team-building activities! June 11, 2025 – Explore different mental health disorders and gain insight into understanding and expressing uncomfortable emotions. Build empathy, connection, and self-awareness. June 18, 2025 – Learn how to care for yourself holistically while keeping it fun! We’ll dive into mental, physical, and tech-related self-care strategies. June 25, 2025 – Discover how mindfulness techniques can help you manage stress, anxiety, and low moods with greater ease. July 2, 2025 – Strengthen your communication skills to express yourself clearly, confidently, and effectively. July 9, 2025 – BREAK – NO GROUP July 16, 2025 – Explore the art of building and maintaining friendships, developing skills to create meaningful and lasting connections. July 23, 2025 – Explore the circles of control to distinguish between what’s within your power and what’s beyond it—because perspective shapes everything! July 30, 2025 – Participate in team-building activities where we will practice the skills we’ve learned all semester, such as communication, advocating, impulsivity control, and mindfulness. August 6, 2025 – Celebrate our summer journey with a wrap-up session, reflecting on personal growth and key takeaways! *15min Zoom Pre-Admission Interview is required prior to registration for new clients. Led by: Katherine Esquivel, MS, LPC

This group focuses on developing skills for living an independent adult life and improve social skills in a variety of settings. Join us weekly, as we create a safe space to learn and explore communication styles, social problem-solving, and self-identity in a social world through a hands-on experience. Adultos jóvenes con TEA FECHAS DE SESIÓN: _cc781905-5cde-3bd5-cf54 Viernes @ 12:30 p. m. - 1:30 p. m. Este grupo se enfoca en desarrollar habilidades para vivir una vida adulta independiente. LOS TEMAS INCLUYEN: Manejo de presupuestos y dinero Mejorar las habilidades de planificación y organización. Administrar el tiempo dedicado a la electrónica Desarrollando habilidades laborales Mejorar las relaciones interpersonales Crear un horario de sueño regular ¡y más! Dirigido por la Dra. Kimberly Harrison

Trusted by teachers, schools, and parents since 2017. Houston psychologist, therapists, counselors, and clinicians helping children, teens, adolescents, couples, adults, and families in Texas and virtually via teletherapy. Formas de Alana Tristan Child Intake.pdf Child Consent.pdf Child Services.pdf Child HIPAA.pdf Adult Intake.pdf Adult Consent.pdf Adult Services.pdf Adult HIPAA.pdf

FocusWeek is an intensive, group therapy approach created by Dr. Kimberly Harrison in 2013 which helps children and teenagers with executive functioning issues prepare for school. FocusWeek es un enfoque intensivo de terapia grupal creado por Dra. Kimberly Harrison en 2013 que ayuda a niños y adolescentes con dificultades del funcionamiento ejecutivo a prepararse para la escuela. Conocido a menudo como "campamento de entrenamiento para el regreso a la escuela", FocusWeek está compuesto por grupos de nivel de grado que se reúnen durante 2 horas cada día durante cinco días consecutivos. Las actividades varían según la edad y el grado. TAKE SURVEY

The clinicians at The Conative Group include: Dr. Kimberly Harrison, Elise Banks, Jenna Cook, Kristine Habibi, Patricia R. Hamilton, Toby D. Howell, Sarah Scott, Tami Sheena, Alana Tristan. CONOCER AL EQUIPO Haga clic para obtener más información sobre nuestros médicos Conative. KIMBERLY HARRISON, Ph.D. Founder & Clinical Psychologist LEARN MORE ELISE BANKS-LOVELY, M.S. Licensed Professional Counselor LEARN MORE JENNA COOK, M.Ed. Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor LEARN MORE KATHERINE ESQUIVEL, M.S. Licensed Professional Counselor LEARN MORE KRISTINE HABIBI, M.S. Licensed Professional Counselor LEARN MORE PATRICIA R. HAMILTON, M.S. Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist - Supervisor LEARN MORE SARAH SCOTT, M.S. Licensed Professional Counselor LEARN MORE ALANA TRISTAN, M.S. Licensed Professional Counselor LEARN MORE JACK WANG, M.A. Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate LEARN MORE PERSONAL ADMINISTRATIVO DON HARRISON Practice Manager LISA ABRAHAM Assistant Practice Manager ALLIYA ALANIZ Assessment Coordinator JULIA H. GALLARDO Marketing Coordinator ANALIA GONZALEZ Office Assistant AYME GRANADOS Assistant Front Office Manager RACHEAL HAYES Assessment Coordinator ILAYNA LAURENT Assessment Coordinator SHANA STELLY, M.Ed. Assessment Coordinator

(For 6th - 8th Grade) This group is designed to guide middle school boys to become strong communicators, enhance their confidence, self-awareness, and social skills. Topics for this age group have been selected based on the feedback of relevancy from middle school students in surrounding schools. Join us weekly to work towards becoming the most empowered and balanced version of you! SKILL SQUAD (Middle School Boys Social Skills Group) FECHAS DE SESIÓN: _cc781905-5cde-3bd5-cf54 31 de mayo al 28 de junio de 2022 Martes @ 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Este grupo está diseñado para ayudar a los adolescentes de entre 13 y 15 años a aprender y mejorar sus habilidades sociales en una variedad de entornos. Navegar en la sociedad actual puede ser un desafío, especialmente en la adolescencia. Únase a nosotros semanalmente, mientras creamos un espacio seguro para aprender y explorar estilos de comunicación, resolución de problemas sociales y la identidad propia en un mundo social a través de una experiencia práctica. Los temas del grupo incluyen: ¿Que es normal? Cómo encontrar superpoderes personales para negociar Averiguar diferentes tipos de relaciones ¿Qué son los límites personales y cómo funcionan? Trabajo en equipo: ¿Qué hay para mí? Dirigido por Alana Tristan, LPC-A ( Supervisado por Roxanne Deams, LPC-S) _cc781905-5cde -3194-bb3b- 136bad5cf58d_ Candidato en Consejería Psicológica