At NAMI Jax, we work diligently to lay the groundwork for youth mental health education. Part of that groundwork includes youth-centered support groups. NAMI's Teen and Young Adult Support Groups are peer-led by NAMI-trained facilitators who have personal experience of living with mental illness. NAMI’s support groups meet bi-weekly and are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Youth support is designed so you gain insight from hearing from others like you. We focus on allowing participants to share their experiences and learn from each other in a safe environment. We don’t take attendance.
Support Groups are free and open to anyone with a mental health condition who is seeking support, compassion, and tips for recovery. Any non-participant observation is not permitted.
The virtual Young Adult Connection Recovery Support Groups are open only to Young Adults (age 18-30) with mental illness seeking support, compassion, and education about recovery. Formal diagnosis is not required. One time registration to be on our meeting list for all drop in Zoom meetings.
* Please note - As of May 1, 2024 there are new Zoom links to register for support groups and you must RE-REGISTER to attend.
Review our Connection Recovery Support Group Guidelines here.
Child Guidance Center, 5776 St. Augustine Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32207
The Teen Support Group is open to high school aged youth (approximately 14-17) who have a mental health challenge and who are seeking understanding and support from other teens. Formal diagnosis is not required.
First time participants must arrive 20 minutes early with a Parent/Guardian to complete registration.
Wolfson Children's Hospital -Downtown
Dreams Come True Room
800 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville, Florida 32207
(Park in P2 Garage and take the elevator to B (Bridge Level))
The Teen Support Group is open to high school aged youth (approximately 14-17) who have a mental health challenge and who are seeking understanding and support from other teens. Formal diagnosis is not required.
First time participants must arrive 20 minutes early with a Parent/Guardian to complete registration.
See the flyer here.
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The Young Adult Advisory Council consists of Northeast Florida young adults who serve as advocate for Mental Health for ALL on behalf of NAMI Jacksonville and Northeast Florida youth.
Led by young adults aged 18-26 who are interested in providing perspectives about NAMI Jacksonville youth and young adult programs and initiatives. Through in-person action opportunities, Y.A.A.C. members will be the leading voice in providing key information on how NAMI Jacksonville youth and young adult programs and initiatives serve the local community. By engaging young adults positively and incorporating youth voices we will help build the capacity for youth participation in mental health and recovery through advocacy and outreach.
If you are interested in joining the Y.A.A.C. please Register below.
Parent permission is required for minor participation. Group me App is required to participate in the Y.A.A.C.
For more information, contact Carlin Budreau, NAMI Jax Youth Outreach Coordinator, at c.budreau@namijax.org.
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential environment, you will gain hope and develop relationships. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. NAMI Youth Support Group will help you:
One of NAMI’s main goals is to ensure that people get help early. Since mental health conditions typically begin during childhood, adolescence, or young adulthood, we have compiled essential information and resources intended to help young people get the mental health support they need.
Family Support Groups are open only to family members, care givers, and friends of a loved one with mental illness seeking support, compassion, and education about caring for their loved one. We have a Family Support Group specifically for parents and caregivers of youth and young adult.
Connection Recovery Support Groups are open only to individuals living with mental illness who are seeking support, compassion, and recovery.
NAMI on Campus clubs work to end the stigma that makes it hard for students to talk about mental health and allows them to get the help they need.
A designed for middle and high school students that include warning signs, facts and statistics and how to get help for themselves or a friend.
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