--- title: "Girls Circle" entity: "funnel" canonical_url: "https://www.onnalomd.com/girlscircle" markdown_url: "https://www.onnalomd.com/llms/funnel/girlscircle" lastmod: "2026-09-30T15:51:17.873Z" --- # Girls Circle ## Entry: Girlscircle # Girls Circle #### Empowering girls through connection and support so that they show up authentically and confidently in their lives. ## Watch our info session recording. Watch here ## Welcome to Girls Circle Welcome to Girl Circle, a transformative program designed to empower girls and teenagers to embrace their authentic selves and foster lasting connections. Created and led by experienced facilitators with over 30 years of success, this group provides a safe, supportive space for girls to grow emotionally, socially, and academically. ## Why Girl Circle? Girls today face mounting pressures from social media, societal expectations, and academic demands, often leading to feelings of disconnection, loneliness, and self-doubt. Girl Circle is the antidote to these challenges—empowering girls through connection, support, and the tools they need to thrive. ## What Girls will Gain: Empowered Voices: Girls learn to express themselves authentically. Stronger Connections: Build meaningful relationships with peers. Resilience & Confidence: Develop tools to navigate life's challenges. Lifelong Skills: Communication, empathy, and problem-solving abilities. ## Apply Here for our Fall Sessions starting Sept 21, 2025. ## Hurry Up! Space limited. Scroll down to apply Our upcoming September series: ## 🌸 My Body, My Self 🌸 What if your body could speak—what would it say? In this creative and supportive space, girls will explore body image, self-worth, and inner wisdom through fun, meaningful activities and conversations. In this series, we will: - Explore beliefs, opinions & cultural views on body image - Identify and bust negative messages girls face every day - Embrace confidence and body positivity - Tune into emotions and "body wisdom" - Practice self-acceptance and kind self-talk Activities include: - Creating murals & affirmation boxes - Group games like Body Myth Busting - Poster-making & meaningful rituals - Reflection circles and body-positive movement ## Who is this program for? This inaugural program is designed specifically for girls aged 12-14 in 7th and 8th grade in the 2025-2026 school year. We are starting with this age group to address their unique opportunities during the transition from childhood to adolescence. In the future, we plan to expand the program to include other age groups and grades. ## Proven Benefits Research from leading organizations like Mental Health America and the American Psychological Association highlights that structured group settings: - Improve self-esteem and confidence - Enhance social and problem-solving skills - Foster authentic connections and emotional resilience - Support overall mental health and academic performance What to Expect Structured activities, including art, drama, and role-playing Deep listening and peer support exercises A safe, non-judgmental space to share experiences and grow Schedule: Weekly 1.5-hour sessions for 8 weeks Time: Sundays 6 pm - 7:30pm Dates: Sept 21, 28, Oct 5, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16 Location: 1152 Solano Avenue 2B, Albany, CA Program Fees Program Fee: $495 per participant (includes Material fees $70) Questions? Email: ctaillac@gmail.com Contact: 510-847-0730 ## Your Facilitators ### Cosette Tailliac Cosette Taillac holds a Master’s in Social Welfare from UC Berkeley and brings over 35 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. She has facilitated Girls’ Circles in the Bay Area for many years. Cosette is dedicated to equity, inclusion, and empowerment supporting girls, women, and BIPOC youth. She is a 27-year Albany resident, a proud mother, grandmother who enjoys cooking, kayaking, and walking the Bay Trail with friends. ### Dr. Onna Lo I’m Dr. Onna Lo, a board-certified Integrative & Family Medicine Doctor with over 20 years of experience empowering families with holistic approach to health and wellbeing. She has been running facilitated groups for the last 20 years. ## Who will be a good fit? This program is for any 12-14 year old girls who want to grow emotionally, socially, and academically while connecting with a supportive peer group. Especially for those who are: - Curious and Open-Minded: Girls who are ready to explore their feelings and experiences in a supportive environment. - Outgoing and Sociable: Even confident and outgoing girls can benefit from learning deeper communication and empathy skills to strengthen their relationships. - Struggling with Self-Doubt: Those who may feel disconnected from themselves, their peers, or their community. - Experiencing Social Challenges: Girls who want to improve their social skills, build meaningful friendships, or navigate the complexities of peer relationships. - High-Achievers or Perfectionists: Those who feel pressured to meet high expectations and want to develop resilience and self-compassion. - Shy or Reserved: Girls who may struggle to express themselves but are seeking a safe space to share their voice. ## Apply Here for our Fall Sessions starting Sept 21, 2025 Scroll down to apply "Girls Circle has a simple format I love—it’s not rushed, it flows. I’ve become more confident and learned that flaws don’t make you a bad person. If you struggle with confidence, this group is heavily recommended." - Nizzie "Girls Circle gives everyone a chance to speak. It helps you be a better person, not gossip, and include others. It’s cozy, empowering, and makes you more aware of how you treat people. I’d tell a friend it’s really helpful—and I’d say, ‘I’ll be there" " - Emi "Girls Circle helped me become a better listener. I used to look around while people talked, but now I really focus. People noticed! It’s easy to come, and I’d definitely join again." - Bhenisa "I didn’t want to go at first—I like to not do anything. But it turned out to be fun. The candle lighting was nice, and the guidelines were solid. I’d come back." - Aaliyah "Girls Circle was a life-changing experience for me that I still treasure years later. Through Girls Circle I learned how to deeply listen and be a safe person for others. At the same time I felt empowered to define myself even when so much around me was in flux. I wholeheartedly recommend Girls Circle!" - Emily "Girl’s Circle helped me break out of my shell and connect with my peers. Through girl’s circle, I developed the ability to better identify my emotions and articulate them to others. Girl’s circle gave me the confidence to be my authentic self! Without girl’s circle, I would not be the empowered woman I am today." -Ariel Myth: "There's no time for kids to enroll in another activity due to school pressure, homework, and other commitments." Empowerment groups are a valuable investment in a child's holistic development, teaching essential life skills that complement academic learning and help manage stress. Myth: "This is another form of therapy. My kids don’t need therapy." Empowerment groups are not therapy; they are structured programs designed to build communication, connection, and confidence. These skills are vital for personal and social growth. Myth: "This sounds like it's religious or spiritual oriented." The empowerment group is secular and focuses on personal development and peer support, free from any religious or spiritual indoctrination. Myth: "My child is sociable and has friends; she doesn't need groups." Even sociable children can benefit from empowerment groups by further developing their communication skills, empathy, and ability to support others, enhancing their overall social competence. Myth: "Parents have no more influence on their kids at this stage to engage in group activities." Parents play a crucial role in encouraging and supporting their children's participation in enriching activities. Empowerment groups provide a structured environment where girls can thrive with their parents' encouragement. ## Start Here to apply for our Sessions starting Sept 21, 2025 First fill out your information, then you'll be directed to a special permission form link and payment link. ## Join our Waitlist! If you are interested but the sessions are not the right time, or you child is between 11-18. We will notify you will new sessions. ## Step: Girlscircleapplication ## Girl Circle Application Thank you for your interest in the Girls Circle. Here's the Application and Permission Form and Payment link. Step 1. Please fill out your Girl Circle Guardian Permission forms. (Fill out again every session you apply). Step 1. Click here to fill out your Girls Circle Guardian Permission forms Step 2. Please pay here for 8 week sessions. Program fee is $425 + materials fee $70 = Total $495. No refund after 1st session started. All refunds before subject to $25 processing fee. Protected by Stripe. Don't forget to complete Step 1 Permission Forms! In health, Dr Onna Lo and your Happy Health Institute Support team. ## Step: Girls Circle Thank You # Congratulations! Your child is enrolled! Your spot is saved! Unless you didn't fill out our permission form yet. In which case: Here's the link:[https://form.jotform.com/250285293384058](https://form.jotform.com/250285293384058) We'll send out reminder emails 1 week before the program starts. Contact us at [Support@onnalomd.com](mailto:support@Onnalomd.com) for any questions you have.