Launch
Real Life Skills for High School
Preparing Teens for Life Beyond the Classroom
Because graduation isn't the same thing as preparation.
High school teaches a lot.
But it doesn't always teach students how to manage stress, navigate relationships, communicate effectively, make decisions, handle setbacks, or prepare for adulthood.
LAUNCH is a small-group summer experience designed to help teens build confidence, manage anxiety, strengthen relationships, develop practical life skills, and create a roadmap for the future.
Through interactive activities, discussions, team challenges, movement, breathwork, guided reflection, and shared meals, students will gain tools they can use now and carry with them into college, careers, relationships, and everyday life.
What Students Will Learn
✓ Manage stress and anxiety
✓ Build confidence under pressure
✓ Develop healthy communication skills
✓ Navigate friendships and relationships
✓ Understand boundaries and social dynamics
✓ Improve decision-making and problem-solving
✓ Learn practical life and leadership skills
✓ Create a personalized plan for future success
Daily Themes
Monday: Identity & Direction
Explore strengths, values, goals, and the person you're becoming.
Tuesday: Stress, Anxiety & Performance
Learn how stress affects performance and develop tools for handling academic pressure, perfectionism, and testing anxiety.
Wednesday: Relationships & Communication
Build healthier friendships, strengthen communication skills, and learn how to navigate conflict and boundaries.
Thursday: Adulting 101
Explore decision-making, money basics, time management, goal setting, and life planning.
Friday: Confidence & Courage
Develop resilience, face challenges, and create a plan for moving forward with confidence.
What a Typical Day Looks Like
9:00 AM – Check-In & Discussion
9:30 AM – Daily Topic Workshop
10:30 AM – Interactive Activity
11:30 AM – Breathwork & Performance Skills
12:00 PM – Lunch
12:30 PM – Team Challenge or Project
1:00 PM – Dismissal
Program Details
Program Details
Dates July 20-24, 2026
Time 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Ages 14-18
Location
Work It Out Counseling & Wellness
4300 S Hwy 27, Suite 205
Clermont, FL 34711
Investment
Early Bird Registration
Register by July 4, 2026
$199 per student
Regular Registration
$249 per student
Lunch, materials, activities, and take-home resources are included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this therapy?
No. LAUNCH is an educational and skills-based summer program.
Does my teen need to be in counseling to participate?
Not at all. This program is open to any high school student.
Will students be expected to discuss personal issues?
No. Participation is encouraged, but students are never required to share personal information.
Is lunch included?
Yes. Lunch is provided daily. Parents will be asked about allergies and dietary restrictions during registration.
What should students bring?
A water bottle, comfortable clothing, and a willingness to participate.
How many students will attend?
Enrollment is limited to 8 students to ensure a highly engaging and personalized experience.
Why Parents Love LAUNCH
Today's teens face challenges that previous generations never experienced.
Academic pressure, social media, uncertainty about the future, and increasing expectations can leave many students feeling overwhelmed.
LAUNCH helps teens develop practical skills for managing these challenges while building confidence, resilience, emotional awareness, and independence.
Designed and facilitated by mental health professionals, LAUNCH combines evidence-informed wellness practices with real-world skill development in a supportive and engaging environment.
What's Included
✓ Small-group experience (limited to 8 participants)
✓ Daily lunch provided
✓ All materials and activities
✓ Daily breathwork and nervous system regulation practices
✓ Test Anxiety Toolkit
✓ Personal Launch Plan Workbook
✓ Parent Showcase on Friday
✓ Take-home resources
Ready to Register?
Space is limited, and enrollment is expected to fill quickly. Complete the information, and the facilitator will be in contact.
Join us for a week of growth, connection, confidence, and real-life skill building.