STAIRWAYS

STAIRWAYS (Setting goals, Trying new things, Anger management, Impulsivity control, Relationship management, Writing a script, Assertiveness training, Your choices, & Staying on track)

STAIRWAYS is a follow up group treatment program for those struggling with emotional intensity issues and who have successfully completed the STEPPS group program. This evidence-based educational program teaches individuals a variety of emotional and behavioral management skills. Group participants are encouraged to attend individual therapy along with STAIRWAYS. This is a closed, in-person group that meets for two hours every other week for 25 sessions.

New Group starting July 30th, 2024

Group Times: Tuesdays from 2:00pm to 4:00pm, starting with an orientation session Tuesday July 30th, 2024 at 2:00pm

Location: New Beginnings Counseling Service, 6200 Aurora Ave, Suite 103E, Urbandale, IA 50322

Eligibility Criteria:

  • 18 years and older.

  • Successfully completed a STEPPS group at any time.

  • Struggle with managing intense emotions.

  • All participants must have a psychosocial assessment completed by the time the groups start.

  • Participants are NOT required to be in therapy with New Beginnings, although it is recommended to be attending individual therapy in addition to this group.

    Intake info:

  • Most health insurances cover STAIRWAYS, including Medicaid and Medicare. Eligibility and co-pays (if any) will be determined case-by-case, check with your insurance provider.

Interested in joining the STEPPS Program?

Contact New Beginnings at (515) 401-6886 or our Group Facilitators: