About Grounded Stars

 

Grounded Stars is a youth-centered mental health and wellness organization created to uplift and empower youth of color — from birth through age 24. We believe one truth above all: prevention is power. While we are rooted in New York, our virtual programs connect with young people and families nationwide.

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We are a prequalified New York City Health and Human Services provider, recognized under our Group NPI for Community/Behavioral Health, and deeply committed to culturally grounded care and equitable access. Grounded Stars is also officially approved and listed in the New York State Business Registry, enabling us to directly pursue and secure contracting opportunities across New York State.

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Our mission is simple: to bridge gaps in youth services so every young person feels supported, celebrated, and equipped with tools to thrive.

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Our Current Model

 

At present, Grounded Stars operates through a preventive and educational model. We offer non-clinical behavioral health support such as: wellness intakes, safety planning, family support, resource navigation, SEL classes, crisis de-escalation, group workshops, and peer connections. We collaborate with licensed consultants, licensed clinicians, educators, and content developers who create webinars, interactive curriculum, social-emotional learning tools, and creative workshops for youth and families. These professionals serve as subject matter experts and facilitators, delivering programs that are trauma-informed, engaging, and culturally affirming.

 

We also provide family support and resource navigation — helping parents and caregivers connect with schools, community programs, and non-Medicaid resources to ensure no young person is left without care or advocacy.

 

What We Do

 

Our programs are designed to prevent crisis, build resilience, and spark growth. We focus on equipping youth with emotional skills, life readiness, and creative outlets through:

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• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Programs – Group sessions, mentorship, and resilience-building activities.

• Creative Wellness Workshops – Art, music, gaming, sports, and peer-led projects centered on joy and connection.

• Life Skills & Academic Support – Coaching for independence, job readiness, and advocacy for school accommodations (504 & IEP guidance).

• Family & Caregiver Support – Resource navigation, referrals, and community-based coordination.

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All programs are built around five core SEL competencies:

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• Self-Awareness – recognizing feelings, values, and strengths

• Self-Management – regulating emotions, stress, and goals

• Social Awareness – developing empathy and cultural understanding

• Relationship Skills – building communication, collaboration, and trust

• Responsible Decision-Making – making choices rooted in safety, integrity, and well-being

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Why Choose Grounded Stars

 

Every program we deliver is rooted in compassion, cultural affirmation, and community connection. Our goal is always the same: to create safe, inspiring spaces where youth feel seen, celebrated, and equipped with real tools to face life with confidence.

 

Join Our Mission

 

We proudly collaborate with:

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Schools, homeschools, educators

Foster care agencies

Families & caregivers

Youth creative & athletic organizations

Pediatric providers & hospitals

Courts, diversion programs, community agencies

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Together, we are not just responding to crisis — we are preventing it, building futures grounded in healing, joy, and equity.