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The Mountain CAP Family Support Center is teaming with the Mountain CAP Child Advocacy Center to offer a free behavior therapy group for teens ages 14-18.

Sessions begin May 15 and will run weekly from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at 30 East Main Street in Buckhannon.

The group is open to local teens between the ages of 14 and 18. Pre-registration is required to secure a spot.

To pre-register:

Call the Mountain CAP Family Support Center at 304-878-3115
Or call the Mountain CAP Child Advocacy Center at 304-472-0020

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