From Barriers to Brilliance: 

Youth Civic Light Opera of Chicago is a nonprofit dedicated to helping youth and families in Chicago build
emotional resilience and well-being. We provide holistic programs that integrate Emotional Freedom Techniques
(EFT), fine and performing arts education, and youth-led research to empower individuals to overcome emotional
challenges and thrive.

Youth Civic Light Opera of Chicago is a nonprofit dedicated to helping youth and families in Chicago build
emotional resilience and well-being. We provide holistic programs that integrate Emotional Freedom Techniques
(EFT), fine and performing arts education, and youth-led research to empower individuals to overcome emotional
challenges and thrive.

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Unlock Wellness with EFT: A Gentle Technique Combining Tapping, Psychology, and Acupressure to Reduce Stress, Alleviate Anxiety, and Boost Well-Being.

EFT
 (Tapping)

Unlock Well-Being Through EFT And The Arts

Engage in Visual and Performing Arts to Promote Mindfulness, Reduce Stress, and Boost Self-Esteem. Through artistic activities participants release tension, foster emotional healing, and connect with others.

Performing and Visual Arts

Individuals take an leadership role in the research process to foster peer connection and support, develop valuable skills, and gain relevant insights to understand mental health and mindfulness.


Youth-Led Research

Don't just take our word for it 

Kye (Middle School participant in YCLOC)

Kye (Middle School participant in YCLOC)

"While attending classes and YCLOC remotely, I went from being an average student to an honor roll student. I learned about self-control and using the arts (Drama) to help me process and release negative emotions and behaviors."




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We offer a free consultation to see if our services would be a good fit for your school, organization or agency.
 

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