Through the Looking Glass
A weekly talking circle for tweens, ages 10–13 through the lens of photography
Children and teens get all the attention. But what about those in-between?
The years between 10 and 13 are their own quiet revolution; friendships shift, identity takes shape, the world grows louder, and so much feels hard to put into words. Through the Looking Glass gives tweens a space of their own: a small, weekly circle where they can slow down and feel genuinely heard.
Photography is the way in. Some weeks the group takes their own photos; other weeks they look at images together.
From there, the conversation opens onto the themes that shape these years: identity, relationships, change, social media, family, school, current events… and everything in between.
How it works
A weekly circle, every Thursday after school
45 minutes 45 minutes of guided conversation, with photography as the starting point
A small group: places are intentionally limited so every voice has room
Led by Carolina Porto, Clinical Psychologist with 15 years alongside families
A full-year journey, September through June, so the group settles in and stays together
About Carolina Porto
For 15 years, Carolina has worked with children, teens, and families from across the world. A licensed clinical psychologist and the founder of Nest&Bloom, she created Through the Looking Glass as the space she believes every tween deserves, where being in-between is not something to get through, but something to explore.
Practical details
Who: Tweens, ages 10–13
When: Thursdays · 5:30–6:15pm
Term: 17 September to 17 June; 30 sessions, with no sessions during school holidays
Where: Nest&Bloom · 35 rue de Courcelles, 75008 Paris
Led by: Carolina Porto, Clinical Psychologist
Fees & enrolment
Through the Looking Glass is a full-year commitment (September–June), so the group stays consistent and every child can settle in.
Flexible payment:
In full: €900/year
By trimester: €300 × 3
All prices include VAT.
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