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 during the school year
45 minutes of guided, confidential group work
A small group: places are intentionally limited so every voice has room
Led by a clinical psychologist, in a warm and judgment-free setting
A full-year journey, September through June, so trust and connection can deepen over time
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: Weekly from September to June; 30 sessions across the year
Where: Nest&Bloom · 35 rue de Courcelles, 75008 Paris
Led by: Carolina Porto, Clinical Psychologist & Founder of Nest&Bloom
Fees & enrolment
Through the Looking Glass is a full-year commitment (September–June), so the group stays consistent and every child can settle in.
€30 per session
€300 per trimester
€900 per year
All prices include VAT.
Flexible payment:
In full: €900/year
By trimester: €300 × 3
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