Social Skills Groups
Does your child crave connection, but have trouble making friends? Do they struggle with keeping friendships going or need help knowing how to handle teasing or feel unsure about how to navigate social interactions?
You're not alone! Our Social Skills Groups (ages 4-17) provide a welcoming space for kids to learn, grow, and have fun together. We empower them with the skills to confidently handle social interactions, fostering empathy, communication, and positive friendships.
Read on for more information or contact us today to join the waitlist.
Middle & High School Students: PEERS®
Unlock your child’s potential for social growth through the PEERS® program. Tailored for adolescents aged 12-17 (6th grade+), this evidence-based program out of UCLA spans 14-16 weeks consecutive weeks and addresses the social interaction challenges faced by teens and young adults. Whether it's making new friends, strengthening existing friendships, or navigating conflicts and rejections, our program equips participants with essential skills for social success.
All adolescent groups are IN-PERSON, with 5-10 teens per group. Only PEERS® CERTIFIED trainers lead our groups.
Parent participation is a mandatory component of our program, ensuring comprehensive support and reinforcement of learned skills. Parent groups are held virtually each week.
We screen all potential group members to ensure a good fit, taking into account similar ages and development. Groups typically run in the fall and winter or spring.
Fill out this form to get on the waiting list for the next group or contact us now to get more information.
Screening NOW for FALL 2025!
Testimonials about PEERS/Social Skills Group
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PEERS is superbly run by people who love what they do. The weekly cadence of teen sessions followed closely by parent sessions is perfect. My child has shown increased optimism and confidence due to PEERS. Thank you!
Martin, parent of a Teen in PEERS/Social Skills Group
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[PEERS] was a great group and gave my daughter confidence to handle tough situations. It helped me learn how to explain things I didn't know how to put in words.
Jennifer, parent of a teen in PEERS/Social Skills Group
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I didn’t like it at first... but I'm glad I finished the program. It actually did help.
Miriam, former member of a teen PEERS/Social Skills Group.
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Overall great environment, great help and support. I can help my child with being able to make connections with other teens.
Edith, parent of a teen in PEERS/Social Skills Group
PEERS® for Preschoolers: Ages 4-6
Is your child struggling in playdates or with peer interactions?
This is a 16 week, evidence based social skills program where parents or caregivers learn practical, lasting tools to support your child’s social skills. You’ll gain step-by-step strategies to coach your child during play and everyday situations.
Certified PEERS® providers will guide you in topics that include:
Listen & follow directions
Ask and use names
Greet friends
Share & give turns
Ask friends to play
Join ongoing games
Keep cool during play
Be a good sport
Transition to new games
Ask & give help
Use good volume control
Keep good body boundaries
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In-Person: child and parent group run concurrently for 90 minutes
Virtual/online: Parent only group
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Your child may be a good fit if they…
have social difficulties, have a diagnosis of Autism or suspected neurodivergence
are between the ages of 4-6
speak consistently and flexibly in phrases of more than 4 words
do not have any significant behavioral problems (i.e. aggression)
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Yes, the parent-only, online format has been shown to be just as effective as in-person programs.
UCLA’s research on the PEERS® model has found similar outcomes between in-person (child + parent) and virtual, parent-only groups. Our group is highly structured and interactive. Each week, parents complete short “coaching homework” videos, which allow us to give personalized feedback and help you make meaningful progress at home.
Experience Matters.
Quality care is a point of pride. When running PEERS® programs, CERTIFIED trainers lead our groups. When layering on Stefanie’s years of experience running groups, you get a powerful combination of clinical expertise, warmth, and practical strategies that truly support neurodivergent children and their families. Our approach is intentional, evidence-based, and tailored to help families make real, lasting progress.
In-Person Groups: we screen all potential group members to ensure a good fit.
Fill out this form to get on the waiting list for the next group or contact us now to get more information.
Elementary Aged Children
Our engaging social skills groups for children ages 4-11 provide a supportive space to learn and grow together. Through fun activities, children develop essential skills like empathy, self-regulation, and understanding others’ perspectives. Groups are thoughtfully curated based on age and shared goals and short term (ie 6-8 weeks).
All groups with KIDS are IN-PERSON.
Feedback for parents is a vital part of our group, ensuring comprehensive support and reinforcement of learned skills. This is embedded within each weekly group.
If you're interested or want to learn more, fill out the form below to be added to our list- we often form groups based on parent interest. We look forward to helping your child thrive socially!
Let’s Talk
Call (424) 307-5007 or send a message to set up a free 15 minute phone call to find out more.