Is your child struggling with making friends at school? Do you notice that your child often does not say the right thing at the appropriate time? Does your child display challenges with self-regulation or motor planning skills that impact activities with peers? Your child may benefit from social skills training to more confidently and effectively communicate, regulate impulsiveness, and work as part of a team while performing multi-step motor activities.
Our therapists are experts in leading and facilitating social group therapy sessions. These sessions are led by our occupational therapist and our speech-language pathologists depending on the needs of the group participants. Children often begin with individualized therapy services first and then move on to practice skills in a group format.
Give Skills on the Hill Pediatric Therapy in Washington, DC or Arlington, VA a call today to schedule an appointment.
What is social skills group therapy?
Social skills group therapy is helpful for children who may be experiencing:
- Difficulty with self-regulating impulses and attention toward others
- Challenges with executive functioning skills and participating in activities requiring planning, sequencing, and working as a team
- Difficulty with pragmatic “social” language and knowing how to verbally engage with others in conversation
- Decreased self-esteem or anxiety in social situations
During social skills group therapy, children engage in age-appropriate and motivating tasks. Skills addressed may include reading social cues and body language, expressing and interpreting emotions, working as a team, solving problems, and regulating behavior and responses in different situations.
The group therapy format offers a safe and comfortable setting to learn, practice, and develop meaningful relationships.
We invite you to contact Skills on the Hill Pediatric Therapy in Washington, DC or Arlington, VA to see if this form of therapy will benefit your child. We have a history of excellent results and are passionate about helping your child become more comfortable and confident in social situations.
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