This group is a great fit for teens ages 13–17 who want help with things like starting conversations, making and keeping friends, joining group activities, or handling changes in routine. It’s also helpful for teens who may feel anxious in social situations or who struggle to pick up on social cues.

We’re looking for participants who can speak in full sentences, follow group rules, and take care of their own bathroom and snack needs. Teens should be able to sit for short group lessons, move between activities with a little help, and be safe around others.

If your teen needs one-on-one support or often has strong outbursts, let’s chat to see if this group is the right fit right now.

What Will We Do?

Each week, we’ll focus on:

• Goal Setting & Self-Awareness
  Teens will explore their strengths and interests, complete fun self-discovery activities like “All About Me” worksheets, and learn how to set realistic short- and long-term goals using tools like SMART goal planning.

• Building Confidence & Self-Advocacy
  Through role-plays and social scenarios, teens will practice expressing their needs, understanding their social identity, and learning how to speak up for themselves in respectful and effective ways.

• Conversation & Perspective-Taking
  Teens will engage in games and group activities that help them start and maintain conversations, take turns, and consider how others might think or feel in social situations.

• Emotional Regulation & Coping Skills
  Teens will identify their emotions and triggers, learn self-monitoring techniques, and create a personalized coping “toolbox” using the Zones of Regulation framework.

• Teamwork & Problem Solving
  Teens will work in small groups to complete creative challenges, play games that require flexibility, and learn how to resolve social conflicts by seeing things from different points of view.

• Real-World Planning & Reflection
  Teens will use planners and checklists to track goals, break down tasks into steps, and prepare for a final “Social Success Showcase” where they reflect on what they’ve learned and celebrate their progress with peers.

Led by Experts

The group is led by trained behavior experts, including a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). They’ll help guide each teen in a safe, caring way.