S.T.E.P. Program
During the school year, we offer evidence-based social skills programming for children and adolescents who would benefit from additional social skills instruction, regardless of diagnosis. Through our S.T.E.P. Program (Social Skills Through Evidence-Based Programming) groups use an applied behavior analysis approach to teach social skills, and we emphasize the importance of practice in and outside of sessions.
New families who are interested in groups will receive a free consultation with a member of our team to answer your questions and determine whether we have the resources to meet your child’s needs.
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Participation Requirements
- Social skills groups are open to children and adolescents between 7 and 21 years of age.
- No formal diagnosis is required to participate.
- While members are not required to attend all sessions, we find that consistent attendance results in the most progress.
- Due to the fact that our groups use group instruction, group members are required to have conversational language, toilet independently, and not engage in aggressive or self-injurious behaviors. If we do not have the resources to meet your child’s needs in social skills groups, we will provide referrals to other services.
Group Topics
- Communication skills
- Making and keeping friends
- Avoiding bullying
- Sportsmanship
- Following rules
- Problem-solving
- Flexible thinking
- Planning and organization
- Controlling impulses
- Anxiety management
Session Schedule
We hold two sessions during each school year. Sessions typically begin in September and January.
There are 12 meetings over the course of the Spring 2023 semester beginning the week of January 23rd. Weekly sessions will be held as follows:
Monday
4:00-5:15 | Elementary School (ages 7+)
Tuesday
4:00-5:15 | Teens through age 21
Wednesday
4:00-5:15 | Middle School
