Social Skills Groups

The objective of our social skills groups is to honor all the ways children choose to relate, communicate, and connect with others. This includes providing tools that help strengthen their social understanding, emotional regulation, and confidence in group settings.

Recent research has shown that developmentally supportive, play-based social groups can help children of all abilities improve their quality of life through:

• Strengthening joint attention and shared engagement

• Building turn-taking, cooperation, and flexible social play

• Encouraging expressive and receptive communication

• Supporting emotional awareness and self-regulation

• Fostering problem-solving and peer interaction skills

• Increasing comfort and confidence within group routines

Through social skills groups, children can develop meaningful connections, learn foundational interaction skills, and experience the joy of shared play in a warm, supportive environment.

Sessions can be held in various settings depending on the needs of the child and the availability of resources. These may include:​

• Flourishing Hope's Enrichment Center as part of a structured program.

• Outdoor or community spaces for a calming, nature-based experience.

• Schools or educational setting.

Our social skills groups are intentionally kept small to ensure every child receives meaningful support and individualized attention. Each group includes 2–4 children at a time, allowing us to create a comfortable, predictable environment where real connections can form.

We look forward to hearing from you and answering any further questions you might have. Please see the contact us form below.