What we do and when we do it
Introducing PEERS: A Skill-Building Program for Neurodiverse Teens and Their Parents!
Help your teen build social confidence, make meaningful friendships, and develop real-world communication skills with our PEERS clinic sessions. Designed specifically for neurodiverse teens, PEERS teaches essential social strategies in a supportive, inclusive setting where both teens and parents learn and grow together.
Why PEERS?
Our program empowers teens with practical, life-enhancing skills, from mastering a simple phone conversation to navigating complex social situations like group conversations and handling bullying. Each week, teens learn a new, tangible skill, practicing it with peers in the group and later with the guidance of parents, who participate as their social coaches. Parents, you’ll gain tools to support your teen’s progress and foster open communication at home.
Flexible, Comprehensive Support
Each 1-hour online session for teens is followed by a 1-hour online session for parents, so you’ll stay in sync with your teen’s learning. Sessions run on Sundays, with make-up options available for missed meetings. At only $50 per week, this is an investment in your teen’s confidence and relationship-building skills that will benefit them for years to come.
Program Highlights
- **Weekly Skill-Building**: Teens learn to make phone calls, text, engage on social media, and more.
- **Real-Life Practice**: Teens practice new skills with fellow group members, building confidence and familiarity.
- **Gradual, Goal-Oriented Progress**: Teens build up to initiating a hangout with a potential friend by the end of the program.
- **Parent Empowerment**: Learn how to support your teen’s social journey, becoming a proactive guide and advocate.
This is more than a social skills program—it’s a journey that deepens the parent-teen bond and builds a community of families who share common experiences. Discover the power of PEERS and help your teen thrive in social settings!