Group therapy provides a unique opportunity for children to work on skills with peers in a safe & small group setting with more support than they would get in other settings such as the classroom.
Groups meet at our East Campus and are led by an occupational therapist, a speech therapist and two adult volunteers. Children are grouped based on age and cognitive skill level.
Groups contain about 6-7 kids and meet every other week during the school year on Wednesdays (August to May).
We have groups for 4–12 year olds and also a teen social club that meets weekly. Other specialized group offerings may be offered various times throughout the year or summer.
Most people, including children, are spending more time than ever sitting with a screen. This means less time socializing, moving and interacting with the world around them.
While there are many areas of development that can suffer as a result, social and emotional skills are a huge one.
Our groups provide a unique opportunity for children to work on skills with peers in a safe, small group setting with more support than they would get in other settings such as the classroom.
Children are able to explore socially and gain confidence to take their skills out into the community.
Waiting in line
Staying with the group
Taking turns
Communicating needs
Following (group) directions
Simple greetings
Asking a friend to play
Cooperative play & attention
Social greetings & personal space
Waiting in line
Conversation skills
Non-verbal communication skills
Tone of voice
Friendship skills
Understanding yours and other’s emotions
Problem solving
Working in a group
Coping & regulation
Bullying & anxiety
Affirmation & gratitude
Mindfulness & empathy
Table manners
Gift giving & receiving
Digital etiquette
Kids Center aims to offer a safe space for teens to connect, make friends, share, and gain confidence. Teen Social Club offers teen-directed fun with supervision facilitated by our therapy staff and 2 adult volunteers.
Details:
A referral to group is made as part of your child’s treatment plan and model of care. All children must be current Kids Center clients and/or evaluated by occupational therapy or speech therapy before a recommendation for group therapy is made.
Group therapy is covered by some insurance plans. We also have scholarships available based on financial need.
Please direct questions to the primary therapist that sees your child.
To learn more about our groups, please contact us at (502) 635-6397.
