Connections SLP does not offer traditional social skills groups. Our focus is on helping our clients make meaningful connections with others of their choosing, rather than simply with whomever happens to be attending the group at the same time. Often, kids and teens who come to us have had negative experiences in social skills groups because the other members, behavior expectations, and/or goals of the group were not a good fit for them.
Our focus is on helping our older clients determine and achieve their own goals in ways that build upon their strengths and interests. Additionally, we firmly believe that for clients who are trying to find their place in the social world, a supportive adult who knows just how to help is a key piece of the journey. This means that we include parents or other trusted adults in all of our services so that they can act as a knowledgeable and supportive coach during and after sessions. By helping parents learn how and when to coach, our clients can continue to succeed long after their time with us is complete.
Families of younger clients always leave each session with a specific plan to apply the strategies and concepts introduced in that week’s session to their activities, interests, and routines. Each week builds upon the previous one, and participants leave our programs with a set of tools that allows them to continue to achieve their social goals beyond the duration of their time with us.