Social Skills Training Sessions
Social Skills Training (TUS) sessions take place in small, up to 4 people groups. For children’s groups, the sessions aim to develop skills such as cooperative play, communication with peers, forming healthy relationships, and building assertiveness. In adolescent groups, we focus on how to make friends, communicate boundaries, respond to verbal and physical aggression, and resist peer pressure.
Elements of TUS Sessions:
- Identification of Social Skills: At the beginning of the program, our therapists help children identify specific social skills they want to develop. These may include verbal and non-verbal communication skills, conflict resolution, making connections with others, and building positive relationships.
- Education and Learning: During the sessions, therapists lead discussions, presentations, and workshops to teach participants the basic principles of social communication, empathy, assertiveness, and interpersonal problem-solving. Participants gain knowledge about various social situations and techniques for handling them.
- Practical Exercises: A key element of the sessions is practical exercises, where children have the opportunity to take on different roles and practice newly acquired skills. This may involve scenarios of social interactions, simulation of conversations, or group games that allow experimentation with different behaviors and strategies.
- Feedback and Evaluation (adolescents): Our therapists provide children with constructive feedback on their progress. They help identify strengths and areas for further development, enabling them to effectively track their progress and continue working on their skills outside of the sessions.
- Application in Daily Life: Our goal is not only to teach social skills in the therapy room but also to encourage children to apply them in everyday life situations. Therapists support workshop participants in overcoming barriers and applying new skills in work, school, family, and social relationships.
Who Are TUS Sessions For?
Social Skills Training (TUS) sessions are designed for children and adolescents who have difficulties with making friends, understanding and expressing emotions, resolving conflicts, or managing themselves within a peer group.
TUS sessions can be particularly beneficial for children on the autism spectrum who need support in developing social skills and adapting to society.
Sessions are also valuable for children diagnosed with ADHD or attention deficits, who may struggle with impulse control, maintaining attention, and adapting to social norms. Workshops can help them develop social skills and manage their behavior effectively.