PEERS® for Preschoolers (and Kindergarteners) Social Skills Group

The PEERS® for Preschoolers (and Kindergarteners) program is an evidence-based social skills intervention designed specifically for young children ages 4-6 who may struggle with making and keeping friends. Developed at UCLA, PEERS® is widely recognized for its success in helping children with social challenges, including those with autism, ADHD, anxiety, and other developmental differences.

In this engaging, play-based group, children learn foundational social skills such as:

• Listening and following directions

• Sharing, taking turns, and cooperative play

• Asking a friend to play

• Managing big feelings

• Building confidence in social situations

Parents are actively involved in the program, serving as their child's social coach and learning strategies to support their child's social development and reinforcing skills at home. Through structured activities, role-playing, and positive reinforcement, children gain the tools they need to develop meaningful friendships in a fun and supportive environment.

Whether your child is shy, has difficulty joining in with peers, or faces specific social challenges related to autism or other neurodivergent identities, the PEERS® for Preschoolers program provides a warm, structured setting to nurture essential social skills.

As a certified PEERS® provider, I ensure that you and your child receive expert guidance grounded in the latest research and best practices.

Groups are 16 weeks. Please reach out if interested in your child joining an upcoming group.