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PEERS® Social Skills Group for Teens (Ages 13–18)

Is your teen ready and motivated to build meaningful friendships and grow in social confidence? PEERS® is a 16-week, evidence-based social skills program designed for teens with autism and other social challenges who are currently in 7th through 12th grade. 

Each week, teens meet in a small group setting for 90 minutes to learn and practice practical social strategies. While teens are participating in their group, parents attend a separate session to learn how to coach and support their teen at home through weekly practice assignments.

Skills We Focus On

• Starting and maintaining conversations

• Finding common interests

• Using humor appropriately

• Navigating gossip, teasing, and rejection

• Choosing appropriate friends

• Planning and hosting get-togethers 

• Using electronic communication (e.g., calls, texts, etc.)

• Handling conflicts and disagreements

• Good sportsmanship

• And more!

Who it’s for: Teens ages 13–18 in grades 7–12

• When: TBD

• Where: TBD 

• Parent participation is required

What Teens Can Expect

• A supportive group environment

• Weekly practice with trained Peer Mentors

• Real-life social skill application through homework

• Fun, interactive learning with peers

What Parents Can Expect

• Step-by-step coaching strategies

• Weekly guidance to reinforce skills at home

• Connection with other caregivers on a similar journey

Funding and Enrollment

Private pay and Family Support Funds through Bobby Dodd Institute (BDI) are accepted. BDI approval must be confirmed before beginning the intake process.

Ready to learn more?
Complete our Client Interest Form  or contact Tangerine Behavioral’s PEERS Team at wecare@tangerinebehavioral.com