PEERS
Making and Keeping Friends and/or Managing Conflict and Rejection.
PEERS® for Adolescents
- Social/behavioral challenges
- Autism spectrum disorder
- ADHD
- Social pragmatic communication disorder
How it Works
Developing Social Skills
Teens (in one group) are taught social skills through didactic lessons and role-play demonstrations; they practice these skills during group socialization activities.
Parents (in another group) attend sessions simultaneously and are taught how to provide the right support to their teens in making and keeping friends. Parent participation is required.
A minimum of 7 participants is required, with a maximum of 10.
Building Healthy Friendships
- Developing and maintaining friendships
- Managing conflict
Communication & Conversation
Conversational skills
Entering and exiting conversations
Electronic communication
Using humor appropriately
Conflict resolution
- Being a “good sport”
- Handling disagreements
- Handling teasing and bullying
Nurturing Friendships
- Organizing get-togethers
- Encouragement, loyalty and trust
How can I apply?
Contact our office at 800.317.8010 x1 or email us: info@CBTIofSoCal.com to complete a brief phone screen with a member of our staff, and receive an enrollment packet.
Complete and return your enrollment packet.
Schedule an up to 1.5-hour intake appointment with one of our clinicians to determine if our program is appropriate for you and your teen.
When do groups meet?
Days: Wednesdays
Terms: 16 weeks
Frequency: Session start at: 4:30 to 6:00 pm
Where do groups take place?
CBTI of Southern California, Newport Beach, CA
Complete the PEERs Interest Form
Please fill out the form below to schedule a brief phone screening and informational call to see if our program is a good fit for your teen. Rest assured, your information will always remain private.