Children's Friendship: Social Skills group for children 7-12 years old struggling with social interaction and friendship making/keeping. The group runs for approximately 14 weeks. (Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30PM) PEERS: Social Skills group for adolescents 13-18 years old struggling with social interaction and friendship making/keeping. The group runs for approximately 14 weeks. Parent group runs concurrently to this group. (Thursdays, 5:00-6:30PM)
I have worked extensively with children and adolescents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders, specifically Asperger's Disorder, and with children and adolescents struggling with cognitive, mood and behavioral concerns.
I have over 15 years of experience in working with children, adolescents and families in the Chicago, Illinois and Palm Beach, Florida area. I have worked in schools, hospitals and residential treatment settings. I am leading groups for adolescents and see children and adolescents individually and with their families. I work from a family perspective and believe that children and adolescents live, work and play in a larger system that must often be involved in treatment.
IN HOME- ABA THERAPY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
We are not here to fix your child or to cure autism.
MOD Behavior ABA provides In home and community ABA services to all of Palm Beach County & some parts of North Broward County. For ABA services, an experienced behavior technician comes to your home, and conducts ABA therapy with a sole purpose on teaching socially significant behaviors: functional communication skills, daily living activities (ADL’s), potty training, social/emotional skills training, academic foundational help and alternatives to challenging behaviors. In addition to the child’s behaviors, we also educate the parents on various techniques and strategies to implement when we are not around.
Raising a son or daughter is a very challenging task for most parents, but bringing up an Autistic child is extremely overwhelming. Joining this group will; help you to learn new parenting techniques, understand ASD better, and develop a support system for yourself.
Hosted by Dr. Jeremy Grunfeld
Marriage & Family Therapist, Ph D, LMFT, C-DBT, C-ASDCS, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Boca Raton, FL 33431
I am a Certified DBT Therapist, Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider, Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
The hardest part is over. You have made the first step to resolving the problem. With 26 years of experience in the field, I pride myself on working with people who have not achieved desired results in previous therapy experiences. Sessions are provided both in-person and through teletherapy. I have extensive experience helping adolescents and adults who are not feeling satisfied with their lives. Additionally, I have a team of professionals who offer psychological evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, speech and language therapy, social skills training, and ABA Therapy.
An opportunity for teenagers on the Autism Spectrum to develop and implement new social skills in order to establish and maintain friendships.
Hosted by Dr. Jeremy Grunfeld
Marriage & Family Therapist, Ph D, LMFT, C-DBT, C-ASDCS, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Boca Raton, FL 33431
I am a Certified DBT Therapist, Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider, Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
The hardest part is over. You have made the first step to resolving the problem. With 26 years of experience in the field, I pride myself on working with people who have not achieved desired results in previous therapy experiences. Sessions are provided both in-person and through teletherapy. I have extensive experience helping adolescents and adults who are not feeling satisfied with their lives. Additionally, I have a team of professionals who offer psychological evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, speech and language therapy, social skills training, and ABA Therapy.
This group focuses on the social, financial, housing and career issues that face adults with low level autism. Through discussions, role playing, and social interaction participants will build relationships and learn new skills.
Hosted by Linda Wechter-Ashkin
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Delray Beach, FL 33446
Hello wonderful community! As a licensed psychologist, I'm on a mission to create a safe space for positive mental health and growth. I have a background as an educational psychologist, a certified and licensed school psychologist, a life coach and certified love and respect marriage mentor. I provide solution-based therapy for children and adults going through transitions that cause stress, anxiety, depression, and anger. I offer gifted testing as well as educational, and neuropsychological testing followed by comprehensive treatment plans for children and adults experiencing academic, cognitive or behavioral underachievement.
This evidenced-based group is for teens to learn and practice the skills needed to navigate the social world. Topics of this group include maintaining appropriate friendships, making the right choices in social situations, development of healthy self-esteem, finding common interests with peers, non-verbal communication, and dealing with teasing/bullying, peer conflict, and rejection. We have middle school and high school aged groups. Samantha Samarelli, M.A. is our group facilitator. The next session is set to begin Jan 2023. Contact us to be added to the waitlist.
Are you feeling stressed-out, anxious, or depressed? Are you going through changes in your life and having a difficult time coping? Maybe you are having difficulties in your relationship or have recently gone through a breakup/divorce? Do you have a child who is struggling with peers or behaviors? Perhaps you are struggling with a loss and need support. If you are looking for a nonjudgmental place to express yourself, I would love to work with you. I can help you identify your strengths, develop solutions, and improve your quality of life.
Neurodiverse adults will have the opportunity to meet other peers, connect, and build on skills through training, workshop, role play, and group discussions. This group will foster acceptance and connection amongst peers and facilitate self-discovery and encouragement to reach their goals through self-expression of thoughts, feelings and ideas. Insurance is accepted.
Hosted by Alanna Teitelbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Boca Raton, FL 33434
Alanna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Tulane University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Florida State University. She is experienced working with adults, youth (6 years old through end of adolescence), and Neurodiverse individuals. Alanna has worked in a variety of clinical settings and is a Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist (CAGCS). Alanna specializes in working with those with Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Relationship issues, Grief/Loss, Trauma, and Day-to-Day Stressors.
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Autism Support Groups
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.