Social Skills Training
Good social skills are essential for successful functioning in life, as they influence school performance, relationships and eventual job success. To meet the high demand for group programs that teach these skills, the Clinical Psychology Center offers “The Friendship Groups” for children ages 7 through 13. The content for the sessions is based on an evidence-based program shown to be effective in improving the social skills of a variety of children.
One group is planned for the fall and another for the spring, depending upon demand and availability. Group leaders are doctoral students in clinical psychology and are supervised by licensed clinical psychologist and CPC Director, Dr. John Barton.
Children will learn rules and guidelines of appropriate social skills and practice these skills with the guidance of the group leaders. Skills include:
- joining a group and being fun to play with
- resolving peer conflict
- coping with rejection and teasing
- having a two-way conversation
- making a good first impression
- being a good sport
- making and keeping friends
Parents are expected to participate actively in a separate program designed to support skilled social behavior.
There is a flat fee charged for participation in the nine week program.
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For more information, call 480-965-7296.
Clinical Psychology Center
Psychology Building
Second Floor, Room 289
950 S. McAllister
P.O. Box 871104
Tempe, AZ 85287-1104
phone: 480-965-7296
fax: 480-965-2972
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