Social Skills Groups for Kids
in Newport Beach & Torrance, CA
If your child has difficulty making friends, taking turns in conversation, or understanding social cues, a social skills group may be a great fit.
Our social skills groups help children and teens build the communication and social understanding they need to feel confident at home, in school, and in the community. These group sessions are fun, structured, and designed to meet kids where they are. Call today to enroll your child, and let’s help them reach their fullest potential
What Are Social Skills Groups?
Social skills groups are small, supportive group sessions that help children learn how to interact more effectively with others. Our groups focus on developing two key areas of social skills:
- Pragmatic language – how we use language socially
- Social cognition – how we understand others’ thoughts, emotions, and intentions
Each group is led by a licensed therapist and tailored to the needs of children with similar social-cognitive and behavioral skill levels.
Who Can Benefit from Social Skills Groups?
Our social skills groups are ideal for children and teens who need extra support navigating peer relationships, classroom dynamics, or everyday social interactions. Reach out to us to inquire about joining if your child:
- Struggles to make or keep friends
- Avoids group settings or social situations
- Interrupts frequently or dominates conversations
- Has trouble taking turns or sharing
- Doesn’t pick up on body language or tone of voice
- Reacts strongly or emotionally during conflicts
- Talks mostly about one topic or “monologues”
- Shows difficulty understanding others’ feelings or perspectives
Our Approach to Social Skills Groups
At Stepping Stones, we believe children learn best when they feel supported and have the opportunity to practice with their peers. Our groups use evidence-based methods guided by experienced therapists who know how to meet children where they are developmentally. We create a structured but engaging environment that allows children to practice skills in real-time, with support and feedback from a trusted clinician. Our groups are:
- Led by experienced therapists
- Designed for children preschool- young adults
- Created based on age and developmental level
- One hour long and meet weekly
Benefits of Social Skills Groups for Children & Teens
With consistent practice and our support, your child can gain meaningful skills that empower their success in school, friendships, and beyond. Our social skills groups can help children learn to:
- Communicate more clearly and effectively
- Take turns and follow social rules
- Better understand facial expressions, body language, and nonverbal cues
- Initiate and maintain conversations
- Recognize and regulate their emotions
- Feel more confident in social settings
- Respect personal space and social boundaries
- Better understand others’ thoughts, feelings, and reactions
- Solve social or communication problems (conflict resolution)
- Reduce anxiety in unfamiliar or unstructured social situations
- Practice self-advocacy and respectful disagreement
- Make lasting friendships with others
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Why Choose Stepping Stones?
Stepping Stones has been a trusted leader in pediatric therapy for nearly 20 years. Families across Orange County and South Bay trust us because of our:
- Highly trained clinicians with specialized expertise
- Personalized, goal-oriented care
- Welcoming, family-centered environment
- Holistic approach to treatment
- Strong collaboration with families and other professionals
- Proven record of helping children reach their fullest potential
Reserve Your Child’s Spot Today
Interested in giving your child the opportunity to practice their social skills with our experts? Reach out to Stepping Stones in Newport Beach at (949) 955-0010 or Torrance at (310) 921-8797 to inquire about joining our social skills groups. Together, we’ll give your child the tools they need to build stronger friendships and improve their communication skills.