Social Skills Therapy
Helping children and young people build the confidence, communication and social know-how to connect with others — at school, at home, and out in the community.
Practical support, tailored to your family.
You might be here because…
Making or keeping friends feels consistently difficult.
Reading tone, facial expressions or body language doesn't come easily.
Play with peers often ends in conflict, frustration or withdrawal.
Conversations feel one-sided, or it's hard to know what to say next.
Group settings like the classroom or playground feel overwhelming.
Your child wants friends but isn't sure how to make that happen.
Practical, everyday goals — not just a checklist.
Reading social cues
Understanding tone, facial expressions and body language in everyday interactions.
Conversation skills
Starting, holding and ending conversations comfortably.
Turn-taking & sharing
The foundations of cooperative play and group participation.
Friendship skills
Making, keeping and repairing friendships as they naturally hit bumps.
Managing conflict
Practical strategies for disagreements and social mishaps.
Group participation
Building confidence taking part in classroom, group and community settings.
About this service
Both, depending on what suits the individual — we'll talk through the right format for your child's goals.
No — social skills support benefits many children and young people, for all kinds of reasons.
Yes, the two often go hand in hand and can be worked on together.