Join Our UCLA PEERS® for Pre-Schoolers Support Group!
Is your teen struggling to connect with peers, manage social interactions, or navigate the complexities of friendship and communication? Our UCLA PEERS® for Adolescents program is a proven, evidence-based social skills training that provides essential support and guidance for adolescents facing social challenges.
Why Enroll in PEERS®?
This group is designed to empower teenagers with social tools that can transform their daily interactions. Developed at UCLA and used worldwide, the PEERS® program offers practical, research-backed techniques that help adolescents build friendships, manage social anxiety, and improve their emotional well-being. It’s especially beneficial for teens with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, anxiety, and other socioemotional difficulties.
What Your Teen Will Gain:
Real-Life Skills: Teens learn how to start conversations, handle teasing and bullying, make and keep friends, and confidently navigate social settings.
Supportive Environment: Led by certified professionals in a safe, encouraging setting, teens can practice new skills and receive constructive feedback.
Parent Involvement: Parents are guided on how to support and reinforce their teen’s social growth outside of the group.
By joining our PEERS® group, your teen will be equipped with skills that promote independence, resilience, and confidence in social situations. This is more than just a workshop – it’s a journey toward meaningful, lasting connections.
Reserve a Spot Today!
Empower your teen to thrive socially with skills that make a difference. Spots are limited, so enroll today to give your teen the gift of stronger social skills and lasting friendships.
Since 1982, the UCLA Parenting & Children’s Friendship Program has helped thousands of families by teaching parents how to increase cooperation and giving children the skills to form meaningful friendships.
If you have a child with behavioral problems or a child who struggles in social situations, our experts are here to help.
Please see our program descriptions for more information about each program.
SERVICES:
Social Skills for Children: We offer a 12-week, parent assisted, evidence-based, social skills intervention for children in elementary school who need help making and keeping friends.