Seeking Social skills group for 12 year old daughter
Hello.
I am wondering if anyone has any recommendations on social skill groups for preteens? My 12 year old daughter is struggling with making friends and I'd like to get her in programs to improve her social skills. I have done some online searching but they all seem to be either way in SF, Marin or the South Bay areas. We live in El Cerrito and it would be nice to find something not too far like in Berkeley, Oakland or anywhere else that is close in proximity. If anyone can point to a place they have used or know about, please share! thanks!
Apr 12, 2018
Parent Replies
Communication Works in Oakland has excellent social skills groups.
Communication Works in Oakland. Also Maria Antoniadis used to have a group in Oakland but I believe someone else is running it now. You can call Maria (510) 336-1120 to get a referral to the group if it is still going on. Good luck!
We've tried several social skills groups but by far the most helpful has been Think Social East Bay on Grand Avenue in Oakland. My daughter loves it ,and I notice a big difference in her ability to interact with peers. Shelly, group leader, can be reached at 510-444-8732.
My 14 yr old daughter attends a Middle school group at Kaiser Oakland. When she too old for that group, we can choose the teen group. It seems good for her as she has been wanting to go. We looked into this because she has a hard time connecting with other kids her age; not aggressive or making trouble, just awkward and clumsy in social interactions.
We also looked into Communication Works which is no more, but they refer clients to 7 Bridges Therapy located in Oakland on Keller Ave. 925-708-9020
All the best :-)