PEERS Social Skills Group for Adolescents
Helping Teens Build Confidence and Friendships
A structured social skills group for adolescents on the Autism Spectrum who want help making friends, handling conversations, and feeling more confident in social situations.
Space is limited. Summer group forming now.
Evidence-Based Program – Parent Participation Included – Led by a Certified PEERS Provider
Why Families Consider a Social Skills Group
Many parents reach out because their teen wants friends but struggles to connect with others. They may feel unsure how to start conversations, join group activities, or handle social situations that feel overwhelming.
This PEERS social skills group for Teens in Lynchburg provides practical guidance and support to help teens build confidence and develop the skills needed to form healthy friendships.
Who This Group Is For
What Teens will Learn
Practical skills they can use right away in school, activities, and everyday social situations
- Start & maintain conversations
Build & maintain friendships
Join group activities with confidence
Handle disagreements & misunderstandings
- Use humor & communication appropriately
Manage anxiety in social situations
How the Program Works
Practical skills they can use right away in school, activities, and everyday social situations
Structured Weekly Sessions
Each session follows a consistent format designed to help teens learn, practice, and apply social skills in real-world situations.
Active Skill Practice
Participants practice new skills through guided role-play, group interaction, and real-life examples.
Weekly Feedback and Support
Group leaders provide feedback and coaching to help teens understand what worked and how to improve.
Real-World Practice Between Sessions
Weekly assignments help teens practice new skills in real-life situations with support from their parent or social coach.
This structured approach helps teens build confidence and develop skills they can use in school, social settings, and everyday life.
Program Details
This program is designed to provide consistent structure, clear expectations, and practical skill building for adolescents. Each group session focuses on real world social situations and gives teens opportunities to practice new skills in a supportive setting.
Parent Participation Required
Parents or designated social coaches attend separate sessions to learn the same skills and support practice at home.
What Makes This Program Different
Many teens are told to “just socialize,” but they are rarely shown how.
This program provides clear instruction, guided practice, and consistent support to help teens develop real social skills. Parents and social coaches are actively involved in the process, helping reinforce new behaviors at home and encouraging lasting change.
Meet the Group Leader
Tanya McIntyre – PEERS Certified
Certified facilitator trained in the PEERS social skills model
Passionate about helping teens build confidence & friendships
Serving Families Across Central Virginia
Lynchburg • Bedford • Roanoke • Charlottesville • Richmond • Danville