Social Skills Groups in Ridgefield, NJ
A supportive environment where children can practice communication, play, cooperation, and navigating social situations alongside peers.
Practice With Purpose and Encouragement
Group goals are individualized and guided by clinical needs. Positive reinforcement and carefully planned activities help children practice connection without turning social interaction into a rigid checklist.
Social Skills Are More Than “Being Social”
Every child communicates and connects differently. Social skills support is not about forcing children to behave a certain way. It is about helping them build skills for communication, participation, self-advocacy, relationships, and connection.
Conversation
Practice starting conversations, responding to others, listening, and asking for help.
Cooperative Play
Build skills for taking turns, sharing, joining activities, and playing with peers.
Flexibility & Problem Solving
Practice handling changes, disagreements, and different perspectives.
Self-Advocacy & Friendship
Express preferences, navigate social cues, and build meaningful peer connections.
Getting Started With Lighthouse
1. Talk with our team
A brief call helps us understand your goals and confirm fit.
2. Complete intake
We request and process the paperwork needed to begin.
3. BCBA assessment
A BCBA assesses needs and builds an individualized plan.
4. Authorization & start
We coordinate approval and the start of services.
Insurance Support Made Simpler
Benefits, participation, and authorization requirements vary by plan. Our team can help you understand the intake and authorization process and determine the next steps for your family.
Social Skills Group FAQs
Common questions about supportive, individualized opportunities to practice with peers.
Who may benefit from a social skills group?
Contact Lighthouse to discuss your child’s goals, needs, and whether a current or upcoming group may be an appropriate fit.
What skills may be practiced?
Groups may address conversation, cooperative play, joining activities, problem solving, flexibility, self-advocacy, and navigating disagreements.
Are group goals individualized?
Clinical goals are shaped around the child’s needs rather than expecting every participant to practice the same skills in the same way.
How can I ask about availability?
Call Lighthouse at (973) 454-0528 to ask about current or upcoming social skills group options.
Ask About Social Skills Group Availability
Call Lighthouse to discuss whether a current or upcoming group may align with your child’s goals and needs.