Group Programs

Social Skills Groups

Many children and adolescents desire friendships but struggle with the skills necessary to develop and maintain positive peer relationships.

Our Social Skills Groups provide opportunities for participants to learn, practice, and strengthen essential interpersonal skills in a supportive environment.

Topics may include:

• Starting conversations
• Maintaining friendships
• Understanding social cues
• Active listening
• Perspective-taking
• Emotional awareness
• Cooperation and teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Self-advocacy

Groups incorporate discussion, activities, role-play, and real-world application to help participants build confidence and social competence.

Executive Functioning Skills Groups

Executive functioning skills play a critical role in academic success, independence, and daily functioning.

These groups help children and adolescents strengthen practical skills related to:

• Organization
• Time management
• Planning and prioritization
• Goal setting
• Task initiation
• Study skills
• Self-monitoring
• Problem-solving
• Emotional regulation

Participants learn strategies they can immediately apply at home and school.

Emotional Regulation Groups

Learning to identify, understand, and manage emotions is a critical life skill.

Our emotional regulation groups help children and adolescents develop greater awareness of their emotions while learning practical tools for managing stress, frustration, anxiety, disappointment, and overwhelm.

Topics may include:

• Understanding emotions
• The mind-body connection
• Coping strategies
• Self-calming techniques
• Stress management
• Emotional resilience
• Positive self-talk
• Problem-solving skills

Our goal is to help participants develop healthier responses to life's challenges while building confidence and emotional strength.

Neurodiverse Social Success Groups

Children and adolescents with ADHD, Autism, and other neurodevelopmental differences often benefit from structured opportunities to practice social interaction, communication, flexibility, and relationship-building skills.

These groups provide:

• Guided social interaction
• Peer connection opportunities
• Communication skill development
• Friendship-building support
• Emotional awareness activities
• Confidence-building experiences

Participants are encouraged to recognize their strengths while developing skills that support meaningful relationships and successful social engagement.

Parent Support Groups

Parenting a child with ADHD, Autism, executive functioning challenges, or social-emotional difficulties can be rewarding and demanding.

Our Parent Support Groups provide a space where caregivers can learn, share experiences, gain practical tools, and receive encouragement from professionals and other parents navigating similar journeys.

Topics may include:

• Understanding neurodevelopmental differences
• Emotional regulation strategies
• Positive parenting approaches
• School collaboration
• Advocacy skills
• Building resilience
• Managing family stress
• Supporting independence

Parents often discover that they are not alone and that practical support can make a meaningful difference.

Multi-Family Support Groups

Growth often occurs when families learn together.

Our Multi-Family Support Groups bring parents, caregivers, and children together to strengthen communication, improve understanding, and build healthier family relationships.

Sessions may focus on:

• Family communication
• Emotional awareness
• Conflict resolution
• Problem-solving
• Building connection
• Strengthening support systems
• Supporting neurodiverse family members

These groups create opportunities for families to learn, practice, and grow together.

Summer Enrichment Programs

Our seasonal programs provide children and adolescents with opportunities to continue developing important social, emotional, executive functioning, and life skills outside of the traditional school environment.

Programs may include:

• Social skills development
• Leadership activities
• Emotional intelligence training
• Team-building experiences
• Executive functioning skill-building
• Confidence-building activities
• Creative expression opportunities

Our goal is to create meaningful experiences that support growth while making learning engaging and enjoyable.

Why Families Choose Our Group Programs

✓ Small, Supportive Learning Environments

✓ ADHD and Autism Expertise

✓ Social Skills Development

✓ Executive Functioning Support

✓ Emotional Regulation Skill Building

✓ Parent and Family Engagement

✓ Practical Real-World Application

✓ Evidence-Informed Approaches

Serving Families Throughout Maryland

We proudly serve children, adolescents, and families throughout:

• Bowie
• Upper Marlboro
• Mitchellville
• Largo
• Lanham
• Greenbelt
• Hyattsville
• College Park
• Laurel
• Prince George's County
• Anne Arundel County
• Montgomery County
• Surrounding Maryland communities

Building Skills for Lifelong Success

Whether your child needs support with social skills, emotional regulation, executive functioning, confidence, or peer relationships, our group programs provide opportunities to learn, grow, and connect in a supportive environment.

Learn More About Upcoming Groups

Contact the NeuroDevelopment & Family Advocacy Institute to learn about current and upcoming group programs for children, adolescents, and families.