Social skills groups for children and adolescents.
Social skills groups, group counselling, specialized groups, and camps help children build confidence, conversation skills, emotional control, and stronger peer connections.
Practice is easier when children have a safe place to try.
Social skills groups, group counselling, specialized groups, and camps help children build confidence, conversation skills, emotional control, and stronger peer connections.
Children observe, practise, and receive feedback in a guided group setting.
Groups can support friendship, conversation, self-control, flexibility, and confidence.
Parent direction helps new skills carry into home, school, and community life.
Younger children, older children, and teens need different group experiences.
The page separates social skills groups, therapeutic group counselling, specialized groups, and camps, so families can find the right fit faster.
Younger kids groups
Play-based work for sharing, turn-taking, feelings, flexible thinking, and early friendship skills.
Older kids and teen groups
Guided work for conversation, confidence, emotional regulation, peer pressure, and social problem-solving.
Group counselling
Structured therapeutic groups such as DBT CALM, anger management, and other specialized groups.
Specialized groups
Focused group programs based on age, readiness, and specific emotional or behavioural needs.
Summer camps
Seasonal programs that combine fun, friendships, and life skills.
Parent support
Parents receive direction so group skills can carry into home, school, and community life.
Social skills registration
Social Skills Groups for Kids and Teens
Positive Kids social skills groups are CBT-based, skills-focused programs for children and teens who need guided practice with peers. The group helps participants understand thoughts, feelings, choices, and social situations while learning practical tools they can use at home, at school, and with friends.
Children groupAges 6 to 12
Teen groupAges 13 to 16
Length4 weeks, 1.5 hours per week
Social skills cost$460
Topics we may work on
Groups are matched by age and readiness. Topics may include making and keeping friends, starting and ending conversations, joining groups, reading social cues, managing anxiety in social situations, handling teasing or bullying, coping with rejection, emotional regulation, anger, impulse control, flexible thinking, confidence, problem-solving, cooperation, perspective-taking, peer pressure, self-advocacy, and school-related social stress.
Who this group may help
Children or teens who want friends but struggle to connect or maintain friendships.
Kids who feel shy, anxious, left out, easily frustrated, or unsure what to do in social situations.
Children with ADHD, autism-related social communication needs, anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, or confidence concerns who would benefit from structured peer practice.
Families looking for a short, focused group before deciding whether more individual, family, or educational support is needed.
Payment is required to reserve a spot. Choose the correct paid program below and complete payment through Stripe. Intake will follow up after payment to confirm child details, fit, schedule, and next steps. For DBT CALM, anger management, or another specialized group, choose Ask Intake first so we can confirm the correct option.
Reserve a spot for social skills groups or summer camp.
Payment is required to reserve a spot for paid groups and camps. Choose the correct option below. Intake will follow up after payment to confirm child details, fit, schedule, and next steps. For DBT CALM, anger management, or another specialized group, ask intake first so we can confirm the right program.
This 6-week group helps girls build confidence, strengthen self-esteem, develop positive coping strategies, and feel more prepared as they head into the new school year.
The group runs on Fridays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., starting Friday, August 7th. Participants meet four times in August and twice in September, giving them time to build skills before school starts and continue practising once the school year begins.
AgesGirls 9-12 years old
StartsFriday, August 7th
Time5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Duration6 weeks
LocationPositive Kids Mississauga
FacilitatorRegistered Psychotherapist
Insurance note: This group is facilitated by a Registered Psychotherapist and may be eligible for private insurance reimbursement under psychotherapy benefits.
Send your question and the email address where our intake team can respond.
Request a Time
Choose your preferred day and time window. Intake will confirm whether that time is available and offer the closest option if it is not.
Where should I begin?
Answer a few questions and this guide will suggest a starting point on the Positive Kids site. This is not a diagnosis; intake can confirm the best fit.
Camp Registration
Send us your camp registration request. Intake will confirm availability, fit, and next steps by email.
Groups & Camps Registration
Select the group or camp you are interested in. Social skills groups are 4 weeks, 1.5 hours per week, and $460. Intake will confirm fit, availability, schedule, and next steps.
Parental Consent Form
Terms and Conditions
A deposit is required to ensure your accepted participation in the Social Skills Group with Positive Kids.
Withdrawal of your participation must be submitted in writing to Positive Kids at intake@positivekids.ca 5 days before the start of the group in order to receive a refund of your deposit.
A cancellation fee of $250 will be applied if Participant withdraws from the program after the start of the group.
Social Skills Groups for Kids and Teens
Positive Kids social skills groups are CBT-based, skills-focused programs for children and teens who need guided practice with peers. The group helps participants understand thoughts, feelings, choices, and social situations while learning practical tools they can use at home, at school, and with friends.
Topics we may work on
Groups are matched by age and readiness. Topics may include making and keeping friends, starting and ending conversations, joining groups, reading social cues, managing anxiety in social situations, handling teasing or bullying, coping with rejection, emotional regulation, anger, impulse control, flexible thinking, confidence, problem-solving, cooperation, perspective-taking, peer pressure, self-advocacy, and school-related social stress.
Who this group may help
Payment is required to reserve a spot. Choose the correct paid program below and complete payment through Stripe. Intake will follow up after payment to confirm child details, fit, schedule, and next steps. For DBT CALM, anger management, or another specialized group, choose Ask Intake first so we can confirm the correct option.