A supportive, neurodiversity-affirming group where teens can build genuine social connections in a safe space free from judgment or rejection. Focus: Better understand the emotions of their peers while learning to express their own feelings in a healthy, constructive way. Develop essential social and emotional skills, including managing conflicts, solving problems, and understanding and expressing emotions. Build tools to navigate challenging situations like conflicts, rejection, bullying, and disagreements with confidence. Feel understood and connected by joining a group of peers who can relate to their experiences, all in a safe and welcoming space. In-network: Cigna, Aetna & Optum/UHC
Hosted by Reach Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S
Group meets in Keller, TX 76244
A supportive, neurodiversity-affirming group where teens can build genuine social connections in a safe space free from judgment or rejection. Focus: Better understand the emotions of their peers while learning to express their own feelings in a healthy, constructive way. Develop essential social and emotional skills, including managing conflicts, solving problems, and understanding and expressing emotions. Build tools to navigate challenging situations like conflicts, rejection, bullying, and disagreements with confidence. Feel understood and connected by joining a group of peers who can relate to their experiences, all in a safe and welcoming space. In-network: Cigna, Aetna & Optum/UHC
An educational and supportive space designed to help parents confidently navigate the journey of supporting their neurodivergent kids and teens. Parenting a differently wired child is a unique journey—one filled with joys, challenges, and opportunities for growth. This group is a safe, affirming space where you can connect with other parents who understand what you’re going through, learn practical strategies to support your child, and feel empowered in your parenting role. IN-NETWORK WITH CIGNA, AETNA, AND OPTUM/UNITED HEALTHCARE
Hosted by Reach Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S
Group meets in Keller, TX 76244
An educational and supportive space designed to help parents confidently navigate the journey of supporting their neurodivergent kids and teens. Parenting a differently wired child is a unique journey—one filled with joys, challenges, and opportunities for growth. This group is a safe, affirming space where you can connect with other parents who understand what you’re going through, learn practical strategies to support your child, and feel empowered in your parenting role. IN-NETWORK WITH CIGNA, AETNA, AND OPTUM/UNITED HEALTHCARE
Starting June 11. Through fun, hands-on LEGO activities and guided interactions, children will build essential social skills to navigate friendships, teamwork, and everyday challenges in a supportive environment. Participants will enhance emotional regulation, mindfulness, communication, and conflict resolution skills while building connections & confidence. Ideal for children (6-8 y/o) seeking support with building friendships, navigating social interactions, or understanding emotions. Location: Keller, TX 76244, Cost: $45/session, Self-pay, Intake required for new clients. Register at www.reachcounselingtx.com (OPEN GROUP)
Starting June 11. Through fun, hands-on LEGO activities and guided interactions, children will build essential social skills to navigate friendships, teamwork, and everyday challenges in a supportive environment. Participants will enhance emotional regulation, mindfulness, communication, and conflict resolution skills while building connections & confidence. Ideal for children (6-8 y/o) seeking support with building friendships, navigating social interactions, or understanding emotions. Location: Keller, TX 76244, Cost: $45/session, Self-pay, Intake required for new clients. Register at www.reachcounselingtx.com (OPEN GROUP)
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This is a 10 week group for kids ages 7-10. Participants will learn positive social skills and emotion regulation. They will also learn successful techniques for responding constructively to difficult behaviors. The group is designed to equip children with social and emotional skills they will use their entire lives.
Hosted by North Texas Counseling Associates
Psychologist, PhD, LPC-S
Group meets in Colleyville, TX 76034
This is a 10 week group for kids ages 7-10. Participants will learn positive social skills and emotion regulation. They will also learn successful techniques for responding constructively to difficult behaviors. The group is designed to equip children with social and emotional skills they will use their entire lives.
Psychological, Physical (Increasing Healthspan and Longevity), Spiritual, Relational, Vocational , Intellectual and Community Wellness
Psychological, Physical (Increasing Healthspan and Longevity), Spiritual, Relational, Vocational , Intellectual and Community Wellness
An open group for adult caregivers of loved ones. This groups aims at processing life’s hard challenges and losses. Group members will receive guidance on how to gain resiliency and flexibility to enhance quality of life. Thursdays 7:15 pm CST. In-person in Arlington, TX. $40/Group, Reduced Rates available. Limited Space. Childcare Provided.
Hosted by Element Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCTP
Group meets in Arlington, TX 76013
An open group for adult caregivers of loved ones. This groups aims at processing life’s hard challenges and losses. Group members will receive guidance on how to gain resiliency and flexibility to enhance quality of life. Thursdays 7:15 pm CST. In-person in Arlington, TX. $40/Group, Reduced Rates available. Limited Space. Childcare Provided.
Designed for adults with Autism. Many individuals aren't diagnosed until their teenage years or later, leaving them without crucial support and understanding. We not only offer a safe social environment but also provide psychoeducation to help you better understand yourself and navigate life with autism. Together, we’ll explore unmasking, build connections, and develop tools for living. For individuals: ages 18-50 who are formally or self-diagnosed High Functioning ASD. Must agree to a no-cost intake appointment. Meet in person on the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Fridays of the month.
Hosted by Mary Elizabeth Quattlebaum
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC
Group meets in Colleyville, TX 76034
Designed for adults with Autism. Many individuals aren't diagnosed until their teenage years or later, leaving them without crucial support and understanding. We not only offer a safe social environment but also provide psychoeducation to help you better understand yourself and navigate life with autism. Together, we’ll explore unmasking, build connections, and develop tools for living. For individuals: ages 18-50 who are formally or self-diagnosed High Functioning ASD. Must agree to a no-cost intake appointment. Meet in person on the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Fridays of the month.
Our groups aim to clarify how the social world works + why specific social skills are important. Each group addresses age-appropriate skills. Topics include: conversation skills, emotional regulation, perspective taking, empathy, building friendships, and more. Groups are facilitated by Licensed Professional Counselors. An intake session is required to assess if a group is a good match. Groups run 3 times a year: Fall (12 sessions), Spring (12 sessions), Summer (10 sessions). Fall term starts mid-September and runs until mid-December. Visit our website for more information: www.spectratherapies.com. Intake Fee is $125. Weekly group session fee is $75.
Our groups aim to clarify how the social world works + why specific social skills are important. Each group addresses age-appropriate skills. Topics include: conversation skills, emotional regulation, perspective taking, empathy, building friendships, and more. Groups are facilitated by Licensed Professional Counselors. An intake session is required to assess if a group is a good match. Groups run 3 times a year: Fall (12 sessions), Spring (12 sessions), Summer (10 sessions). Fall term starts mid-September and runs until mid-December. Visit our website for more information: www.spectratherapies.com. Intake Fee is $125. Weekly group session fee is $75.
Tumitherapyus@gmail.com - Tumi is a PEERS® Online Social Skills Classes (ages 11-35) - Teens and/or young adults attend 10 weekly classes over Zoom for 90-minutes each week. Participants are taught social skills through didactic lessons and role-play demonstrations and practice these skills during online socialization activities. Social coaches (or parents) attend separate classes simultaneously and are taught how to assist their teens in making and keeping friends.
Tumitherapyus@gmail.com - Tumi is a PEERS® Online Social Skills Classes (ages 11-35) - Teens and/or young adults attend 10 weekly classes over Zoom for 90-minutes each week. Participants are taught social skills through didactic lessons and role-play demonstrations and practice these skills during online socialization activities. Social coaches (or parents) attend separate classes simultaneously and are taught how to assist their teens in making and keeping friends.
This extremely interactive camp is designed to help boys and girls learn teamwork skills, develop better conversation skills, enhance their self-confidence, and learn to handle conflicts peacefully. The UPC Social Skills Camp brings together small groups of children, based on their age, to work specifically on three core areas: 1. Strengthening and developing new social skills; 2. Increasing self-confidence, self-control, and self-esteem; and 3. Learning to successfully participate in conversations and positive social exchanges needed to effectively build and maintain social relationships. Three groups are available: ages 8-10, ages 11-13, and ages 14-16.
Hosted by Twila M. Farrar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, LPC, RPT-S, CAS
Group meets in Dallas, TX 75230
Twila is a highly accomplished and experienced professional in the field of counseling for over 12 years; holding a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, credentialed as a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, Certified as an Autism Specialist and has specialized training in Autplay therapy.
This extremely interactive camp is designed to help boys and girls learn teamwork skills, develop better conversation skills, enhance their self-confidence, and learn to handle conflicts peacefully. The UPC Social Skills Camp brings together small groups of children, based on their age, to work specifically on three core areas: 1. Strengthening and developing new social skills; 2. Increasing self-confidence, self-control, and self-esteem; and 3. Learning to successfully participate in conversations and positive social exchanges needed to effectively build and maintain social relationships. Three groups are available: ages 8-10, ages 11-13, and ages 14-16.
This group is tailored for independent adults who are entering or are already part of the professional world, seeking to refine nuanced social skills through practice. It offers group discussions on social concepts, 1:1 conversation practice, and opportunities for relationship-building with like-minded peers. Group runs 3 times a year: Fall (12 sessions), Spring (12 sessions), Summer (10 sessions). The Fall term starts September 10th and runs through December 3rd. This group is facilitated by Preston Ivey, MS, LPC. Contact us for more information or to schedule an intake. Intake Fee is $125. Weekly group fee is $75.
This group is tailored for independent adults who are entering or are already part of the professional world, seeking to refine nuanced social skills through practice. It offers group discussions on social concepts, 1:1 conversation practice, and opportunities for relationship-building with like-minded peers. Group runs 3 times a year: Fall (12 sessions), Spring (12 sessions), Summer (10 sessions). The Fall term starts September 10th and runs through December 3rd. This group is facilitated by Preston Ivey, MS, LPC. Contact us for more information or to schedule an intake. Intake Fee is $125. Weekly group fee is $75.
This group is tailored for independent adults who are entering or are already part of the professional world, seeking to refine nuanced social skills through practice. It offers group discussions on social concepts, 1:1 conversation practice, and opportunities for relationship-building with like-minded peers. Group runs 3 times a year: Fall (12 sessions), Spring (12 sessions), Summer (10 sessions). This group is facilitated by Preston Ivey, MS, LPC. Contact us for more information or to schedule an intake. Intake Fee is $125. Weekly group session fee is $75.
Hosted by Preston Ivey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Group meets in Dallas, TX 75252
This group is tailored for independent adults who are entering or are already part of the professional world, seeking to refine nuanced social skills through practice. It offers group discussions on social concepts, 1:1 conversation practice, and opportunities for relationship-building with like-minded peers. Group runs 3 times a year: Fall (12 sessions), Spring (12 sessions), Summer (10 sessions). This group is facilitated by Preston Ivey, MS, LPC. Contact us for more information or to schedule an intake. Intake Fee is $125. Weekly group session fee is $75.
Concepts of higher-order social thinking and cognition are introduced with opportunities to practice. Learning and practicing social skills and independent living skills to ease the transition into college and adulthood. A group intake session is required to assess whether a group is a good match. Group runs 3 times a year: Fall (12 sessions), Spring (12 sessions), Summer (10 sessions). This group is facilitated by Hayden Hunt, MS, LPC. Contact us for more information or to schedule an intake. Intake Fee is $125. Weekly group session fee is $75.
Concepts of higher-order social thinking and cognition are introduced with opportunities to practice. Learning and practicing social skills and independent living skills to ease the transition into college and adulthood. A group intake session is required to assess whether a group is a good match. Group runs 3 times a year: Fall (12 sessions), Spring (12 sessions), Summer (10 sessions). This group is facilitated by Hayden Hunt, MS, LPC. Contact us for more information or to schedule an intake. Intake Fee is $125. Weekly group session fee is $75.
This group helps middle school students build strong social and emotional foundations through fun, engaging activities. Weekly sessions focus on skills like taking turns through play, empathy building, understanding personal space, identifying emotions, and effective communication. We also explore conflict resolution, interpersonal skills, situational awareness, personal care, and health. Students will practice real-life scenarios in a supportive environment to improve confidence, friendships, and self-awareness. This group is ideal for students who benefit from extra support navigating social situations and developing positive relationships with peers. Join us as we grow, connect, and learn together!
This group helps middle school students build strong social and emotional foundations through fun, engaging activities. Weekly sessions focus on skills like taking turns through play, empathy building, understanding personal space, identifying emotions, and effective communication. We also explore conflict resolution, interpersonal skills, situational awareness, personal care, and health. Students will practice real-life scenarios in a supportive environment to improve confidence, friendships, and self-awareness. This group is ideal for students who benefit from extra support navigating social situations and developing positive relationships with peers. Join us as we grow, connect, and learn together!
This group supports adults in building advanced social and emotional skills for daily life. Topics include empathy, emotional awareness, personal space, communication, conflict resolution, boundaries, personal care, and situational awareness. Through group discussions, role-play, and real-life scenarios, participants will strengthen interpersonal skills in a supportive, respectful environment. Ideal for individuals seeking greater confidence, connection, and understanding in social situations. Each session offers practical tools to improve relationships, manage emotions, and navigate the world with awareness and self-respect. Join us to grow, connect, and thrive socially—one skill at a time.
This group supports adults in building advanced social and emotional skills for daily life. Topics include empathy, emotional awareness, personal space, communication, conflict resolution, boundaries, personal care, and situational awareness. Through group discussions, role-play, and real-life scenarios, participants will strengthen interpersonal skills in a supportive, respectful environment. Ideal for individuals seeking greater confidence, connection, and understanding in social situations. Each session offers practical tools to improve relationships, manage emotions, and navigate the world with awareness and self-respect. Join us to grow, connect, and thrive socially—one skill at a time.
Our Parenting Group is where you can learn to cope with your child'd behavior, without losing your cool. We teach you to calm yourself with cognitive therapy while in the 'behavior moment,' to manage tantrums, set limits, manage aggression, and feel confident you did the right thing. Parenting Group is a place to get ideas and support, and share thoughts with other parents who understand what you're coping with.
Our Parenting Group is where you can learn to cope with your child'd behavior, without losing your cool. We teach you to calm yourself with cognitive therapy while in the 'behavior moment,' to manage tantrums, set limits, manage aggression, and feel confident you did the right thing. Parenting Group is a place to get ideas and support, and share thoughts with other parents who understand what you're coping with.
Are you a neurodivergent parent feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood? You’re not alone. This support group is for parents with ADHD, Autism, or executive functioning challenges who are looking for connection, understanding, and practical tools. Led by a trauma-informed therapist with specialized training in neurodiversity and nervous system regulation, this group offers a safe, judgment-free space to share experiences, build emotional resilience, and learn strategies that support both you and your child. Join us to feel seen, supported, and empowered—without the pressure to mask or explain.
Hosted by Crystal Alane Oehlers
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, LPC-A, EMDR
Group meets in Argyle, TX 76226
I help with ADHD, Autism (ASD), and trauma.
Are you a neurodivergent parent feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood? You’re not alone. This support group is for parents with ADHD, Autism, or executive functioning challenges who are looking for connection, understanding, and practical tools. Led by a trauma-informed therapist with specialized training in neurodiversity and nervous system regulation, this group offers a safe, judgment-free space to share experiences, build emotional resilience, and learn strategies that support both you and your child. Join us to feel seen, supported, and empowered—without the pressure to mask or explain.
This group is designed to help high school students strengthen essential social and emotional skills for everyday life and future success. Weekly sessions focus on empathy, communication, emotional awareness, personal boundaries, conflict resolution, and relationship skills. Students will also learn social problem-solving, self-advocacy, situational awareness, stress management, personal care, and wellness. Through discussion, role-play, and real-world scenarios, participants will gain confidence in navigating social situations and managing emotions. This group offers a supportive space to connect with peers, build self-awareness, and develop tools for healthy relationships and independence.
This group is designed to help high school students strengthen essential social and emotional skills for everyday life and future success. Weekly sessions focus on empathy, communication, emotional awareness, personal boundaries, conflict resolution, and relationship skills. Students will also learn social problem-solving, self-advocacy, situational awareness, stress management, personal care, and wellness. Through discussion, role-play, and real-world scenarios, participants will gain confidence in navigating social situations and managing emotions. This group offers a supportive space to connect with peers, build self-awareness, and develop tools for healthy relationships and independence.
California and Texas clients welcome to this online safe space to be neurodivergent af with other neurodivergent humans and talk about neurodivergent s**t. Tuesdays 5:30pm - 6:30pm (central) (April 9 - May 14)
Hosted by Cassandra Holt Kimbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPCC-S, NCC, EMDR, CIT
Group meets in Dallas, TX 75206
I am currently on a short waitlist and only scheduling EMDR intensives or Assessments- Full Psychological, Autism, and ADHD
California and Texas clients welcome to this online safe space to be neurodivergent af with other neurodivergent humans and talk about neurodivergent s**t. Tuesdays 5:30pm - 6:30pm (central) (April 9 - May 14)
Movies are selected based on their ability to encourage therapeutic discussion regarding a variety of topics, including; interpersonal relationships, conflict resolutions, effective communication, social skills, and emotional regulation. Attendees will watch a full-length movie and will participate in a group discussion facilitated by a licensed professional counselor. Three movie groups will be held monthly: Teen (13-15) Event - 1st Saturday; Young Adult (16-18) Event - 2nd Saturday; and Adolescent (10-12) Event - 3rd Saturday.
Hosted by Twila M. Farrar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, LPC, RPT-S, CAS
Group meets in Dallas, TX 75230
Twila is a highly accomplished and experienced professional in the field of counseling for over 12 years; holding a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, credentialed as a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, Certified as an Autism Specialist and has specialized training in Autplay therapy.
Movies are selected based on their ability to encourage therapeutic discussion regarding a variety of topics, including; interpersonal relationships, conflict resolutions, effective communication, social skills, and emotional regulation. Attendees will watch a full-length movie and will participate in a group discussion facilitated by a licensed professional counselor. Three movie groups will be held monthly: Teen (13-15) Event - 1st Saturday; Young Adult (16-18) Event - 2nd Saturday; and Adolescent (10-12) Event - 3rd Saturday.
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Autism Support Groups
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.