This is a group of older elementary aged children that meet each week to learn and develop coping skills to address their anxieties and worries, especially related to school and peer interactions.
This is a group of older elementary aged children that meet each week to learn and develop coping skills to address their anxieties and worries, especially related to school and peer interactions.
Hosted by Restorative Behavioral Health Associates, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP-C
Group meets in Woodbridge, VA 22192
Group designed to improve social skills
Group designed to improve social skills
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We have several Friendship Groups during afterschool hours to help children learn to develop effective peer relationship skills. The group is appropriate for children who have ADHD, anxiety, depression, extremely shy and socially awkward. The groups are divided by age: Kindergarten through second grade and third through fifth grade. There are a maximum of six children per group. We do accept some insurance and the group sessions for the children are typically covered by insurance. Parents are required to participate in the treatment process.
Hosted by Phoenix Counseling Group & Play Therapy Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAATS
Group meets in Haymarket, VA 20169
We have several Friendship Groups during afterschool hours to help children learn to develop effective peer relationship skills. The group is appropriate for children who have ADHD, anxiety, depression, extremely shy and socially awkward. The groups are divided by age: Kindergarten through second grade and third through fifth grade. There are a maximum of six children per group. We do accept some insurance and the group sessions for the children are typically covered by insurance. Parents are required to participate in the treatment process.
This therapy group utilizes the table top roleplaying game Dungeons and Dragons. This group is great for those who want to learn better social skills, or want to explore themes and topics utilizing the powerful group storytelling that can be achieved with D&D. There are multiple groups for Children, Teens, and Adults.
This therapy group utilizes the table top roleplaying game Dungeons and Dragons. This group is great for those who want to learn better social skills, or want to explore themes and topics utilizing the powerful group storytelling that can be achieved with D&D. There are multiple groups for Children, Teens, and Adults.
We are a group of open-minded, compassionate advocates who seek to empower our youth, our families, and individuals in the community to reach their highest potential. We enjoy using creative art expressive therapy to invoke more growth and understanding with our youngest clients and using cognitive behavioral approaches to connect the mind and body with our adult clients.
Hosted by Michelle Kauble
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Group meets in Occoquan, VA 22125
We are a group of open-minded, compassionate advocates who seek to empower our youth, our families, and individuals in the community to reach their highest potential. We enjoy using creative art expressive therapy to invoke more growth and understanding with our youngest clients and using cognitive behavioral approaches to connect the mind and body with our adult clients.
This group is geared toward girls with ADHD, neuro-divergence, anxiety, and social anxiety. We work on a host of coping skills, social skills, and anxiety support. Girls establish close connections in weekly meetings from fall to late spring. Half of the year we also do art therapy integration classes with a professional artist, integrating art and therapeutic themes/skills.
Hosted by Mary Kirkpatrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCMHC, CATP
Group meets in Gainesville, VA 20155
I also specialize in working with neurodiverse clients with Autism 1, ADHD, anxiety, among others.
This group is geared toward girls with ADHD, neuro-divergence, anxiety, and social anxiety. We work on a host of coping skills, social skills, and anxiety support. Girls establish close connections in weekly meetings from fall to late spring. Half of the year we also do art therapy integration classes with a professional artist, integrating art and therapeutic themes/skills.
Our child social skills group will be led by Dr. Emily Claus and will focus primarily on providing your child with the skills that they'll need to develop and maintain healthy relationships as well as learning and developing essential life skills. Our group setting will be safe and supportive and parents will be looped in and provided resources to help continue skill development at home. Our group will meet every Tuesday at 5pm.
Our child social skills group will be led by Dr. Emily Claus and will focus primarily on providing your child with the skills that they'll need to develop and maintain healthy relationships as well as learning and developing essential life skills. Our group setting will be safe and supportive and parents will be looped in and provided resources to help continue skill development at home. Our group will meet every Tuesday at 5pm.
~Social Skills High School Group: Is it difficult to make connections at school, concentrate, understand non-verbal cues and even advocate for yourself with peers and adults? A therapeutic skill-building group is just what you need to realize you are not alone and that skills can be taught and developed in a safe and inclusive environment. Join our group! This group is highly interactive and will use activities and media and art resources to connect and process thoughts and feelings.
~Social Skills High School Group: Is it difficult to make connections at school, concentrate, understand non-verbal cues and even advocate for yourself with peers and adults? A therapeutic skill-building group is just what you need to realize you are not alone and that skills can be taught and developed in a safe and inclusive environment. Join our group! This group is highly interactive and will use activities and media and art resources to connect and process thoughts and feelings.
A facilitated space for girls to practice communication skills, build healthy peer relationships, and process social and academic demands. The group will explore themes to include assertiveness, confidence, compromise, active listening & positive self-talk.
A facilitated space for girls to practice communication skills, build healthy peer relationships, and process social and academic demands. The group will explore themes to include assertiveness, confidence, compromise, active listening & positive self-talk.
This is a group for high school students to connect and support each other as they learn and develop their social skills.
Hosted by Anna Miller
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW
Group meets in Fredericksburg, VA 22401
This is a group for high school students to connect and support each other as they learn and develop their social skills.
Please join our weekly group every Tuesday at 5pm where we will work on conversation skills, joining in, listening, attention, emotional awareness, managing anger and avoiding bullying. Our group will have a maximum of 7 children and while we'll be working, your kids will never know it. We'll incorporate fun and games so that your child will feel more comfortable with the psychologist as well as the other kids. This group is perfect for kids with social anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other issues that may be affecting their relationships.
Please join our weekly group every Tuesday at 5pm where we will work on conversation skills, joining in, listening, attention, emotional awareness, managing anger and avoiding bullying. Our group will have a maximum of 7 children and while we'll be working, your kids will never know it. We'll incorporate fun and games so that your child will feel more comfortable with the psychologist as well as the other kids. This group is perfect for kids with social anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other issues that may be affecting their relationships.
The term " ADHD" is a diagnosis and is often experienced as a label based on stereotypes and a lack of knowledge. The symptoms of this neurologically-based condition, and the many subtle and compounding symptoms, are rarely discussed, to include clinicians. Assessments and research-based information provide the structure of this program. Self-intervention follows increased understanding, just as a thorough assessment precedes effective treatment. A new understanding is required for meaningful change. Informational presentations & guided discussions provide structure to address aspects of mental health, self-esteem, learning, functioning, and relationships. The completion of four preliminary assessment interviews is required.
Hosted by Will Perks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, (SC), (WV), (VA), (MD)
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
The term " ADHD" is a diagnosis and is often experienced as a label based on stereotypes and a lack of knowledge. The symptoms of this neurologically-based condition, and the many subtle and compounding symptoms, are rarely discussed, to include clinicians. Assessments and research-based information provide the structure of this program. Self-intervention follows increased understanding, just as a thorough assessment precedes effective treatment. A new understanding is required for meaningful change. Informational presentations & guided discussions provide structure to address aspects of mental health, self-esteem, learning, functioning, and relationships. The completion of four preliminary assessment interviews is required.
A wonderful, flourishing and dynamic practice of clinicians supporting each other and clients. Visit us at envision to learn more about our work! https://www.ncgenvision.com/
I specialize in anxiety, trauma, mood disorders and ADHD, also work with families and couples.
A wonderful, flourishing and dynamic practice of clinicians supporting each other and clients. Visit us at envision to learn more about our work! https://www.ncgenvision.com/
Our adolescent social skills group will be led by Dr. Emily Claus and will focus primarily on providing your child with the skills that they'll need to develop and maintain healthy relationships as well as learning and developing essential life skills. Our group setting will be safe and supportive and parents will be looped in and provided resources to help continue skill development at home. We'll work on conversation skills, emotional awareness, avoiding bullying, self-esteem, managing disappointment and peer pressure. Our group will meet every Tuesday at 6pm.
Our adolescent social skills group will be led by Dr. Emily Claus and will focus primarily on providing your child with the skills that they'll need to develop and maintain healthy relationships as well as learning and developing essential life skills. Our group setting will be safe and supportive and parents will be looped in and provided resources to help continue skill development at home. We'll work on conversation skills, emotional awareness, avoiding bullying, self-esteem, managing disappointment and peer pressure. Our group will meet every Tuesday at 6pm.
Group being offered to first time college /university students. Topics will include addressing safety, managing classes, well being, nutrition, conflicts, adjustment to being away from home, budgeting.
Hosted by Tawanda Turner Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Group being offered to first time college /university students. Topics will include addressing safety, managing classes, well being, nutrition, conflicts, adjustment to being away from home, budgeting.
One-week LEGO® Therapy Social Skills Group summer camp for children with social communication difficulties. This evidence-based program uses LEGO® activities to practice turn-taking, sharing, communication, perspective-taking, following rules, problem-solving, and collaboration. Ideal for children with social or behavioral challenges, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, or Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder. Sessions for ages 10-14 run from June 24-28, 2024, Monday to Friday, 10-12:30 pm (bring lunch). Sessions for ages 6-9 run from June 24-28, 2024, Monday to Friday, 1-3:30 pm (bring a snack). Limited availability with rolling admissions.
One-week LEGO® Therapy Social Skills Group summer camp for children with social communication difficulties. This evidence-based program uses LEGO® activities to practice turn-taking, sharing, communication, perspective-taking, following rules, problem-solving, and collaboration. Ideal for children with social or behavioral challenges, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, or Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder. Sessions for ages 10-14 run from June 24-28, 2024, Monday to Friday, 10-12:30 pm (bring lunch). Sessions for ages 6-9 run from June 24-28, 2024, Monday to Friday, 1-3:30 pm (bring a snack). Limited availability with rolling admissions.
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Hosted by Dr. Barbara Hernandez, Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, MS, LCP, CSOTP
Group meets in Alexandria, VA 22314
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Join our Supporting Your Child with ADHD group—a six-week virtual series designed to equip parents with practical strategies to manage ADHD-related challenges and build stronger family connections. Led by Dr. Megan Thomas, this program blends expert guidance with actionable tools tailored for parents. The group meets virtually every Wednesday at 1 PM, from April 23rd to May 28th, so you can attend from the comfort of your home or office.
Our expertise lies in treatments for ADHD, anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, OCD, bi-polar and adjustment disorders.
Join our Supporting Your Child with ADHD group—a six-week virtual series designed to equip parents with practical strategies to manage ADHD-related challenges and build stronger family connections. Led by Dr. Megan Thomas, this program blends expert guidance with actionable tools tailored for parents. The group meets virtually every Wednesday at 1 PM, from April 23rd to May 28th, so you can attend from the comfort of your home or office.
Social skills group designed to support children with in developing patience, cooperation, and self-confidence. Led by Victoria Prisco, Special Education Teacher and Licensed Professional Counselor, this group offers a unique approach through engaging sessions held on a private Minecraft Realm alongside Google Meets. Children will work on emotional regulation, turn-taking, and collaborative play within a safe and interactive online environment. Sessions are held every Tuesday at 4:30 pm ET. In-network with United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, UHC EAP. Reach out for an insurance quote or for more information.
Hosted by Victoria Prisco
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCAT, LPC, MSEd
Group meets in McLean, VA 22102
Is your child navigating challenges with ADHD, anxiety, or emotional regulation?
Social skills group designed to support children with in developing patience, cooperation, and self-confidence. Led by Victoria Prisco, Special Education Teacher and Licensed Professional Counselor, this group offers a unique approach through engaging sessions held on a private Minecraft Realm alongside Google Meets. Children will work on emotional regulation, turn-taking, and collaborative play within a safe and interactive online environment. Sessions are held every Tuesday at 4:30 pm ET. In-network with United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, UHC EAP. Reach out for an insurance quote or for more information.
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ADHD Support Groups
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.