ONLINE GROUP SOCIAL SKILLS/DATING COACHING UCLA PEERS® PROGRAM
YOUNG ADULTS AGES 18-35
PEERS® for Young Adults is a 16-week evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated young adults between 18-35 years of age who are interested in learning skills to make and keep friends and develop romantic relationships. This internationally acclaimed program was originally developed at UCLA by PEERS® During each group session, young adults are taught important social skills and are given the opportunity to practice these skills. PEERS® may be appropriate for teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression or other social and behavioral disorders.
Young adults must be socially motivated and attend each session with a social coach/parent
Young Adults Will Learn
• Conversational Skills
• Appropriate Use of Humor
• Electronic Communication
• Handling Direct and Indirect Bullying
• Handling Arguments & Disagreements
• Organizing Get-Togethers with Friends
• Dating Skills
• Strategies for Handling Sexual Pressure
What are the participation requirements?
Have friendship problems
Young adults ages 18-35 years old; graduated from high school
Young adults must be interested in attending the program
Young adults must consistently attend the program
Young adults must agree to participate voluntarily in the program
Young adults must have a consistent social coach willing to attend the program each week
How can I apply to participate?
Call our office at 310-400-0578 or email us at sarah@brightconnectionsLA.com to complete a brief phone screen
Complete and return your enrollment packet.
Meet via Zoom for a 1.5-hour intake appointment with one of our clinicians/therapists to determine if our program is appropriate for you and your young adult.
When do groups meet?
Duration: 16 weeks
Planned Days: Monday
Planned Terms: Year Round
Planned Frequency: Tuesday sessions: 4:30 to 6:00 pm or 6:30 to 8:00pm