Socialization Groups

Social Skills Programs

YAI Autism Center is offering a clinical social skills program at The Gramercy School.

This program is designed to enhance your child’s social abilities, with a focus on interacting with peers, developing pro-social behaviors and decreasing behaviors that hinder appropriate social interactions.  Groups are appropriate for children ages 4-8.

• Using a multidisciplinary approach of treatment techniques (psychology, speech & language, occupational therapy, social work), small groups of children will meet with adult leaders for 10 weekly sessions.
• The program leaders have expertise related to the social needs of children with ASD and in providing behavioral treatments in a group setting. 
• Following thorough assessment, children will be grouped according to age, functional level, behavioral concerns and social needs. 
• Each session will incorporate socially motivating, fun activities, beginning with a structured snack period followed by an hour-long session from 3:00-4:00 pm.
• Art, music, physical movement/dance and yoga will be used to promote increased socialization while addressing any sensory needs your child may have. 

Please contact Jill Krata, at 212-273-6100 ext. 2424, for further information regarding fees and screening.

Groups will be held at The Gramercy School in Midtown West, Manhattan.