Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills
PEERS®
The Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS®) is an evidence-based social skills treatment to help individuals learn how to make and keep friends.
PEERS® may be appropriate for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression or other social and behavioral differences.
Please note that treatment for adolescents and children is confined to the San Francisco area, whereas treatment for adults is available statewide through telehealth appointments.
PEERS® for Preschoolers
*Parent-only sessions*
Next group:
To be announced
16 sessions via telehealth
Parents will learn to coach their child on specific social skills, practice these skills with their child through weekly homework assignments, and receive feedback on their implementation during group sessions.
Parents of children ages 4-6 years will learn how to provide coaching on:
Having successful play dates
Listening and following directions
Meeting and greeting friends
Sharing and giving turns
Asking friends to play
Joining ongoing play
Being a good sport
Transitioning to new play activities
Asking for and giving help
Using volume control
Maintaining body boundaries
Next group:
January - May 2026
Mondays from 4:30-6 pm via telehealth
All inquiries require a 30-minute Zoom intake with the teen and caregiver. Complete this form to be contacted to schedule your intake.
Adolescents (ages 12-18 years) will learn about:
Using appropriate conversational skills
Using humor appropriately
Using electronic communication
Entering and exiting conversations
Being a good host during get-togethers
Being a good sport
Handling arguments and disagreements
Changing a bad reputation
Handling rumors and gossip
Handling rejection, teasing, and bullying
Next group:
January 13 - May 12, 2025
Tuesdays from 4-5:30pm in San Francisco (in-person)
All inquiries require a 30-minute Zoom intake with the young adult and their social coach or caregiver. Complete this form to be contacted to schedule your intake.
Young adults (ages 18-35 years) will learn about:
Developing and maintaining friendships
Entering and exiting conversations
Using humor appropriately
Using electronic communication
Dating skills
Organizing get-togethers
Handling direct and indirect bullying
Handling disagreements
Handling dating pressure