January 1, 2025

Building Social Skills Through Group ABA Therapy in Greensboro

Many children on the autism spectrum struggle with peer interactions and cooperative play. While Greensboro ABA Therapy offers individualized in‑home and school‑based programs, structured social‑skills groups can further help children practice communication and friendship skills in a supportive environment.

How Social‑Skills Groups Work

A BCBA designs group sessions for small cohorts of children with similar developmental levels. Sessions typically focus on skills such as taking turns, sharing materials, initiating play and responding to peers. Role‑play, games and collaborative activities encourage children to practice appropriate social behaviors in a fun setting. Just as parent training equips caregivers, group therapy equips children with tools they can use both at home and school.

Benefits of Group ABA Therapy

• Peer modeling – Children learn by observing peers. Seeing classmates follow directions and engage in cooperative play can motivate participants to imitate those behaviors.
• Generalization – Skills practiced during group sessions transfer to the classroom and playground, supporting the gains achieved through in‑school ABA therapy.
• Confidence and friendship – Regular group meetings foster familiarity and create opportunities for lasting friendships. Parents often report improved self‑esteem and reduced social anxiety in their children.

Social‑skills groups are a natural extension of Greensboro ABA Therapy’s holistic approach. By offering small group programs, the practice can help children build meaningful relationships and develop the social competence they need to succeed in school and beyond.