Social Skills Groups & Social Pragmatic Therapy for Kids
Helping children build meaningful connections through communication that goes beyond words and focuses on developing everyday interaction skills.
Schedule a Pediatric Therapy Evaluation at a Clinic Near You
We are currently accepting new patients (ages 0–18) for clinic-based and in-home pediatric therapy across the East Bay and Central Valley. Select your nearest center or request an appointment online:
📍 Pleasanton Pediatric Clinic
311 Ray St, Pleasanton, CA 94566
Serving Pleasanton, Dublin, San Ramon & Livermore (RCEB Vendor)
📍 Stockton Clinic & Sensory Gym
3133 W March Ln, Suite 1000, Stockton, CA 95219
Serving Stockton, Brookside, Lodi & Manteca (VMRC Vendor)
📍 Tracy Clinic & In-Home Care
632 W 11th St, Ste 119, Tracy, CA 95376
Serving Tracy, Mountain House, Lathrop & Manteca
Social Thinking® & Pragmatic Language
at Teamwork Therapies
At Teamwork Therapies, we understand that communication extends far beyond words, it’s about connection, awareness, and understanding the people and world around us.
Our Social Pragmatic Therapy program is designed to support children, adolescents, and adults in developing meaningful relationships by enhancing their ability to think socially, interpret cues, and respond appropriately across a variety of real-life situations.
Our
Approach
At Teamwork Therapies, we use the Social Thinking® framework developed by Michelle Garcia Winner, a cognitive-behavioral approach that teaches individuals how and why people think, feel, and behave in social situations.
Rather than simply focusing on “what to say” or “how to act,” our therapy helps clients understand the thought process behind social behavior. This deeper understanding enables them to apply social thinking naturally, whether in the classroom, on the playground, at work, or at home. Each session combines structured lessons, role-playing, and real-life practice to strengthen social awareness, problem-solving, and communication confidence.
What We
Focus on
Through our Social Pragmatic Therapy sessions, we help clients:
- Recognize and interpret nonverbal cues such as facial expressions, tone of voice, and body language.
- Strengthen conversation skills, including turn-taking, topic maintenance, and showing empathy.
- Manage social anxiety by developing strategies to handle stress in group settings.
- Develop perspective-taking skills, the ability to understand what others may be thinking or feeling.
- Build self-awareness and self-regulation in social interactions.
- Cultivate confidence and adaptability across diverse social environments.
Who can Benefit from
Social Pragmatic Therapy
Social Pragmatic Therapy can be beneficial for:
- Children, adolescents, and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Social Communication Disorder
- Clients with average to above-average language and cognitive abilities who need support in understanding and applying social concepts in real-world situations
- Individuals with ADHD or executive functioning challenges
- Those experiencing social anxiety or difficulty initiating and maintaining friendships
Building Strength
Beyond the Session
At Teamwork Therapies, our goal is not just to teach social rules, but to help individuals feel comfortable and confident being themselves.
We celebrate every step, from initiating a conversation to forming lasting friendships, because each moment reflects meaningful growth.
By combining expertise, empathy, and creativity, we guide each individual toward a richer, more connected social experience, one interaction at a time
Schedule a Pediatric Therapy Evaluation at a Clinic Near You
We are currently accepting new patients (ages 0–18) for clinic-based and in-home pediatric therapy across the East Bay and Central Valley. Select your nearest center or request an appointment online:
📍 Pleasanton Pediatric Clinic
311 Ray St, Pleasanton, CA 94566
Serving Pleasanton, Dublin, San Ramon & Livermore (RCEB Vendor)
📍 Stockton Clinic & Sensory Gym
3133 W March Ln, Suite 1000, Stockton, CA 95219
Serving Stockton, Brookside, Lodi & Manteca (VMRC Vendor)
📍 Tracy Clinic & In-Home Care
632 W 11th St, Ste 119, Tracy, CA 95376
Serving Tracy, Mountain House, Lathrop & Manteca
