Program Overview

The Therapeutic Skills Program provides structured, hands-on support to children, teens, and families working on emotional regulation, behavior, communication, and daily living skills.

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This program is designed to help bridge the gap between therapy sessions and everyday life by giving clients opportunities to practice and strengthen skills in a supportive clinical setting. Services are skills-based, goal-directed, and provided under the supervision of licensed mental health professionals. Therapeutic Skills services focus on learning by doing, helping skills translate into real-world success.

 

What Happens in Therapeutic Skills Sessions

Therapeutic Skills sessions are interactive and individualized. Providers work with clients using structured, creative, and play-based activities to teach, model, and practice skills aligned with treatment goals.

Sessions may include:

• Guided activities that support emotional awareness and regulation

• Skill practice through games, movement, art, or structured play

• Coaching and reinforcement of coping and problem-solving strategies

• Support for families in applying skills consistently at home

Each session is tailored to the client’s needs, age, and goals.

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Core Skill Areas We Support

Therapeutic Skills services may focus on one or more of the following areas:

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Emotional Regulation

• Recognizing and naming emotions

• Identifying body cues and triggers

• Using coping strategies before escalation

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Social & Communication Skills

• Turn-taking, empathy, and cooperation

• Understanding boundaries and personal space

• Initiating and maintaining conversations

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Behavior & Impulse Control

• Pausing before acting or speaking

• Learning replacement behaviors

• Following routines and multi-step directions

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Coping & Stress Management

• Identifying stressors and coping tools

• Practicing relaxation and mindfulness strategies

• Building resilience and problem-solving skills

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How This Program Is Different From Counseling

The Therapeutic Skills Program is not counseling or psychotherapy.

Therapeutic Skills services focus on teaching and practicing practical skills that support daily functioning, whereas counseling focuses on diagnosis, assessment, and psychotherapy. Many clients benefit from receiving both services together, allowing skills learned in therapy to be reinforced and practiced.

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Who This Program Is For

The Therapeutic Skills Program may be a good fit for:

• Children and teens with emotional, behavioral, or social challenges

• Families seeking additional skill-building support

• Clients who benefit from hands-on learning

• Individuals already engaged in therapy who need help applying skills outside of sessions

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Service Location

At this time, Therapeutic Skills services are provided in clinic only.

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Interested in Learning More?

If you would like to learn more about the Therapeutic Skills Program or explore whether it may be a good fit for your child or family, please contact our team.