Skill Crafters
(Co-Ed Upper Elementary Social Skills Group)
SESSION DATES:
June 10 - August 5, 2026
Wednesdays @ 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
(For 3rd-5th Grade Upper Elementary Boys and Girls, Ages 8-11)
This summer, Skills Crafters is offering an 8-week therapy group designed to help children build essential social skills and confidence. Using Social Learning Theory and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we will practice managing impulses, communicating effectively, regulating emotions, solving social problems, and working as a team.
Through fun activities, games, and guided discussions, we will learn to make positive choices, build empathy, strengthen friendships, and discover our unique strengths.
Join us for this supportive and transformative experience where children develop social skills to lead with confidence!
This group focuses on following areas (but are not limited to):
Topics Include:
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Week #1 June 10th: Brain Buddies Kickoff
Kick off the summer by making new connections, playing team-building games, and learning how our brains and feelings work together!
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Week #2 June 17th: Navigating Tricky Feeing’s
Practice fun and helpful ways to handle big emotions, communicate needs, and regulate our nervous system during tough moments.
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Week #3 MONDAY June 22nd: Monkey See, Monkey Do… How We Influence One Another
Explore how friends and peers can influence our choices while practicing ways to stay true to ourselves.
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NO GROUP JULY 1st
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Week #4 July 8th: Every Action Counts: Pause & Power Up
Learn how small actions can make a big impact while practicing “pause and think” skills before reacting.
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Week #5 July 15th: Decision Detectives
Discover how choices lead to outcomes and build problem-solving skills to help make mindful decisions.
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Week #6 July 22nd: The Power of Being YOU
Celebrate your strengths, build confidence, and practice bouncing back when things don’t go as planned.
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Week #7 July 29th: The Friendship Lab
Learn what makes friendships healthy, welcoming, and supportive while practicing how to be a caring friend.
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Week #8 August 5th: Skill Crafters Final Challenge
Work together through an exciting team challenge and celebrate all the skills, growth, and memories made this summer!
*15min Zoom Pre-Admission Interview is required prior to registration for new clients.
Led by: Katherine Esquivel, MS, LPC