The PEERS Program in North Little Rock, AR
The PEERS program is for teens (ages 13-18) who are motivated to learn and practice new ways of making friends, building relationships, and identifying social contexts that are a natural fit.
During each group session teens are taught important skills and are given the opportunity to practice these skills through modeling, role-play, activities and games. Through class discussion, teens practice giving and reciving feedback to teens in the class. Each class includes social homework in order to practice the new skills out in the wild.
Details
The PEERS Program enrollment is limited as we begin each class with 6-11 students. Classes are held on Wednesday evenings at Arkansas Families First, from 5:15 to 6:15 pm.
- PEERS is intended for teens who struggle with various aspects of socialization and friendship-making.
- Teens in the program often have Aspergers, High Functioning Autism, anxiety, and/or ADHD.
- Even though structure, support, and encouragement are of emphasis, in order to participate, teens must be able to manage their behavior and communicate well enough to participate in small group discussions and role-play.
- An application (below) is required. We do this to ensure the program is a good fit for your teen.
- The cost for one month of PEERS is $125.00. We ask that families pay before the first class.
- Each month we focus on a new topic. Once accpeted into the program, you’re teen can attend any month that applies to them.
Interpersonal Skills
We start with creating a good foundation of skills, through practice, coaching, & live feedback.The Basics
Basic socialization skills that are often missed by individuals who struggle socially.
Social Landscape
Teens learn strategies to broaden their landscape of opportunities to make lasting friendships.Increasing Strategic Opportunities
Finding peers and peer groups of similar teens can be key to building lasting relationships.
Handling Conflict
Teens learn strategies to resolve conflict, handle teasing, set boundaries, & accept rejectionDon't Burn the Bridge
Teasing, bullying, conflict, and bad reputations can make building lasting friendships even more challenging.Dating & Romance
Safety, Boundaries, Flirting, Going on Dates, Relationship Progression, etc.Getting Started
Finding a partner in life can be a major milestone in one’s life, but dating can feel so overwhelming
Future Planning
Teens explore life goals and learn strategies to reach them.Goal Setting
Focusing on goal setting, motivation, initiative, and self-awareness, empowering teens to create a meaningful future.Self-Care
Teens learn the importance of self-care and establish new lifestyle routines.Taking Ownership
Taking ownership of one’s body, life, and future is essential to living independently.Example Topics
Find common interests by trading information
Appropriately using humor
Enter and exiting conversations between peers
Dealing with rejection, teasing, and bullying
How to handle rumors and gossip
Hosting get-togethers
Making phone calls to friends
Choosing appropriate friends
Good Sportsmanship
- Health, Hygiene, and Self-care
- Assertiveness, Boundaries, and Speaking up
Conflict Resolution and Handling disagreements
- How to change a bad reputation
Dating, Romance, and RelationshipsReciprocal Conversation
- Reciprocal Conversation
- … many other topics not listed here.
Click below for the PEERS payment link.
What Client’s Say
This class was worth every penny! Its been a life changer for my child, and for me. He learned skills that immediately helped him cope socially and I loved the support and discussions in the parent group. Thank you!
About Us
Arkansas Families First is a multidisciplinary behavioral health care group that offers a variety of health services for children, teens and families in Central Arkansas. Our group of independently practicing providers strive to provide the best, most comprehensive care that modern psychology, psychiatry, counseling, and other disciplines have to offer.
Mission
Arkansas Families First is devoted to unlocking the full potential of children and families. We utilize the latest research and the most skilled providers in the service of improving people’s lives. We strive to empower parents and to integrate multiple disciplines in the building of strong families and healthy children.
Our Promise
We take a strengths-based approach utilizing the latest evidence-based treatments and include parents in all aspects of treatment and assessment. We’ll find the service and the provider that best fits your family. With our growing list of clinicians, if you are not satisfied with your provider or services will help you make the necessary changes.
