Building social skills can be a challenge for young kids, especially those with developmental delays. You may be asking yourself “How can therapy support my child’s social skills?”
Therapy can help your child learn how to communicate, make friends, and interact with others in positive ways. In this video, we’ll share how working with a therapist for child development can make a difference in your child’s social life.
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Welcome back to the Exceptional Lives Early Childhood FAQ Series.
Social skills are important for every child, but some kids may need a little extra help building them. That’s where a therapist for child development comes in!
Therapists who work with young kids focus on teaching skills like problem solving, taking turns, and understanding body language. They might use games, role-playing, or group activities to practice these skills in a fun way.
Here are a few ways therapists help kids practice social skills:
- Role-Playing: Kids practice real-life situations like greeting a friend or joining a group activity.
- Social Stories: Therapists use simple stories to teach how to handle different social situations.
- Group Therapy: Kids practice talking, sharing, and playing with peers in a supportive environment.
Therapy can also help kids learn how to manage big feelings and solve problems with friends. When children build strong social skills, they feel more confident and ready to connect with others.
If your child has trouble making friends or expressing themselves, a therapist for child development can help. Search our Disability Services Finder to find services in Louisiana and Massachusetts.
For more resources on early childhood development and finding the right support, visit Exceptional Lives.
Learn more:
Early Childhood FAQ: How to Get Therapy for a Developmental Delay
PT, OT, speech and language: making sense of child development therapy
Can My Child Do Therapy at Daycare? How to Coordinate with Providers
