Let’s build friendship skills together
We help kids develop social competence, confidence, and coping skills for life.
Social skills training by experienced, licensed psychologists
Friendship Building Psychological Services, PLLC, is Long Island’s leading psychologist-led social skills program for children and teens, created to improve social skills for forming meaningful friendships and relationships. It’s also the first of its kind to incorporate a parent education component to help families continue embracing new skill sets at home. We know and appreciate how powerful group support can be.
The benefits of peer-based group sessions
Kids gain the toolsets they need to develop healthy, happy relationships
No two kids are alike, and yet social and emotional growth is foundational for all. That’s why our licensed psychologists teach through multi-modalities of learning. So, kids can build new social frameworks to connect, handle conflict, and feel content in school and among their peers. Skills they will carry forward throughout life.
Parents are supported, too
While children and/or teens meet in their group, parents meet separately to share and learn from each other. They are guided by the facilitating psychologist on topics promoting their child’s social and emotional growth—at home, at school, and in the community.
Our groups welcome kids from pre-K through high school who want to feel better in social settings and at making friends. Whether your child is energetic, shy, or just struggling to connect, we meet them where they are. If friendships haven’t come easily, our groups can help make a difference. Curious? Call us and set up a screening to make sure it’s the right fit.
For children and teens needing support in making and keeping friends
Our founders bring decades of experience in helping kids thrive
As child psychologists, Dr. Fern and Dr. Kristin have more than 30 combined years of experience working in child development. They share a warm, compassionate approach to helping kids grow emotionally and socially, and specialize in assessing and treating kids with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), anxiety disorders, and behavioral challenges. Upon request, they can also provide comprehensive evaluations and individual counseling sessions as needed.