Buzz Into Social Confidence: Based on the world-renowned PEERS curriculum from UCLA
The PEERS® (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) program is a globally recognized social skills training for neurodiverse teens. Designed for middle and high school students with developmental disabilities, this curriculum supports meaningful friendship-building, communication, and social confidence. Developed at UCLA and now used in over 150 countries, PEERS is available through ISAY-USAY as a certified offering.
PEERS SOCIAL SKILLS PROGRAM
Tailored for Teens
Building friendships with guidance and support Body Copy: This program is ideal for teenagers with Autism Level 1–2 who want to improve their social interactions. Parent involvement is a key part of the experience, ensuring consistency and support both during and after sessions. Families looking to help their teen gain independence and confidence in social settings will find this program a valuable tool.
Tailored for Teens
Building friendships with guidance and support Body Copy: This program is ideal for teenagers with Autism Level 1–2 who want to improve their social interactions. Parent involvement is a key part of the experience, ensuring consistency and support both during and after sessions. Families looking to help their teen gain independence and confidence in social settings will find this program a valuable tool.
Flexible format. Real-world results.
Meeting Format
In-person, virtual, or hybrid options available
Length
90-minute sessions, once a week
Duration
Two 7-week sessions (14 weeks total)
An ISAY-USAY LED Program
Led by Kelley S., certified PEERS® provider
Parent-assisted model for lasting impact
PEERS can help develop real conversations. Real friendships.
Starting and maintaining conversations
Navigating electronic communication
Handling rejection and conflict
Choosing appropriate friends
Using humor appropriately
Addressing bullying and gossip
Tailored for Teens
Building friendships with guidance and support Body Copy: This program is ideal for teenagers with Autism Level 1–2 who want to improve their social interactions. Parent involvement is a key part of the experience, ensuring consistency and support both during and after sessions. Families looking to help their teen gain independence and confidence in social settings will find this program a valuable tool.
Fly with your PEERS group.
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One-time intake fee: $25
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Program fee: $600 per 7-week session
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Minimum group size: 3–4 teens per cohort
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Email us at admin@isay-usay.org to get started
A Note to Parents:
Your Role Matters! We’ve seen firsthand that teens thrive in PEERS when parents are actively involved. While it may be tempting to drop off your teen and go, this program includes essential parent coaching to help reinforce social strategies at home. Your participation makes all the difference.
