Social Skills & Play
Building stronger social skills through play-based support
Children learn through play—sharing, taking turns, reading social cues, and navigating relationships. But for some kids, those skills don’t come as naturally. At iThrive, we use play as a powerful tool to help children build confidence in social situations. Through guided sessions and practical strategies, we support kids in connecting, communicating, and forming meaningful friendships in ways that feel safe and fun.
Why social skills matter for development
Strong social skills help children feel more included, confident, and capable across school, family, and peer settings. If your child struggles with group play, conversation, or understanding body language, it can lead to frustration and isolation. That’s where we come in—creating opportunities for connection and growth through social learning.
Guided play
We create play-based environments that gently support your child’s social development. Our sessions are designed to be fun, relaxed, and low-pressure—perfect for practising important social concepts like turn-taking, collaboration, and flexible thinking in a way that sticks.
Real-life practice
It’s not just about learning the rules—it’s about knowing how to use them. We help kids apply social skills in real-life settings, giving them the tools to handle friendships, group activities, and challenges with greater confidence and ease.
How we can help
At iThrive, we know every child is different—so we tailor our approach to meet your child where they’re at. Our therapists work closely with families to create a support plan that builds social confidence in engaging, supportive, and age-appropriate ways. Together, we help kids grow into their social world.
