Children’s Friendship Training (CFT) Social Skills Group (Ages 8–12)
We’re offering two social skills groups-one for ages 8–9 and one for ages 10–12!
CFT is an evidence- based social skills program (Frankel & Myatt, 2003) designed for kids ages 8–12. It helps kids learn and practice friendship skills they can use at school, home, and in the community.
Each small group (6–8 kids) is led by a trained instructor and assistant, using the CFT and PEERS® curriculums.
Group Information
Age Group
Ages 8–9
Kids’ Sessions
Saturdays
12:30–1:30 PM
In-person at Launch Behavioural Health
12:30–1:30 PM
In-person at Launch Behavioural Health
Kids’ Dates
January 10 - March 14, 2026 (10 sessions)
Parent Sessions
Tuesdays
6:00–7:00 PM
Online
6:00–7:00 PM
Online
Parent Dates
January 13 - March 14, 2026 (10 sessions)
Fee
$1250
Age Group
Ages 10–12
Kids’ Sessions
Saturdays
2:00–3:00 PM
In-person at Launch Behavioural Health
2:00–3:00 PM
In-person at Launch Behavioural Health
Kids’ Dates
January 10 - April 18, 2026
No sessions Mar 14, Mar 21, Apr 4 (12 sessions)
No sessions Mar 14, Mar 21, Apr 4 (12 sessions)
Parent Sessions
Thursdays
7:00–8:00 PM
Online
7:00–8:00 PM
Online
Parent Dates
January 8 - April 16, 2026
No sessions Mar 12, Mar 19, Apr 2 (12 sessions)
No sessions Mar 12, Mar 19, Apr 2 (12 sessions)
Fee
$1500
Children will learn skills like:
- Starting and maintaining conversations
- Joining peer groups
- Making and keeping friends
- Handling teasing
- Playing games fairly
- Being a good host during playdates
What’s Included:
- One 60-minute child session each week (10–12 sessions)
- One 60-minute parent session each week (online, 10–12 sessions)
- Manualized curriculum
- Supervision by a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA)
- Group-based learning and peer interaction
Parent Commitment
- Attend weekly parent sessions
- Support your child with weekly homework, including weekly phone calls
- Ongoing communication about your child’s progress and any challenges
Eligibility:
For kids ages 8–12 who:
- Can focus and take part in short group lessons (30 minutes)
- Can talk about their interests
- Can play basic board and group games
- Want to make friends
A brief intake meeting will be required before the program starts.
Good to Know:
Services are delivered by a clinical team of Registered Behaviour Analysts (RBAs) and Instructor Therapists. Funding through the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) may apply.
Questions about our groups? Contact us.