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Community Skills –
Group Therapy Program

Building confidence, independence, and community participation at every stage of life

The Community Skills Therapy Program is a small-group, neuroaffirming therapy program designed to support neurodivergent individuals to build practical life skills, confidence, and independence in real-world community settings.

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This program is offered across three age groups and focuses on developing the skills needed to participate safely, confidently, and meaningfully in everyday life.

Program Goals

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Develop independence and confidence in community activities.

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Strengthen social communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities

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Practice emotional regulation and reflection in supported environments

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Consolidate skills across multiple contexts and celebrate achievements with peers and family.

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Build functional life skills including shopping, money handling, budgeting, and meal preparation.

Program Overview

Ages:

  • 8–12 years

  • 13–17 years

  • 18 years +

 

Group Size:
4–8 participants per group

 

Delivery available via:

  • Block-based therapy programs

  • Offered weekly during school terms and/or school holiday intensives

  • Clinic-based and community-based sessions (e.g. shops, libraries, cafés, transport environments)

 

Funding:
NDIS (agency managed, self-managed and plan-managed) or private fee-paying

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Program Details

The Community Skills Therapy Program supports participants to:

  • Build confidence and independence in everyday community activities

  • Strengthen social communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

  • Develop community safety awareness

  • Build functional life skills that can be used in daily life

 

Skills are taught in context, not in isolation, so participants can practice and generalise learning in meaningful environments.

Age-Based Program Streams

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Community Skills – Children (8–12 years)

Designed for children who benefit from supported, guided practice in community settings.

 

Focus areas may include:

  • Following routines and group expectations

  • Turn-taking, teamwork, and cooperative play

  • Understanding community rules and safety

  • Early money concepts (paying, waiting, choosing)

  • Emotional regulation in busy or unfamiliar environments

 

Sessions are highly supported, visual, and play-based, with a strong emphasis on confidence building and participation.

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Community Skills – Teens (13–17 years)

Designed for teenagers working towards greater independence and self-confidence in the community.

 

Focus areas may include:

  • Social communication and peer interaction

  • Problem-solving and flexible thinking

  • Independent shopping and budgeting skills

  • Navigating public spaces safely

  • Managing emotions, stress, and uncertainty in real-world settings

 

Programs support identity development, autonomy, and practical skill building in a respectful, age-appropriate way.

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Community Skills – Adults (18 years +)

Designed for young adults and adults who want to build or strengthen independent living and community participation skills.

 

Focus areas may include:

  • Independent shopping, budgeting, and money handling

  • Meal planning and preparation

  • Community navigation and transport skills

  • Workplace-adjacent skills (communication, planning, teamwork)

  • Self-advocacy and confidence in everyday interactions

  • Cyber & Community Safety

 

Programs are collaborative and strengths-based, recognising participants as experts in their own lives.

 Our Approach

The program is built on the GROW™ Framework and guided by a neuroaffirming, trauma-centred approach.

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We prioritise:

  • Predictability: Clear routines, visual supports, and consistent structure

  • Empowerment: Choice, autonomy, and co-created group expectations

  • Safety & Connection: Regulation support and relationship-based practice

  • Flexibility: Adjustments for sensory, communication, and access needs

 

Participation is always encouraged, never forced.

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Is this Program a Good fit?

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This program may be suitable if the participant:

  • Wants to build confidence in community settings

  • Benefits from small group learning

  • Is working towards greater independence

  • Has NDIS goals related to daily living or community participation

If you’re unsure whether this program is the right fit, we’re happy to discuss individual needs and options.

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Enrolments & Referrals

​​Community Skills Therapy Programs run in scheduled blocks throughout the year, with age-specific groups offered based on demand.

 

Get in touch to:

  • Register interest for upcoming blocks

  • Discuss funding and suitability

  • Make a referral

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