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Friendships. Communication. Confidence. These are the cornerstones of childhood — and the focus of Yellow Bus ABA’s Social Skills Groups.
Our group programs use the proven principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to help children and adolescents learn how to connect, cooperate, and communicate with others in a supportive, structured environment.
Led by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and trained therapists, each group is designed to meet participants where they are — whether they’re just learning to share and take turns, or practicing more complex social interactions with peers.
Social Skills Groups are small, therapist-led sessions that teach and reinforce communication and social interaction using evidence-based ABA methods.
Children and teens learn skills that help them form friendships, handle social challenges, and build confidence in group environments.
Key elements include:
These groups are available year-round across all Yellow Bus ABA centers — and can be integrated into each child’s overall treatment plan.
Each group is organized by age, ability, and social development level, ensuring every participant feels supported and appropriately challenged.
A BCBA conducts a short assessment to identify each child’s social strengths and areas for growth, then places them in the best-fitting peer group.
Groups typically include 3–6 participants and meet multiple times per week. Sessions use structured play, games, and activities to practice social interaction.
Therapists incorporate real-life situations — sharing toys, waiting turns, greeting peers, or solving small conflicts — to build generalization.
BCBAs track progress and adjust teaching strategies regularly, sharing updates with parents.
Parents are coached on ways to reinforce social learning at home and school.
Children learn by watching and practicing alongside peers who demonstrate positive social behaviors.
51 Charles St,
(845) 327-7111Conveniently located near Garden City, our Mineola center supports children of all ages with In-Home and Center-Based ABA Therapy programs.
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253 Broadway (845) 327-7111Serving Lynbrook, Rockville Centre, and surrounding communities, this center provides a warm, family-focused environment for ABA therapy.
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1975 Linden Blvd (845) 327-7111Serving the Elmont and Valley Stream communities, this center specializes in early intervention and social skills programs for young learners.
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99 Sunnyside blvd Ext (845) 327-7111Located near Woodbury, our Plainview center offers flexible ABA therapy for all ages, with supportive In-Home and Center-Based programs tailored to your family’s needs.
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241-02 Northern Blvd (845) 327-7111Located near Little Neck and Bayside, our Douglaston center provides early childhood and pediatric ABA therapy in a bright, welcoming setting.
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69-24 Austin St (845) 327-7111Conveniently located in Forest Hills, our Queens center supports early childhood growth with pediatric services and social skills programs.
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1056 Manhattan Ave, (845) 327-7111Our Brooklyn location offers a modern environment for ABA therapy, with dedicated spaces for social skills groups and adolescent programs.
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86 Main St. (914) 205-5430Located near downtown Yonkers, this center supports children and young adults with personalized ABA programs and transition services.
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110 Crystal Run Road, 845-327-7111Serving Hudson Valley families, our center delivers individualized ABA programs, adolescent therapy, & transition-to-adulthood support in a structured setting.
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488 Freedom Plains Road, 845-327-7111Serving Dutchess County and beyond, our Poughkeepsie center focuses on individualized ABA therapy plans, life skills, and family support.
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7143 Stonewall Pkwy, (804) 557-0881Our Mechanicsville center provides a warm, clinical environment designed to feel like home while fostering significant developmental growth.
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1550 Oakbridge Drive, (804) 992-9900Our Powhatan center provides a warm, inviting, and highly structured environment where children can thrive through personalized ABA therapy.
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Many children and teens with autism or social communication challenges struggle with navigating friendships, group play, or understanding social cues.
Through structured group practice, they can learn and master the skills that make daily interactions easier and more enjoyable.
Benefits of ABA Social Skills Groups:
Our goal is to help every participant feel included, understood, and capable — both inside and outside the therapy room.
Let’s help your child connect, communicate, and thrive. Connection begins with one step — and we’re here to guide it. Here’s how to begin:
Reach out to our friendly intake specialists to schedule a consultation. We’ll discuss your child’s needs, answer your questions, and explain the ABA therapy process.
Our team helps you check your insurance benefits to understand coverage for ABA services, making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) conducts a thorough evaluation of your child’s development, behavior, and learning style. This assessment identifies strengths, areas for growth, and the best strategies for therapy.
Once the plan is set, therapy starts at home or at one of our centers. Sessions are tailored to your child’s goals and interests, blending structured learning with play-based activities to keep them engaged and support steady developmental progress.
The sooner you start, the sooner your child can begin making progress!
Our ABA-based social skills groups teach children and teens how to connect, cooperate, and thrive socially.
Skills include:
Each skill is taught explicitly, reinforced through play, and practiced repeatedly until mastered.
Families choose Yellow Bus ABA because we combine the science of ABA with the art of connection.Our mission is to help children and teens develop not only skills — but confidence, connection, and community.
What makes our groups special:
Programs guided by
experienced clinical leadership.
Tailored to your child’s
needs and learning style.
Accessible to families across
New York & Virginia.
We work closely with schools to
support consistency across settings.
We verify coverage, handle authorizations, and simplify billing.
We train and support parents
every step of the way.
ABA therapy is covered by most major insurance providers in New York & Virginia. We accept a wide range of plans and guide families through the approval process from start to finish.
Our intake team helps with:
We offer groups for children (ages 3–6), preteens (7–12), and teens (13–18), with placements based on developmental level and goals.
Typically 3–6 participants per group to ensure personalized attention and meaningful peer interaction.
Yes. Most insurance plans that cover ABA therapy include group social skills training.
Yes. Many families choose social groups as a standalone service or as a supplement to 1:1 therapy.
BCBAs track data throughout each session and adjust goals as participants master skills.