Pediatric Therapist-Led Social Groups
Fall Social Groups at Hummingbird:
We are excited to offer pediatric therapist-led social groups this fall! These groups are specially designed to help children develop essential social skills and work on similar goals in a supportive, structured environment. Our upcoming groups are listed below. Please note, the child does NOT have to be currently enrolled at Hummingbird- siblings, cousins, and friends are all encouraged to sign up and participate!
Counseling Social Group
Led by a counselor, this fun and supportive group will focus on social-emotional skills through activities such as board games, sensory play, conversation, and peer interaction.
MONDAYS (Ages 10+)
Dates: 9/14-11/2
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Location: Elmhurst
Executive Functioning & Language Group
Led by an SLP, this group will focus on developing executive functioning and language skills through engaging, age-appropriate activities and peer interaction.
MONDAYS (Ages 6-8)
Dates: 9/14-11/2
Time: 5:30-6:15pm
Location: Woodridge
Little Chefs Cooking Class
Led by a feeding therapist, Little Chefs is a hands-on group focused on trialing new foods in a fun, supportive environment. Children will have opportunities to explore foods, practice feeding skills, and build confidence around trying new foods.
TUESDAYS (Ages 3-5)
Dates: 9/15-11/3
Time: 3:30-4:45pm
Location: Elmhurst
Book Club
Led by an SLP, this group combines the fun of reading with opportunities to work on language, comprehension, conversation, perspective-taking, and social communication skills.
THURSDAYS (Ages 7-9)
Dates: 9/17-11/5
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Location: Westmont
Spots are limited to maintain a small, supportive group setting. To reserve a spot or learn more, please fill out the form below! If you’re interested in a group but the current time, age range, or location does not work for you, please let us know, and a team member will get in touch!
Why Choose Hummingbird’s Social Groups?
Therapist-Led
All groups are guided by licensed therapists with expertise in social skills development, emotional regulation, and communication.
Small Group Sizes
Each group is designed to ensure individual attention and foster positive interactions among participants.
Tailored to Individual Needs & Goals
Groups are carefully formed based on your child’s unique needs and social goals, allowing for a personalized experience that targets their specific growth areas.
Age & Interest Matching
Children are paired with peers who have similar ages and interests, creating an environment where they can form authentic friendships and engage in meaningful social exchanges.
Fun & Interactive
Through games, activities, and structured discussions, children will practice essential social skills in a safe and engaging way.
What to Expect from Our Social Groups
Every social group includes children who bring different personalities, interests, strengths, communication styles, and support needs. We intentionally create groups that reflect the diversity children encounter in everyday life.
One of the greatest benefits of group therapy is learning to build relationships with peers who think, communicate, and interact differently. With guidance from our therapists, children practice respecting differences, solving problems together, adapting to new situations, and developing meaningful social connections.
Our goal is not to create groups where every child is the same—it is to create a safe, supportive environment where every child can learn from one another while working toward their own individualized social goals.
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Interested in learning more about Hummingbird’s pediatric therapist-led social groups? Complete the form above!