Welcome to Serene Mind Counseling, where we offer compassionate and effective group counseling services designed to help adults develop and enhance their social skills.
Whether you're struggling with communication, assertiveness, or building meaningful relationships, our caring therapists in Tampa and Jacksonville are here to support you on your journey towards greater social confidence and connection.
About Our Adult Social Skills Group Counseling:
Our adult social skills groups provide a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where individuals can learn and practice essential social skills in a safe and structured setting.
Led by experienced therapists, our groups offer a unique opportunity for personal growth, self-discovery, and skill-building alongside peers who share similar challenges and goals.
Do You Worry About Social Situations?
Social situations can be intimidating for many adults who have limited practice or experience in social settings.
It is easy to get stuck in your own head and over think.
You may have a hard time knowing how to introduce yourself, knowing what to say or fearing you will say the wrong thing.
We know you are doing the best you can to live a socially fulfilled life.
Our social skills group is here to help you build confidence, empathy, social cues and actively practice your social skills with other adults.
Our group therapist wants you to overcome any social hurdles.
Our Young Adult Social Skills Group is For Adults Who…
have a tendency to shy away from talking to new people.
Adults who want to make more friends but do not know how.
Adults who have a hard time following social cues or do not know how to start a conversation.
Adults who become self conscious about their appearance and how others see them.
Adults who have a hard time being assertive and independent.
Adults who hesitate going to new places or trying new things.
Adults who struggle connecting with others on a social emotional level.
Adults who have been labeled shy and just want to make new friends.
Weekly Themes Will Consist of…
Communication Skills and Listening: Effective listening, assertive communication, and expressing thoughts and feelings clearly and confidently.
Social Interaction: Initiating and maintaining conversations, safety, understanding social cues, and navigating social situations with ease.
Relationship Building and Boundaries: Building and sustaining meaningful relationships, setting boundaries, and resolving conflicts constructively.
Self-Esteem and Confidence: Cultivating self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-confidence in social interactions and relationships.
Emotional Regulation: Identifying and managing emotions, coping with stress and anxiety, and responding adaptively to social challenges.
By Attending Our Social Skills Group You Will Be Able To…
connect with new people and make new friends.
Learn and practice social cues.
Set healthy boundaries.
Be open to going to new places and having new healthy experiences.
Have an easier time connecting and interacting with others.
Improve social behavior, make social interactions fun, relaxing and rewarding.
Learn to be more assertive in social situations.
Benefits of Adult Social Skills Group Counseling:
Skill Development: Learn practical strategies and techniques for improving social skills and building confidence in social settings.
Peer Support: Connect with others who share similar experiences and challenges, fostering a sense of belonging and understanding.
Safe Environment: Practice social skills in a supportive and nonjudgmental setting, free from the pressure of judgment or criticism.
Feedback and Reflection: Receive constructive feedback and guidance from group members and therapists, facilitating personal growth and self-awareness.
Real-World Application: Apply learned skills and strategies to real-life situations, enhancing social competence and effectiveness in various contexts.
