Girls Connect: Summer Social Skills Group
A fun, supportive summer group for middle school girls to build confidence, make connections, and develop skills that last a lifetime.
Is Girls Connect Right for the Girl in Your Life?
Middle school can be one of the most socially challenging times in a girl's life. Friendships shift, social pressure increases, and many girls struggle to find where they belong. If the girl you care for experiences any of the following, Girls Connect was designed with her in mind:
✔ Difficulty making or keeping friends
✔ Social anxiety or nervousness in group settings
✔ Trouble speaking up or asserting herself
✔ Sensitivity to peer rejection or conflict
✔ Low self-confidence or self-esteem
✔ Feeling left out or misunderstood by peers
✔ Struggling with reading social cues
✔ Wanting to build stronger, healthier friendships
If you nodded along to any of these, she would thrive in Girls Connect.
About Girls Connect
Girls Connect is an 8-week summer social skills group for middle school girls ages 11-14, at our Newport News office. Each weekly session is a safe, fun, and structured space where girls learn and practice real-world social skills alongside peers who understand what they are going through.
Through guided activities, group discussions, and skill-building exercises, participants will develop the tools they need to navigate friendships, handle conflict, manage social anxiety, and show up confidently in the world.
Start Date: Saturday, June 21, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM — 11:30 AM
Location: Newport News, VA Office
Ages: Middle School Girls
Group Size: 6-8 Girls
Duration: 8 Weeks
Insurance: Medicaid, Medicare & most commercial insurance accepted
Social Skills We Focus On
Each session focuses on a new skill that participants can take home and use right away.
🌟 Building trust and feeling safe in a group setting
🌟 Discovering personal strengths and identity
🌟 Reading social cues and body language
🌟 Speaking up and finding their voice
🌟 Navigating conflict and disagreements
🌟 Managing social anxiety
🌟 Building healthy, lasting friendships
🌟 Celebrating growth and looking ahead
What to Expect
Getting started with Girls Connect is simple. Here's how it works:
Step 1 — Request InformationFill out the interest form below and a member of our team will reach out within 1 business day to answer your questions and walk you through next steps.
Step 2 — Schedule an IntakeBefore joining the group each participant completes a brief individual intake appointment with our clinician. This helps us ensure the group is the right fit.
Step 3 — Join the GroupOnce the intake is complete and the spot is confirmed she is ready to connect, grow, and thrive with Girls Connect this summer.
Insurance & Cost
Insurance acceptance varies by clinician. Please contact our office to confirm that your specific therapist is in-network with your insurance plan before scheduling.
We accept most insurance plans. We will verify insurance coverage before the intake appointment so there are no surprises. Contact us to confirm your specific coverage before reserving a spot.
Have Questions About Girls Connect?
Fill out the form and a member of our team will get back to you within 1 business day.
Ready to Reserve a Spot?
Spots are limited to 6-8 participants. Fill out the registration form below to reserve a spot in Girls Connect. A member of our team will contact you within 1 business day to confirm enrollment and schedule the intake appointment.