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Introducing Strivesocial

Helping Young People Build Meaningful Friendships & Social Confidence

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Personalised Social Skills Coaching

Led by Julie Athanasiou, Certified Practising Speech Pathologist, PEERS® Certified Provider, and Director of Strivesocial Pty Ltd, we offer personalised social skills coaching for teenagers and young adults who want to improve their social connections.

✓ Online & In-Person Sessions Available

✓ Serving Nationwide

✓ Free Initial Consultations

Why Choose PEERS® Social Skills Training?

• Evidence-based program from UCLA research
• Practical, real-world social skills
• Suitable for autism, ADHD, anxiety, and depression
• Proven to reduce loneliness and improve social confidence

PEERS PROGRAM

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One-on-One PEERS’

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1-on-1 Minecraft PEERS

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Highschool Visits

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Bootcamps

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Speech Pathology

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What is PEERS®?

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PEERS® (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) is an acclaimed 16-week program designed to improve social skills in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, depression, and other similar challenges. It is also suitable for people who don’t identify with any of these conditions. PEERS® is for anyone who is motivated to improve their relational skills! The program is based on research from the University of California, Los Angelos (UCLS) and has a global reputation.

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