Now Enrolling
for 2025–2026 Social Skills Groups
Open enrollment is available across all age groups (6–29). Spots fill quickly — apply today to secure your place for the upcoming year.
Now Enrolling
for 2025–2026 Social Skills Groups
Open enrollment is available across all age groups (6–29). Spots fill quickly — apply today to secure your place for the upcoming year.
Social Skills Group Program
Locations in Reading & Lexington, MA
The Triumph Center offers social skills groups for children, adolescents, and young adults to enhance their emotional and social development. Our social skills program is based on the belief that a child’s emotional, physical, and social development can be enhanced through cooperative, non-competitive play.
We can simulate familiar play situations while providing structure and support to guide and coach children through their interactions. In essence, we slow down the social scene for kids and teach them how to form relationships with skill and confidence.
Our Approach
With evidence-based interventions, we help children enter and sustain participation in play situations. Our counselors use structured learning, practice, and modeling to enhance social skills such as sharing, turn-taking, flexible problem solving and good sportsmanship. Overall, we provide an environment that feels safe and allows children to take appropriate social risks.
Groups for Children, Teens, and Young Adults (Ages 6–29)
Our groups are tailored to age, developmental level, social skills abilities, interests, and behavioral styles, with co-led sessions involving various activities and discussions. These groups benefit a diverse range of participants and serve a wide range of children, adolescents and young adults ages 6 – 29. While our groups and their goals are quite diverse, some of the members have diagnoses such as ADHD, Anxiety Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder, Executive Functioning Disorder, and Non-verbal Learning Disorder.
Now Accepting Applications
Open Enrollment Year-Round
Social skills groups run September through June with open enrollment throughout the year. Applications are currently being accepted across all age groups.
All new applicants are required to complete an intake interview prior to placement. To set up an intake interview, call us at (781) 942-9277, email triumphcenter@verizon.net, or submit this form to receive more information and start the enrollment process.
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Special Offers
Camp Triumph Discount
& Referral Bonus
Camp Triumph Discount: Participants in the 2025-2026 group program are entitled to a 10% discount if they enroll in the Camp Triumph program for the summer of 2026.
Referral Bonus: Families who refer a new participant receive a $60 credit if the referral enrolls and is placed in a group.
Social Skills Group Program Staff
Tim Niemiec, LMHC, BCBA, LABA
Group Program Director
The Social Skills Group Program is directed by Mr. Tim Niemiec, LMHC, BCBA, LABA, and supervised by Dr. George Marinakis, Dr. Chris Anderson, Dr. Allison Jekogian, and Dr. Emily Barry.
Staff members include licensed psychologists, licensed social workers, licensed mental health counselors, and licensed behavior analysts. All group program staff are professionally trained in clinical and counseling psychology.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages are eligible?
We serve children, adolescents, and young adults ages 6–29. Groups are matched not just by age, but also by developmental level, social skills, and readiness to ensure a good fit.
How do you form your groups?
Every participant completes an intake process. Based on age, skills, interests, and behavioral style, we place members into small, co-led groups designed to encourage growth and progress.
Where are the groups located?
Groups are held in Reading, MA and Lexington, MA, serving families across the Greater Boston area.
What diagnoses or needs do you support?
Many participants benefit from support with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Social Communication Disorders, anxiety, executive functioning challenges, and related learning or behavioral needs. A diagnosis is not required to participate.
When can I enroll?
Our social skills groups run September through June, and we offer open enrollment year-round, depending on availability. Families are encouraged to apply early for preferred times and locations.
How much does it cost?
The current fee is $74 per session, billed as a 14-week session ($1,036 total). New members complete a one-time intake interview ($150). All children must attend at least one 14-week session regardless of their starting date.
Sliding scale rates may be available for families who qualify. Please call the office at 781-942-9277 for a sliding scale application.
Do you accept insurance?
The Triumph Center is out-of-network for all insurance coverage. Families pay at the time of service and can seek reimbursement directly from their insurance provider using the itemized receipts we provide.
Please contact your insurance provider to find out about your out-of-network (OON) coverage.
What outcomes can we expect?
Participants build friendships, confidence, emotional regulation, flexible problem-solving, and independence. Parents often notice improvements in peer interactions at school and home.
What is the schedule and session length?
Groups meet once weekly for 50 minutes. We offer multiple weekday time slots. The more flexibility families indicate, the greater the chance of placement. Time slots range from Monday–Friday between 3:30–5:20pm.
Who leads the Social Skills Group Program?
Our group programs are supervised by our experienced clinical team. Staff members include licensed psychologists, licensed social workers, licensed mental health counselors, and licensed behavior analysts. All group program staff are professionally trained in clinical and counseling psychology.
How do we get started?
Simply complete the interest form on our website or call us at (781) 942-9277. New applicants must complete an intake interview before placement.
Social Skills Groups
Lexington First Baptist Church
1580 Mass Ave., Lexington, MA 02420
Unitarian Universalist Church of Reading
239 Woburn St., Reading, MA 01867
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Registration application forms are being accepted now for potential openings across all age groups!
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