Supporting Your Family's Autism Journey

We understand that the journey with autism is a family experience, which is why we offer a variety of group therapy options to support not only the children with autism but also their families. Here’s a look at our group therapy programs designed to provide comprehensive support and foster meaningful connections:

Social-Emotional and Friendship Group (ages 6-8 and 9-12)

This group is perfect for children with autism to learn essential social-emotional skills like self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship skills. Facilitated by licensed mental health clinicians, this group provides a safe and structured environment for children to practice these skills. It’s recommended that participants have completed individual therapy and are ready to engage in a group setting without one-to-one assistance.

Madison Location Only

SESSION 1: April 1st - May 20th 2025
Tuesdays from 5:15-6:30pm

SESSION 2: June 17th - August 5th 2025
Tuesdays from 11:30-12:15pm

SESSION 3: October 7th - November 25th 2025
Tuesdays from 5:15-6:30pm

Insurance & Private Pay

Kid Hangout (ages 8-12 who have completed our Social Emotional Learning Group)

The 8-week group in which kids meet and socialize with same-age peers while having an opportunity to practice making and sustaining friendships. This group will be led in a semi-structured play format by a licensed mental health clinician.

Madison Location Only

SESSION 1: June 18th - August 6th 2025
Wednesdays 11-12:15pm

Private Pay & CLTS

Dane County Department of Human Services.

PEERS (ages 13-17)

PEERS® is a 14-week, evidence-based social skills program for motivated teens in middle and high school who want to learn how to make and keep friends. Each session teaches important social skills, and they get to practice these skills through social activities. Parents attend separate sessions simultaneously to learn how to support their teens in expanding their social networks and providing feedback through weekly socialization homework assignments.

Madison Location Only

ONLY SESSION FOR THE YEAR

SESSION 1: Feb. 3rd-May 5th 2025
Monday from 5:15-6:30pm

Insurance & Private Pay

Teen Hangout (ages 13-17)

Our "Teen Hangout" runs for 8 weeks and is led by a licensed mental health clinician. It offers a relaxed, unstructured environment where teens can meet and socialize with peers. It’s a great opportunity for adolescents to practice making and sustaining friendships in a supportive setting. Completion of the PEERS program is recommended before joining this group.

Madison Location Only

SESSION 1: Feb 6th - March 27th 2025
Thursdays from 5:15-6:30pm

SESSION 2: June 17th - August 5th 2025
Tuesdays from 1:00-2:15pm

SESSION 3: Sept 10th - Oct 30th 2025
Thursdays from 5:15-6:30pm

Private Pay & CLTS

Dane County Department of Human Services.

Parent Support Group

This group is designed for parents of individuals with autism of all ages. Over the course of 8 sessions, parents can learn more about autism, share their experiences and feelings, and develop strategies for enhancing their self-care and managing their child’s behavior. It’s a supportive space to connect with other parents who understand the unique challenges of raising a child with autism.

*Only Available at our Madison Location

Next groups starting February, June and September 2025

Parent Empowerment (parents with children 5 and under)

This group is for parents of autistic individuals ages 5 and under. Parents will have a chance to learn about autism, discuss their experiences and feelings, and learn strategies for enhancing their self-care and well-being as well as managing their child’s behavior. 8 weeks.

Madison Location Only

SESSION 1: Feb 4th - March 25th 2025
Tuesdays from 9-10:15am

Private Pay & CLTS

Dane County Department of Human Services.

Sibling Support (all ages)

This group is for siblings of individuals with autism. It provides a space for siblings to learn about autism, share their experiences, and develop skills to enhance their relationship with their autistic sibling. Connecting with peers who "get it" can be incredibly empowering and supportive for siblings.

At KGH Autism Services, we are here to support every member of your family as you navigate the autism journey together. We are committed to providing a compassionate, understanding environment where everyone can learn, grow, and thrive.

Madison Location Only

ONLY SESSION FOR THE YEAR

SESSION 1: Sept 10th - Oct 29th 2025
Wednesdays from 5:15-6:30pm

Private Pay & CLTS

Dane County Department of Human Services.