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Social Skills Groups Providers in Chicago
📍 2436 W. North Ave.
📍 Randolph Street location (see website for full address)
📍 Office locations vary (Chicago / Chicagoland)
📍 Pioneer Therapy locations: 2232 N Clybourn Ave; 3709 N Kedzie Ave
📍 1939 West 13th Street, Suite 300
📍 1939 West 13th Street, Suite 300
📍 1939 West 13th Street, Suite 300
📍 20 E. Jackson Blvd., room 300
📍 Various (Lurie Children's system locations)
📍 1645 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 603
JCFS Chicago — Developmental & Social Groups
📍 3003 W. Touhy Avenue
📍 2232 N. Clybourn Ave
What to Look For in Social Skills Groups
Social skills groups bring together children with similar developmental levels to practice social interaction, communication, friendship skills, and emotional regulation in structured, supportive settings.
- ✓Appropriate peer grouping (age and skill level)
- ✓Evidence-based curriculum
- ✓Trained facilitators
- ✓Parent involvement component
- ✓Opportunities for generalization
Insurance: Coverage varies. Some groups are covered as speech therapy or behavioral health. Schools may offer social skills through IEPs. Private groups are often out-of-pocket.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is appropriate for social skills groups?▾
How is a social skills group different from therapy?▾
How often should my child attend?▾
Will my child be with neurotypical peers?▾
Illinois Resources
Funding Sources
Medicaid/State Program
Contact your state's Medicaid agency for autism-related services and waiver programs.
Private Insurance
Many states mandate autism coverage. Check your plan's benefits.
School District (IEP)
Free Appropriate Public Education for children ages 3-22 with disabilities.
Early Intervention
Federally mandated services for children 0-3 with developmental delays.