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Clue Breakers

Many young people, including those with Asperger Syndrome, have a hard time reading social cues. The purpose of this group is to discover the clues of successful social interactions, such as reading facial expressions and body language. The goal is to develop effective communication skills and learn to take the perspective of another. Each session will include the introduction, modeling and practice of a social skill, as well as group counseling related to friendship issues.

Schedule:   2008

FALL SESSIONS: Registration open NOW!

Group 1: 1St, 2nd and 3rd grade boys and girls (limit 6)
Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 pm from November 5 thru December 17 


Group 2: 3rd, 4th and 5th grade boys and girls (limit 6)
Wednesdays from 4:45-5:45 pm from November 5 thru December 17 


Group 3: 6th, 7th and 8th grade boys and girls (limit 6)
Wednesdays from 6:00-7:00 pm from November 5 thru December 17

 There will be no meeting on November 26th

New Thursday Group  

• Group 1: 7th,8th and 9th grade boys and girls (limit 6)
Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 pm from November 6th thru December 18th 

 There will be no meeting on November 27th 
 

Facilitated by Gina De Simone, PsyD


EARLY REGISTRATION discounted fee is $300.00 for 8 meetings and parent conference (includes supplies and final report). Register at least 2 weeks prior to first group meeting for this rate, the rate will increase to $350.00 if you register after the EARLY REGISTRATION deadline. A $100.00* deposit is required to reserve your child’s space. The deposit is non-refundable if you withdraw from group after the EARLY REGISTRATION deadline which is two weeks prior to the first start date. Please note there will not be a credit for any missed meetings or early withdraw from group after sessions have begun.

Facilitator

 Dr. Gina De Simone began her career with Melmed Center as a volunteer in 2003 assisting Dr. Janet Chao with social skills groups. She received her B.S. in Psychology from Arizona State University and her Masters Degree and Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University/Phoenix. She has a special interest in social skills training, having completed her dissertation on the effectiveness of social skills interventions for the treatment of Asperger Syndrome. Her specific clinical focus is in early childhood. Dr. De Simone implements various self-care and stress management techniques in her work with children and families

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You can registration in several ways. Melmed Center accepts credit cards, debit cards, personal checks and money orders.

You can register by phone, fax, mail, e-mail, or in person by contacting us at:
(NOTE: Do not send credit card information by e-mail.
Please include phone number and we will contact you for sensitive information)

 

Click HERE for Registration Form *

Melmed Center
5020 East Shea Blvd, Suite 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
contact.us@melmedcenter.com
Tel: (480) 443-0050
Fax: (480) 443-4018

Make checks payable to: Melmed Center

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