“Parent Meetings” are meetings solely between parent(s) and the therapist, without the child present. These meetings are an integral part of the process of teaching social skills to children and adolescents. From a parenting standpoint, it is essential to know and understand your child, including his/her social strengths and weaknesses. Although the group alone can be a great benefit to participants, it is even more beneficial to have parents involved in the social enhancement process. In addition, with the help of the therapist, parents can then share with teachers and other family members how to best help the child grow.
Parent meetings are an opportunity for the therapist to talk about the child’s strengths and weaknesses, offer advice and support to parents, and answer questions they may have. I recommend that parent meetings are scheduled every four weeks, especially during the early stages of the group.
If there is ever an immediate need for a parent meeting, please let the therapist or office staff know.