Social Thinking-Stevens Creek located in San Jose, CA

 

Our Services

We develop treatment based on the best evidence available, the clinical experience of our highly trained staff, and feedback from our clients and their family members.

Social Thinking-Stevens Creek is not a traditional speech and language clinic. We specialize in social cognition and communication. We do not treat speech and language disorders such as stuttering, articulation errors, and expressive/receptive language impairments. We employ a neurodiversity affirming approach and acknowledge that all neurotypes have unique strengths, interests, and support needs. We value different ways of thinking, learning, and interacting, and strive to foster an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive

Treatment Programs: Ages 4-7

Help Your Young Child Develop Foundational Social Competencies

Our early learners explore Social Thinking® in a fun and play-based context, through stories, music, structured activities, and dramatic play. Groups are designed to strengthen the foundational concepts of social development and help our early learners become social problem solvers. Students also learn about their own thinking and others’ to help them during play and interactions.

Here are just some of the concepts included in our program for young children:

 

  • Using our eyes to make observations

  • Using our bodies and words to communicate and play with others

  • Initiating interactions and adding to pretend/imaginative play

  • Joining a group and figuring out a group plan

  • Problem solving

  • Managing frustration

  • Expanding social language skills

  • Asking for help and communicating thoughts and feelings

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“Throughout his childhood, our son had been prone to temper tantrums and extreme stubbornness, something we assumed he would grow out of. We spoke with doctors and counselors who assessed our son but struggled to put a finger on any specific way to help. Social Thinking-Stevens Creek has taught us language that our son understands and uses to communicate when he is beginning to feel upset and has provided tools for what to do when he becomes angry. We are very thankful we found Social Thinking®!” 

Parents of a 7 year old child

Treatment Programs: Ages 8-18

Encourage the Development of Social Learning and Self-Regulation

Our lessons, whether in a group or individual setting, are driven by the goals of our clients. We take a comprehensive look at each client’s social learning system as well as their age to develop lessons specific to them.

Here are just some of the concepts students learn at our clinic:

 

  • Identifying their own social goals

  • Recognizing the group’s social goals

  • Observing and interpreting social information

  • Monitoring their body language and proximity to others

  • Managing anxiety and learning to self regulate

  • Social problem solving

  • The steps of perspective taking

  • Planning and organizational skills

  • Communicating effectively and self-advocating

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“We receive the most incredible support from Social Thinking-stevens creek when dealing with our child’s schools, and with social and family challenges.  Not only does our child receive exceptional therapy that makes a notable positive difference in his interactions and behaviors, but Social Thinking has also advised his teachers and provides guidance to us as a family.  Our child has made great progress, and we as a family feel supported and better able to understand and support our child because of our therapy sessions with Social Thinking-stevens creek.  We highly recommend this excellent clinic and its knowledgeable, skilled therapists.” 

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Treatment Programs for Adults

Learn Practical Strategies to Develop More Positive Social Relationships

We work with teens and young adults who are transitioning into adulthood, as well as adults of all ages. During our sessions we help clients better define their goals and explore practical concepts and strategies. We commonly work with high school students who are preparing for adulthood, university/college students who are navigating on-campus lives, adults living with their families and a large range of professionals who are looking to improve their performance feedback at work.

All of our clients are dealing with confusion or frustration when trying to navigate the tricky waters of adult friendship and personal relationships.

 

Some concepts explored with our adult clients include:

 

  • Identifying their own social goals and the steps for achieving them

  • Transition to adulthood and the changing social expectations

  • Perspective taking

  • Personal problem solving

  • Understanding the hidden rules and hidden messages

  • Self-advocacy

  • Building independence and initiation

  • Organizational skills

  • Expanding social networks

  • Improving social communication

  • Working as a member of a team

  • Managing stress and exploring startegies to manage social anxiety

 

“Social Thinking-stevens creek has been an invaluable part of my efforts to successfully navigate the nuances of family, social, and work life as a person on the spectrum. The new perspective and insights I’ve gained while working with them has been an integral part of my ongoing social development.”

Adult Client of Many Years

Summer Programs

Our Social Thinking Summer Programs offer students the opportunity to experience social success while working on core Social Thinking competencies. Our dynamic team creates a fun and engaging plan that includes traditional summer activities, creative projects, games, and integrates important social concepts like perspective taking, social observation, abstract thinking, and problem solving.

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