Teaching Practical Tools for Emotional Regulation, Communication, and Daily Success
When Insight Isn’t Enough, You Need Skills You Can Actually Use
What Is Skills Training in Therapy?
- Emotional regulation
- Communication and social skills
- Stress management
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving
- Executive functioning (planning, focus, follow-through)
Who Skills Training Is For
Children and teens with behavioral, emotional, or social challenges
Youth on the autism spectrum or with ADHD
Adults seeking tools to manage anger, anxiety, or stress
Clients with developmental delays who need structured support
Families struggling with communication or household routines
Individuals in recovery from trauma or substance use who need coping strategies
How NMHS Delivers Skills Training
- Individual or family sessions
- In-office, in-home, or telehealth appointments
- English and Spanish-speaking therapists
- Collaboration with schools or IEP teams (if appropriate)
- Integration with other therapies for holistic care
- Walk-in availability for urgent behavioral needs
- Sliding scale and insurance billing available
What Clients Learn in Skills Training
Naming and regulating emotions
Using calming techniques (deep breathing, grounding, etc.)
Asking for help or setting boundaries
Following routines and completing tasks
Managing time, transitions, and responsibilities
Navigating peer interactions and resolving conflict
Dealing with frustration, disappointment, or change