Question 1

Will my child just be sitting and listening?

Accepted Answer

No! At 5:45 PM, we know kids are tired of sitting. Friendship Builders is an active, play-based group. We use short 3-minute check-ins, but spend the rest of the hour practicing social skills through hands-on collaborative building challenges and group games.

Question 2

What is the drop-off and pick-up routine?

Accepted Answer

Please arrive at the ground-level building lobby by 5:45 PM sharp. The facilitator will gather the group of 6 and walk them up to the second-floor suite together. At 6:45 PM, the facilitator will escort the children back down to the lobby for a face-to-face hand-off.

Question 3

Can I wait upstairs in the office during the group?

Accepted Answer

No. To protect group privacy, the suite is reserved exclusively for the children. Parents/guardians cannot stay in the waiting room, but we ask that you remain in the immediate area so you are nearby for a prompt 6:45 PM.

Question 4

Is a snack provided, or can my child bring one?

Accepted Answer

We strongly request that your child has a small, protein-rich snack before coming up to the suite. Ensuring they are well-fueled prevents late-day fatigue, protects their focus, and helps them get the absolute most out of our group time together.

Question 5

How do you handle bathroom breaks?

Accepted Answer

We have a private restroom located directly inside our second-floor office suite. This allows children to take a break safely and immediately without ever leaving the secure group environment or interrupting the session flow.

Question 6

Can I submit this to my health insurance for reimbursement?

Accepted Answer

No. This group focuses on proactive social enrichment rather than an acute medical diagnosis. It operates entirely on a private-pay basis; we are unable to provide clinical superbills or insurance documentation.

Question 7

Who is facilitating the group and what is their approach?

Accepted Answer

The group is solo-facilitated by Jackie Fonseca, LCSW, RPT-S, founder of IFC. With over a decade of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, Jackie specializes in nervous system-aware, play-based care. Rather than utilizing rigid lectures, her approac

Question 8

Are there any forms I need to sign before group begins?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Once you register, a standard practice consent form will be emailed to you as part of your registration follow-up. This must be completed and submitted prior to the first session.

Friendship Builders: A social skills group for children ages 7-8

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