Social Skills Training for Adults – Total Life Counseling
Because Connection Shouldn’t Feel Impossible.
Our Social Skills experts have participated in over 200 national and local news interviews and they’re here for you.
At Total Life Counseling Center, our counselors are trusted experts for national and local TV, radio, and print media. We’re proud of our strong reputation among graduate schools, private institutions, attorneys, corporations, providers, doctors, and mental health professionals. Our team brings diverse clinical backgrounds to the table, so we can match each client with a therapist who truly understands their needs.
Social situations don’t come easily to everyone and that’s okay. If you’ve ever felt out of place in conversations, unsure how to connect, or exhausted by the effort of trying to “fit in,” you’re not alone.
We offer personalized social skills training for adults who want to build confidence, strengthen relationships, and feel more at ease in everyday interactions, including practicing appropriate body language and facial expressions. Whether you’re navigating life with autism, ADHD, social anxiety, or other challenges, our therapists walk beside you not ahead of you as you grow.
Who Can Benefit from Adult Social Skills Groups?
Our social skills for adults training is ideal for:
- Adults with autism, ADHD, or social skills for adults with Aspergers
- Individuals struggling with social anxiety and depression
- Young adults transitioning into college, work, or independent life
- Professionals seeking to improve team dynamics or leadership skills
Ready to Feel More Confident Socially? Call Now for a Free 15-Minute Consultation
What Are Social Skills Activities for Adults at TLC?
Social skills training (SST) for adults is a gentle, supportive way to strengthen the tools we use to connect with others—listening, expressing ourselves, reading social cues, and navigating relationships. At TLC, we take your unique story into account, designing a program that fits your pace and goals. We serve social skills activities for adults with mental illness, and those simply looking to enhance their social confidence.
Our activities are immersive, practical, and personalized.
Young Adult Social Skills Groups – ADHD, Autism, Anxiety & More
At Total Life Counseling, we offer weekly adult social skills groups for individuals navigating challenges with communication, connection, and confidence. Whether you’re living with ADHD, high-functioning autism, anxiety, or have always struggled socially without a clear diagnosis, our groups provide a supportive space to grow at your own pace.
These social skills group activities for adults are designed for people who:
- Feel unsure how to start or sustain conversations using correct conversational skills
- Struggle with social cues, boundaries, or assertiveness
- Tend to talk too much or not enough in group settings
- Have difficulty making or keeping friends
- Experience anxiety in social situations or avoid them altogether
- Want to feel more comfortable in work, dating, or peer interactions
One-on-One Social Skills Coaching for Adults
Struggling with small talk? Unsure how to build friendships or keep them going? If you’ve always felt a step behind socially, you’re not alone.
Total Life Counseling offers private social skills coaching for adults in Orlando, Winter Park, Lake Mary, Clermont, and East Orlando. Designed for individuals with ADHD, high-functioning autism (ASD), anxiety, social delays, or low self-esteem, our coaching sessions provide a safe, structured space to build lasting interpersonal skills and confidence.
These sessions are ideal for adults who:
- Feel socially awkward or misunderstood in peer settings
- Avoid social gatherings or feel anxious in group situations
- Struggle with teasing, rejection, or overthinking social interactions
- Have ADHD, ASD, social anxiety, or a history of isolation
Social Skills Groups for Young Adults Near Me
Ever found yourself searching for things like social skills training for adults near me, adult social skills groups near me or social skills for neurodivergent adults? Our adult social skills groups are organized by shared experiences and goals, helping neurodivergent adults and their caregivers. Whether you’re a neurodivergent adult, a college student, or someone reentering the workforce after a mental health break, we have a group for you.
Looking for adult social skills groups near you? Our dedicated adult group meets every Wednesday at 12 PM for 1 hour. It’s a warm, guided environment where you can practice real-world skills, build community, and gain confidence without judgment.
- Cost: $60 per group session
- Offered in-person
Why Choose TLC’s Social Skills Services?
Serving Orlando, East Orlando, Lake Mary, Winter Park & Clermont, FL
At Total Life Counseling, we specialize in social skills training for adults, offering practical tools and therapist-led sessions for those navigating communication challenges, relationship struggles, or difficulty connecting with peers.
Our programs are designed for adults who want to improve confidence, emotional regulation, and real-world social success in friendships, dating, school, or the workplace.
What We Offer
TLC provides several options for adult social skills development:
- Weekly Adult Social Skills Groups – Peer-led interaction guided by mental health counselors
- One-on-One Social Skills Coaching – Personalized sessions tailored to individual goals
- Interactive Workshops & Activities – Real-life simulations, group role-plays, and communication games, including organizing social activities.
- Professional and Social Integration Support – For young adults, college students, and professionals
We work most often with individuals who identify with:
- ADHD / ADD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including high-functioning and formerly Asperger’s
- Social anxiety, selective mutism, or past bullying experiences
- Low self-esteem, difficulty with assertiveness, or trouble sustaining relationships
Finding the Right Counselor Matters
Choosing a counselor can feel overwhelming especially when it’s you who’s looking for support. You may wonder: Will they understand me? Will I feel judged? Will this actually help?
At Total Life Counseling, our therapists are known for being approachable, respectful, and deeply experienced. Many have been featured on TV, radio, and in national publications for their work with individuals navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, and social challenges.
We take pride in creating a space where you feel seen not scrutinized. Our counselors use proven techniques and a highly interactive, personalized approach, especially in group sessions. Whether you’re stepping into therapy for the first time or returning after a break, we’re here to walk alongside you with compassion, not pressure.
You don’t have to go it alone. Whether you’re seeking adult autism social skills training, support for ADHD and social skills, or just want to find common ground to be more confident in social situations—we’re here.
Call us today or book a free consultation to learn more about our social skills training for adults.
Licensed Counselors & Therapists
Meet Our Team of Certified & Experienced Professionals
Total Life Counseling Center consists of Licensed Counselors, Masters Level Therapists, Espanol Counselors, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, Business Coaches, Image Enhancement Coaches who provide counseling for emotional, mental, physical and spiritual care including marriage, individual, family, substance abuse and more. Our Counselors are Experts for National and Local TV, Radio and Print Media and we have an excellent reputation amongst graduate & private schools, attorneys, doctors, therapists, providers and corporations.
Jim West
MA, LMHC, NCC
President, Counselor, Guest Speaker, Author, Social Skills, ADHD, ODD, ASD, children, teens, more
Dana West
MSW, LCSW
Vice President, Counselor, Guest Speaker, Addictions, Trauma, Couples, Abuse, more
Mathew Martin
MS, LMHCC
Counselor, Coach, Guest Speaker, Marriage, Individual Males, Substance Abuse.. more
Dr. Jada Jackson
Ed.D, LMHC, NCC, LPC-S
Counselor, Coach, Guest Speaker, National TV Host, Self-Esteem, Sports Therapy, Teens, Couples.. more
Gemima McMahon
MA, LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in Women’s issues, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Cutting, Couples, Children and Teenagers and more!
Brandon Feinberg
MS, LMHC
Male Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in ADHD, Asperger Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorders, more
David Duany
MA, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in ADHD, Social Skills, and Anger Management counseling for children, young adults, and families.
Lyris Steuber
MS, LMFT
Counselor, Coach, Marriage & Family, Play Therapy, Divorce, Adolescent.. more
Audrey DeBruler
MS, LMHC, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Children, Adolescents, Young Adults, Faith Based Counseling, Trauma Recovery, Anxiety and more!
Katherine Waldheim
MS, Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern
Trauma, anxiety, couples counseling, and child & adolescent counseling services and more!
Frequently Asked Questions
How to improve social skills in adults?
Social skills can be improved through structured practice, feedback, and therapy. At TLC, we offer group training, one-on-one coaching, and activities that help adults practice real-life interactions.
Where can I go to practice social skills?
You can join one of our social skills groups or private sessions at Total Life Counseling. We provide safe, therapist-led environments where adults can develop, rehearse, and refine their social abilities.
What is social skills training for adults with mental illness?
This is a therapy-based approach that helps adults with conditions like anxiety, depression, or schizophrenia improve their communication, emotional awareness, and ability to connect with others.
What are social skills classes for adults?
Social skills classes are structured sessions focused on conversation skills, reading social cues, assertiveness, relationship building, and more. TLC offers these in group or 1:1 formats.
Why is being social so hard for me?
Being social can be hard for many reasons—anxiety, past trauma, neurodivergence, or a lack of practice. Therapy helps uncover root causes and provides tools to overcome social challenges.
How do adults develop social skills?
Like any skill, social ability improves with intentional practice, support, and feedback. Our program uses real-world role-play and cognitive strategies to help adults grow socially.
What is your advice for people struggling with social skills?
You’re not broken—and you’re not alone. The best step is to find guided support where you can practice safely and get constructive feedback. TLC is a great place to start.
How do I learn to socialize as an adult?
It starts with small steps—building comfort in 1-on-1 or group environments. TLC’s sessions help you gain confidence, overcome awkwardness, and develop authentic connections.
How does ADHD affect social skills in adults?
Social skills for adults with disabilities like ADHD can impact impulse control, listening, and social timing, which may make adult interactions more difficult due to social difficulties. Our training addresses these areas with tailored tools and coping strategies.
How to help autistic adult with social skills?
Wondering can autistic adults learn social skills? Well, social skills activities for adults with developmental disabilities should be respectful, patient, and structured, fostering meaningful social connections. At TLC, we help with social skills for autistic adults. We help them understand social expectations without forcing “masking,” using inclusive and affirming techniques.