Group Therapy is a therapeutic approach where a small group of children participate together in guided sessions led by a therapist. The main goal is to develop social, communication, emotional, and behavioral skills through shared activities and interactions.It provides a safe and supportive environment for children to learn from each other while working toward common developmental goals.
Improves social skills: Helps children learn sharing, turn-taking, cooperation, and communication.
Builds confidence: Encourages self-expression and reduces fear or shyness in social settings.
Enhances peer learning: Children observe and imitate positive behaviors and coping strategies from others.
Promotes emotional understanding: Teaches empathy, self-control, and awareness of others’ feelings.
Develops teamwork and problem-solving: Group tasks foster cooperation, patience, and collective achievement.
Cost-effective and motivating: Children often feel more engaged and less pressured when working in groups.
At MRT Child Development Centre, Group Therapy is designed to meet the developmental and social needs of children through structured and playful activities.The group setting at MRT provides children with an opportunity to practice real-life social situations in a guided, encouraging environment—helping them gain skills that carry over to home and school life.Sessions are conducted by occupational therapists, speech therapists, or special educators, depending on goals.Groups are formed based on age, developmental level, and therapy goals to ensure compatibility and effectiveness.Activities include circle time, group games, art and craft, sensory play, music, and movement sessions.Focus is given to improving communication, attention, social interaction, and self-regulation.