Our Programs
Led by experienced, licensed speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists, the Social Butterflies Club® social communication groups support children ages 3-17 and coach adults in a fun, structured environment.
Social Butterflies Club
Ages 3-11
We help children build social communication and play skills in a fun, structured environment while supporting speech, language, motor, and social development. Our therapists use a specialized, evidence-based approach to support children with a wide range of needs.
The Monarch Club
Ages 12-18
As children grow older, they may need ongoing support accompanied by assistance with new challenges such as jobs, relationships, and learning to become independent and confident young adults. The Monarch Club provides individuals with the next level of social communication skills, aligned with their unique challenges and developmental needs.
The ADULTing Program
Ages 18+
The ADULTing Program supports individuals in building life skills and understanding mature social experiences in meaningful ways. Through topics like interpersonal relationships, body language, conversation skills, boundaries, and emotional wellness, participants gain practical tools for everyday life.
School-Based Social Groups
Social Butterflies Club® offers on-site social groups at various schools in the Virginia Beach area.
Why Families Choose Us
Experienced, Licensed Therapists
Unlike many programs, our groups are led by licensed speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists with specialized expertise in social communication. Serving families since 2004, our long-standing presence reflects our success in creating meaningful outcomes.
Inclusive
Approach
We know there’s no “one size fits all” way to approach social communication needs. We use a strengths-based, inclusive approach that honors everyone’s unique communication style. Our therapy supports authentic communication and fosters self-advocacy.
Support for All Ages/Stages
Social Butterflies Club supports children with a wide range of social communication needs through guided peer interaction, real-time coaching, and meaningful social practice. Our groups have always been intentionally inclusive, bringing together diverse learners.
Individual Attention & Small Groups
Our process begins with an assessment to ensure each participant is thoughtfully matched to the right group. We intentionally keep our groups small to provide one-on-one support within a supportive peer setting. This personalized therapy creates a space where skills can be practiced in ways that feel natural.
Who We Serve
We support children with diverse social communication needs, including speech-language delays, gross-fine motor and cognitive delays, social anxiety, executive functioning differences, ADHD/ADD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and delayed development in the area of play skills resulting from limited opportunities to interact with other children. We work with all abilities to support social-emotional and communication skills.
Did You Know?
Play is more than just fun. Through play, children build regulation, communication, and both fine and gross motor skills—making early social experiences essential for long-term growth. Basic social skills are present even starting at birth. People of all ages need social skills to navigate their world!
Social Skills in the Age of Technology
Many children today have fewer opportunities to develop play and social skills due to increased use of screens and devices. While technology is a valuable learning tool, crucial play skills are not developed during technology use. But real-world social experiences are just as important as ever, and children of all ages need social practice in real-world settings.
Parent Testimonials
A Transformation
Our son is not the same child that started this program. He is now quite confident, social and age-appropriate. I will forever credit this experience at Social Butterflies Club with his transformation.
Truly Remarkable Growth
When our son first joined the group at the age of 5, we were filled with uncertainty and apprehension. However, the support and guidance we received from the program have been a blessing. Now, at 12 years old, our son continues to thrive in the Monarch Group for older kids. The growth and development we have witnessed in him, both socially and emotionally, are truly remarkable.
Community and Unwavering Support
The sense of community within our group has become like a second family to us, connecting us with other parents who understand similar challenges. We truly believe that our son would not be where he is today without the unwavering support of this program.
Worth Every Penny
My 12-year-old has AuDHD and has grown, matured, and learned in ways I would not have thought possible this time last year. He comes out of every meeting smiling ear to ear. It’s the time I see him the happiest all week long!
So Grateful This Program Exists
The group facilitators are wonderful—patient, kind and such good teachers. The lessons are engaging and age- and developmentally appropriate, and my child always reports back that they are fun. I’m so grateful this program exists!