About WeSpeak

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• Simulated school based on the structure and expectations of middle- and high-schoolers; all activities target verbalizations with adults and peers that mirror the demands of this age group 

• One-to-one mentor model builds continuous and individualized practice into engaging and real-world "school" and social activities

• Individualized goals are established prior to WeSpeak and adapted each day according to status and progress

• Activities include:

  • Individual daily advisory meetings to set goals for the day

  • Education about anxiety and skills practice in relaxation, identifying and challenging anxious thoughts, initiating and maintaining conversation, and imperfection

  • Academic or specials class (e.g., partner/group work, answering/asking questions, presenting)

  • Social exposures (e.g., typical hang-outs)

• Parent training is provided to teach parents ways to help their kids carry the momentum forward after WeSpeak

***WeSpeak now includes three months of built-in follow-up services!

• Designed to target the transfer and maintenance of gains in the home/school/community setting 

• Includes monthly individual/family consultations, video group practices, and group parent trainings