We are a small mental health practice specializing in working with children, adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, executive functioning deficits and/or other social learning challenges.
We are a small mental health practice specializing in working with children, adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, executive functioning deficits and/or other social learning challenges.
The Social Learning Center (SLC) was created in 2009 based off a need Chris recognized early in his career when working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). He set out to develop a setting that supports and understands individuals with various types of social learning challenges and create supports and interventions to help them better adapt to their world and the context in which they live. Since opening their doors, the SLC has grown to offer a range of therapeutic services including social cognitive groups, mental health counseling, educational consultation, professional development, executive function coaching and parent advocacy.
Since 2009, the SLC has served as the base of many therapeutic and educational supports for individuals ages five through adulthood. We specialize in working with individuals who have a range of neuro-developmental disorders, Anxiety, Depression, and Learning Disabilities. Learn about our various branches to the SLC:
Did you have any specific questions about our Center or the services we may provide? Here are some frequently asked questions and other information so you to make an informed decision on how our practice can support your individual needs.
Social learning happens across one's lifespan. Many of our current clients have been with the center or a client of Chris Abildgaard's for many years. Read about some of their experiences and impressions of the SLC/SLC-CA
Our Staff
The SLC opened its doors in 2009 but Cheshire, CT has been our home since 2014. Read a little more about how we started and meet our clinical and office staff.
— Chris Abildgaard, LPC, NCC, NCSP
Our focus on Mental Health
The SLC Counseling Associates, LLC is the sister company to the SLC. Learn more about what makes the SLC Counseling Associates a leading provider of mental health services for children, adolescents, and adults.