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.
SLC Programs for Growth and Development
Through our SLC Services for Growth and Development we take both an individual and systems approach to enhancing the lives, functioning, and understanding of those who may be struggling with social learning challenges and other mental health needs. Our aim is to increase various competencies to promote social justice/inclusion for those with developmental and mental health needs and create interventions/systems that are strength-based in nature. Dr. Abildgaard is extremely involved with this branch of the SLC and more of his time and energies will be placed here in the coming year.
*Please note: Services below are NOT covered by insurance
Social Cognitive Groups/Growing Social
Our Social Cognitive Groups are the cornerstone of the SLC. You will find low client/ clinician ratio (4/5 to 1), a strong foundation in Social Thinking methodology, community-based outings, and a strong parent involvement. We run both a Fall and Winter/Spring semester for 12-14 weeks each. To learn more about our groups and methodology visit our SLC Social Cognitive Group Page
For our clients between the ages of 4-7, please check here for some exciting new information on our “Growing Social” groups and methodology.
NEXT STEPS - INTAKE PROCESS
Group Intake $150/hour
Intakes will last 1 hour and will be used to help identify individual social strengths and one’s lagging social competencies to be addressed through our group.
Each summer we offer a range of various social experiences and classes. We post information on our summer programs in early March.
School Consultation & Professional Development
Rates: School Consultation - $175-$200/per hour:
School / individual consultations and most professional developments can be done via Zoom/Google Meets or in person.
School-based consultations are provided to local school districts upon the district’s request. All school-based meetings and observations are done by Dr. Chris Abildgaard or a member of his clinical team. Dr. Chris has been consulting in Connecticut school systems for the past 14 years. Dr. Chris brings a very unique perspective to school-based consultation. His lens for viewing a student's needs is shaped by his strong background in social cognitive development, executive functioning, and mental health interventions. If you are interested in having Chris come to your school district for a consultation, please email Chris to set up an initial intake and consultation meeting with Chris.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Variable hourly rate — Dr. Abildgaard is a state and national speaker on the topic on Autism Spectrum Disorders, Social Cognition, counseling techniques for clients on the Autism Spectrum, and Executive Function interventions. He offers professional developments for local school systems and supervision for other mental health providers. Dr. Abildgaard has spoken at over 20 different national conferences including the Autism Society of America and the American Counseling Association. Please contact Chris directly if you are interested in having him come and speak in your district, professional organization, or interested in 1:1 supervision.
EVALUATIONS
$200/hour, payment plans available — Each assessment is designed to answer specific referral questions asked by the family or school district. Our evaluations are done using a team approach of the professionals here at the SLC.
The Social Learning Center, LLC. can provide several different types of evaluations depending on the need or referral questions. Types of evaluations offered include comprehensive psychoeducational, diagnostic evaluations, and social cognitive evaluations. Please contact Lois if you are interested in learning more about the full evaluation process.