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A Clinical Social Skills and Group Therapy Program for Homeschooled Teens with ADHD, Anxiety, AuDHD, and Autism on Minecraft

Led by Victoria Prisco, Special Education Teacher, Creative Arts Therapist, ADHD Clinical Services Provider, and Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist with nearly two decades working with neurodivergent kids.

Goals of This Program

Creating a safe space for neurodivergent teens to build social skills, process stressors, and form friendships that carry into what comes next.

A Place to Belong

This is talk therapy with one goal: helping your teen feel like they truly belong. They work through what's really going on, social media pressure, friendships, identity, bullying, what's next, with peers who get it, and build the self confidence and friendships that last beyond group.

Social Skills Are Life Skills

Every skill practiced in group carries into college and the workplace.

Speaking up in group→Public speaking in class or the boardroom
Remembering names→A strong first impression
Compromising within a team→Working well with any team
Being a team player→Collaborating with classmates or coworkers
Flexible thinking→Adapting when plans change
Owning a mistake→Taking accountability
Setting and respecting boundaries→Healthy relationships

Currently full for this term.

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Victoria Prisco leading social skills group for kids with transitions and anxiety

Is This Your Kid?

Maybe your middle schooler or high schooler is doing okay academically at home, but the social piece is harder to replace.

They may miss having a consistent group of peers to joke with, build with, disagree with, and talk to about what is actually going on in their life. Maybe they have been bullied, are trying to figure out where they fit, are feeling the pressure of social media, or are thinking about what comes next after homeschooling.

Minecraft Connection Club brings neurodivergent homeschooled tweens and teens together in a therapist-led group where connection is the starting point.

Minecraft is the hands on learning and the safe enviorment that can lead to deeper conversations. Kids can talk about the pressures of social media, friendships, identity, bullying, goals, and next steps while also practicing the everyday skills that keep a peer community working.

That means using names. Listening without talking over one another. Respecting boundaries. Handling different opinions. Compromising when people want different things. Working together on a build. Taking leadership without taking over. Treating each other with kindness and respect.

The goal is for kids to gain social skills, friendship skills and engage in talk therapy; which all become important life skills for as they enter their next steps in the world.

Parents on Minecraft Social Development Program:

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   Kerri Nertney 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The Minecraft Social Skills Group has been a positive experience for my son. He looks forward to it every week. I love seeing him connect with others and to see his excitement. Victoria does an excellent job keeping the kids on track and working with them to navigate strong feelings appropriately. Im very glad we found this group as it is the first activity I signed him up for that he does not try to get out of going.
  
 
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   Dr. Cinnamon Martin, PT, DPT, MSE 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My son has participated in a Minecraft group therapy cohort and it has been so great to see him interact and grow in his ability to listen, wait, and game cooperatively. Victoria is great in this setting, helping the students to "be" with each other in a safe space, and helping them to problem-solve and troubleshoot together.
  
 
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   Maricela Krewson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We love this cohort for my neurodiverse kiddos. They enjoy the comradery and don’t even realize they are actually learning how to socialize better. My oldest is quiet and not very social, but the group has brought out his social side. My youngest deals with impulsivity and speaking out of turn. He’s learning patience and to wait to speak. I can see a difference in the way they are handling interaction now. I can totally recommend this cohort for any type of neurodiverse kiddo. Your kiddos will love it!
  
 
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   Alix Genter 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My 8-year-old with ADHD/ASD absolutely loves being part of this Minecraft Social Skills group! He is very comfortable with his peers and enjoys interacting and collaborating with them in their virtual world. Since he started about 7 months ago, he has become more adept at managing his emotions and flexible in adapting to change--which is huge for him--and seems happier at school, home, and out in the world. Victoria is very responsive to parent concerns and regularly communicates about how he's doing. I highly recommend this group for any kid who loves video games and could use some social guidance!
  
 
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   Stephanie Denison 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We cannot say enough positive things about this Minecraft cohort. Our 8-year-old has ADHD, Autism, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and finding a space that feels both safe and engaging has always been a challenge. This program exceeded our expectations in every way.

The structure is thoughtfully designed with neurodivergent kids in mind. Ms. Victoria clearly understands how ADHD brains work, there’s enough freedom to explore and create, while still providing gentle guidance and consistency. Our child stayed engaged without feeling overwhelmed or pressured, which is something we rarely see.

What truly stood out to us was the peer support aspect. The cohort fostered a kind, accepting environment where differences were normalized and respected. Our child felt understood, not singled out. They were able to practice social skills naturally through gameplay, collaboration, and problem-solving, all while building confidence and friendships at their own pace.

For anxiety, this program was a game changer. The familiar and comforting Minecraft setting helped reduce stress, and the predictable routine made participation feel safe. We saw our child become more comfortable speaking up, taking initiative, and handling small frustrations ; skills that are incredibly hard to teach in traditional settings.

As parents, it was incredibly reassuring to see our child genuinely excited to attend, proud of their creations, and happy to talk about the friends they made. This cohort is more than just a Minecraft group, it’s a supportive community that truly understands neurodivergent kids.

We highly recommend this program to any family looking for a meaningful, well-run, and compassionate social experience for their child.

We will be returning with our child, hopefully in the next cohort!
  
 
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   Jennifer Nuno 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Victoria is incredibly knowledgeable and compassionate, especially when it comes to supporting clients with ADHD and challenges related to executive function skills. She creates a space that feels both safe and empowering, helping clients build practical strategies that actually work in real life. Anyone in Philadelphia, PA looking for thoughtful, effective support around ADHD would be in excellent hands here.
  
 
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   Sarah Flores 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend! The immense knowledge combined with the sound practical help given is basically magic! Tell your friends, share the contact, you will be well on your way to progress!
  
 
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   Chenelle Eastman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've had the pleasure of working alongside Victoria and can confidently say she is an incredibly compassionate, skilled, and dedicated therapist. Her ability to create a safe, supportive space for clients is truly admirable. She brings deep insight, empathy, and professionalism to every session. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for meaningful, effective support in their mental health journey!
  
 
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   Sabrina 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Level Up Wellness offers a safe, supportive space where those struggling with ADHD can understood and improve executive functioning skills.
  
 
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   Alyshia Collins 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Victoria is an excellent chocie for ADHD, anxiety, and remaining solution-focused. Highly recommend if you need help with executive function!

What Happens On the Call Each Week

I’m Victoria Prisco, a Special Education Teacher and Creative Arts Therapist, and I’m live on the call and in the game with your child every week. I’m not supervising Minecraft play, I’m coaching, teaching, and providing therapeutic interventions as the social moments happen.

When conflict starts, we slow it down and work through it together. When someone feels excluded or frustrated, we talk about it while it’s still fresh.

Sessions run on camera over Google Meet, which matters. Kids practice making eye contact, reading facial expressions and body language, and noticing when someone else is trying to speak, skills that don’t always come naturally, especially for kids on the autism spectrum, and that carry directly into a college class, a job interview, or a work meeting.

The group also creates space to talk about what’s happening outside the game, bullying, identity, friendships, social media, homeschooling, and what comes next, alongside peers who understand those experiences in a way that can feel different from talking one-on-one with an adult.

Minecraft gives us real social situations to work with. Group therapy gives kids the space to process them, practice new responses, and build the skills they’ll carry into what comes next

How the year builds, cohort by cohort

September 16 – December 30 · No group the weeks of 11/25 or 12/23

Kids join the group, get comfortable with how the space works, and start talking about what's actually going on in their lives, not just what's happening in the game.

Why this comes first: A tween or teen won't bring up bullying, identity, or a hard friendship until they trust the people in the room. Fall builds that trust before anything harder gets asked of them.

January 14 – March 25

With trust in place, conversation goes further. Kids practice understanding a perspective that isn't their own and start navigating harder topics together, not just alongside each other.

Why this comes next: Perspective-taking and harder conversation only work once a kid feels safe enough to be honest in front of the group. That safety is what Fall was for.

April 15 – June 24

Kids step into more active roles, leading, repairing, speaking up, handling a different point of view, and start thinking about what they want to carry forward after the group ends.

Why this comes last: Leadership asks a kid to hold space for someone else's needs while managing their own. That's easier once they've already practiced being understood and understanding others, which is exactly what Fall and Winter build.

Friendships That Last Beyond the Game

Building real, lasting friendship is one of the pillars of this program, and that work doesn't stop when a session ends.

After each session, kids are welcome to stay on the call and keep playing together. They're also encouraged to log into the private Realm on their own time, after hours or on weekends, so friendships from group can continue to grow throughout the week.

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2026-2027 school year is full

The Middle & High School group is full for the 2026–2027 school year. If you'd like your teen on the list for the next opening, complete the form below and I'll reach out as soon as there are enough families interested to open a new group. Group would run Tues or Wednesday 1pm or 2pm ET

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Group is for kids ages 8 and up

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Tuesday 2pm - 3pm ET (Elementary)

Attendance(Required)

Full Year

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I am not in network with any other providers. Submitting an insurance card with another provider means I will not be reaching out to you, as I cannot submit claims to insurance that I'm not in network with.

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A diagnosis is required for an insurance claim. I will not be diagnosing in group, so if using insurance your child must already have a diagnosis.

Frequently asked questions

All three tracks serve neurodivergent kids with ADHD, AuDHD, and ASD, the difference is in who each track is built around. Finding Your Village and Navigating the Overworld are life transitions and social skills groups organized around a specific challenge, life transitions and social anxiety in one, impulsivity and big emotions in the other. This group, Minecraft Connection Club's Middle & High School group, is built specifically for homeschooled tweens and teens who want a consistent friendship group and open conversation about identity, friendship, and what's going on in their life. If your teen is homeschooled and looking for community and real conversation, this group is likely the right fit.

The Elementary group uses the Building Connections Workbook, with three phases, Skill Cards, and Character Awards, a structured, hands-on reward system. This Middle & High School group has no workbook. Tweens and teens are developmentally ready to engage directly in group therapy conversation, so growth happens through real conversation about identity, friendship, and what's going on in their lives, not through worksheets and collectible cards.

Kids aren't placed based on diagnosis. Placement is by age and developmental fit, this group is for ages 12 to 17. Beyond that, teens are grouped with other homeschooled peers building a similar kind of community.

Not to enroll. A diagnosis isn't required to join the program. If you're planning to use insurance, though, a diagnosis is required for a claim, and insurance also requires session notes that reflect medical necessity for each session.

This group is for ages 12 to 17. For kids ages 8 to 11, the Elementary group is a better developmental fit, since younger kids benefit from the structure of a workbook, Skill Cards, and Character Awards rather than open group conversation.

Yes. This is a licensed creative arts therapy group, led by Victoria Prisco, a Special Education Teacher and Creative Arts Therapist. Sessions are billed as group therapy for families using insurance. The program is intentionally kept kid-driven and playful, built around Minecraft and real peer interaction, so it doesn't feel like a traditional sit-down therapy appointment, even though the work underneath is genuinely therapeutic.

This group focuses on communication and social skill building through independent participation. It does not provide behavioral support or 1:1 aide support. If your teen currently needs a resource room, self-contained setting, or 1:1 support to get through a school day, this group is not the right fit right now. Reach out before enrolling if you are unsure.

Insurance typically only covers one mental health service per day. If your teen is also receiving individual therapy or another therapeutic support billed to insurance, that needs to be scheduled on a different day than group, or one of the two claims may be denied. This is worth checking with your insurance provider and your teen's other providers before enrolling.

Yes, it's worth calling your insurance provider directly before enrolling. An eligibility check confirms your plan is in network, but it can't guarantee your exact copay or coverage, that depends on your specific plan and benefits. Ask about outpatient mental health group therapy coverage and your copay for that service, so you know what to expect before your teen's spot is confirmed.

Let Victoria know as soon as possible. Sessions move to the self-pay rate, $70 per session, until new coverage is verified and eligibility is confirmed. Your teen's spot stays enrolled through the transition, only the billing changes.

Yes, cohorts can be enrolled individually. Marketing for the next cohort begins in October, while the current one is still running, and spots fill from those new applicants too. If your teen finishes a cohort and still needs this group, reach out early to hold a spot for the next one rather than waiting to see what's left.

Credit card payments include a 3% processing fee on top of the per-session rate, which is why the checkout total is slightly higher than $70 or $60 per session. Paying by ACH avoids this fee entirely. Contact Victoria directly to arrange ACH payment.

No. This program is only available to families in the United States. Enrollment is built around insurance billing with in-network commercial plans, so it isn't offered internationally at this time.

Because this is a therapy group, HIPAA and each teen's privacy are essential. Teens participate independently, without a parent or sibling in the room, so they have a private space to talk openly. In many states, tweens and teens reach an age where they can consent to, or decline, mental health treatment on their own, without parent permission, and that age varies by state. Once your teen reaches that age under your state's law, HIPAA confidentiality generally means specifics of what's discussed in group can't be shared with you, the same way they couldn't for an adult client. General information like attendance and participation can still be shared. If you're unsure what this looks like in your state, it's worth checking before enrolling.