One-on-One Peer Sessions
Work with Julie Athanasiou, Certified Practising Speech Pathologist and PEERS® Certified Provider, for personalised support to build social communication, confidence, and connection. Using the evidence-based PEERS® programme as a foundation, sessions are tailored to each person’s goals, strengths, and everyday social challenges.
This one-to-one format is ideal for participants who benefit from individualised support with skills such as starting conversations, making and keeping friends, handling conflict, and building confidence in social and community settings. Parents or nominated social coaches are welcome to be involved where helpful, but this is not required.
Sessions are available via Google Meet or in person within the Melbourne region.
Who is the PEERS for?
Designed for children aged 10+, teenagers, and adults
Builds stronger social skills and meaningful relationships
Teaches practical skills to:
Start and maintain conversations
Make and keep friends
Navigate social situations
Build social confidence
Uses evidence-based strategies and real-world practice
Helps participants interact with greater confidence, independence, and success
Why Choose PEERS® Social Skills Training?
• Evidence-based program from UCLA research
• Practical, real-world social skills
• Suitable for autism, ADHD, anxiety, and depression
• Proven to reduce loneliness and improve social confidence
What Does the PEERS Cover?
Session 1: Trading Information and Starting Conversations
Session 2: Trading Information and Maintaining Conversations.
Session 3: Finding a Source of Friends.
Session 4: Electronic Communication
Session 5: Appropriate Use of Humor
Session 6: Entering Group Conversations
Session 7: Exiting Conversations
Session 8: Get-Togethers
Session 9: Dating Etiquette – Letting Someone Know You Like Them
Session 10: Dating Etiquette – Asking Someone on a Date
Session 11: Dating Etiquette – Going on Dates
Session 12: Dating Etiquette – Dating Do’s and Dont's. Session 13: Handling Disagreements
Session 14: Handling Direct Bullying
Session 15: Handling Indirect Bullying
Additional Information
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Flexible, expert advice when you need it. Book hourly support across a range of topics—from planning to problem-solving. This focused consultation will help clarify your goals, map out next steps, and identify opportunities for growth.
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For NDIS participants, fees may be charged in line with the relevant NDIS pricing arrangements depending on the type of support being provided.
Clients often see supports described on their plans using terms such as:
Improved Daily Living
Improved Relationships
Improved Learning
Community Participation
Increased Social and Community Participation
These supports may relate to registered service areas including:
0107 Daily Personal Activities
0108 Assistance with Travel and Transport Arrangements
0115 Daily Tasks/Shared Living
0117 Development of Daily Living and Life Skills
0125 Participation in Community, Social and Civic Activities
0136 Group and Centre Based Activities
Depending on the service provided, support may be billed under the most appropriate category and line item for your goals and plan.
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$100
Includes:
45 minutes direct session time
session preparation and planning
documentation and brief clinical note writing
This structure allows us to provide focused, thoughtful support while also including the professional work that happens before and after each session.
Sessions with Julie Athanasiou, a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist. Sessions may be claimable through private health insurance and may also be eligible for Medicare rebates with a Chronic Disease Management Plan (CDMP), where applicable.
