The Social Confidence Collective

27/04/2026

Perhaps it's our algorithm, but it feels like there's a lot of programs out there advertising "social skills training" as a "fix" to social disconnection 😩 Here at The Social Confidence Collective we do things differently. Join us! Whether it be in our group, or learn our approach through training and supervision. We got you.

21/04/2026

We won an award! Meet The Most Supportive Youth Wellbeing Service in Melbourne according to the GHP Mental Health Awards in 2026!

We don't know how this happened (or frankly if this is legit) but we will take it. We love what we do, and we love the young people we work with and tbh - we have a lot to celebrate. We can't wait to share more about what we are celebrating soon!

Here's to us!

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08/04/2026

New research shows what helps Autistic students with school can't. Check it out for yourself in the latest School Mental Health Journal (Fisher et.al, 2026). Or, if that feels a little academic, read our latest blog post on our website for more detail.

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29/03/2026

Richard from Can't Face School and Jo from The Social Confidence Collective talk about what's coming up in our workshop "Re-thinking School Engagement" and why it matters for young people who are struggling to attend school.

This workshop is about understanding the WHY behind school disengagement, and doing things differently to support students.

Sign up to the all-day workshop on May 5th, 2026. Limited spots available.

24/03/2026

Today’s Movie Club choice…….Scream 7 😱😳

We loved connecting with young people today, doing what young people do out and about in the community! The movie itself…….not so much. The group gave it a 4/10 “scary” rating.

If you’re a young person who’d love to join in on our regular movie clubs, check out our website. Link in bio.

23/03/2026

At The Social Confidence Collective, we support young people (14-25) to feel more comfortable, confident and connected with others, in a way that feels authentic and right for them. Our groups are neuro-affirming, occupational therapy-led and focused on real-world connection (not "social skills drills").

👉Weekly small groups (6-8 people)
👉Fun, supported social activities that promote connection
👉Occupational therapists with experience in youth mental health

📍Brunswick, Melbourne.
Limited spots open.

Contact us now.

ID: A blurred background of a group of teens facing a brightly coloured video game projected onto a large screen on the wall. Overlaying this scene are "Social Groups for Young People (14-25). Join our small, supportive groups in Brunswick, Melbourne. Facilitated by occupational therapists"

A team of occupational therapists in Melbourne, Australia. The Social Confidence Collective offers group work for young people (14-25 years) to build their social confidence.

19/03/2026

Here are Richard and Jo, two of the experienced facilitators behind our upcoming “Re‑thinking School Engagement” workshop.

If you're supporting young people who can't attend school, this in-person day of learning will give you practical, compassionate tools that will actually make a difference.

Delivered by the teams at Can't Face School and The Social Confidence Collective, this workshop brings together school re-engagement expertise and deep youth mental health experience.

Walk away clearer, more confident, and ready with strategies you can use straight away.

📍Brunswick | 5th May 2026

👉 Register now — link in bio.

16/03/2026

The first question parents ask us often is: "What do you do in the group?" But, what many are actually wanting to know...Will my young person feel safe in this group?

We work hard to help them feel as safe as possible. Our groups are run by experienced facilitators & guided by trauma-informed principles. That means predictable sessions, different lighting options, access to materials (including sensory items), and a 1:1 meeting before anyone joins - so we know what helps people feel safest.

Will my young person feel supported in this group?

We work hard to help them feel as supported as possible. All of our groups are run by 2 facilitators for a reason - so we can support all group members, even if they’re having a hard time. We know our group participants well, because we meet with all of them 1:1 before coming to our groups. We ask young people and their support systems what works best.

Will my young person learn social skills in this group?

Yes. But not in the way you think. We don’t stand at the front of the room teaching “social skills.” Instead, young people explore what works for them while connecting with others in a
facilitated group environment.

So what do we actually do in our groups?

We create safe, supported spaces where young people can connect, learn about themselves and others, and choose how they want to participate. Sometimes that’s games. Sometimes that’s creative activities.
And sometimes...it’s frozen yoghurt.

ID: A carousel of 6 slides. All have the same image as the background. Four people sitting around a table, each with a cup of frozen yoghurt. No heads or faces are visible. Slides have the above caption written on them.

26/02/2026

Look at those smiles!!!!! Keen to know what we’re so happy about at SCC?

Well……stay tuned to find out, SO MANY things are happening. We can’t wait to tell you more about an exciting new group offering and the relationships we’re building at the moment. Gosh we’re lucky to do what we do!

If you’re working with a young person who could benefit from connecting in a supportive group environment, reach out. Link in bio.

ID: A photograph of Rachel, Sonya and Jo sitting at a table laughing and smiling.

23/02/2026

Confidence grows in connection.
At The Social Confidence Collective, we support young people (14–25) to feel more comfortable, confident and connected with others, in a way that feels authentic and right for them. Our groups are neuro-affirming, Occupational-Therapy-led and focused on real-world connection (not “social skills drills").

👉 Weekly small groups (6–8 people)
👉 Fun, supported social activities that promote connection
👉 Occupational Therapists with experience in youth mental health

📍 Brunswick, Melbourne.
Enrolments open — limited spots.

Visit our website for more information: www.socialconfidencecollective.com.au

ID: A photo of a group of teens talking in a park setting. The words The Social Confidence Collective Social Groups for Young People. Confidence grows in connection. Small, supportive groups in Brunswick, Melbourne. Enrolments Open are written around the image.

A team of occupational therapists in Melbourne, Australia. The Social Confidence Collective offers group work for young people (14-25 years) to build their social confidence.

15/02/2026

We often get asked by young people, their families and clinicians we work with about our group therapy approach and how it looks different to other social groups.

We've put together some helpful info about our philosophy and values as a team.

If you're supporting a young person who you think might benefit from connecting with us and peers in a safe supportive group space, referrals for our groups are currently open.

Contact us at hello@socialconfidencecollective.com.au

ID: Slide 1: Heading slide:A quick look into how our groups work? The Social Confidence Collective Way.
Slide 2: Reads: What makes our groups different? Our groups aren’t about teaching young people “how to” be social. We support our participants to build the confidence to approach social situations as their authentic selves.
Slide 3: Reads Embracing Diversity: We respect for differences! Our groups are designed to celebrate these differences and build a supportive environment where everyone feels more able to be themselves
Slide 4: Reads: Connection: One of the key goals of our group therapy is to help young people understand how to they develop meaningful connections with others.
Slide 5: Reads: We Support you! Our therapy groups provide a safe space where young people can explore their strengths, address challenges without judgement, and practice how they would like to be in social interactions…while hopefully having some fun.
Slide 6: Reads: Beyond social skills. We don’t teach social skills, we support the development of social confidence!
Slide 7: How our groups work. Activity. Core to our groups is the use of activity to support social connection. Discussion. We facilitate group chats, and people can participate in a way that works for them. Reflect. To monitor progress towards goals.
Slide 8: Keen to find out more. Contact us today. Link in bio.

27/10/2025

Happy World OT Day to our fellow Occupational Therapists, doing the work to support individuals and communities to reconnect with the things that meaningful and important to them!