Minecraft Social Skills Program

Minecraft®, often described as “digital Lego,” is an ideal forum for children to practise social and communication skills in a fun, interactive way. This group provides a structured, supportive environment where participants work together on shared builds, problem-solve as a team, and engage in conversations about their creations.

Unlike unstructured gameplay, the Minecraft Social Group at The Social Space Psychology Clinic is facilitated by trained staff and psychologists who guide children in practising targeted social and emotional skills. Parents can feel confident their child is not just “playing a game,” but actively developing real-world social tools in a motivating and engaging format.

Program Structure

Weekly 90-minute sessions (term-based, with optional school holiday intensives)
Facilitated group play in Minecraft Creative Mode, with each child assigned specific roles
Collaborative builds that require teamwork, turn-taking, and joint problem-solving
Guided reflections to connect in-session skills to real-life situations
Parent involvement through progress feedback and integration with therapy goals

Participation Requirements

This group is designed for children who:

Are aged 7–12 years
Are high-functioning and emotionally well-regulated
Experience social challenges and enjoy Minecraft
Have basic knowledge of the game
Are motivated to attend, engage, and participate in group activities

Skills Covered

During the Minecraft Social Skills Program, children practise:

Collaboration: Working together to achieve shared goals
Problem-solving & teamwork: Negotiating roles, sharing, and turn-taking
Focus & attention: Staying engaged with collaborative builds
Communication: Using verbal and non-verbal skills to express ideas
Creativity: Designing unique builds in free play and structured tasks
Conflict resolution: Managing disagreements constructively
Emotional development: Recognising, understanding, and discussing feelings
Confidence: Building pride in achievements and social contributions

Why It Matters

Children with autism, ADHD, or social-emotional challenges often struggle to practise social skills in everyday settings. Minecraft provides a low-pressure, engaging platform with shared goals, giving children a meaningful way to connect with peers, practise communication, and build confidence.

Research shows that structured, psychologist-led Minecraft interventions improve social initiations, cooperation, conflict management, and peer relationships. These gains boost children’s confidence in-game and transfer into real-world friendships and school life.

Proven Results (The Research)

Evidence suggests that structured Minecraft programs can:

Increase social communication and peer engagement
Expand social networks and strengthen friendships
Provide a safe, shared environment to practise social skills
Foster accomplishment and pride in collaborative tasks
Transfer cooperation, regulation, and problem-solving skills into daily life

How Can I Apply to Participate?

We’d love to welcome your child into the Minecraft Social Group in Mascot, Sydney.

📞 Call us on (02) 8054 4790
📧 Email: admin@thesocialspace.net.au

Book an initial consultation to confirm whether this group is the right fit for your child.