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PEERS® Bullyproof Bootcamp

PEERS Bullyproof Bootcamp

The PEERS® Bullyproof Bootcamp equips teens (13–17 years) and young adults (18–35 years) with practical strategies to handle teasing, bullying, and social conflict with confidence. Run by psychologists at our psychology clinic in Mascot, this workshop is based on UCLA’s internationally recognised PEERS® curriculum. Across two dynamic holiday sessions, participants gain step-by-step guidance, practise behavioural rehearsals, and learn real-world strategies to strengthen resilience in challenging peer situations.

Benefits

  • Learn effective strategies to respond to teasing and embarrassing feedback
  • Build confidence in managing rumours, gossip, and reputation challenges
  • Strengthen resilience against cyber bullying and physical bullying
  • Gain practical skills for handling and bringing up disagreements
  • Develop tools to stay calm, assertive, and socially confident in difficult situations
  • Parents and caregivers gain coaching strategies to reinforce skills at home and in the community

Participation Requirements

  • Age Range: Adolescents (13–17) and young adults (18–35)
  • Suitable for: Individuals with Autism Level 1, ADHD, anxiety, or social communication difficulties
  • Parent/Carer Involvement: Strongly encouraged, with at least one parent or support person acting as a “social coach”
  • Commitment: Attendance for the full bootcamp and willingness to practise skills outside sessions
  • Availability: Run during school holiday periods, based on expressions of interest

Why It Matters

Bullying and peer conflict can significantly affect mental health, self-esteem, and social confidence. For neurodiverse adolescents and young adults, these challenges are often magnified without the right strategies. The PEERS® Bullyproof Bootcamp provides a safe, supportive, and evidence-based environment where participants learn, practise, and master skills that empower them to stand up to bullying and navigate conflict effectively—building long-term resilience and confidence.

Topics Included

  • Handling teasing
  • Responding to embarrassing feedback
  • Minimising cyber bullying
  • Managing rumours and gossip
  • Handling physical bullying
  • Responding to disagreements
  • Bringing up disagreements
  • Changing a reputation

Program Structure

Format

Small-group workshop with direct coaching and behavioural rehearsals

Duration

Two full-day sessions (9:30 am – 3:30 pm) during school holidays

Availability

Offered during school holidays, based on expressions of interest

Delivery

Step-by-step instruction, role-play demonstrations, and video examples with breakout group practice

The PEERS® Bullyproof Bootcamp

INTENSIVE SKILLS WORKSHOP | teens and young adults

PEERS® Bullyproof Bootcamp.

Supporting Confidence, Resilience & Real-World Strategies

This psychologist-led, neuroaffirming workshop is designed to support teens and young adults in navigating teasing, bullying, and social conflict using the internationally recognised PEERS® framework

As an intensive, condensed version of the program, it focuses on practical, real-world strategies delivered through structured, step-by-step instruction, role-play demonstrations, and guided behavioural practice.

Participants are introduced to ways of responding to challenging social situations, managing reactions, and maintaining confidence when navigating peer interactions.

A Flexible Way to Start

    This workshop can also be a helpful option for individuals who are not ready to commit to a longer-term program, are looking for a more flexible format, or would benefit from a focused introduction to the PEERS® framework. It may also support participants in revisiting and reinforcing skills following attendance in a term-based PEERS® program.
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Why This Bootcamp Matters

Experiences of teasing and peer conflict can impact confidence, wellbeing, and social engagement. For some teens and young adults, particularly those who benefit from clear and explicit guidance, knowing how to respond in these situations can feel challenging.

This workshop provides a structured and supportive environment where participants can explore practical strategies, practise responses, and build familiarity with navigating social conflict.

Bootcamp Details

  • Date School holidays (on demand)
  • Duration 1 full day (9:30am – 3:30pm)
  • Age Groups Teens (13–17) & Young Adults (18–35)
  • Location Mascot Clinic, Sydney
  • Funding Options NDIS, Medicare & private options available

Who This is For

  • Teens and young adults wanting support with social confidence
  • Individuals who experience challenges with teasing, conflict, or peer dynamics
  • Neurodivergent individuals (including Autism and ADHD)
  • Those who benefit from structured, step-by-step learning
  • Participants motivated to practise and apply new skills

What to Expect

  • SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT Small-group setting designed to support participation and engagement
  • INTERACTIVE LEARNING Role-plays and real-life scenarios to support understanding
  • guided practice Structured behavioural rehearsal with coaching and feedback
  • practical STRATEGIES Approaches that can be explored and applied in everyday situations

What Participants Will Learn

Through structured learning, participants are introduced to skills across:

Responding to Teasing

  • Exploring ways to respond to teasing and insults
  • Practising calm and assertive responses
  • Building awareness of responses in challenging moments

Managing Conflict

  • Navigating disagreements and peer conflict
  • Understanding and maintaining boundaries
  • Responding to group dynamics

Reputation and Social Situations

  • Understanding and responding to rumours and gossip
  • Exploring ways to manage social situations
  • Supporting confidence following difficult interactions

Cyber and Online Safety

  • Understanding safe online interactions
  • Navigating digital communication challenges
  • Setting boundaries in online environments

What Makes This Different

  • Based on the internationally recognised PEERS® framework
  • Psychologist-led with structured, step-by-step teaching
  • Intensive format providing a focused learning experience
  • Opportunities for real-time coaching and feedback
  • Small group sessions to support engagement
  • Neuroaffirming approach tailored to individual strengths

Limited Availability

This is a small-group workshop designed to support participation and engagement.

  • get starteD Availability is limited during school holiday periods. Early enquiry is recommended.

Finding the Right Support

We understand that navigating social conflict and building confidence in these situations can feel important. Our team is here to guide you through the process, helping you determine whether this workshop is the right fit, or recommend the most appropriate next step.

Ready to support confidence and resilience in challenging social situations?

Contact our team to learn more or secure a place in the next workshop.

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