At ADWO Behavioral Services, our staff go beyond supervision—they teach, mentor, and inspire. Using our custom-developed Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum aligned with CASEL and Colorado State Standards, we guide teens with cognitive disabilities through real-world skills that build emotional strength, self-regulation, and relationship success.

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What We Teach:

Our curriculum focuses on five key areas of development:

• Self-Awareness & Regulation
Helping teens recognize emotions, use positive self-talk, and build a growth mindset.
• Communication & Relationships
Building strong connections through active listening, respectful dialogue, and cooperative teamwork.
• Conflict Resolution & Empathy
Understanding perspectives, managing disagreements, and practicing genuine apologies.
• Goal Setting & Decision-Making
Guiding teens to set personal goals and make responsible, thoughtful choices.
• Creative, Interactive Learning
Every lesson involves movement, group discussion, drawing, journaling, and real-life practice—ensuring learning is fun, relevant, and memorable.