Social skills are the learned behaviours that help individuals interact effectively with others in different social situations. For children and adolescents, these skills are essential for developing healthy relationships with family members, peers, teachers, and the wider community. In child and adolescent counselling and family therapy, social skills are considered a vital component of emotional, behavioural, and psychological well-being. Children who possess good social skills are more likely to communicate effectively, cooperate with others, resolve conflicts peacefully, express emotions appropriately, and develop positive self-esteem. In contrast, poor social skills may lead to peer rejection, loneliness, aggression, anxiety, academic difficulties, and family conflicts. Therefore, counsellors and family therapists often include social skills training as an important part of intervention. Social skills are important because they improve communication and help children express their thoughts and feelings clearly. They encourage empathy by enabling children to understand the emotions and perspectives