The following events are from treating professionals who have joined our SMA community. SMA commends these professionals for taking an interest in treating or working with SM. The listed events provide training, education, and connection related to selective mutism. However, please note, SMA does not specifically endorse treatment providers/events and reminds people to carefully qualify any professional/event. Please view this link to SMA’s treatment statement.
Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 6-9
Our 1-hour Guided Virtual Get-Togethers are a place for children with social anxiety or Selective Mutism to build social comfort, learn and practice evidence-based strategies, and engage with similar-aged peers.… Continue reading Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 6-9
Virtual Therapeutic Support Group for Caregivers of Individuals with SM and Anxiety
Our 1-hour virtual support group for caregivers of children and teens with Selective Mutism and anxiety disorders offers a compassionate space to focus on one’s well-being as a caregiver. The… Continue reading Virtual Therapeutic Support Group for Caregivers of Individuals with SM and Anxiety
Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 9 to 12 in NY, NJ, and CT
Anxiety can keep kids stuck — quiet in class, hesitant in groups, or quick to withdraw from situations that feel uncertain. This once-weekly, 90-minute virtual group helps pre-teens (ages 9… Continue reading Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 9 to 12 in NY, NJ, and CT
Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
This 6-week virtual course helps caregivers build off of their foundational PCIT–SM skillset and equips them with next-level strategies to support continued progress. Whether your child is gaining momentum or… Continue reading Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
This 90-minute, once-weekly in-person group is designed to help young children (ages 3 to 6) with Selective Mutism build confidence and strengthen brave talking skills in a warm, play-based setting.… Continue reading Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 13 to 17 in NY, NJ, and CT
For teens with Selective Mutism and/or Social Anxiety, everyday moments — such as speaking in class, initiating a conversation, or attending a social event — can feel overwhelming. This 60-minute,… Continue reading Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 13 to 17 in NY, NJ, and CT
SMA Virtual Parent Support Group Meeting
Register herehttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/XO4C-AkQTyejN6kEv0TlXAMembers from across the country will come together to share stories, offer advice and connect with other parents who understand both the challenges and rewards of raising a child… Continue reading SMA Virtual Parent Support Group Meeting
Virtual Beginner SM Parent Skills Group
This 6-week virtual course introduces caregivers to the essential tools and strategies behind Parent–Child Interaction Therapy for Selective Mutism (PCIT–SM). Designed for families at the start of their SM journey… Continue reading Virtual Beginner SM Parent Skills Group
Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York, NY
Every Thursday from 4-5 pmIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd)Kayla Samuels, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-orgWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part… Continue reading Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York, NY
Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 10-18
Our 1-hour Guided Virtual Get-Togethers are a place for tweens and teens with social anxiety or Selective Mutism to build social comfort, learn and practice evidence-based strategies, and meet peers… Continue reading Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 10-18
Targeted Practice Ages 6 to 12 in New York, NY
Every Thursday from 4-5 pmIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd)Kayla Samuels, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-orgWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part… Continue reading Targeted Practice Ages 6 to 12 in New York, NY
Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
This 90-minute, once-weekly in-person group is designed to help young children (ages 3 to 6) with Selective Mutism build confidence and strengthen brave talking skills in a warm, play-based setting.… Continue reading Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC