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SUMMARY:Webinar Speaking Up: School-Based Exposures for Selective Mutism
DESCRIPTION:Go here for more information and to registerhttps://selectivemutismassociation.ce-go.com/speaking-up-school-based-exposures-for-selective-mutism \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Brittany Bice-Urbach\, Associate Professor and Clinical Psychologist \n\n\n\nThis webinar will emphasize intervention strategies when directly implementing school-based exposures for children with selective mutism. This session will specifically focus on both developing and implementing exposure practices in school environments. The session will provide participants with a) tools for gathering data about a child’s current speaking comforts in the school environment\, b) planning forms to help school teams develop concrete intervention plans\, c) examples of creative school-based exposure practices at 3 levels of communication (i.e.\, nonverbal\, communicating with a few individuals in the building\, higher level speaking)\, d) ideas for efficient progress monitoring\, and e) problem-solving through common barriers within exposure practice. Participants will leave with concrete recommendations and resources to successfully support exposure practice for children with selective mutism as they build their comfort to communicate in school settings.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/webinar-speaking-up-school-based-exposures-for-selective-mutism/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T150000
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UID:10005252-1755874800-1755880200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION: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. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc-2/2025-08-22/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T190000
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DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250428T163716Z
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UID:10006298-1756148400-1756152000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION: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 facing new challenges\, this group offers guidance\, structure\, and collaborative problem-solving to keep brave talking moving forward. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to fine-tune exposure plans\, strengthen your child’s motivation and confidence\, and expand your coaching skills across a wider range of real-life settings. You’ll also learn how to adapt your approach when things feel stuck — whether it’s uncertainty at school\, shifts in your child’s comfort level\, or transitions to new environments. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-advanced-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-08-25/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
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UID:10001502-1756396800-1756400400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-3-to-6-in-new-york-ny/2025-08-28/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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UID:10001646-1756400400-1756404000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 6 to 12 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-6-to-12-in-new-york-ny/2025-08-28/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T163000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250428T161857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161900Z
UID:10005253-1756479600-1756485000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION: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. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc-2/2025-08-29/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250428T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163718Z
UID:10006299-1756753200-1756756800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION: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 facing new challenges\, this group offers guidance\, structure\, and collaborative problem-solving to keep brave talking moving forward. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to fine-tune exposure plans\, strengthen your child’s motivation and confidence\, and expand your coaching skills across a wider range of real-life settings. You’ll also learn how to adapt your approach when things feel stuck — whether it’s uncertainty at school\, shifts in your child’s comfort level\, or transitions to new environments. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-advanced-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-09-01/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
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UID:10001503-1757001600-1757005200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-3-to-6-in-new-york-ny/2025-09-04/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T180000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20241111T225540Z
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UID:10001647-1757005200-1757008800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 6 to 12 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-6-to-12-in-new-york-ny/2025-09-04/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T163000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250428T161857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161900Z
UID:10005254-1757084400-1757089800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION: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. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc-2/2025-09-05/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250428T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163718Z
UID:10006300-1757358000-1757361600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION: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 facing new challenges\, this group offers guidance\, structure\, and collaborative problem-solving to keep brave talking moving forward. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to fine-tune exposure plans\, strengthen your child’s motivation and confidence\, and expand your coaching skills across a wider range of real-life settings. You’ll also learn how to adapt your approach when things feel stuck — whether it’s uncertainty at school\, shifts in your child’s comfort level\, or transitions to new environments. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-advanced-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-09-08/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20241111T225323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225325Z
UID:10001504-1757606400-1757610000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-3-to-6-in-new-york-ny/2025-09-11/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T180000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20241111T225540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225541Z
UID:10001648-1757610000-1757613600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 6 to 12 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-6-to-12-in-new-york-ny/2025-09-11/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T163000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250428T161857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161900Z
UID:10005255-1757689200-1757694600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION: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. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc-2/2025-09-12/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250428T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163718Z
UID:10006301-1757962800-1757966400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION: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 facing new challenges\, this group offers guidance\, structure\, and collaborative problem-solving to keep brave talking moving forward. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to fine-tune exposure plans\, strengthen your child’s motivation and confidence\, and expand your coaching skills across a wider range of real-life settings. You’ll also learn how to adapt your approach when things feel stuck — whether it’s uncertainty at school\, shifts in your child’s comfort level\, or transitions to new environments. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-advanced-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-09-15/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T210000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250630T003214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T024150Z
UID:10006559-1758139200-1758142800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:SMA Virtual Parent Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Register here \n\n\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4ZUxHdfNQZ2vBAOZpmhDWw#/registration \n\n\n\nMembers 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 with SM.  \n\n\n\nIn order to keep the group intimate and allow time for everyone to share\, space will be limited. SMA plans to hold parent support group meetings on an ongoing basis\, so stay tuned for future opportunities to participate.  \n\n\n\nThis group is for support only. Clinical advice will not be provided\, and this group is not intended to diagnose selective mutism or serve as a replacement for treatment with a qualified professional. This meeting will be held in English.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/sma-virtual-parent-support-group-meeting-31/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20241111T225323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225325Z
UID:10001505-1758211200-1758214800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-3-to-6-in-new-york-ny/2025-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T180000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20241111T225540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225541Z
UID:10001649-1758214800-1758218400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 6 to 12 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-6-to-12-in-new-york-ny/2025-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T163000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250428T161857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161900Z
UID:10005256-1758294000-1758299400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION: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. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc-2/2025-09-19/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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UID:10006302-1758567600-1758571200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION: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 facing new challenges\, this group offers guidance\, structure\, and collaborative problem-solving to keep brave talking moving forward. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to fine-tune exposure plans\, strengthen your child’s motivation and confidence\, and expand your coaching skills across a wider range of real-life settings. You’ll also learn how to adapt your approach when things feel stuck — whether it’s uncertainty at school\, shifts in your child’s comfort level\, or transitions to new environments. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-advanced-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-09-22/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T160000
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UID:10001506-1758816000-1758819600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-3-to-6-in-new-york-ny/2025-09-25/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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UID:10001650-1758819600-1758823200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 6 to 12 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-6-to-12-in-new-york-ny/2025-09-25/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T163000
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UID:10005257-1758898800-1758904200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION: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. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc-2/2025-09-26/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250919T172555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T172558Z
UID:10006609-1759147200-1759150800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual West Coast Therapy and Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Christy Tadros\, info@therapyandwellness.com \n\n\n\nWe are offering a virtual SM Parent Training Group again this fall! \n\n\n\nThis group is for parents and caregivers who want to support their child’s progress and will help facilitate their verbal exposures on your own. Each group will target a specific topic (see schedule below) that we will practice together with therapist feedback. This group will be led by Olivia Rivera\, who hopes to build a supportive group environment where parents can gain skills and connect with others who have similar experiences. \n\n\n\nThe skills learned in this group will assist in providing further assistance to your child\, strengthen their continued progress after camp\, and offer tips and feedback for school preparation. \n\n\n\nPlease note that all sessions will be recorded. We will share all handouts and related materials after each group to ensure that you gain the most from this experience. \n\n\n\nLocation: Zoom \n\n\n\nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 \n\n\n\nSession Dates (no group 10/13):Sept 29Oct 6Oct 20Oct 27Nov 3Nov 10 \n\n\n\nCost: $900 for all 6 sessions (fee includes attendance for two caregivers) \n\n\n\nGroup Topics Include:Selective mutism 101 skillsFading in other children and adultsCommunity exposuresSchool AdvocacyPeer communication and Playdates \n\n\n\nThe deadline to register is Monday\, September 22. Please respond to this email with confirmation if you are interested in attending. Please also see the registration form on the website for your reference and let me know if you have any questions.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-west-coast-therapy-and-wellness/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250428T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163718Z
UID:10006303-1759172400-1759176000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION: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 facing new challenges\, this group offers guidance\, structure\, and collaborative problem-solving to keep brave talking moving forward. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to fine-tune exposure plans\, strengthen your child’s motivation and confidence\, and expand your coaching skills across a wider range of real-life settings. You’ll also learn how to adapt your approach when things feel stuck — whether it’s uncertainty at school\, shifts in your child’s comfort level\, or transitions to new environments. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-advanced-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-09-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
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UID:10001507-1759420800-1759424400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-3-to-6-in-new-york-ny/2025-10-02/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T180000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
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UID:10001651-1759424400-1759428000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 6 to 12 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-6-to-12-in-new-york-ny/2025-10-02/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250307T202631Z
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UID:10003329-1759478400-1759597200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Selective Mutism Association International Annual Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:Register Now \n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\nConference Flyer \n\n\n\nPlease note all conference times are in Eastern Time. \n\n\n\nLive Virtual Conference \n\n\n\nConference Information: \n\n\n\nThe Selective Mutism Association’s annual conference will be on Friday\, October 3 (half day) and October 4\, 2025 and will be held in a fully-virtual format. This online approach allows us to continue to offer innovative\, meaningful content\, to share advances in the assessment and treatment of SM\, and to connect with a wider audience of participants from across the world. Please note: SMA plans to alternate in-person and virtual conferences. We are also pleased to announce that we are continuing our dedicated track of content intended for individuals with SM (ages 17 and up).  It will be a wonderful time of gathering for the selective mutism community to learn the latest in evidence-based information\, support one another and connect our community! We hope you can join us! \n\n\n\nAll sessions will be recorded and available for later viewing (until December 31\, 2025) for those who register for the conference. Although we hope you can attend the conference live\, if you cannot do that\, you can watch all sessions later at your convenience. For professionals wishing to obtain continuing education credits\, please note that these credits can only be obtained if you attend live conference sessions–you can not watch recorded sessions and obtain continuing education credits. \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: \n\n\n\nThe target audience includes parents and relatives of individuals with selective mutism\, mental health professionals\, speech and language pathologists\, other allied health professionals\, educators\, and individuals with SM (ages 17 and up.) \n\n\n\nSpecial Note to all Individuals with SM: \n\n\n\nSMA recognizes that resources for older individuals who have SM are scarce and thus\, for individuals with SM (ages 17 and older)\, SMA will be offering the Individuals with SM track for FREE! Please see the agenda for presentations offered for this track. \n\n\n\nIndividuals with SM (geared toward ages 17 and older) may register for this track for free on our registration page. Please note that those that choose this option will only have access to the Individual Track presentations as well as other general sessions offered for the day. Individuals who register for this track will not have access to the professional and caregiver-friendly tracks. For those registrants who would like access to all talks\, you will need to register for the entire conference. \n\n\n\nKeynote Address \n\n\n\nThe Nature and Management of Social Anxiety in Youth\, Ron Rapee\, Ph.D.\, Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Macquarie University\, Australia \n\n\n\nBiography \n\n\n\nRon Rapee is Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Macquarie University where he was the Founding Director of the Centre for Emotional Health. Professor Rapee’s research specializes in mental health\, especially in anxiety and related disorders across the lifespan. He has created models of the development of mental disorders and has used these theories to produce evidence-based treatment programs. One of his best known programs\, Cool Kids\, is used in over 25 countries and translated into more than a dozen languages. Currently\, Professor Rapee has been engaged by the Australian Department of Education to develop a tool to identify students across all Australian schools who may be struggling with their mental health. Professor Rapee has been honoured by awards from both scientific and consumer groups\, including the Distinguished Career Award from the Australian Association for CBT and the Distinguished Contribution to Science Award from the Australian Psychological Society. He was awarded an Australian Research Council Laureate Fellowship in 2015 and was made a Member of the Order of Australia in 2012 for his contributions to clinical psychology\, especially among young people. \n\n\n\nDate and Location \n\n\n\nThe online live virtual conference will begin on Friday\, October 3\, 2025  (early afternoon ET) and conclude on Saturday (early evening ET)\, October 4.  Specific start and end times are noted on the agenda. All times will be in Eastern Time.  This conference will be conducted live (no prerecorded sessions); however\, talks will be recorded and available for later viewing for a limited amount of time. \n\n\n\nConference Offers Professional\, Caregiver\, Individuals with SM (Ages 17 and up) Track \n\n\n\nThe conference will offer presentations for professionals\, parents/family\, and individuals with SM\, but any person can attend any session that interests them. All registrants will have a choice of different presentations to attend. In addition to these sessions\, we will offer an Expert Q&A panel and a Hear Our Voices panel where people talk about their lives and recovery from SM. \n\n\n\nConnection Hour \n\n\n\nA Mix ‘n Mingle is planned Friday evening to allow for people to interact and talk with one another. Break out rooms will be set up for different communities and we hope you can join us! Stay tuned for more information. \n\n\n\nContinuing Education \n\n\n\nThe SMA conference will seek to be approved to offer continuing education credits. Please see registration page for details on approvals. \n\n\n\nScholarships \n\n\n\nWe are excited to offer a limited number of need-based scholarships for the upcoming SMA conference. \n\n\n\nWe are offering 2 types of scholarships: \n\n\n\n\nCaregivers:https://forms.gle/gcrdUcitFcEWY8qo9\n\n\n\nBIPOC Professionals or Professionals who serve the underrepresented/BIPOC community:https://forms.gle/cTHVf5f8L9y1hypQ8\n\n\n\n\nIf interested and in need\, please complete the google form for the specific type of scholarship. As part of the form\, you will be required to give a statement of need as well as answer a few other questions related to each scholarship. \n\n\n\nPlease note: All scholarship submissions must be received by midnight ET on August 17\, 2025. Eligible participants will be entered into a drawing\, from which scholarship recipients will be selected. All recipients of the scholarships\, as well as all who submitted\, will be notified of their application status by September 1\, 2025. Please do not register separately until you have been notified by SMA.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/selective-mutism-association-annual-conference-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T163000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250428T161857Z
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UID:10005258-1759503600-1759509000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION: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. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc-2/2025-10-03/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203640
CREATED:20250428T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163718Z
UID:10006304-1759777200-1759780800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION: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 facing new challenges\, this group offers guidance\, structure\, and collaborative problem-solving to keep brave talking moving forward. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to fine-tune exposure plans\, strengthen your child’s motivation and confidence\, and expand your coaching skills across a wider range of real-life settings. You’ll also learn how to adapt your approach when things feel stuck — whether it’s uncertainty at school\, shifts in your child’s comfort level\, or transitions to new environments. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-advanced-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-10-06/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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