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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/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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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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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/
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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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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:20260819T223408
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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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DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
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UID:10001508-1760025600-1760029200@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/2025-10-09/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T170000
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UID:10001652-1760029200-1760032800@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/2025-10-09/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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UID:10001758-1760083200-1760374800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:CommuniCamp™ Intensive Group Treatment and ALL DAY Parent Training and Support Program in Jenkintown\, PA
DESCRIPTION:Individuals ages 3 to 17 with SM and social anxiety and their parents \n\n\n\nLisaMarie VargasCommuniCamp@SelectiveMutismCenter.org \n\n\n\nOur 3+ Day CommuniCamp™ is an Intensive Group Treatment and ALL DAY Parent Training & Support Program to help parents\, children\, and teens (ages 3-17+) overcome Selective Mutism\, social anxiety\, and extreme shyness.  \n\n\n\nChildren/teens do not need to talk to participate. All are welcome! There is no restriction based on a child/teen’s social communication stage.  \n\n\n\nWe will help your child/teen build the social communication skills necessary for school\, the real world\, and at home implementing the SMart Center’s 35 years of experience treating Selective Mutism using Social Communication Anxiety Treatment® (S-CAT®)\, the evidence-based treatment approach created by world-renowned Selective Mutism expert\, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum. Children/teens receive 16+ hours of treatment\, Parents receive 16+ hours of psychoeducation/support throughout the weekend.  \n\n\n\nVisit CommuniCamp.org to learn more!
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/communicamp-intensive-group-treatment-and-all-day-parent-training-and-support-program-in-jenkintown-pa-6/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20250409T232249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T232251Z
UID:10003342-1760083200-1760374800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:CommuniCamp™ Intensive Group Treatment and ALL DAY Parent Training & Support Program in Jenkintown\, PA for Ages 3 to 17
DESCRIPTION:Our 3+ Day CommuniCamp™ is an Intensive Group Treatment and ALL DAY Parent Training & Support Program to help parents\, children\, and teens (ages 3-17+) overcome Selective Mutism\, social anxiety\, and extreme shyness. \n\n\n\nChildren/teens do not need to talk to participate. All are welcome! There is no restriction based on a child/teen’s social communication stage. \n\n\n\nWe will help your child/teen build the social communication skills necessary for school\, the real world\, and at home implementing the SMart Center’s 35 years of experience treating Selective Mutism using Social Communication Anxiety Treatment® (S-CAT®)\, the evidence-based treatment approach created by world-renowned Selective Mutism expert\, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum. Children/teens receive 16+ hours of treatment\, Parents receive 16+ hours of psychoeducation/support throughout the weekend. \n\n\n\nVisit CommuniCamp.org to learn more! \n\n\n\nLisaMarie Vargas\, CommuniCamp@SelectiveMutismCenter.org
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/communicamp-intensive-group-treatment-and-all-day-parent-training-support-program-in-jenkintown-pa-for-ages-3-to-17-4/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T163000
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UID:10005259-1760108400-1760113800@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-2/2025-10-10/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20250428T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163718Z
UID:10006305-1760382000-1760385600@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/2025-10-13/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20241111T225323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225325Z
UID:10001509-1760630400-1760634000@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/2025-10-16/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T180000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20241111T225540Z
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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/2025-10-16/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T163000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161900Z
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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-2/2025-10-17/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20250428T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163718Z
UID:10006306-1760986800-1760990400@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/2025-10-20/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20241111T225323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225325Z
UID:10001510-1761235200-1761238800@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/2025-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T180000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20241111T225540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225541Z
UID:10001654-1761238800-1761242400@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/2025-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T173000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20250423T183650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T035745Z
UID:10004971-1761294600-1761327000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Innovative Strategies for Evaluating and Treating Selective Mutism Hybrid: Virtual & In-Person
DESCRIPTION:Eastern Time   \n\n\n\nHybrid Event! Register to attend virtually or in-person! \n\n\n\nhttps://klein-and-ruiz-speech-language-pathology.ce-go.com/selective-mutism-workshop \n\n\n\nThis workshop provides an in-depth overview of selective mutism including characteristics of the disorder and details for differential diagnosis. Methods of accurate assessment with consideration of speech and language needs are included. The presenters share implementation practices for two recently published programs (EXPRESS and ECHO) that focus on improving communication and reducing anxiety in children and teens with selective mutism. Experiential work and case study reviews are provided. \n\n\n\nIn-person takes place at: \n\n\n\n150 S. Warner Road\, King of Prussia\, PA 19406Lower level conference room \n\n\n\nCesar RuizQuestions?Contact info: ceruizp@gmail.com\, 610-639-1264315 New St. #512\, Philadelphia\, PA 19106
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/innovative-strategies-for-evaluating-and-treating-selective-mutism-in-king-of-prussia-pa/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T163000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20250428T161857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161900Z
UID:10005261-1761318000-1761323400@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-2/2025-10-24/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20250428T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163718Z
UID:10006307-1761591600-1761595200@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/2025-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20241111T225323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225325Z
UID:10001511-1761840000-1761843600@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/2025-10-30/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T180000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20241111T225540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225541Z
UID:10001655-1761843600-1761847200@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/2025-10-30/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20251009T174509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T174514Z
UID:10006613-1761847200-1761850800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Trunk-or-Treat for Ages 3 to 10 in Livonia\, MI
DESCRIPTION:Trunk or Treat: A Brave Halloween Practice Event! \n\n\n\nHannah Hamilton hhamilton@thrivingminds.info \n\n\n\nJoin us for a special Trunk or Treat on October 30 from 6:00–7:00 PM\, designed to help children with selective mutism practice being brave in a fun\, supportive setting! Kids are invited to wear their costumes\, collect candy\, play games\, and engage in social interactions—all while building confidence and brave skills ahead of Halloween.You can register for this event here: https://forms.gle/8b43qY3q5KsFxjwh8 \n\n\n\nThe cost is $60 for the session\, with the option to bill through insurance if applicable. Come in costume and ready to have fun!
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/trunk-or-treat-for-ages-3-to-10-in-livonia-mi/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T163000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20250428T161857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161900Z
UID:10005262-1761922800-1761928200@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-2/2025-10-31/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T190000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20251020T040244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T040246Z
UID:10006619-1762192800-1762196400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:6-Week Virtual Social Skills Series for Tweens & Teens for Ages 10 to 12 and 13 to 17
DESCRIPTION:Dakota Hornak dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org \n\n\n\nDoes your tween or teen struggle with speaking up\, making friends\, or feeling confident in social situations? \n\n\n\nOur Tween & Teen Social Skills Groups (ages 10-12 & ages 13-17) are designed especially for tweens and teens with Social Anxiety\, Selective Mutism\, and social communication challenges. This 6-week virtual social skills series will give your tween or teen the opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nBuild social communication confidence through games\, role-plays\, and teamwork challenges\n\n\n\nPractice real-life social skills like greetings\, asking/answering questions\, & keeping conversations going\n\n\n\nStrengthen friendship skills\, including sharing ideas\, problem-solving\, & joining group projects\n\n\n\nDiscuss coping strategies for managing social anxiety\, such as relaxation\, preparation\, & confidence-building tools\n\n\n\n& so much more!\n\n\n\n\nEvery activity is guided by our trained clinicians using ensuring each individual is met where they are\, whether nonverbal\, transitioning into speech\, or verbal! Give your child the tools and support to strengthen their social communication skills in a safe\, encouraging group setting! \n\n\n\nThis virtual series is designed as a complete package of 6 sessions\, not individual drop-ins. Registration is $450 and includes the full 6-week program. This series will be hosted from November 3 to December 8\, starting at 6 PM EST each week.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/6-week-virtual-social-skills-series-for-tweens-teens-for-ages-10-to-12-and-13-to-17-6/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223408
CREATED:20250428T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163718Z
UID:10006308-1762196400-1762200000@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/2025-11-03/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223409
CREATED:20251023T180816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T180819Z
UID:10006622-1762369200-1762372800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Webinar Beyond Answering Questions: Targeting Higher-Level Social Language Goals with Students with Selective Mutism
DESCRIPTION:Register herehttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0Yiu36B1SeCAGl9r_HZDxQ \n\n\n\nOnce students with selective mutism are able to answer questions consistently\, what comes next? This session explores how to move beyond simple verbal responding to target more challenging social language skills\, such as using greetings and farewells\, social niceties\, compromising\, initiating conversations\, stating opinions\, and self-advocacy. These higher-level skills are critical for allowing students to participate in meaningful\, age-appropriate interactions with peers and adults in the school setting and beyond. Participants will learn strategies to target these skills with their students and discuss practical activities and exposure tasks that can be completed in various settings. Sample goals and time for questions will be provided. Learning Objectives: 1. State 5 common higher-level social language goals appropriate for students with selective mutism who have progressed beyond initial verbal responding 2. Create functional activities to support skills like compromising\, expressing opinions\, and self-advocacy within school and peer interactions 3. Develop relevant SMART goals that address these higher-level skills For SLPs: ASHA Professional Development Hours (PDHs) If you plan to submit this webinar for Professional Development Hours (PDHs)\, SMA is happy to provide you with a certificate of completion upon request. You must be logged in to the webinar for the entire presentation in order to receive a certificate of completion. Please note: PDHs are self-reported and maintained by the participant. This course is not registered for ASHA CEUs through the ASHA CE Registry. However\, PDHs can be applied toward your ASHA certification renewal. SMA does not guarantee PDH approval\, and registrants are requested to verify with their accrediting agency. To request a certificate of completion\, reach out to Kristin Leos at kleos@selectivemutism.org.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/webinar-beyond-answering-questions-targeting-higher-level-social-language-goals-with-students-with-selective-mutism/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223409
CREATED:20241111T225323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225325Z
UID:10001512-1762444800-1762448400@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/2025-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T180000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223409
CREATED:20241111T225540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225541Z
UID:10001656-1762448400-1762452000@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/2025-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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