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SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Group for Social Anxiety/SM Ongoing
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays or Wednesdays (ongoing) \n\n\n\nTime: 5pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: Teens ages 13-18 \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nThis is a CBT and exposure based group. Teens will learn about anxiety and develop coping tools as well as do exposures to face their anxiety head-on. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nContact kgibson@childtherapysrq.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-teen-group-for-social-anxiety-sm-ongoing/2023-08-01/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Older Child SM Group Ongoing Ages 9 to 12
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays (ongoing)Times: 5:30-6:30pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 9-12-year-olds from NY\, DE\, VA\, and CT \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur group intervention at Kurtz Psychology incorporates evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers. Children will have an opportunity to meet other children with similar difficulties and participate in weekly lessons simulating a classroom. Over the course of the group\, each child will provide one presentation to the group. Registration is open to all families\, new and current! \n\n\n\nAreas of focus: Responding to and asking questions\, interacting with peers\, participating in a classroom\, presenting to a group\, etc. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for additional information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/groups/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-older-child-sm-group-ongoing-ages-9-to-12/2023-08-01/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Virtual Adolescent and Teen SM Group Ongoing Ages 13 to 16
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays (ongoing)Times: 6-7 pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 13-16-year-olds in NY\, CT\, DE\, or VA \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur group intervention at Kurtz Psychology incorporates evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers within a virtual format. Children will have an opportunity to meet other children with similar difficulties and participate in weekly lessons simulating an online classroom. Over the course of the group\, each child will provide one presentation to the group. Registration is open to all families\, new and current! \n\n\n\nAreas of focus: Responding to and asking questions\, interacting virtually with peers\, participating in a virtual classroom\, presenting to a group\, etc. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for additional information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/groups/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-adolescent-and-teen-sm-group-ongoing-ages-13-to-16/2023-08-01/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:NYU Camp Courage
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $2700 \n\n\n\nAges 4-12 (Please reach out for teen intensives) \n\n\n\nEmail: campcourage@nyulangone.orgWebsite: https://nyulangone.org/locations/child-study-center/selective-mutism-service
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/nyu-camp-courage/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T120000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Parent Workshop: Starting Off Strong: Promoting School Success with Selective Mutism
DESCRIPTION:As a caregiver of a child with Selective Mutism\, ensuring a smooth back-to-school transition can be challenging. Our 5-week workshop is designed to equip you with crucial information and tools to make this transition as positive as possible. Our expert clinicians will cover key topics like how to promote speech with teachers\, access necessary school supports\, and create appropriate goals. We also provide Q&A time to ensure you feel confident in conquering the new school year. Join us and make the upcoming academic year a success for your child. \n\n\n\nNote: Sessions will be recorded if parents cannot attend. \n\n\n\nWhere: Virtual Meeting. Zoom link will be sent out prior to the start of the group \n\n\n\nWhen: July 25\, August 1\, August 8\, August 15\, and August 22 from 12:00-1:00 PM \n\n\n\nWho: Parents of children with Selective Mutism \n\n\n\nCosts: $250 for the entire group \n\n\n\nRegister by clicking here! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email kreed@thrivingminds.info
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-parent-workshop-starting-off-strong-promoting-school-success-with-selective-mutism/2023-08-08/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T170000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Group for Social Anxiety/SM Ongoing
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays or Wednesdays (ongoing) \n\n\n\nTime: 5pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: Teens ages 13-18 \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nThis is a CBT and exposure based group. Teens will learn about anxiety and develop coping tools as well as do exposures to face their anxiety head-on. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nContact kgibson@childtherapysrq.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-teen-group-for-social-anxiety-sm-ongoing/2023-08-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T183000
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CREATED:20230726T231040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T231042Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Older Child SM Group Ongoing Ages 9 to 12
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays (ongoing)Times: 5:30-6:30pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 9-12-year-olds from NY\, DE\, VA\, and CT \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur group intervention at Kurtz Psychology incorporates evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers. Children will have an opportunity to meet other children with similar difficulties and participate in weekly lessons simulating a classroom. Over the course of the group\, each child will provide one presentation to the group. Registration is open to all families\, new and current! \n\n\n\nAreas of focus: Responding to and asking questions\, interacting with peers\, participating in a classroom\, presenting to a group\, etc. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for additional information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/groups/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-older-child-sm-group-ongoing-ages-9-to-12/2023-08-08/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T190000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T231252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T231255Z
UID:10000261-1691517600-1691521200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Adolescent and Teen SM Group Ongoing Ages 13 to 16
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays (ongoing)Times: 6-7 pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 13-16-year-olds in NY\, CT\, DE\, or VA \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur group intervention at Kurtz Psychology incorporates evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers within a virtual format. Children will have an opportunity to meet other children with similar difficulties and participate in weekly lessons simulating an online classroom. Over the course of the group\, each child will provide one presentation to the group. Registration is open to all families\, new and current! \n\n\n\nAreas of focus: Responding to and asking questions\, interacting virtually with peers\, participating in a virtual classroom\, presenting to a group\, etc. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for additional information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/groups/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-adolescent-and-teen-sm-group-ongoing-ages-13-to-16/2023-08-08/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230811T080000
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SUMMARY:CommuniCamp™ 3+ Day Intensive Ages 3-17+
DESCRIPTION:CommuniCamp™ is a 3+ Day Intensive Group Treatment and Parent Training & Support Program to help parents\, children\, and teens (ages 3-17+) overcome Selective Mutism\, social anxiety\, and extreme shyness. \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 20+ 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. \n\n\n\nSchedule \n\n\n\nFriday\, 6:30PM – 7:30PM 1 hour orientation  \n\n\n\nSaturday\, 9:00AM – 2:00PM Child and Parent Sessions \n\n\n\nSunday\, 9:00AM – 2:00PM Child and Parent Sessions \n\n\n\nMonday\, 9:00AM – 2:00PM Child and Parent Sessions \n\n\n\nFor \n\n\n\nAges 3-17 (exceptions for 18 and 19 year olds) and Parents of children/teens with Selective Mutism\, social anxiety\, and extreme shyness. \n\n\n\nAll levels of communication welcome!  \n\n\n\nYour child does not need to talk to participate. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, complete our: CommuniCamp Interest Form \n\n\n\nOr contact: communicamp@selectivemutismcenter.org
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/communicamp-3-day-intensive-ages-3-17-6/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230814T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230818T235959
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SUMMARY:Summer 2023 Mighty Mouth Kids (MMK) Camp Ages 3 to 6
DESCRIPTION:Dates and Times: Camp Dates: August 14-18\, 2023 \n\n\n\nParent training (all sessions remote): August 1\, 2\, and 21\, 2023 \n\n\n\nLead-ins: August 7-11\, 2023 \n\n\n\nGroup meeting: Friday\, August 11\, 12:00-1:00 PM EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 3-6-year-olds \n\n\n\nLocation: 57 West 57th Street\, Suite 1007 New York\, NY 10019 \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nMighty Mouth Kids (MMK) is the renowned SM Group Intensive model that Dr. Kurtz pioneered as the Brave Buddies model at the NYU Child Study Center in 2009 and later brought to the Child Mind Institute in 2010. \n\n\n\nKurtz Psychology Consulting PC is committed to improving the lives of children with selective mutism (SM) and their families. We are constantly developing new ways to spread awareness about SM\, enhance treatment outcomes and improve long-term functioning\, and disseminate our resources and knowledge to others. \n\n\n\nIn addition to the typical classroom exposure that our kids get to practice\, we are laser-focused on getting you\, the parents\, confident in your own SM treatment skills so that you can serve as your child’s “therapist” beyond camp. Please contact our team for a no obligation appointment with one of our therapists to see if this is a good fit for you and your family. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for more information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/mighty-mouth-kids-camp-2/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/summer-2023-mighty-mouth-kids-mmk-camp-ages-3-to-6/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230818T150000
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CREATED:20230726T223019Z
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SUMMARY:Confident Kids Camp at The Feelings Place
DESCRIPTION:With fade-ins the week before. \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: Children with selective mutism ages 8-12 \n\n\n\nLocation: Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nConfident Kids Camp is a 5-day in-person camp for kids with selective mutism. There will be 3 classrooms and we have a few spots left in our oldest classroom which will be for 8-12 year olds. There is also parent training every day which parents are expected to join. \n\n\n\n647-740-3335 \n\n\n\nhttps://www.thefeelingsplace.com/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/confident-kids-camp-at-the-feelings-place/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T130000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230727T001712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T001714Z
UID:10000283-1692100800-1692104400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Parent Workshop: Starting Off Strong: Promoting School Success with Selective Mutism
DESCRIPTION:As a caregiver of a child with Selective Mutism\, ensuring a smooth back-to-school transition can be challenging. Our 5-week workshop is designed to equip you with crucial information and tools to make this transition as positive as possible. Our expert clinicians will cover key topics like how to promote speech with teachers\, access necessary school supports\, and create appropriate goals. We also provide Q&A time to ensure you feel confident in conquering the new school year. Join us and make the upcoming academic year a success for your child. \n\n\n\nNote: Sessions will be recorded if parents cannot attend. \n\n\n\nWhere: Virtual Meeting. Zoom link will be sent out prior to the start of the group \n\n\n\nWhen: July 25\, August 1\, August 8\, August 15\, and August 22 from 12:00-1:00 PM \n\n\n\nWho: Parents of children with Selective Mutism \n\n\n\nCosts: $250 for the entire group \n\n\n\nRegister by clicking here! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email kreed@thrivingminds.info
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-parent-workshop-starting-off-strong-promoting-school-success-with-selective-mutism/2023-08-15/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T180000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T230022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T230024Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Group for Social Anxiety/SM Ongoing
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays or Wednesdays (ongoing) \n\n\n\nTime: 5pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: Teens ages 13-18 \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nThis is a CBT and exposure based group. Teens will learn about anxiety and develop coping tools as well as do exposures to face their anxiety head-on. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nContact kgibson@childtherapysrq.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-teen-group-for-social-anxiety-sm-ongoing/2023-08-15/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T183000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T231040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T231042Z
UID:10000242-1692120600-1692124200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Older Child SM Group Ongoing Ages 9 to 12
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays (ongoing)Times: 5:30-6:30pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 9-12-year-olds from NY\, DE\, VA\, and CT \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur group intervention at Kurtz Psychology incorporates evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers. Children will have an opportunity to meet other children with similar difficulties and participate in weekly lessons simulating a classroom. Over the course of the group\, each child will provide one presentation to the group. Registration is open to all families\, new and current! \n\n\n\nAreas of focus: Responding to and asking questions\, interacting with peers\, participating in a classroom\, presenting to a group\, etc. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for additional information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/groups/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-older-child-sm-group-ongoing-ages-9-to-12/2023-08-15/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T190000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T231252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T231255Z
UID:10000262-1692122400-1692126000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Adolescent and Teen SM Group Ongoing Ages 13 to 16
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays (ongoing)Times: 6-7 pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 13-16-year-olds in NY\, CT\, DE\, or VA \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur group intervention at Kurtz Psychology incorporates evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers within a virtual format. Children will have an opportunity to meet other children with similar difficulties and participate in weekly lessons simulating an online classroom. Over the course of the group\, each child will provide one presentation to the group. Registration is open to all families\, new and current! \n\n\n\nAreas of focus: Responding to and asking questions\, interacting virtually with peers\, participating in a virtual classroom\, presenting to a group\, etc. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for additional information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/groups/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-adolescent-and-teen-sm-group-ongoing-ages-13-to-16/2023-08-15/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230818T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230821T140000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T223315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T223317Z
UID:10000211-1692349200-1692626400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Calgary Summer Camp for Selective Mutism Ages 5 to 9
DESCRIPTION:By ChildForward Inc. \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: Children ages 5 to 9 years old \n\n\n\nLocation: Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nCampers will practice talking and social skill goals across situations to build momentum and confidence heading into the new school year. Camp will include classroom-like activities each morning and fun social activities each afternoon. Each group member will be provided individual support with their identified talking and social skill goals. Campers can expect to face common challenges in their school day in a supportive environment as well as lots of fun with same-aged peers! \n\n\n\nFor More Information: Contact groups@childforward.ca  
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/calgary-summer-camp-for-selective-mutism-ages-5-to-9/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230819T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230819T235959
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T224443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T224523Z
UID:10000213-1692403200-1692489599@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Social Skills Groups Fall 2023 Ages 4-17
DESCRIPTION:Confirm with us the specific dates and times. \n\n\n\nDates: Saturdays\, twice a month\, August – DecemberTime: Mornings \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 4-17 year olds struggling with social pragmatic language\, social problem solving\, selective mutism\, social anxiety or with making and keeping friends \n\n\n\nLocation: Phoenix\, Arizona \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nChildren will interact in structured play activities with peers of similar age and communication skills led by Dr. Alicia Goodman\, PhD\, NCSP who has years of training and experience working with socially anxious and SM children and teens\, and our team of trained counselors. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nContact Office Manager\, 602-428-2838\, admin@simplypsychservices.com \n\n\n\nLink to registration form: https://forms.gle/8yYRSg1sbaZ6ihjh8
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/social-skills-groups-fall-2023-ages-4-17-2/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T130000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T001714Z
UID:10000284-1692705600-1692709200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Parent Workshop: Starting Off Strong: Promoting School Success with Selective Mutism
DESCRIPTION:As a caregiver of a child with Selective Mutism\, ensuring a smooth back-to-school transition can be challenging. Our 5-week workshop is designed to equip you with crucial information and tools to make this transition as positive as possible. Our expert clinicians will cover key topics like how to promote speech with teachers\, access necessary school supports\, and create appropriate goals. We also provide Q&A time to ensure you feel confident in conquering the new school year. Join us and make the upcoming academic year a success for your child. \n\n\n\nNote: Sessions will be recorded if parents cannot attend. \n\n\n\nWhere: Virtual Meeting. Zoom link will be sent out prior to the start of the group \n\n\n\nWhen: July 25\, August 1\, August 8\, August 15\, and August 22 from 12:00-1:00 PM \n\n\n\nWho: Parents of children with Selective Mutism \n\n\n\nCosts: $250 for the entire group \n\n\n\nRegister by clicking here! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email kreed@thrivingminds.info
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-parent-workshop-starting-off-strong-promoting-school-success-with-selective-mutism/2023-08-22/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T180000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T230022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T230024Z
UID:10000225-1692723600-1692727200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Group for Social Anxiety/SM Ongoing
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays or Wednesdays (ongoing) \n\n\n\nTime: 5pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: Teens ages 13-18 \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nThis is a CBT and exposure based group. Teens will learn about anxiety and develop coping tools as well as do exposures to face their anxiety head-on. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nContact kgibson@childtherapysrq.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-teen-group-for-social-anxiety-sm-ongoing/2023-08-22/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T183000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T231040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T231042Z
UID:10000243-1692725400-1692729000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Older Child SM Group Ongoing Ages 9 to 12
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays (ongoing)Times: 5:30-6:30pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 9-12-year-olds from NY\, DE\, VA\, and CT \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur group intervention at Kurtz Psychology incorporates evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers. Children will have an opportunity to meet other children with similar difficulties and participate in weekly lessons simulating a classroom. Over the course of the group\, each child will provide one presentation to the group. Registration is open to all families\, new and current! \n\n\n\nAreas of focus: Responding to and asking questions\, interacting with peers\, participating in a classroom\, presenting to a group\, etc. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for additional information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/groups/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-older-child-sm-group-ongoing-ages-9-to-12/2023-08-22/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T190000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T231252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T231255Z
UID:10000263-1692727200-1692730800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Adolescent and Teen SM Group Ongoing Ages 13 to 16
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays (ongoing)Times: 6-7 pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 13-16-year-olds in NY\, CT\, DE\, or VA \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur group intervention at Kurtz Psychology incorporates evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers within a virtual format. Children will have an opportunity to meet other children with similar difficulties and participate in weekly lessons simulating an online classroom. Over the course of the group\, each child will provide one presentation to the group. Registration is open to all families\, new and current! \n\n\n\nAreas of focus: Responding to and asking questions\, interacting virtually with peers\, participating in a virtual classroom\, presenting to a group\, etc. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for additional information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/groups/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-adolescent-and-teen-sm-group-ongoing-ages-13-to-16/2023-08-22/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T210000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230629T163932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T163934Z
UID:10000204-1692820800-1692824400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:SMA Virtual Parent Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Selective Mutism Association \n\n\n\nHosted by parents\, for parents!This meeting is open exclusively to SMA members at no cost. \n\n\n\nTo register\, click below: \n\n\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZElf-uhpz4pHNGZ2ocQRLSd6f8wdWskbwSk \n\n\n\nDescription: \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\nMembership status will be verified before registration is confirmed. Please contact Kristin Leos at kleos@selectivemutism.org with any questions. \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. The SMA Parent Support Group Meeting is only available in the English language.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/sma-virtual-parent-support-group-meeting-10/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T180000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T230022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T230024Z
UID:10000226-1693328400-1693332000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Group for Social Anxiety/SM Ongoing
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays or Wednesdays (ongoing) \n\n\n\nTime: 5pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: Teens ages 13-18 \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nThis is a CBT and exposure based group. Teens will learn about anxiety and develop coping tools as well as do exposures to face their anxiety head-on. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nContact kgibson@childtherapysrq.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-teen-group-for-social-anxiety-sm-ongoing/2023-08-29/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T183000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T231040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T231042Z
UID:10000244-1693330200-1693333800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Older Child SM Group Ongoing Ages 9 to 12
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays (ongoing)Times: 5:30-6:30pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 9-12-year-olds from NY\, DE\, VA\, and CT \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur group intervention at Kurtz Psychology incorporates evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers. Children will have an opportunity to meet other children with similar difficulties and participate in weekly lessons simulating a classroom. Over the course of the group\, each child will provide one presentation to the group. Registration is open to all families\, new and current! \n\n\n\nAreas of focus: Responding to and asking questions\, interacting with peers\, participating in a classroom\, presenting to a group\, etc. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for additional information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/groups/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-older-child-sm-group-ongoing-ages-9-to-12/2023-08-29/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T190000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T231252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T231255Z
UID:10000264-1693332000-1693335600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Adolescent and Teen SM Group Ongoing Ages 13 to 16
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays (ongoing)Times: 6-7 pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 13-16-year-olds in NY\, CT\, DE\, or VA \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur group intervention at Kurtz Psychology incorporates evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers within a virtual format. Children will have an opportunity to meet other children with similar difficulties and participate in weekly lessons simulating an online classroom. Over the course of the group\, each child will provide one presentation to the group. Registration is open to all families\, new and current! \n\n\n\nAreas of focus: Responding to and asking questions\, interacting virtually with peers\, participating in a virtual classroom\, presenting to a group\, etc. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for additional information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/groups/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-adolescent-and-teen-sm-group-ongoing-ages-13-to-16/2023-08-29/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230902T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230902T235959
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T224703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T224748Z
UID:10000214-1693612800-1693699199@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Social Skills Groups Fall 2023 Ages 4-17
DESCRIPTION:Confirm with us the specific dates and times. \n\n\n\nDates: Saturdays\, twice a month\, August – DecemberTime: Mornings \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 4-17 year olds struggling with social pragmatic language\, social problem solving\, selective mutism\, social anxiety or with making and keeping friends \n\n\n\nLocation: Phoenix\, Arizona \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nChildren will interact in structured play activities with peers of similar age and communication skills led by Dr. Alicia Goodman\, PhD\, NCSP who has years of training and experience working with socially anxious and SM children and teens\, and our team of trained counselors. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nContact Office Manager\, 602-428-2838\, admin@simplypsychservices.com \n\n\n\nLink to registration form: https://forms.gle/8yYRSg1sbaZ6ihjh8
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/social-skills-groups-fall-2023-ages-4-17-3/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T180000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T230022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T230024Z
UID:10000227-1693933200-1693936800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Group for Social Anxiety/SM Ongoing
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays or Wednesdays (ongoing) \n\n\n\nTime: 5pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: Teens ages 13-18 \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nThis is a CBT and exposure based group. Teens will learn about anxiety and develop coping tools as well as do exposures to face their anxiety head-on. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nContact kgibson@childtherapysrq.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-teen-group-for-social-anxiety-sm-ongoing/2023-09-05/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T183000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T231040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T231042Z
UID:10000245-1693935000-1693938600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Older Child SM Group Ongoing Ages 9 to 12
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays (ongoing)Times: 5:30-6:30pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 9-12-year-olds from NY\, DE\, VA\, and CT \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur group intervention at Kurtz Psychology incorporates evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers. Children will have an opportunity to meet other children with similar difficulties and participate in weekly lessons simulating a classroom. Over the course of the group\, each child will provide one presentation to the group. Registration is open to all families\, new and current! \n\n\n\nAreas of focus: Responding to and asking questions\, interacting with peers\, participating in a classroom\, presenting to a group\, etc. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for additional information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/groups/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-older-child-sm-group-ongoing-ages-9-to-12/2023-09-05/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T190000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T231252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T231255Z
UID:10000265-1693936800-1693940400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Adolescent and Teen SM Group Ongoing Ages 13 to 16
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays (ongoing)Times: 6-7 pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: 13-16-year-olds in NY\, CT\, DE\, or VA \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur group intervention at Kurtz Psychology incorporates evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers within a virtual format. Children will have an opportunity to meet other children with similar difficulties and participate in weekly lessons simulating an online classroom. Over the course of the group\, each child will provide one presentation to the group. Registration is open to all families\, new and current! \n\n\n\nAreas of focus: Responding to and asking questions\, interacting virtually with peers\, participating in a virtual classroom\, presenting to a group\, etc. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nPlease see our website for additional information: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/selective-mutism/groups/
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-adolescent-and-teen-sm-group-ongoing-ages-13-to-16/2023-09-05/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T180000
DTSTAMP:20260802T223249
CREATED:20230726T230022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T230024Z
UID:10000228-1694538000-1694541600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Group for Social Anxiety/SM Ongoing
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Tuesdays or Wednesdays (ongoing) \n\n\n\nTime: 5pm EST \n\n\n\nTarget Audience: Teens ages 13-18 \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nThis is a CBT and exposure based group. Teens will learn about anxiety and develop coping tools as well as do exposures to face their anxiety head-on. \n\n\n\nFor More Information: \n\n\n\nContact kgibson@childtherapysrq.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-teen-group-for-social-anxiety-sm-ongoing/2023-09-12/
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