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SUMMARY:Social Skills Groups
DESCRIPTION:During our 50-minute in person group sessions\, the following will be covered for pre-K-early elementary: listen and follow directions\, ask and use names\, greet friends\, share and give turns\, ask friends to play\, join ongoing games\, keep cool during play\, be a good sport\, transition to new play activities\, ask and give help\, use good volume control\, maintain personal boundaries.  \n\n\n\nFor our tween and teens (MS & HS) we will cover: how to use appropriate conversation skills\, find common interests by trading information\, appropriate use of humor\, enter and exit conversations between peers\, handle rejection\, teasing\, and bullying\, handle rumors and gossip\, be a good host/friends during get-togethers\, make phone calls to friends\, choose appropriate friends\, be a good sport\, handle arguments and disagreements\, change a bad reputation (for middle and high school groups). Each group will meet for a total of 10 sessions.  A screening appointment is required for new participants. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to register for a screening:Call Simply Psychology\, LLC on 602-428-2838
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/social-skills-groups/
LOCATION:Simply Psychology\, 2930 E Northern Ave A-105\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Online Group SPACE Treatment for Parents of Anxious Kids
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \n\n\n\nSPACE is an expedition -into your own parenting behavior- to help your anxious child!  SPACE is a treatment program for parents developed by Dr. Eli Lebowitz from the Yale Child Study Center and stands for Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions.  It is focused on the only thing you have control over with your child’s anxiety\, YOUR behavior. Focused on shifting parental responses to anxious childhood emotions has proven to be very effective in treating your child’s anxiety!   \n\n\n\nMore information can be found on this effective program at www.spacetreatment.net. Research shows us that the SPACE treatment protocol is just AS effective as individual cognitive behavioral therapy in treating anxious childhood emotions in children of all ages.If your child struggles with obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors\, general anxiety\, separation anxiety\, selective mutism\, social anxiety\, this SPACE group can help! \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information and to see if SPACE Treatment is right for you:Call Simply Psychology\, LLC on 602-428-2838
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/group-space-treatment-for-parents-of-anxious-kids/
LOCATION:Simply Psychology\, 2930 E Northern Ave A-105\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85028\, United States
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SUMMARY:Online or In-Person Selective Mutism Groups – Call for Dates
DESCRIPTION:WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE WILL BE OFFERING ONLINE SELECTIVE MUTISM GROUPS! \n\n\n\nWeekly online sessions will provide needed continued services for individuals with Selective Mutism (SM) that have difficulties speaking in certain settings. Groups will offer interactive\, engaging activities to promote speaking in a new environment and with new individuals\, and they will be led by one of our SM-trained clinicians. \n\n\n\n*Dates and group assignment can be flexible depending on each child and family’s individual needs. \n\n\n\nCall 951-396-5701 for more information \n\n\n\nPinnacle Counseling and Testing CenterClarissa (Clare) Gosney\, PsyD
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-or-in-person-selective-mutism-groups-call-for-dates-4/
LOCATION:Pinnacle Counseling and Testing Center\, 41197 Golden Gate Cir Suite 206\, Murrieta\, CA\, CA\, 92562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Voices Rising Group Based Intensive Treatment for Selective Mutism for Children 3-10
DESCRIPTION:Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants will be running a 1 day\, Voices Rising session for children with SM on Sunday\, December 19th\, from 9AM-2PM. This in person event will be at our offices in White Plains\, NY and is appropriate for children ages 3-10. The winter-themed day will include ample opportunities for brave talking to adults\, peers and across a variety of fun and engaging exposures. Parent training will be virtual.  \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more details\, contact 914-385-1050\, extension 1
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/voices-rising-dec-19/
LOCATION:Cognitive Behavioral Consultants\, 1 North Broadway\, White Plains\, NY\, NY\, 10601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Online or In-Person Selective Mutism Groups – Call for Dates
DESCRIPTION:WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE WILL BE OFFERING ONLINE SELECTIVE MUTISM GROUPS!  \n\n\n\nWeekly online sessions will provide needed continued services for individuals with Selective Mutism (SM) that have difficulties speaking in certain settings. Groups will offer interactive\, engaging activities to promote speaking in a new environment and with new individuals\, and they will be led by one of our SM-trained clinicians. \n\n\n\n*Dates and group assignment can be flexible depending on each child and family’s individual needs. \n\n\n\nCall 951-396-5701 for more information \n\n\n\nPinnacle Counseling and Testing CenterClarissa (Clare) Gosney\, PsyD
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-or-in-person-selective-mutism-groups-call-for-dates-3/
LOCATION:Pinnacle Counseling and Testing Center\, 41197 Golden Gate Cir Suite 206\, Murrieta\, CA\, CA\, 92562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:De-Stressing the Season: Tips and Strategies for Navigating Bravery During the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Free – Live Webinar with Q & A! \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Rachel Busman\, PsyD\, ABPP \n\n\n\nThis webinar is geared toward parents and caretakers. \n\n\n\n\n\nDescription: The holiday season often includes gatherings with family or friends and can be a time of togetherness and excitement. Winter concerts\, taking pictures and exchanging gifts often are a part of this time too. When anxiety is in the mix\, and especially selective mutism\, there are additional layers of stress for the child and also the caregiver.Join Dr. Rachel Busman and her colleagues from Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants as they discuss specific ways that caregivers can enter the holiday season with a plan for themselves and their child related to brave talking. They will discuss ways to individualize expectations as all children are different and need different things. They will also answer questions during this live webinar. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Rachel Busman\, PsyD\, ABPP \n\n\n\nDr. Rachel Busman is a clinical psychologist specializing in the evaluation and treatment of anxiety and mood disorders in children and adolescents. She is the Senior Director of the Child & Adolescent Anxiety & Related Disorders Program at Cognitive Behavioral Consultants (CBC)\, where she runs Voices Rising\, an intensive group based program for children with SM. Prior to joining CBC\, she ran Brave Buddies\, an internationally recognized SM program at the Child Mind Institute. She has extensive experience providing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to children\, teenagers\, and young adults struggling with psychiatric disorders\, school difficulties\, and behavioral problems. Dr. Busman is certified in Parent Child Interaction Therapy for SM (PCIT-SM) and is an interagency trainer. She is the past president of the SMA and continues to actively serve on the board. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is brought to you by the Selective Mutism Association and was made possible by a generous grant from the Gordon and Marilyn Macklin Foundation\, Inc.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/de-stressing-the-season-tips-and-strategies-for-navigating-bravery-during-the-holidays/
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SUMMARY:Selective Mutism Kiddos Group Ages 3 to 7
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kurtz Psychology Consulting\, 57 West 57th Street\, Suite 1007\, NY\, NY 10019 \n\n\n\nAges/audience: 3 through 7-year-olds with selective mutism and/or social anxiety \n\n\n\nDescription: Our group interventions at Kurtz Psychology incorporate evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers. Each week we will practice taking attendance\, reviewing the date & weather\, and participating in an activity. Each child’s individual goals will gradually increase in difficulty each week that they participate\, working up to practicing group presentations (e.g.\, Show & Tell). Registration is open to all families\, new or current. \n\n\n\nContact: smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/selective-mutism-kiddos-group-ages-3-to-7-6/
LOCATION:Kurtz Psychology\, 57 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steven Kurtz":MAILTO:smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
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SUMMARY:Online Selective Mutism Kiddos Group Ages 4 to 7
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \n\n\n\nAges/audience: 4 through 7-year-olds with selective mutism and/or social anxiety \n\n\n\nDescription: Our group interventions at Kurtz Psychology incorporate evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers in a virtual setting. Each week we will practice taking attendance\, reviewing the date & weather\, and participating in an activity. Each child’s individual goals will gradually increase in difficulty each week that they participate\, working up to practicing group presentations (e.g.\, Show & Tell). Registration is open to all families\, new or current. \n\n\n\nContact: smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-selective-mutism-kiddos-group-ages-4-to-7-4/
LOCATION:Kurtz Psychology\, 57 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Selective Mutism Kiddos Group Ages 3 to 7
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kurtz Psychology Consulting\, 57 West 57th Street\, Suite 1007\, NY\, NY 10019 \n\n\n\nAges/audience: 3 through 7-year-olds with selective mutism and/or social anxiety \n\n\n\nDescription: Our group interventions at Kurtz Psychology incorporate evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers. Each week we will practice taking attendance\, reviewing the date & weather\, and participating in an activity. Each child’s individual goals will gradually increase in difficulty each week that they participate\, working up to practicing group presentations (e.g.\, Show & Tell). Registration is open to all families\, new or current. \n\n\n\nContact: smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/selective-mutism-kiddos-group-ages-3-to-7-5/
LOCATION:Kurtz Psychology\, 57 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Online Selective Mutism Training Institute
DESCRIPTION:Program Overview\n\n\n\nThe Selective Mutism Training Institute (SMTI) is an in-depth 2-day training course for professionals working with children diagnosed with selective mutism (SM). The workshop is intensive\, and skills-based with the goal of increasing competence in providing empirically-supported treatment of SM to professionals with beginner and intermediate exposure and skills in assessing and treating SM. We maintain a high instructor to participant ratio to ensure adequate time for modeling and video role-play of the skills. \n\n\n\nThis is a unique opportunity for mental health professionals\, speech-language professionals and graduate-level trainees to learn cutting-edge\, innovative techniques to effectively treat children with SM. Small group\, video consultation with the course instructors following the 2-day training is included in the cost\, allowing participants to further apply the skills in their own unique clinical settings. \n\n\n\nThe workshop starts with providing a framework for understanding the etiology of SM\, highlighting the role of nature\, nurture\, temperament\, and developmental differences in the onset and maintenance of SM\, social anxiety\, and other common comorbidities. Strategies for behavioral\, developmental\, and language assessment will be reviewed\, including how to conduct observations of children with SM. Evidence-based interventions will be covered in depth\, including behavioral strategies such as stimulus fading\, shaping\, positive reinforcement\, and parent education/coaching. State-of-the-science interventions\, such as intensive treatments\, group-based interventions\, and school consultation will also be taught. Speech and language conceptualization\, assessment\, and interventions will also be reviewed. \n\n\n\n\n\nProgram Objectives\n\n\n\nAfter this course\, participants will be able to describe etiologies related to selective mutism and appropriate timing for medication consultation.After this course\, participants will be able to describe effective assessment measures and procedures in the evaluation of children with selective mutism.After this course\, participants will be able to list levels of communication from nonvocal to spontaneous vocalization in treating children with selective mutism.After this course\, participants will be able to state empirically-supported behavioral and cognitive treatment including self-modeling\, and PCIT-SM (Parent-Child Interaction Therapy for Selective Mutism) techniques for selective mutism in school\, home\, and public (social) settings.\n\n\n\n\n\nAudience\n\n\n\nParticipants must be either independently licensed or certified\, or matriculating in a supervised graduate program in clinical psychology\, school psychology\, counseling\, social work\, applied behavior analysis\, or speech-language pathology (Mental Health Professionals: Psychologists\, LMHC\, LMFT\, LCSW; Medical/Healthcare Professional; Education Professionals). Other participants will be considered on a case-by-case basis and are encouraged to email info@selectivemutism.org with their particulars to discuss if this training is appropriate. \n\n\n\nPrior experience: The SMTI course is primarily intended for those with beginner and intermediate exposure to work with SM. \n\n\n\n\n\nContinuing Education\n\n\n\nThis course is in the process for approval for continuing education. Please check back to this website for updates. \n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter Information\n\n\n\nJami Furr\, Ph.D.\n\n\n\nJami Furr\, Ph.D. is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Senior Psychologist in the Mental Health Interventions and Technology (MINT) Program\, and the Selective Mutism Program at the Center for Children and Families at Florida International University (FIU). Dr. Furr has extensive expertise in cognitive-behavioral treatments of childhood anxiety and disruptive behavior disorders\, with a focus on preschool mental health and intensive group treatment programs for children with selective mutism – directing the first randomized clinical trial of the intensive group behavioral treatment for selective mutism in young children. Dr. Furr received her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Temple University. Dr. Furr completed her clinical psychology internship at the NYU-Bellevue Clinical Psychology Internship Program and the NYU Child Study Center\, after which she completed an NIH-funded Postdoctoral Fellowship in Child Psychiatry at the NYU Child Study Center. \n\n\n\nAileen Herrera\, M.S.\, RMCI\n\n\n\nAileen Herrera\, M.S.\, LMHC\, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and the Clinical Director of the Mental Health Interventions and Technology (MINT) Anxiety Program at the Center for Children and Families (CCF) at Florida International University. She has extensive clinical training in cognitive and behavioral treatments for children and adolescents\, with a special emphasis on selective mutism. She supervises student trainees and provides weekly and intensive treatment in English and Spanish for children and teens with anxiety and directs specialty programs for youth with selective mutism. She also serves on the Board of Directors of the Selective Mutism Association. \n\n\n\nEmily Doll\, M.A.\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP\n\n\n\nEmily Doll is a licensed speech-language pathologist who currently works in an elementary school in Eastern PA. Her caseload includes students in grades K-5 with a variety of social\, emotional\, cognitive\, and academic needs\, including students with selective mutism. Emily also participates as a counselor at the Child Mind Institute’s Brave Buddies programs for children with selective mutism. \n\n\n\nPrior to working as a speech pathologist\, Emily taught preschool for 10 years and worked one-on-one with a student with selective mutism in this setting. Emily received her M.A. in Applied Developmental Psychology with a focus on Language Acquisition from George Mason University and her M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from East Stroudsburg University. \n\n\n\nShe continues to conduct and collaborate in research within the speech pathology field through East Stroudsburg University\, where she also serves as a guest lecturer for graduate and undergraduate classes. Her professional interests are in helping children with anxiety and communication needs find the tools to communicate effectively and efficiently with those around them. \n\n\n\n\n\nRefund/Cancellation Policy\n\n\n\nAny cancellations made prior to October 10\, 2021 will receive a full refund less a $35 processing fee. No refunds will be given after October 15\, 2021.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-selective-mutism-training-institute/
LOCATION:Fully Virtual
CATEGORIES:Featured,Public Events
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SUMMARY:Online Selective Mutism Kiddos Group Ages 4 to 7
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \n\n\n\nAges/audience: 4 through 7-year-olds with selective mutism and/or social anxiety \n\n\n\nDescription: Our group interventions at Kurtz Psychology incorporate evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers in a virtual setting. Each week we will practice taking attendance\, reviewing the date & weather\, and participating in an activity. Each child’s individual goals will gradually increase in difficulty each week that they participate\, working up to practicing group presentations (e.g.\, Show & Tell). Registration is open to all families\, new or current. \n\n\n\nContact: smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-selective-mutism-kiddos-group-ages-4-to-7-3/
LOCATION:Kurtz Psychology\, 57 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Recorded Access to the Online Selective Mutism Association Annual Conference 2021
DESCRIPTION:We had many requests for continued access and registration to our virtual annual conference which was held October 2021 and we are excited to now be able to offer recording only access! Register now for instant access to watch all recorded sessions from the professional\, caregiver and individuals with SM track. The Keynote Address\, Hear Our Voices panel (journey of people who have recovered from selective mutism)\, and Expert Q&A sessions are also available. Recorded sessions will be available until December 31\, 2021. Please note that continuing education will not be available for these recorded sessions. View the registration link for all titles and descriptions of all talks. \n\n\n\n\n\nKeynote Address\n\n\n\nThe long and winding path to emerging adulthood\, Anne Marie Albano\, Ph.D. \n\n\n\nRaising children is not necessarily easy\, just ask any parent. From scraped knees to peer conflicts to the angst of college admissions\, parents are ready to manage their children’s occasional fears and tears. These occasional\, common\, and relatively benign bumps in the road are typically overshadowed by the joys\, successes\, fun\, and friendships that naturally develop over time. Yet\, for parents of children challenged by excessive anxiety or other mental and behavioral health concerns\, much more time is spent navigating\, arranging\, fixing\, and comforting the child as parents work constantly to clear a path for their child. Parenting\, however\, occurs over a substrate of development\, where the child’s independent interactions with the environment shape to refine skills and cognitive-emotional abilities that propel the child towards greater independence and self-confidence. For youth with anxiety and related disorders\, everyday tasks can feel insurmountable and result in ever more parental involvement. While CBT and medication are effective treatments for anxiety in youth (Walkup\, et al.\, 2008)\, long-term gains through the transition to adulthood are not maintained for nearly half of effectively treated youth (Ginsburg et al.\, 2014). Traditionally\, families have been of secondary focus or minimally involved in CBT\, with developmental milestones and age-appropriate functioning also not a primary target of treatment. The unique features of the environments and situations experienced by youth calls for specific attention of therapists to assist youth and their caretakers to understanding and meet the tasks of development as well as address anxiety and other mental health conditions. Central to treatment is for youth to take on the challenges of anxiety and daily living with appropriate parental guidance and support. Dr. Albano will discuss a model integrating the core components of effective CBT for anxiety in youth with novel components designed to address patient-caretaker dependency\, role transitions\, and attainment of behaviors necessary for greater independent functioning within the contexts that are unique to the child’s age. \n\n\n\nBiography\n\n\n\nAnne Marie Albano is Professor of Medical Psychology in Psychiatry at Columbia University and Founder of the Columbia University Clinic for Anxiety and Related Disorders and Clinical Site Director of New York Presbyterian Hospital’s Youth Anxiety Center\, and Executive Director of Modern Minds of Charleston\, SC. She received her Ph.D. from the University of Mississippi. Dr. Albano is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association\, Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT)\, Founding Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy\, a Beck Institute Scholar\, and is Board Certified in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology. She is the recipient of the 2015 ABCT Award for Outstanding Contributions by an Individual for Clinical Activities. Dr. Albano is a past President of the Society for Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology of the American Psychological Association and also past-president of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT). She is past editor of Cognitive and Behavioral Practice and Associate Editor of the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology. Dr. Albano was the inaugural editor of the journal “Evidence-Based Practice in Child and Adolescent Mental Health” published by the Society for Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology. She has published more than 200 articles and chapters and is the co-author of several cognitive behavioral treatment manuals and of the Anxiety Disorders Interview Schedule for DSM-5\, Child and Parent Version\, all published by Oxford University Press. Dr. Albano served as a Principal Investigator of a 6-site\, National Institute of Mental Health-sponsored study entitled “Child/Adolescent Anxiety Multimodal Treatment Study” (CAMS) and the Extended Long Term Follow Up of CAMS (CAMELS) and also was a PI for the Treatments for Adolescents with Depression Study (TADS). Both trials examined the relative efficacy of CBT\, medication\, combination treatment\, and pill placebo in youth. Her book with Leslie Pepper\, You and Your Anxious Child: Free Your Child from Fears and Worries and Create a Joyful Family Life\, was a 2014 ABCT Self-Help Book Award winner and 2014 Self-Help Book Award winner from the American Society of Journalists and Authors. In 2015\, a new ABCT award was established in Dr. Albano’s name by a family to encourage the proliferation of evidence-based treatment\, the Anne Marie Albano Early Career Award for Excellence in the Integration of Science and Practice. \n\n\n\nEmail conference inquires to Lisa Kovac at info@selectivemutism.org
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/recorded-access-to-the-online-selective-mutism-association-annual-conference-2021/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211101T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211101T180000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210923T141244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T191002Z
UID:10000111-1635786000-1635789600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Selective Mutism Kiddos Group Ages 3 to 7
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kurtz Psychology Consulting\, 57 West 57th Street\, Suite 1007\, NY\, NY 10019 \n\n\n\nAges/audience: 3 through 7-year-olds with selective mutism and/or social anxiety \n\n\n\nDescription: Our group interventions at Kurtz Psychology incorporate evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers. Each week we will practice taking attendance\, reviewing the date & weather\, and participating in an activity. Each child’s individual goals will gradually increase in difficulty each week that they participate\, working up to practicing group presentations (e.g.\, Show & Tell). Registration is open to all families\, new or current. \n\n\n\nContact: smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/selective-mutism-kiddos-group-ages-3-to-7-4/
LOCATION:Kurtz Psychology\, 57 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steven Kurtz":MAILTO:smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211030T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210824T180318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T191544Z
UID:10000097-1635580800-1635613200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Online or In-Person Selective Mutism Groups – Call for Dates
DESCRIPTION:WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE WILL BE OFFERING ONLINE SELECTIVE MUTISM GROUPS! \n\n\n\nWeekly online sessions will provide needed continued services for individuals with Selective Mutism (SM) that have difficulties speaking in certain settings. Groups will offer interactive\, engaging activities to promote speaking in a new environment and with new individuals\, and they will be led by one of our SM-trained clinicians. \n\n\n\n*Dates and group assignment can be flexible depending on each child and family’s individual needs. \n\n\n\nCall 951-396-5701 for more information \n\n\n\nPinnacle Counseling and Testing CenterClarissa (Clare) Gosney\, PsyD
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-or-in-person-selective-mutism-groups-call-for-dates-2/
LOCATION:Pinnacle Counseling and Testing Center\, 41197 Golden Gate Cir Suite 206\, Murrieta\, CA\, CA\, 92562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211029T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211029T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210923T141102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T190512Z
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SUMMARY:Online Selective Mutism Kiddos Group Ages 4 to 7
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \n\n\n\nAges/audience: 4 through 7-year-olds with selective mutism and/or social anxiety \n\n\n\nDescription: Our group interventions at Kurtz Psychology incorporate evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers in a virtual setting. Each week we will practice taking attendance\, reviewing the date & weather\, and participating in an activity. Each child’s individual goals will gradually increase in difficulty each week that they participate\, working up to practicing group presentations (e.g.\, Show & Tell). Registration is open to all families\, new or current. \n\n\n\nContact: smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-selective-mutism-kiddos-group-ages-4-to-7-2/
LOCATION:Kurtz Psychology\, 57 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steven Kurtz":MAILTO:smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211025T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211025T180000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210923T140928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T190304Z
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SUMMARY:Selective Mutism Kiddos Group Ages 3 to 7
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kurtz Psychology Consulting\, 57 West 57th Street\, Suite 1007\, NY\, NY 10019 \n\n\n\nAges/audience: 3 through 7-year-olds with selective mutism and/or social anxiety \n\n\n\nDescription: Our group interventions at Kurtz Psychology incorporate evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers. Each week we will practice taking attendance\, reviewing the date & weather\, and participating in an activity. Each child’s individual goals will gradually increase in difficulty each week that they participate\, working up to practicing group presentations (e.g.\, Show & Tell). Registration is open to all families\, new or current. \n\n\n\nContact: smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/selective-mutism-kiddos-group-ages-3-to-7-3/
LOCATION:Kurtz Psychology\, 57 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Steven Kurtz":MAILTO:smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211022T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210923T140756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T185451Z
UID:10000108-1634918400-1634922000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Online Selective Mutism Kiddos Group Ages 4 to 7
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \n\n\n\nAges/audience: 4 through 7-year-olds with selective mutism and/or social anxiety \n\n\n\nDescription: Our group interventions at Kurtz Psychology incorporate evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers in a virtual setting. Each week we will practice taking attendance\, reviewing the date & weather\, and participating in an activity. Each child’s individual goals will gradually increase in difficulty each week that they participate\, working up to practicing group presentations (e.g.\, Show & Tell). Registration is open to all families\, new or current. \n\n\n\nContact: smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-selective-mutism-kiddos-group-ages-4-to-7/
LOCATION:Kurtz Psychology\, 57 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steven Kurtz":MAILTO:smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210923T140509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T185356Z
UID:10000107-1634893200-1634918400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Webinar Unlocking the Mystery of Selective Mutism Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The abilities to communicate needs\, socialize\, work in groups\, and make friends are desperately needed to succeed in elementary school and beyond. Children with untreated selective mutism are at an increased risk for self-esteem issues\, depression\, school failure\, social skill problems\, and school refusal. Early and evidence-based therapeutic intervention is of the upmost importance to decrease anxiety and increase communication in children with selective mutism. Aimee Kotrba\, Ph.D.\, uses interactive discussions and humor through stories and anecdotes to describe the process of treatment and her years of experience working with children with selective mutism. Professionals\, school personnel\, and parents will discover useful ways to intervene with even the most difficult cases. Leave not only with a specific\, successful treatment plan for your individual cases but also with the knowledge to teach others in your workplace or community about selective mutism. CEs are available.  \n\n\n\nRegister at link below. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/unlocking-the-mystery-of-selective-mutism-workshop-and-webinar-tickets-157853713707
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/webinar-unlocking-the-mystery-of-selective-mutism-workshop/
LOCATION:Wyndham Gardens Ann Arbor\, 2900 Jackson Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thriving Minds":MAILTO:admin@thrivingminds.info
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211011T140000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210824T173813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T191513Z
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SUMMARY:Voices Rising Group Based Intensive Treatment for Selective Mutism for Children 3-10
DESCRIPTION:Cognitive Behavioral Consultants is offering in person and virtual SM programming for the fall\, including weekly SM groups in person. Led by Dr. Rachel Busman\, the SM program incorporates PCIT-SM. There will be a 1 day session of Voices Rising (group based intensive treatment for SM) on Monday\, October 11\, for children 3-10 with SM. This session will be in person and will run from 9AM-2PM \n\n\n\nContact Dr Rachel Busman rbusman@cbc-psychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/voices-rising-group-based-intensive-treatment-for-selective-mutism-for-children-3-10/
LOCATION:Cognitive Behavioral Consultants\, 1 North Broadway\, White Plains\, NY\, NY\, 10601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210824T172726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T202724Z
UID:10000095-1633680000-1633971600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:CommuniCamp™ Intensive Group Treatment & Parent Training and Support Program
DESCRIPTION:SMA’s Founder and Director Emeritus\, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and her team\, uses her evidence-based treatment approach\, Social Communication Anxiety Treatment® (S-CAT®)\, at the SMart Center’s CommuniCamp™ 3+ day Intensive Group Treatment and Parent Training Program to help children\, tweens\, and teens ages 3-17 with Selective Mutism\, social anxiety\, and extreme shyness. \n\n\n\nBased on 20+ years of clinical experience treating Selective Mutism as a social communication anxiety that is MORE than just not speaking\, we will help your child\, tween\, or teen build the social communication skills necessary for school\, the real world\, and at home. In addition to intensive parent management/training\, S-CAT® integrates components of behavioral-therapy\, Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)\, and an insight-oriented approach to increase social communication and promote social confidence. \n\n\n\nThe CommuniCamp™ mission is two-fold: 1) Intensive Group Treatment and 2) Parent Education\, Training\, and Support. \n\n\n\nProfessionally trained counselors\, under the direction and supervision of our lead clinicians\, work directly with children/teens in a local school on social comfort and confidence to facilitate learning and exposure using evidenced-based social communication strategies. \n\n\n\nWhile your child is in treatment within a real classroom school\, we educate\, train\, role-play\, answer your questions\, and lead breakout support sessions so you (the parents and family members) can ask questions\, share stories\, receive support\, and feel confident implementing the goals and strategies you and your child learned at camp as soon as you get home. \n\n\n\nOne parent shared of the full-day training sessions\, “I am grateful beyond words for CommuniCamp™ and now being a part of this family\, I feel hopeful and inspired by this experience with everyone involved in this process!” \n\n\n\nTo learn more about the enrollment process\, go to www.CommuniCamp.org.Fill out the CommuniCamp interest Form.  \n\n\n\nCommuniCamp@SelectiveMutismCenter.org215-887-5748
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/live-webinar-selective-mutism-in-the-schools-resources-for-supporting-intervention-and-collaboration-2/
LOCATION:Meadowbrook School in Greater Philadelphia\, PA Area\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211004T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211004T180000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210923T140057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T181352Z
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SUMMARY:Selective Mutism Kiddos Group Ages 3 to 7
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kurtz Psychology Consulting\, 57 West 57th Street\, Suite 1007\, NY\, NY 10019 \n\n\n\nAges/audience: 3 through 7-year-olds with selective mutism and/or social anxiety \n\n\n\nDescription: Our group interventions at Kurtz Psychology incorporate evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers. Each week we will practice taking attendance\, reviewing the date & weather\, and participating in an activity. Each child’s individual goals will gradually increase in difficulty each week that they participate\, working up to practicing group presentations (e.g.\, Show & Tell). Registration is open to all families\, new or current. \n\n\n\nContact: smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/selective-mutism-kiddos-group-ages-3-to-7-2/
LOCATION:Kurtz Psychology\, 57 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steven Kurtz":MAILTO:smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211002T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210824T171208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T122243Z
UID:10000094-1633161600-1633280400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Online Selective Mutism Association Annual Conference 2021
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Conference \n\n\n\nThe Selective Mutism Association is excited to announce that\, in the interest of public health\, our annual conference will be held this year in a fully-virtual format! The conference will be a one- and a half day conference and will be held on October 2 and 3\, 2021. We are excited that this virtual format will allow 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. We are also pleased to share that\, for the first time\, the SMA 2021 conference is planning a 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! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nDownload Agenda\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeynote Address\n\n\n\nThe long and winding path to emerging adulthood\, Anne Marie Albano\, Ph.D.\n\n\n\nRaising children is not necessarily easy\, just ask any parent. From scraped knees to peer conflicts to the angst of college admissions\, parents are ready to manage their children’s occasional fears and tears. These occasional\, common\, and relatively benign bumps in the road are typically overshadowed by the joys\, successes\, fun\, and friendships that naturally develop over time. Yet\, for parents of children challenged by excessive anxiety or other mental and behavioral health concerns\, much more time is spent navigating\, arranging\, fixing\, and comforting the child as parents work constantly to clear a path for their child. Parenting\, however\, occurs over a substrate of development\, where the child’s independent interactions with the environment shape to refine skills and cognitive-emotional abilities that propel the child towards greater independence and self-confidence. For youth with anxiety and related disorders\, everyday tasks can feel insurmountable and result in ever more parental involvement. While CBT and medication are effective treatments for anxiety in youth (Walkup\, et al.\, 2008)\, long-term gains through the transition to adulthood are not maintained for nearly half of effectively treated youth (Ginsburg et al.\, 2014). Traditionally\, families have been of secondary focus or minimally involved in CBT\, with developmental milestones and age-appropriate functioning also not a primary target of treatment. The unique features of the environments and situations experienced by youth calls for specific attention of therapists to assist youth and their caretakers to understanding and meet the tasks of development as well as address anxiety and other mental health conditions. Central to treatment is for youth to take on the challenges of anxiety and daily living with appropriate parental guidance and support. Dr. Albano will discuss a model integrating the core components of effective CBT for anxiety in youth with novel components designed to address patient-caretaker dependency\, role transitions\, and attainment of behaviors necessary for greater independent functioning within the contexts that are unique to the child’s age. \n\n\n\n\n\nBiography\n\n\n\nAnne Marie Albano is Professor of Medical Psychology in Psychiatry at Columbia University and Founder of the Columbia University Clinic for Anxiety and Related Disorders and Clinical Site Director of New York Presbyterian Hospital’s Youth Anxiety Center\, and Executive Director of Modern Minds of Charleston\, SC. She received her Ph.D. from the University of Mississippi. Dr. Albano is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association\, Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT)\, Founding Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy\, a Beck Institute Scholar\, and is Board Certified in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology. She is the recipient of the 2015 ABCT Award for Outstanding Contributions by an Individual for Clinical Activities. Dr. Albano is a past President of the Society for Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology of the American Psychological Association and also past-president of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT). She is past editor of Cognitive and Behavioral Practice and Associate Editor of the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology. Dr. Albano was the inaugural editor of the journal “Evidence-Based Practice in Child and Adolescent Mental Health” published by the Society for Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology. She has published more than 200 articles and chapters and is the co-author of several cognitive behavioral treatment manuals and of the Anxiety Disorders Interview Schedule for DSM-5\, Child and Parent Version\, all published by Oxford University Press. Dr. Albano served as a Principal Investigator of a 6-site\, National Institute of Mental Health-sponsored study entitled “Child/Adolescent Anxiety Multimodal Treatment Study” (CAMS) and the Extended Long Term Follow Up of CAMS (CAMELS) and also was a PI for the Treatments for Adolescents with Depression Study (TADS). Both trials examined the relative efficacy of CBT\, medication\, combination treatment\, and pill placebo in youth. Her book with Leslie Pepper\, You and Your Anxious Child: Free Your Child from Fears and Worries and Create a Joyful Family Life\, was a 2014 ABCT Self-Help Book Award winner and 2014 Self-Help Book Award winner from the American Society of Journalists and Authors. In 2015\, a new ABCT award was established in Dr. Albano’s name by a family to encourage the proliferation of evidence-based treatment\, the Anne Marie Albano Early Career Award for Excellence in the Integration of Science and Practice. \n\n\n\n\n\nDate and Location\n\n\n\nThe online live virtual conference will begin on Saturday\, October 2\, 2021 at 10:00am ET and conclude on Sunday\, October 3 by 5:00am ET.  \n\n\n\n\n\nConference Offers Professional\, Parent/Family\, 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\n\n\nContinuing Education\n\n\n\nPlease stay tuned for further information on Continuing Education updates. \n\n\n\n\n\nCanceled reservations will be accepted until September 15 and are subject to a $35.00 service fee. There are no refunds for canceled reservations after September 15. \n\n\n\nEmail conference inquires to Lisa Kovac at info@selectivemutism.org.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-selective-mutism-association-annual-conference-2021/
LOCATION:Online Conference
CATEGORIES:Featured,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211001T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T180818Z
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SUMMARY:Online Selective Mutism Kiddos Group
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \n\n\n\nAges/audience: 4 through 7-year-olds with selective mutism and/or social anxiety \n\n\n\nDescription: Our group interventions at Kurtz Psychology incorporate evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers in a virtual setting. Each week we will practice taking attendance\, reviewing the date & weather\, and participating in an activity. Each child’s individual goals will gradually increase in difficulty each week that they participate\, working up to practicing group presentations (e.g.\, Show & Tell). Registration is open to all families\, new or current. \n\n\n\nContact: smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-selective-mutism-kiddos-group-2/
LOCATION:Kurtz Psychology\, 57 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steven Kurtz":MAILTO:smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210923T135541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T181106Z
UID:10000104-1633075200-1633107600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Register Now for Intensive Camp Weeks in January and July
DESCRIPTION:Dates of Camps: January and July – registering now for both \n\n\n\nSimply Psychology is very excited to announce Our intensive 3-day camp which is staffed by trained clinicians\, and is aimed at helping your child feel more comfortable speaking to unfamiliar adults and peers AND with helping you learn and practice the skills you need to help your child be successful in uncomfortable situations. Kids/Teens will practice being brave with unfamiliar adults and students\, 1:1\, small group\, and large group. We will work through the communication bridge starting with easier tasks lower on the communication demand scale (like handover takeover\, etc.) and work our way up to level 3 (verbal) through fun interactive game play and real-world exposure role play and experiences. Parents and teachers will learn the science behind how anxiety impacts the brain and focus on learning and practicing skills such as CDI (PRIDE skills)\, VDI\, fading\, shaping\, and so much more!  \n\n\n\nLocation: Phoenix\, Arizona in person \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please see our website or call our office on 602-428-2838.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/register-now-for-intensive-camp-weeks-in-january-and-july/
LOCATION:Simply Psychology\, 2930 E Northern Ave A-105\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Simply Psychology":MAILTO:admin@simplypsychservices.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T164500
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210824T170127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T191442Z
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SUMMARY:Online or In-Person Selective Mutism Groups – Call for Dates
DESCRIPTION:WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE WILL BE OFFERING ONLINE SELECTIVE MUTISM GROUPS! \n\n\n\nWeekly online sessions will provide needed continued services for individuals with Selective Mutism (SM) that have difficulties speaking in certain settings. Groups will offer interactive\, engaging activities to promote speaking in a new environment and with new individuals\, and they will be led by one of our SM-trained clinicians. \n\n\n\n*Dates and group assignment can be flexible depending on each child and family’s individual needs. \n\n\n\nCall 951-396-5701 for more information \n\n\n\nPinnacle Counseling and Testing CenterClarissa (Clare) Gosney\, PsyD
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-or-in-person-selective-mutism-groups-call-for-dates/
LOCATION:Pinnacle Counseling and Testing Center\, 41197 Golden Gate Cir Suite 206\, Murrieta\, CA\, CA\, 92562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210927T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210927T180000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
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SUMMARY:Selective Mutism Kiddos Group Ages 3 to 7
DESCRIPTION:Location: Kurtz Psychology Consulting\, 57 West 57th Street\, Suite 1007\, NY\, NY 10019 \n\n\n\nAges/audience: 3 through 7-year-olds with selective mutism and/or social anxiety \n\n\n\nDescription: Our group interventions at Kurtz Psychology incorporate evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers. Each week we will practice taking attendance\, reviewing the date & weather\, and participating in an activity. Each child’s individual goals will gradually increase in difficulty each week that they participate\, working up to practicing group presentations (e.g.\, Show & Tell). Registration is open to all families\, new or current. \n\n\n\nContact: smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/selective-mutism-kiddos-group-ages-3-to-7/
LOCATION:Kurtz Psychology\, 57 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steven Kurtz":MAILTO:smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210924T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210923T134836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210923T134928Z
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SUMMARY:Online Selective Mutism Kiddos Group
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \n\n\n\nAges/audience: 4 through 7-year-olds with selective mutism and/or social anxiety \n\n\n\nDescription: Our group interventions at Kurtz Psychology incorporate evidence-based approaches with engaging and relevant activities to target your child’s increased verbalizations and interactions with adults and peers in a virtual setting. Each week we will practice taking attendance\, reviewing the date & weather\, and participating in an activity. Each child’s individual goals will gradually increase in difficulty each week that they participate\, working up to practicing group presentations (e.g.\, Show & Tell). Registration is open to all families\, new or current. \n\n\n\nContact: smgroup@kurtzpsychology.com
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-selective-mutism-kiddos-group/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T210000
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210824T164135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T141154Z
UID:10000092-1631649600-1631653200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Live Webinar Selective Mutism in the Schools: Resources for Supporting Intervention and Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:While the webinar will be geared toward educators and professionals working in school settings\, parents and treating providers may also find this information valuable in their collaboration work with schools. \n\n\n\nThe school setting is often one of the most significantly impacted locations for a child’s comfort speaking and is often the first place where selective mutism may be recognized. Research suggests that unaddressed and unsupported SM symptoms can lead to long-term impacts for a child across academic\, social\, and emotional functioning. Despite these impacts\, it can often be challenging for educators and professionals working in the school setting to know the best practices for supporting a child and making meaningful change through intervention. This webinar\, hosted by SMA Board Member and child psychologist Dr. Brittany Bice-Urbach\, will provide a) an overview of selective mutism symptoms and considerations for identifying SM in a school setting; b) practical treatment recommendations for addressing SM in a school setting; c) recommendations around collaboration across school team-members\, families\, and outside providers; and d) a highlight of the Selective Mutism Association Educator’s Toolkit which provides useful resources for educators and professionals in school settings. While the webinar will be geared toward educators and professionals working in school settings\, parents and treating providers may also find this information valuable in their collaboration work with schools. \n\n\n\nBrittany Bice-Urbach\, Ph.D.\n\n\n\nDr. Bice-Urbach is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Wisconsin and a clinical psychologist at the Child Development Center\, at the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin. She also has a clinical specialty in treating children and adolescents with anxiety disorders through cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with a primary focus on treating children with Selective Mutism. At the Child Development Center\, she has been offering assessment\, individual therapy\, and family/school consultation and training to support children with SM. She has participated in the Selective Mutism Training Institute and given several national presentations at the National Association for School Psychologists Annual Convention on the topic of addressing symptoms of SM in a school setting. She also has prioritized trainings for medical facilities and pediatricians on detecting symptoms of Selective Mutism and supporting children and families.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/live-webinar-selective-mutism-in-the-schools-resources-for-supporting-intervention-and-collaboration/
LOCATION:Live Webinar
CATEGORIES:Featured,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210901T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210901T154500
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210824T211820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T141214Z
UID:10000101-1630508400-1630511100@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Online or In-Person Selective Mutism Groups – Call for Dates
DESCRIPTION:WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE WILL BE OFFERING ONLINE SELECTIVE MUTISM GROUPS! \n\n\n\nWeekly online sessions will provide needed continued services for individuals with Selective Mutism (SM) that have difficulties speaking in certain settings. Groups will offer interactive\, engaging activities to promote speaking in a new environment and with new individuals\, and they will be led by one of our SM-trained clinicians. \n\n\n\n*Dates and group assignment can be flexible depending on each child and family’s individual needs. \n\n\n\nCall 951-396-5701 for more information \n\n\n\nPinnacle Counseling and Testing CenterClarissa (Clare) Gosney\, PsyD
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/online-or-in-person-selective-mutism-groups-call-for-dates-5/
LOCATION:Pinnacle Counseling and Testing Center\, 41197 Golden Gate Cir Suite 206\, Murrieta\, CA\, CA\, 92562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210830T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210830T164500
DTSTAMP:20260803T024340
CREATED:20210823T190953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T203839Z
UID:10000091-1630339200-1630341900@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Online or In-Person Selective Mutism Groups – Call for Dates
DESCRIPTION:WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE WILL BE OFFERING ONLINE SELECTIVE MUTISM GROUPS! \n\n\n\nParticipants will be divided into two age groups: 4-7 years old and 8-12 years old* \n\n\n\nWeekly online sessions will provide needed continued services for individuals with Selective Mutism (SM) that have difficulties speaking in certain settings. Groups will offer interactive\, engaging activities to promote speaking in a new environment and with new individuals\, and they will be led by one of our SM-trained clinicians. \n\n\n\n*Dates and group assignment can be flexible depending on each child and family’s individual needs. \n\n\n\nCall 951-396-5701 for more information \n\n\n\nPinnacle Counseling and Testing CenterClarissa (Clare) Gosney\, PsyD
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/20208/
LOCATION:Pinnacle Counseling and Testing Center\, 41197 Golden Gate Cir Suite 206\, Murrieta\, CA\, CA\, 92562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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