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SUMMARY:Virtual Beginner SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION:This 6-week virtual course introduces caregivers to the essential tools and strategies behind Parent–Child Interaction Therapy for Selective Mutism (PCIT–SM). Designed for families at the start of their SM journey — or those wanting to reinforce the basics — this group teaches you how to become your child’s “brave talking coach” at home\, in school\, and in everyday life. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn evidence-based techniques that set the stage for more comfortable verbal communication\, explore ways to gently expand your child’s talking circle\, and gain practical skills to support social interactions with peers and adults. By the end\, you’ll feel more confident guiding your child’s progress and better equipped to support meaningful\, lasting change. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-beginner-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-05-01/
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SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-3-to-6-in-new-york-ny/2025-05-01/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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UID:10001696-1746117000-1746120600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SM Group Ages 5-10 for 6 Weeks
DESCRIPTION:Parent and Child Psychological Services- Sarasota\, FL 941-357-4090info@childtherapysrq.com \n\n\n\nOur next round of virtual SM/Social Anxiety group for kids ages 5-10 begins 1/16/25. Group members will practice brave talking with adults and peers while doing structured activities. Many activities will simulate things that are done in the classroom setting (morning meeting\, presentations). Kids will build brave talking muscles while doing fun activities! There will be a minimum of 2 pre-group appointments: Parent screener and child fade-in (more than 1 fade-in may be needed). There will be 6 group sessions all should be attended. A caregiver should be present for each group session to help support the child’s participation.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-sm-group-ages-5-10-for-6-weeks/2025-05-01/
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UID:10001629-1746118800-1746122400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 6 to 12 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-6-to-12-in-new-york-ny/2025-05-01/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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CREATED:20250428T161857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161900Z
UID:10005236-1746198000-1746203400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION:This 90-minute\, once-weekly in-person group is designed to help young children (ages 3 to 6) with Selective Mutism build confidence and strengthen brave talking skills in a warm\, play-based setting. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc-2/2025-05-02/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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CREATED:20250428T162354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T162357Z
UID:10005497-1746203400-1746208800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 6 to 9 in NYC
DESCRIPTION:This 90-minute\, once-weekly in-person group helps children with Selective Mutism (ages 6 to 9) take their brave talking to the next leve l— whether that means speaking up in class\, joining a group conversation\, or navigating social situations with greater ease. Using creative\, goal-oriented activities and evidence-based strategies\, our team helps kids stretch their comfort zones while building lasting confidence. \n\n\n\nEach group member receives individualized coaching and targeted support as they work toward personalized exposure goals\, developed in close collaboration with their family. Sessions are designed to feel engaging\, empowering\, and just challenging enough to spark real progress. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-6-to-9-in-nyc/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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CREATED:20250428T162720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T162722Z
UID:10005499-1746462600-1746466200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 9 to 12 in NY\, NJ\, and CT
DESCRIPTION:Anxiety can keep kids stuck — quiet in class\, hesitant in groups\, or quick to withdraw from situations that feel uncertain. This once-weekly\, 90-minute virtual group helps pre-teens (ages 9 to 12) break that cycle. \n\n\n\nThrough engaging\, age-appropriate activities that mirror real-world challenges — like participating in classroom discussions\, joining group conversations\, and collaborating on shared tasks — kids learn to manage anxious thoughts\, challenge self-doubt\, and lean into social experiences. Each session offers practical tools\, peer connection\, and hands-on coaching in a safe and supportive space. As they take small\, intentional steps forward\, pre-teens build the confidence to speak up\, join in\, and engage more freely in everyday life\, without letting anxiety call the shots. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $200 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-virtual-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-9-to-12-in-ny-nj-and-ct/2025-05-05/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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CREATED:20250428T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163718Z
UID:10006282-1746471600-1746475200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION:This 6-week virtual course helps caregivers build off of their foundational PCIT–SM skillset and equips them with next-level strategies to support continued progress. Whether your child is gaining momentum or facing new challenges\, this group offers guidance\, structure\, and collaborative problem-solving to keep brave talking moving forward. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to fine-tune exposure plans\, strengthen your child’s motivation and confidence\, and expand your coaching skills across a wider range of real-life settings. You’ll also learn how to adapt your approach when things feel stuck — whether it’s uncertainty at school\, shifts in your child’s comfort level\, or transitions to new environments. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-advanced-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-05-05/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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CREATED:20250428T161608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161610Z
UID:10004976-1746549000-1746554400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION:This 90-minute\, once-weekly in-person group is designed to help young children (ages 3 to 6) with Selective Mutism build confidence and strengthen brave talking skills in a warm\, play-based setting. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc/2025-05-06/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T173000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T163046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163048Z
UID:10005760-1746635400-1746639000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 13 to 17 in NY\, NJ\, and CT
DESCRIPTION:For teens with Selective Mutism and/or Social Anxiety\, everyday moments — such as speaking in class\, initiating a conversation\, or attending a social event — can feel overwhelming. This 60-minute\, once-weekly virtual group is designed to support teens (ages 13 to 17) in taking meaningful steps toward greater communication and confidence. \n\n\n\nUsing evidence-based strategies and real-life practice scenarios\, teens build skills to navigate anxiety\, improve self-awareness\, and connect with peers. Group sessions include a mix of structured activities and organic conversation\, all guided by a clinician who understands how to meet teens where they are and help them move forward. Over time\, teens learn they can show up — even when it’s hard — and that their voice has a place in every space they’re in. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $200 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-virtual-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-13-to-17-in-ny-nj-and-ct/2025-05-07/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T163459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163502Z
UID:10006021-1746705600-1746709200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Beginner SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION:This 6-week virtual course introduces caregivers to the essential tools and strategies behind Parent–Child Interaction Therapy for Selective Mutism (PCIT–SM). Designed for families at the start of their SM journey — or those wanting to reinforce the basics — this group teaches you how to become your child’s “brave talking coach” at home\, in school\, and in everyday life. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn evidence-based techniques that set the stage for more comfortable verbal communication\, explore ways to gently expand your child’s talking circle\, and gain practical skills to support social interactions with peers and adults. By the end\, you’ll feel more confident guiding your child’s progress and better equipped to support meaningful\, lasting change. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-beginner-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-05-08/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20241111T225323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225325Z
UID:10001486-1746720000-1746723600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-3-to-6-in-new-york-ny/2025-05-08/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T173000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20241127T203739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T144524Z
UID:10001697-1746721800-1746725400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SM Group Ages 5-10 for 6 Weeks
DESCRIPTION:Parent and Child Psychological Services- Sarasota\, FL 941-357-4090info@childtherapysrq.com \n\n\n\nOur next round of virtual SM/Social Anxiety group for kids ages 5-10 begins 1/16/25. Group members will practice brave talking with adults and peers while doing structured activities. Many activities will simulate things that are done in the classroom setting (morning meeting\, presentations). Kids will build brave talking muscles while doing fun activities! There will be a minimum of 2 pre-group appointments: Parent screener and child fade-in (more than 1 fade-in may be needed). There will be 6 group sessions all should be attended. A caregiver should be present for each group session to help support the child’s participation.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-sm-group-ages-5-10-for-6-weeks/2025-05-08/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T180000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20241111T225540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225541Z
UID:10001630-1746723600-1746727200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 6 to 12 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-6-to-12-in-new-york-ny/2025-05-08/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T163000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T161857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161900Z
UID:10005237-1746802800-1746808200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION:This 90-minute\, once-weekly in-person group is designed to help young children (ages 3 to 6) with Selective Mutism build confidence and strengthen brave talking skills in a warm\, play-based setting. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc-2/2025-05-09/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T173000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T162720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T162722Z
UID:10005500-1747067400-1747071000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 9 to 12 in NY\, NJ\, and CT
DESCRIPTION:Anxiety can keep kids stuck — quiet in class\, hesitant in groups\, or quick to withdraw from situations that feel uncertain. This once-weekly\, 90-minute virtual group helps pre-teens (ages 9 to 12) break that cycle. \n\n\n\nThrough engaging\, age-appropriate activities that mirror real-world challenges — like participating in classroom discussions\, joining group conversations\, and collaborating on shared tasks — kids learn to manage anxious thoughts\, challenge self-doubt\, and lean into social experiences. Each session offers practical tools\, peer connection\, and hands-on coaching in a safe and supportive space. As they take small\, intentional steps forward\, pre-teens build the confidence to speak up\, join in\, and engage more freely in everyday life\, without letting anxiety call the shots. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $200 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-virtual-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-9-to-12-in-ny-nj-and-ct/2025-05-12/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163718Z
UID:10006283-1747076400-1747080000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION:This 6-week virtual course helps caregivers build off of their foundational PCIT–SM skillset and equips them with next-level strategies to support continued progress. Whether your child is gaining momentum or facing new challenges\, this group offers guidance\, structure\, and collaborative problem-solving to keep brave talking moving forward. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to fine-tune exposure plans\, strengthen your child’s motivation and confidence\, and expand your coaching skills across a wider range of real-life settings. You’ll also learn how to adapt your approach when things feel stuck — whether it’s uncertainty at school\, shifts in your child’s comfort level\, or transitions to new environments. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-advanced-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-05-12/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T180000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T161608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161610Z
UID:10004977-1747153800-1747159200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION:This 90-minute\, once-weekly in-person group is designed to help young children (ages 3 to 6) with Selective Mutism build confidence and strengthen brave talking skills in a warm\, play-based setting. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc/2025-05-13/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T173000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T163046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163048Z
UID:10005761-1747240200-1747243800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 13 to 17 in NY\, NJ\, and CT
DESCRIPTION:For teens with Selective Mutism and/or Social Anxiety\, everyday moments — such as speaking in class\, initiating a conversation\, or attending a social event — can feel overwhelming. This 60-minute\, once-weekly virtual group is designed to support teens (ages 13 to 17) in taking meaningful steps toward greater communication and confidence. \n\n\n\nUsing evidence-based strategies and real-life practice scenarios\, teens build skills to navigate anxiety\, improve self-awareness\, and connect with peers. Group sessions include a mix of structured activities and organic conversation\, all guided by a clinician who understands how to meet teens where they are and help them move forward. Over time\, teens learn they can show up — even when it’s hard — and that their voice has a place in every space they’re in. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $200 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-virtual-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-13-to-17-in-ny-nj-and-ct/2025-05-14/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T130000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T163459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163502Z
UID:10006022-1747310400-1747314000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Beginner SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION:This 6-week virtual course introduces caregivers to the essential tools and strategies behind Parent–Child Interaction Therapy for Selective Mutism (PCIT–SM). Designed for families at the start of their SM journey — or those wanting to reinforce the basics — this group teaches you how to become your child’s “brave talking coach” at home\, in school\, and in everyday life. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn evidence-based techniques that set the stage for more comfortable verbal communication\, explore ways to gently expand your child’s talking circle\, and gain practical skills to support social interactions with peers and adults. By the end\, you’ll feel more confident guiding your child’s progress and better equipped to support meaningful\, lasting change. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-beginner-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20241111T225323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225325Z
UID:10001487-1747324800-1747328400@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-3-to-6-in-new-york-ny/2025-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T173000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20241127T203739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T144524Z
UID:10001698-1747326600-1747330200@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SM Group Ages 5-10 for 6 Weeks
DESCRIPTION:Parent and Child Psychological Services- Sarasota\, FL 941-357-4090info@childtherapysrq.com \n\n\n\nOur next round of virtual SM/Social Anxiety group for kids ages 5-10 begins 1/16/25. Group members will practice brave talking with adults and peers while doing structured activities. Many activities will simulate things that are done in the classroom setting (morning meeting\, presentations). Kids will build brave talking muscles while doing fun activities! There will be a minimum of 2 pre-group appointments: Parent screener and child fade-in (more than 1 fade-in may be needed). There will be 6 group sessions all should be attended. A caregiver should be present for each group session to help support the child’s participation.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-sm-group-ages-5-10-for-6-weeks/2025-05-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T180000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20241111T225540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T225541Z
UID:10001631-1747328400-1747332000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Targeted Practice Ages 6 to 12 in New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from 4-5 pm \n\n\n\nIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd) \n\n\n\nKayla Samuels\, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-org \n\n\n\nWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part of our comprehensive treatment. These groups are designed to target children’s brave talking goals around peer-to-peer engagement\, speaking in front of a group\, and behavioral group participation. Groups run for an hour each week and are crafted to build continuity and help the child build their brave talking practice in an environment outside of a one-on-one clinical session. There is a trained adult for every 1-2 children in the group.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/targeted-practice-ages-6-to-12-in-new-york-ny/2025-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T163000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T161857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161900Z
UID:10005238-1747407600-1747413000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION:This 90-minute\, once-weekly in-person group is designed to help young children (ages 3 to 6) with Selective Mutism build confidence and strengthen brave talking skills in a warm\, play-based setting. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc-2/2025-05-16/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T173000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T162720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T162722Z
UID:10005501-1747672200-1747675800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 9 to 12 in NY\, NJ\, and CT
DESCRIPTION:Anxiety can keep kids stuck — quiet in class\, hesitant in groups\, or quick to withdraw from situations that feel uncertain. This once-weekly\, 90-minute virtual group helps pre-teens (ages 9 to 12) break that cycle. \n\n\n\nThrough engaging\, age-appropriate activities that mirror real-world challenges — like participating in classroom discussions\, joining group conversations\, and collaborating on shared tasks — kids learn to manage anxious thoughts\, challenge self-doubt\, and lean into social experiences. Each session offers practical tools\, peer connection\, and hands-on coaching in a safe and supportive space. As they take small\, intentional steps forward\, pre-teens build the confidence to speak up\, join in\, and engage more freely in everyday life\, without letting anxiety call the shots. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $200 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-virtual-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-9-to-12-in-ny-nj-and-ct/2025-05-19/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T163716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163718Z
UID:10006284-1747681200-1747684800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION:This 6-week virtual course helps caregivers build off of their foundational PCIT–SM skillset and equips them with next-level strategies to support continued progress. Whether your child is gaining momentum or facing new challenges\, this group offers guidance\, structure\, and collaborative problem-solving to keep brave talking moving forward. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to fine-tune exposure plans\, strengthen your child’s motivation and confidence\, and expand your coaching skills across a wider range of real-life settings. You’ll also learn how to adapt your approach when things feel stuck — whether it’s uncertainty at school\, shifts in your child’s comfort level\, or transitions to new environments. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-advanced-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-05-19/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T180000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T161608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T161610Z
UID:10004978-1747758600-1747764000@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
DESCRIPTION:This 90-minute\, once-weekly in-person group is designed to help young children (ages 3 to 6) with Selective Mutism build confidence and strengthen brave talking skills in a warm\, play-based setting. Through engaging\, developmentally appropriate activities\, our team supports communication with both adults and peers using evidence-based strategies that make practice feel fun and meaningful. \n\n\n\nWe collaborate closely with each family to identify personalized exposure goals\, and every child receives hands-on coaching and individualized support as they work towards their next-level brave talking goals — at a pace that feels just right for them. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $300 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-3-to-6-in-nyc/2025-05-20/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T210000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250326T192436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T192438Z
UID:10003334-1747771200-1747774800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Using Telehealth for Selective Mutism Treatment: Expanding on Lessons Learned Through Research and Practice
DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar with Q & A! General registration is free! \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Jami Furr\, PhD \n\n\n\nThis webinar has been approved for 1 CE credit. For those seeking CE credit\, registration is $20. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is geared toward treating professionals\, including psychologists\, social workers\, counselors\, and MFT’s. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to register\, click here: \n\n\n\nhttps://selectivemutismassociation.ce-go.com/using-telehealth-for-selective-mutism-treatment-expanding-on-lessons-learned-through-research-and-practice \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nThis webinar will highlight the use of telehealth methods for treating selective mutism in youth. A brief review of relevant recent findings related to the use of telehealth in youth across different disorders will be conducted\, followed by a discussion of the considerations one must take before implementing exposure via telehealth with youth. The preparation and implementation of exposures\, including case examples and discussion\, will be highlighted. Audience members will have an opportunity to ask questions about how to use telehealth to conduct particular exposures that may be relevant for moving treatment forward. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify two considerations for providing services remotely and highlight some of the associated challenges and/or improvements relative to traditional in-person care\n\n\n\nList three ways to incorporate telehealth in conducting exposures with youth with selective mutism\n\n\n\nDiscuss advantages and disadvantages of telehealth services for youth with selective mutism\n\n\n\nIdentify two recent research findings to support the use of telehealth services with families\n\n\n\nImplement two strategies to help prepare for exposures via telehealth with youth with selective mutism\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Jami Furr\, PhD \n\n\n\nDr. Jami Furr is a Clinical Associate Professor and Senior Psychologist in the Mental Health Interventions and Novel Therapeutics (MINT) Program\, and Developer of the Selective Mutism Program at Florida International University Center for Children and Families (CCF). Dr. Furr obtained her doctorate in clinical psychology from Temple University\, and completed her clinical internship and postdoctoral fellowship at the NYU Child Study Center and Bellevue Hospital Program in New York. Dr. Furr currently serves as a Trainer for the Network for Expanding Child Wellness in Disaster-Affected Youth (or NEW DAY) – a SAMHSA-funded and National Child Traumatic Stress Network affiliated program providing largescale training and consultation in disaster mental health to youth-serving professionals in disaster-hit regions and disaster-prone regions across the United States. Dr. Furr has extensive clinical expertise and research interests in cognitive and behavioral treatments of childhood anxiety and disruptive behavior disorders\, with a particular focus on preschool mental health.  She has served as the Clinical Director of several federally funded randomized trials evaluating the acceptability and utility of telehealth strategies for expanding the scope and reach of mental health care; and currently provides training and supervision for clinical services for anxiety\, OCD\, and/or disruptive behavior problems for children and adolescents. Dr. Furr also has led the field of selective mutism in youth regarding clinical and research programs. She is the Past-President of the Selective Mutism Association and has continued to serve on their Board of Directors for the last 7 years. Dr. Furr is currently conducting one of the first long-term outcome studies on children with selective mutism. She has numerous publications and conducts trainings locally and nationally in the areas of trauma\, anxiety\, and selective mutism in youth. In 2019\, Dr. Furr was the recipient of the Anne Marie Albano Early Career Award for the Integration of Science and Practice from the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT) and the Florida International University College of Arts\, Sciences\, and Education Award for Research.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/webinar-using-telehealth-for-selective-mutism-treatment-expanding-on-lessons-learned-through-research-and-practice/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T173000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T163046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163048Z
UID:10005762-1747845000-1747848600@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 13 to 17 in NY\, NJ\, and CT
DESCRIPTION:For teens with Selective Mutism and/or Social Anxiety\, everyday moments — such as speaking in class\, initiating a conversation\, or attending a social event — can feel overwhelming. This 60-minute\, once-weekly virtual group is designed to support teens (ages 13 to 17) in taking meaningful steps toward greater communication and confidence. \n\n\n\nUsing evidence-based strategies and real-life practice scenarios\, teens build skills to navigate anxiety\, improve self-awareness\, and connect with peers. Group sessions include a mix of structured activities and organic conversation\, all guided by a clinician who understands how to meet teens where they are and help them move forward. Over time\, teens learn they can show up — even when it’s hard — and that their voice has a place in every space they’re in. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $200 per session
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/weekly-virtual-sm-social-anxiety-group-for-ages-13-to-17-in-ny-nj-and-ct/2025-05-21/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260726T212817
CREATED:20250428T163459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T163502Z
UID:10006023-1747915200-1747918800@www.selectivemutism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Beginner SM Parent Skills Group
DESCRIPTION:This 6-week virtual course introduces caregivers to the essential tools and strategies behind Parent–Child Interaction Therapy for Selective Mutism (PCIT–SM). Designed for families at the start of their SM journey — or those wanting to reinforce the basics — this group teaches you how to become your child’s “brave talking coach” at home\, in school\, and in everyday life. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn evidence-based techniques that set the stage for more comfortable verbal communication\, explore ways to gently expand your child’s talking circle\, and gain practical skills to support social interactions with peers and adults. By the end\, you’ll feel more confident guiding your child’s progress and better equipped to support meaningful\, lasting change. \n\n\n\nVisit squareonenyc.com to learn more! \n\n\n\nFee: $600 for one caregiver. 50% discount for second caregiver.
URL:https://www.selectivemutism.org/event/virtual-beginner-sm-parent-skills-group/2025-05-22/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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