This is a unique 6-session therapy group for children with selective mutism that includes parents. Parents play a crucial role in the treatment of Selective Mutism, so parents will learn evidence-based skills to assist their child through verbal practices while engaging in fun activities guided by Dr. Sabintsev.Dr. Adelia Sabintsev, Hello@hellodoctoradelia-comhttps://www.doctoradelia.com
BraveWave is a week-long selective mutism summer camp based in Los Angeles, CA and is open to children ages 3-9. Each child is paired 1:1 with a trained counselor for the entirety of the program to provide individually tailored support. This camp aims to simulate the school environment, as we know many kids with SM… Continue reading BraveWave – Week Long SM Intensive in West Los Angeles, CA for Ages 3 to 9
Confident Kids Camp is a 5-day, intensive therapy program designed to help prepare children (ages 4-18) with Selective Mutism for the upcoming academic year with a variety of school and community communication goals embedded into the programming. Each camper is paired 1:1 with a counselor who supports them in meeting their brave talking goals.ckc@thrivingminds.infohttps://www.thrivingmindsbehavioralhealth.com/confident-kids-camp-original
The Mighty Mouth Kids Camp in New Jersey is an annual intensive treatment program designed to help children with Selective Mutism quickly make progress in communicating before they return to school in the fall. This week-long camp replicates a school/camp setting with a 1:1 counselor-to-child ratio. Visit us at caringcove.com to learn more.Nancy, Alex, or… Continue reading Mighty Mouth Kids Camp in Chatham, NJ
Kids Out Loud is a 5-day therapeutic camp experience that provides intensive behavioral treatment for young children diagnosed with selective mutism. We strive to help children practice and build confidence in brave speech and social interaction, getting a jump start before the new school year. Each child receives a 1:1 trained counselor that works on… Continue reading 2025 Summer Intensive Camp – Maryland/DC Ages 4 to 9
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.Through engaging, age-appropriate activities that mirror real-world challenges — like participating in classroom discussions, joining group conversations, and collaborating on shared… Continue reading Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 9 to 12 in NY, NJ, and CT
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… Continue reading Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
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.We collaborate… Continue reading Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
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.Using evidence-based strategies and real-life… Continue reading Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 13 to 17 in NY, NJ, and CT
The Child Mind Institute has perfected our evidence-based methods over 13 years, with a unique approach to helping children with selective mutism overcome anxiety and speak publicly. Since 2009, we’ve evaluated more children with selective mutism (SM) than any other care center in the world.Brave Buddies® is designed to help children ages 3–12 and diagnosed… Continue reading Brave Buddies in New York City and Ages 3 to 12 and Diagnosed with SM
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… Continue reading Virtual Beginner SM Parent Skills Group
Every Thursday from 4-5 pmIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd)Kayla Samuels, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-orgWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part… Continue reading Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York, NY
Our 1-hour Guided Virtual Get-Togethers are a place for tweens and teens with social anxiety or Selective Mutism to build social comfort, learn and practice evidence-based strategies, and meet peers… Continue reading Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 10-18
Our 1-hour Guided Virtual Get-Togethers are a place for children with social anxiety or Selective Mutism to build social comfort, learn and practice evidence-based strategies, and engage with similar-aged peers.… Continue reading Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 6-9
Voices Rising is an intensive group treatment for children aged 4-10 with Selective Mutism (SM). Using a classroom-like structure, the group provides many opportunities to speak and engage with other peers and adults.Speaking goals are individualized to fit the needs of the child, focusing on asking and answering questions, initiating conversations, speaking and presenting to… Continue reading Voices Rising in White Plains, NY for Ages 4-10
Mighty Mouth Kids (MMK) Camp is the 5-day, group-based intensive therapy program for children with Selective Mutism (SM), originally developed by Dr. Steven Kurtz. The program now continues under the leadership of Dr. Zohra Chahal and her team at Square One Psychology, with Dr. Kurtz remaining closely involved to ensure that the MMK legacy continues… Continue reading 5-Day Summer Camp for Older Kids Ages 6 to 9 in NYC
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… Continue reading Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
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… Continue reading Virtual Beginner SM Parent Skills Group
Every Thursday from 4-5 pmIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd)Kayla Samuels, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-orgWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part… Continue reading Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York, NY
Our 1-hour Guided Virtual Get-Togethers are a place for tweens and teens with social anxiety or Selective Mutism to build social comfort, learn and practice evidence-based strategies, and meet peers… Continue reading Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 10-18
Our 1-hour Guided Virtual Get-Togethers are a place for children with social anxiety or Selective Mutism to build social comfort, learn and practice evidence-based strategies, and engage with similar-aged peers.… Continue reading Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 6-9
Mighty Mouth Kids (MMK) Camp is the 5-day, group-based intensive therapy program for children with Selective Mutism (SM), originally developed by Dr. Steven Kurtz. The program now continues under the leadership of Dr. Zohra Chahal and her team at Square One Psychology, with Dr. Kurtz remaining closely involved to ensure that the MMK legacy continues… Continue reading 5-Day Summer Camp for Older Kids Ages 6 to 9 in NYC
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.Through engaging, age-appropriate activities that mirror real-world challenges — like participating in classroom discussions, joining group conversations, and collaborating on shared… Continue reading Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 9 to 12 in NY, NJ, and CT
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… Continue reading Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
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.Using evidence-based strategies and real-life… Continue reading Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 13 to 17 in NY, NJ, and CT
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,… Continue reading Virtual Beginner SM Parent Skills Group
Every Thursday from 4-5 pmIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd)Kayla Samuels, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-orgWe 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… Continue reading Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York, NY
Our 1-hour Guided Virtual Get-Togethers are a place for tweens and teens with social anxiety or Selective Mutism to build social comfort, learn and practice evidence-based strategies, and meet peers who share in your teen’s experience. With facilitation from a trained clinician, attendees participate in planned games and activities that promote social engagement and initiation… Continue reading Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 10-18
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.We collaborate… Continue reading Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
Our 1-hour Guided Virtual Get-Togethers are a place for children with social anxiety or Selective Mutism to build social comfort, learn and practice evidence-based strategies, and engage with similar-aged peers. With facilitation from a trained clinician, each session will feature a different theme or activity that participants will follow along with. The main objective of… Continue reading Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 6-9
Our 1-hour virtual support group for caregivers of children and teens with Selective Mutism and anxiety disorders offers a compassionate space to focus on one’s well-being as a caregiver. The group sessions focus on fostering self-compassion, reducing guilt and shame, and connecting with other caregivers through the shared experience of raising a child experiencing anxiety.… Continue reading Virtual Therapeutic Support Group for Caregivers of Individuals with SM and Anxiety
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.Through engaging, age-appropriate activities that mirror real-world challenges — like participating in classroom discussions, joining group conversations, and collaborating on shared… Continue reading Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 9 to 12 in NY, NJ, and CT
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.You’ll learn how to fine-tune exposure plans, strengthen your… Continue reading Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
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… Continue reading Virtual Beginner SM Parent Skills Group
Our 1-hour Guided Virtual Get-Togethers are a place for tweens and teens with social anxiety or Selective Mutism to build social comfort, learn and practice evidence-based strategies, and meet peers… Continue reading Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 10-18
Every Thursday from 4-5 pmIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd)Kayla Samuels, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-orgWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part… Continue reading Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York, NY
Our 1-hour Guided Virtual Get-Togethers are a place for children with social anxiety or Selective Mutism to build social comfort, learn and practice evidence-based strategies, and engage with similar-aged peers.… Continue reading Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 6-9
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… Continue reading Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
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… Continue reading Virtual Beginner SM Parent Skills Group
Every Thursday from 4-5 pmIn person at the Child Mind Institute in NYC (50th and 3rd)Kayla Samuels, kayla.samuels@alnardo-martinezchildmind-orgWe offer weekly “Targeted Practice” groups for children with selective mutism as part… Continue reading Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York, NY
Our 1-hour Guided Virtual Get-Togethers are a place for tweens and teens with social anxiety or Selective Mutism to build social comfort, learn and practice evidence-based strategies, and meet peers… Continue reading Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 10-18
Our 1-hour Guided Virtual Get-Togethers are a place for children with social anxiety or Selective Mutism to build social comfort, learn and practice evidence-based strategies, and engage with similar-aged peers.… Continue reading Guided Virtual Get-Togethers for Ages 6-9
