The following events are from treating professionals who have joined our SMA community. SMA commends these professionals for taking an interest in treating or working with SM. The listed events provide training, education, and connection related to selective mutism. However, please note, SMA does not specifically endorse treatment providers/events and reminds people to carefully qualify any professional/event. Please view this link to SMA’s treatment statement.
Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 13 to 17 in NY, NJ, and CT
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
Virtual Beginner 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 — 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
Targeted Practice Ages 3 to 6 in New York, NY
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
Targeted Practice Ages 6 to 12 in New York, NY
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 6 to 12 in New York, NY
Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
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
CUB (Confident-Unique-Brave) Kids Group Summer 2025 in Baltimore, MD for Ages 4 to 7
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
Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 9 to 12 in NY, NJ, and CT
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
Virtual Advanced SM Parent Skills Group
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
Courageous Kids in California for Ages 4 to 7
Courageous Kids is a sensory motor based behavioral therapy program. The program has been designed to support preschool and elementary aged children with various anxiety based disorders such as, but not limited to:Selective mutismGeneralized anxietySensory processing disorderSocial Communication ChallengesThe goal of this program is to support children with communicating and participating more freely and comfortably… Continue reading Courageous Kids in California for Ages 4 to 7
Weekly SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 3 to 6 in NYC
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
Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 13 to 17 in NY, NJ, and CT
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,… Continue reading Weekly Virtual SM / Social Anxiety Group for Ages 13 to 17 in NY, NJ, and CT
Virtual Beginner 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