Understanding Selective Mutism in the School Setting
Selective Mutism (SM) is more than just an inability to speak; it is a complex social communication anxiety disorder that significantly impacts a child’s ability to engage in school settings. Many parents, educators, and clinicians struggle to understand how to support students with SM, particularly in structured environments with academic and social demands.
Join us for the Selective Mutism in the School Virtual Conference, a transformative event designed to provide research-based strategies and practical interventions that empower school professionals, therapists, and families to foster social communication and confidence in students with SM.
Led by Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum, a leading expert in the field and the creator of the Social Communication Anxiety Treatment® (S-CAT®), this conference will dive deep into the WHYs behind SM and equip participants with actionable steps to help children progress across the Social Communication Bridge®.
**Earn 6 CE/CEU Credits – Participants will receive 6 Continuing Education (CE) or Continuing Education Units (CEU) to apply toward their professional development.
What You’ll Learn
Understand the Golden Rules of SM – Learn foundational principles to support social comfort before verbal communication can occur.
Explore the Social Communication Bridge® – Discover how to determine a child’s baseline communication level and strategically guide progression toward consistent verbal communication with peers, teachers, and within groups.
Learn Key Assessment & Intervention Strategies – Understand how to modify assessment tools to evaluate social communication abilities accurately.
Gain Insight into Psychological & Differential Diagnosis – Learn about SM’s relationship with co-occurring disorders, including social anxiety, sensory processing challenges, and speech/language difficulties.
Build Effective 504 Plans & IEPs – Identify essential accommodations and interventions to support students with SM in the school setting and beyond.
Master Step-by-Step Strategies to Foster Speech – Walk away with practical tools for helping students transition from nonverbal to verbal communication in a way that feels safe and natural.
Who Should Attend?
This conference is designed for professionals and caregivers who work with children and adolescents with Selective Mutism. The target audience includes:
- School Psychologists
- Psychologists
- Physicians
- Speech and Language Pathologists
- Social Workers
- Counselors
- Marriage & Family Therapists
- Educators & School Staff
- Nurses
- Graduate Students
- Parents & Family Members
Why Attend?
Evidence-Based Approaches – Learn directly from Dr. Shipon-Blum, whose CBT-based Social Communication Anxiety Treatment® (S-CAT®) has helped thousands of children worldwide.
Practical, School-Based Solutions – Get real-world strategies for integrating interventions into classrooms, therapy sessions, and social settings.
Collaborative Learning Experience – Gain insights from experts and fellow professionals working in the field of SM treatment and education.
Professional Development – Earn valuable continuing education credits (6 CE/CEUs) while enhancing your ability to support children with SM.
Reserve Your Spot Today!
Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of Selective Mutism and learn how to implement proven strategies that foster communication success in school settings.
Date: April 4, 2025
Location: Virtual (Attend from anywhere!)
Let’s work together to create a world where children with Selective Mutism feel supported, understood, and empowered to find their voice!
