Dr. Angela E. McHolm Ph.D., C. Psych.

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Helping Children Overcome Selective Mutism

A Virtual Skills-Training Workshop (via Zoom)

Friday, October 4th, 2024   9:30 am - 12:30 pm (EST)

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What Will I Learn?

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Through participation in this three hour workshop, attendees will be provided:

• A brief overview of the available literature on selective mutism, with information regarding its prevalence, etiology, course, comorbid conditions, prognosis, and approaches to intervention

• An introduction to a school-based collaborative intervention that approaches selective mutism as an anxiety-based condition and places an emphasis on behavioural principles (e.g., exposure training)

• A step-by-step intervention guide detailing the steps to setting up an intervention for the child or youth with selective mutism, highlighting the important role of caregivers

• As time allows, open discussion regarding tricky issues

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Who Should Participate?

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• Parents/Caregivers

• Teachers & School Personnel

• Mental Health Professionals (e.g., Psychologists; Social Workers)

• Speech & Language Pathologists

• Other Interested Professionals

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Workshop Rates:

• Single Participant - Parent or Professional $106.19 + HST = $120.00

• Family Rate - for more than one family member attending $106.19 + HST = $120.00