Selective Mutism

This training will discuss assessment and treatment of students with Selective Mutism utilizing a team approach.

Date & Time

There will be two sessions offerered for the the 2025/26 school year.

Fall: October 21, 2025, 9:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m.

Spring: March 24, 2026, 9:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m.

Format

Virtual

Presenters

  • Michelle Austin, M.A., CCC/SLP Speech-Language Pathologist/Assistive Technology Specialist
  • Laura Lavery, M.A., Education Specialist/Assistive Technology Specialist

Summary

Individuals with Selective Mutism are at a significant disadvantage personally, socially, and educationally. These "quiet" children are not just choosing not to communicate. Selective Mutism is described as social communication anxiety. It not only affects verbal communication, but also nonverbal communication skills. This training will discuss assessment and treatment of students with Selective Mutism utilizing a team approach.

Participants will be able to

  • Understand a multifaceted assessment approach.
  • Identify members of a transdisciplinary team.
  • List and understand the four stages of Selective Mutism.
  • Identify evidence-based treatment approaches.

Registration

Register in advance for the Fall session: Selective Mutism October 21, 2025 External link opens in new window or tab.

Register in advance for the Spring session: Selective Mutism March 24,2026 External link opens in new window or tab.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.