Webinar on Treatment for Selective Mutism in Schools and Preschools

This 3-hour evening webinar is designed for primary and preschool teachers, school psychologists, and learning support teams who work with children with Selective Mutism, as well as parents of children with Selective Mutism or extreme shyness.

Selective Mutism is a condition that severely limits a child’s ability to communicate verbally outside the home. It typically affects around 1 in every 200 children in primary school and is even more common in preschool-aged children. Although it is a treatable anxiety disorder, it usually requires 1 to 2 years of treatment to resolve.

An intensive treatment program at preschool/school is essential for most children with Selective Mutism. At the clinic, we collaborate closely with the classroom teacher and support staff to help implement this program. The classroom teacher is often the key person responsible for carrying out the strategies at school.

This webinar will cover topics such as: A background on Selective Mutism Factors that contribute to children being unable or reluctant to talk at school The use of a graded approach in treatment Specific strategies to gradually build children’s confidence in communicating with both teachers and peers at school

Event Details: Date: Thursday, 20th March 2025 Time: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm (Sydney Time) Price: $160 $50 for each additional participant in the same booking Early Bird Price: $130 until 6th February 2025 Registration Ends: 19th March 2025

Contact: Name: Elizabeth Woodcock Email: [email protected] Phone: 02 9438 2511

This is a public event open to the whole community.