Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center-SMart Center

01/21/2026

Does your child struggle with speaking up, joining in, or feeling confident in social situations? 🫣💬

🎉 Our 6-week, virtual social skills series are thoughtfully designed for children, tweens, and teens with , , and social communication challenges.
In these supportive, engaging groups, participants will build social communication confidence through age-appropriate games & activities, practice real-life social skills with peers, strengthen friendship and group interaction skills, and so much more!

💙 All groups are led by our trained clinicians, who meet each child where they are, whether nonverbal, transitioning into speech, or verbal. 🔗 Register now at https://ow.ly/ZTfk50Y0Tmx!

01/20/2026

🧩 NEW BLOG: Don’t Wait—FACILITATE: Helping Students with Selective Mutism Build Comfort, Connection, and Communication 💬✨

Read Dr. E & Dr. Jenna's latest blog now 👉 https://ow.ly/tr2l50Y0cuo

When supporting students with , progress doesn’t happen by waiting for them to “feel ready.” It happens through intentional facilitation. In this new post, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and Dr. Jenna Blum explain why educators must shift from waiting, forcing, or rescuing to becoming effective facilitators of social communication.

🌱 Learn how proactive facilitation creates safe pathways from nonverbal responses to verbal initiation—supporting meaningful, lasting communication progress in the classroom. 💙 For more school advice, register for the SM in the School Virtual Conference on April 10 & earn 6.5 CE/CEUs! Learn more: https://ow.ly/TBiF50Y0cul

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01/19/2026

01/18/2026

Our January CommuniCampers on Day #2 practiced engaging, responding and initiating skills with peers through fun exposure games and activities! Our campers truly did amazing as they crossed the Bridge®️!

Parents received all-day education and support while learning how to implement strategies to engage and facilitate communication progression. We also welcomed former patients and their parents to answer questions and share their lived experiences with !

Visit CommuniCamp.org to learn how to join us for our February 13-16 session!

01/17/2026

Our January CommuniCamp™️ has kicked off as parents embark on ALL-DAY education! They learned how to use the Social Communication Bridge®️ in treatment and learned critical skills to help their child cross the Bridge®️. Meanwhile, campers are forming friendships and practicing skills as they rate their feelings and progress across the Bridge®️!

Learn how to set your child up for success while they practice social communication skills within a real school environment! Visit CommuniCamp.org to join our February 13-16 session!

01/16/2026

📣 Exciting Announcement! 📚✨ On April 10th, 2026, join us for the Selective Mutism in the School Virtual Conference, a transformative day with Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum, the pioneer behind the evidence-based Social Communication Anxiety Treatment® (S-CAT®), and leading SM experts Dr. Jenna Blum, and Jennifer Brittingham, LPC.

Register Now (early bird & group rates available!): https://ow.ly/XrlJ50XXiIt

This continuing education activity will dive into Selective Mutism assessments and interventions tailored for the school setting, covering:
✅ Developing effective IEP/504 plans
✅ Assessing learning, achievement & comorbid disorders
✅ When to consider special education and classifications
✅ Evidence-based strategies to encourage verbal communication
✅ Real-life case studies, videos, and expert panel Q&A

🎯 Who Should Attend? School Psychologists, Psychologists, Educators, Counselors, Speech and Language Pathologists, Marriage and Family Therapists, Physicians, Nurses, Social Workers, and Families—anyone passionate about helping children thrive!

🗓️ Mark your calendars and don't miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights and make a difference!

01/14/2026

🍽️ Food has the power to bring people together, and on January 29, we’re doing exactly that. Join us at Stage Kitchen & Bar in Palm Beach, FL, for a special dinner in support of the Selective Mutism Research Institute. 🌟

The night will feature a chef-curated multi-course experience, welcome cocktail, and silent auction! In addition, meet & greet with Selective Mutism experts Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and Dr. Jenna Blum from the SMart Center!

We hope you’ll join us in supporting a cause close to our hearts, and enjoying a delicious dining experience! 🥂RSVP today at https://ow.ly/bqAN50XWTGA 🔗

01/13/2026

🌟 Break through Selective Mutism with CommuniCamp™!

What You Get from CommuniCamp™:
🔷 Intensive group treatment for kids & teens: 15+ hours of guided social communication practice through fun activities, role-plays, social exposures, mindfulness, and peer interactions, all in a supportive environment that meets your child where they are.
🔷 Daily parent education & support: 15+ hours of expert guidance, strategies, Q&A with Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and other leading experts, and a community that gets it.
🔷 Evidence-based S-CAT® strategies: Proven tools rooted in decades of Selective Mutism treatment experience.
🔷 Confidence that translates beyond camp: Gaining skills to use at school, in the real-world, and at home.

Our February 13–16 session is only ONE MONTH AWAY! 🗓️✨🎟️ Spots are filling fast! Register today at CommuniCamp.org! ✨ Don’t miss out: $500 CommuniCamp™ Grants available while funds last! Apply now at the link in our bio 🔗

01/13/2026

🤝 How to Support Someone with : Do’s & Don’ts! 🌟 Navigating social interactions with someone who has Selective Mutism or ? Knowing how to approach these moments can make a world of difference. 💡

📖 Continue reading more expert strategies from Dr. E in “The Selective Mutism Summer Vacation and Back-to-School Guide” at https://ow.ly/YjPJ50XWb7c!

01/09/2026

🧠 NEW BLOG: What Causes Processing Challenges in Children with Selective Mutism? 💬✨

Read Dr. E & Dr. Jenna's latest blog post now 👉 https://ow.ly/pBYN50XTZYP

When we think about , it’s easy to focus on the silence, but for many children, there’s a hidden “WHY” beneath the surface. Processing challenges can make it harder to take in information, organize thoughts, and respond, especially under social pressure.

In this new post, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and Dr. Jenna Blum explore how auditory, cognitive, executive functioning, and sensory processing challenges often overlap with SM.🌱 Learn how recognizing and accommodating these needs is essential for meaningful progress across the Social Communication Bridge®. 💙

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01/08/2026

Don't miss "Let's Talk: Tweens & Teens with Dr. E & Dr. Jenna," hosted on Tuesday, January 27 at 1:00 PM (ET)! 🎓

Join world-leading SM expert, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum, alongside Dr. Jenna Blum, lead clinical psychologist, for a live discussion and Q&A focused on supporting tweens and teens with and . Learn strategies to boost confidence, increase motivation, and guide your child toward social communication success!

Limited spots available! Register now at https://ow.ly/Zg8p50XTv73! 🔗

01/07/2026

Does your child struggle with speaking up, joining in, or feeling confident in social situations? 🫣💬

🎉 Our 6-week, virtual social skills series are thoughtfully designed for children, tweens, and teens with , , and social communication challenges.

🔗 Register Now: https://ow.ly/XEZz50XT8hf

In these supportive, engaging groups, participants will:
✅ Build social communication confidence through age-appropriate games & activities
✅ Practice real-life social skills like greetings, turn-taking, and asking & answering questions
✅ Strengthen friendship and group interaction skills, including sharing ideas & collaborating with peers
✅ Discuss coping strategies to manage social anxiety, including confidence-building tools
✅ And so much more—tailored to each age and social communication level!

💙 All groups are led by our trained clinicians, who meet each child where they are, whether nonverbal, transitioning into speech, or verbal. ✨ Give your child the tools they need for social comfort, communication, and confidence.