NEW BLOG: Perfectionism and Selective Mutism 🔍 🔁 Perfectionism and Selective Mutism can create a tough cycle of fear and silence—but there is a way forward. Understanding the connection between SM and perfectionism is key to helping your child or teen find their voice with confidence! 💬✨ Let’s build spaces that honor progress over perfection—one step at a time. 👉 Continue reading our latest blog post at https://ow.ly/1syA50VCkGG! #SelectiveMutism #Perfectionism #MentalHealthAwareness #ParentSupport #ProgressNotPerfection
Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center (SMart Center)
心理健康保健
Jenkintown,Pennsylvania 551 位关注者
Over 6,000 individuals treated worldwide using Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum's S-CAT® approach
关于我们
The SMart Center is a comprehensive treatment and research center that specializes in treating children and teens with Selective Mutism, social anxiety/shyness, social communication (pragmatic) disorder, and related challenges. The center is Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum, developer of the evidence-based Social Communication Anxiety Treatment (S-CAT)®, which has been used successfully in over 5,000 children worldwide.* Our treatment philosophy is based on a "holistic" or "whole-child" view of Selective Mutism as a Social Communication Anxiety Disorderand; we treat the whole child, not just the diagnosis. *Presently, the SMart Center is the ONLY Center in the world that implements Dr. Shipon-Blum's S-CAT® Program.
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http://www.selectivemutismcenter.org/
Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center (SMart Center)的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 心理健康保健
- 规模
- 11-50 人
- 总部
- Jenkintown,Pennsylvania
- 类型
- 自有
- 创立
- 2002
- 领域
- Selective Mutism、Treatment、Child Development、Child Anxiety、Clinical Research、Family Therapy、Stress Managment、Program Development、social communication disorder、group therapy、social anxiety disorder、Mental Health、Assessments、School Accommodations、Learning Assessments、ADHD、Autism和social phobia
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261 Old York Rd
Suite 900
US,Pennsylvania,Jenkintown,19046
Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center (SMart Center)员工
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Elisa Shipon Blum DO
President & CEO of the Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center (SMart Center)
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
Co-President/Founder at Quintessential Health, P.C.
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LisaMarie Vargas
CommuniCamp Director and Outreach Coordinator at Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center (SMart Center)
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Laura Bansemer
Office Manager at SMart Center
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🌟 Calling All Parents! 🌟 Do you have a child aged 4–12 with #SelectiveMutism or both SM + #Autism? We want to hear from YOU! 🧠💬 Take our quick, anonymous 6–8 minute survey to help our researchers better understand how kids with SM and/or ASD experience the world through their senses—sound, touch, movement, balance, and more! Your insights = real impact 💥 Let’s work together to build better support and brighter futures. 🔗 Take the survey now at https://ow.ly/Fq2h50VAWX2! #SelectiveMutism #AutismAwareness #SensoryProcessing #ParentVoices #ResearchMatters #Neurodiversity
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Can an individual have both #Autism and #SelectiveMutism? How can you differentiate if it’s Selective Mutism, Autism or both? Autism is one of the three most common co-morbidities for individuals with Selective Mutism. At the SMart Center, we utilize the gold-standard for diagnosing Autism: the ADOS-2 and ADIR. Learn about the key similarities and differences between SM & Autism now at https://ow.ly/CAyp50VrUTw! Interested in scheduling an assessment? Visit CounselingAssessments.org to get started! #Autism #autismtesting #socialanxiety #sensoryprocessing #Autismawareness #ASD #AutismAwarenessMonth
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❗LAST CHANCE! There's only 1 week left to register for our Selective Mutism in the School Virtual Conference on April 4. This will be a transformative day of learning designed to provide actionable insights for supporting students with #SelectiveMutism and #socialanxiety! Don't miss the opportunity to join top SM experts including Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum, Dr. Jenna Blum, and Jennifer Brittingham, LPC, as they share effective strategies and interventions tailored for the school environment!📚 🌟 For an extra 10% off your CE/CEU ticket, use code "SMSchool"! Register now at https://ow.ly/L3Lk50VqToO! #conference #educators #treatmentprofessionals #teachers #school #SMintheSchool
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Did you know that approximately 80% of individuals with #SelectiveMutism are diagnosed with another #mentalhealth condition? Anxiety disorders, sensory processing disorder, and Autism are the three most common co-morbid diagnoses for children, teens, and adults with SM! Learn more about co-morbidities and SM at https://ow.ly/QiMe50Vmkib! Interested in assessment options? Visit CounselingAssessments.org to start the process today! #socialanxiety #comorbidities #anxiety #autism #ASD #sensory #sensoryprocessing #SPD
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🚨 Share this with your school! 🌟 On April 4th, the Selective Mutism in the School Virtual Conference will provide essential insights and practical strategies to support children and teens with Selective Mutism (SM) in school settings. School professionals will gain a deeper understanding of SM assessment, classroom accommodations, and targeted interventions while earning 6.5 CE/CEUs. Register now at https://lnkd.in/dgB7Zs98! 💥 Early Bird tickets are gone, but there’s still time to save! Apply for scholarships or financial assistance by March 24th: https://lnkd.in/dUkbdUGa #SelectiveMutism #SMintheSchool #VirtualConference2025 #FinancialSupport #EducationMatters #IEPPlanning #SchoolProfessionals #MakingADifference #SocialAnxiety
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Do you know someone who struggles to speak or barely whispers in social settings? 🤔 They may be struggling with #SelectiveMutism (SM). SM is a complex anxiety disorder where individuals are unable to speak in certain social situations—especially when there’s an expectation to talk. Common challenges include school, restaurants, and even stores. 🏫🍽️ Want to learn more about SM and how it affects individuals? Check out this link: https://ow.ly/KWTu50VjQQu! Thinking about treatment options? Start here: https://ow.ly/ivHm50VjQQt! #FAQ #CommonQuestions #SocialAnxiety #WhatIsSM #MentalHealthAwareness
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NEW BLOG: Selective Mutism and Misophonia 🦋 #SelectiveMutism and #Misophonia are two challenges that often overlap in ways that can make life particularly overwhelming for children and their families. While distinct, these diagnoses share sensitivities that can heighten anxiety and avoidance. Check out our recommended support strategies! 🌟 Continue reading now at https://lnkd.in/dtGSTYnx! 📖 #MentalHealthAwareness #socialanxiety #ChildDevelopment #SocialConfidence #ParentingTips #BuildingConnections #anxiety
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Excited to share that Selective Mutism in the School Virtual Conference is just around the corner! 🎉 It will be an invaluable resource for educators, school psychologists, therapists, and parents alike. Join us as we explore evidence-based strategies, hear from experts, and learn how to create supportive learning environments for students with SM. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference! 📅 April 4, 2025 📍 Virtual 🔗 Learn more & register: https://ow.ly/jIon50VfEt7 Missed Early Bird tickets? Don’t worry – you still have a chance to save through our scholarship awards and financial assistance. Apply today at https://ow.ly/3eMg50VfEt8! Deadline is March 24th. Who else is joining? Let’s connect in the comments! 👇 #SelectiveMutism #Education #SpecialEducation #MentalHealth
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Selective Mutism Anxiety & Related Disorders Treatment Center (SMart Center)转发了
Where will you be next Thursday, March 13th from 6 to 7:30 PM? Well, the SMart Center is going to be at the Abington High School Wellness Resource Fair, hosted by High Focus Centers! We are excited to be among other mental health providers, community support services, and more! It's going to be a great event. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/e_cdMBEr! #Counseling #Assessments #mentalhealthresources #mentalhealth #anxiety