UPCOMING KIDZ THERAPY CONFERENCES
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Oct. 30, 2009 - Implementing Sensory Strategies in the Classroom (preschool and elementary)
Dec. 4, 2009-Behavior Intervention for the Non-Behaviorist: Strategies for In-Session Challenges
(preschool & elementary)
Jan. 22, 2010-Pervasive Developmental Disorder vs
Nonverbal Learning Disability - Diagnosis, Strategies &
Working with Families
Feb. 5, 2010 - Getting Into the Family’s Routine
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March 5-7, 2010-SOS Approach to Feeding with additional specialty workshops – Dr. Kay Toomey
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LEARNER OUTCOMES
At the end of this workshop, the participant will be able to:
- Describe the characteristics of selective mutism.
- Explain the relationship between selective mutism and anxiety.
- Understand the current scientific/professional model regarding the cause and treatment of selective mutism.
- Develop specific intervention techniques for children with selective mutism.
- Adapt CBT techniques for application with young children who have selective mutism.
- Understand counseling issues related to families of children who have selective mutism.
- Consult with classroom teachers on how to differentiate instruction/assessment for children who have selective mutism.
BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION
Robert Schum, Ph.D., clinical psychologist, is Professor of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He was previously director of the Wendell Johnson Speech and Hearing Clinic at the University of Iowa. He is a member of the American Psychological Association and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Dr. Schum has presented numerous professional development workshops and is the author of many articles and chapters. The focus of Dr. Schum’s clinical services, teaching and research is the assessment and treatment of children who have communication disorders.
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This course is offered for .6 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional area).
Kidz Therapy Services is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists to offer continuing education for school psychologists. Kidz Therapy Services maintains responsibility for the program. This course is offered for 6 CE hours/CPD credits.
This program has been approved for 6 hours of continuing education under the auspices of the National Association of Social Workers New York State Continuing Education Recognition Program.
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I plan to attend the November 13, 2009 conference, “Understanding and Treating Selective Mutism”.
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Kidz Therapy Services
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Refund Policy: A handling fee of $25 will be deducted for all cancellations. Refund requests must be received by mail/e-mail at least15 days prior to the conference date. No refunds will be issued after October 29, 2009.
DRAFT
UNDERSTANDING & TREATING
SELECTIVE MUTISM
This workshop will focus on understanding the causes of selective mutism and will discuss an integrated model of treatment for preschool and elementary aged children, as well as adolescents.
Presenter
Robert Schum, Ph.D.
November 13, 2009
8:00 - 4:00
Long IslandUniversity
C.W. Post Campus
Humanities Hall
720 Northern Blvd., Brookville, N.Y.
300 Garden City Plaza, Suite 350
Garden City, NY 11530
P: 516 747-9030 F: 516 877-0998
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Selective mutism (SM) occurs with children who do not speak in specific social situations despite speaking in other, more familiar, situations. This difficulty usually becomes apparent when children start school and do not speak. Children with SM usually speak well at home, but do not speak in school. Selective mutism occurs in almost 1% of the childhood population.
This workshop will describe the behaviors associated with SM, and summarize the current professional literature regarding explanations for its cause and recommendations for its treatment. The workshop will use a model of integrated treatment, in which a child with SM receives therapy from a mental health practitioner, who coordinates intervention with school personnel and other therapists.
The general findings in the clinical literature will be translated into specific actions for day-to-day management of this disorder. It will emphasize practical techniques for reducing anxiety and expanding communication, starting with operant techniques and then introducing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with increasing age and self-awareness. Training will include therapy techniques for the mental health practitioner, as well as methods for teachers, speech-language pathologists, and related personnel to adapt intervention techniques for school and therapy settings. This workshop explains a variety of techniques that professionals successfully use with patients, and invites participant questions on how to tailor these techniques for children of all ages, from preschoolers through adolescents. Atypical presentations of selective mutism will be discussed.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Psychologists, School Psychologists, Speech and Language Pathologists, Social Workers, General and Special Education Teachers, Administrators
The conference center is handicapped accessible and handicapped parking is conveniently available next to Humanities Hall which is located near the TillesCenter. Parking is available at the TillesCenter or behind Hillwood Commons.
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