Confident Kids Camp is a 5-day, intensive therapy program designed to help prepare children with Selective Mutism for the upcoming academic year. This camp utilizes one-on-one support and group therapeutic techniques in simulated classroom environments to give campers the opportunity to practice verbal communication skills with other children and adults.
Each child will be paired with an adult counselor, trained by Dr. Kotrba in behavioral intervention. Daily camp activities attempt to mirror a regular classroom day, with the goal of significant increases in verbal communication through practice, shaping, desensitization, and rewards systems. These significant increases have been shown to generalize well to child's school setting when they return soon after the end of camp.
Space is very limited to provide personalized treatment for each child. Reserve your spot NOW!
When: Monday, July 31- Friday, August 4, 2017, 9am-3pm daily
Where: Shepherd of the Lakes School in Brighton, Michigan
"I wanted to say thank you for all that we have learned from you. I know camp was crucial for her. It was such a huge learning experience for both of us and helped her find her brave voice. Now she is finding her place in the world. Learning how to communicate with others. She is sharing her beautiful voice with others, and that is all that matters!!"
- 2014 CKC Parent
- 2014 CKC Parent
"[Dr. Kotrba] has been awesome (again!) this week, teaching us all kinds of helpful information. How truly amazing you are at this SM stuff, how you never seem stumped by any questions...We are so lucky to have found you."
-CKC Parent
-CKC Parent
"I feel hopeful about my son's future! I believe that he will be able to speak freely and confidently in time and this week is the first step...Thank you, thank you!"
-CKC Parent
-CKC Parent
What is Selective Mutism?
Selective Mutism is a childhood
disorder characterized by an
inability to speak in various social settings; the most anxiety-provoking environment is usually the school. These children are able to speak at home and in settings where they are comfortable, secure and relaxed. However, this anxiety significantly impacts the ability for the child to participate in both social and academic environments.
Does my child have Selective Mutism?
1. Does the child have difficulty talking to new people?
2. Does the child avoid engaging verbally with adults or peers, even if he/she
knows them and is comfortable with them?
3. Does this silence continue despite a "warm-up" period?
4. Does the mutism get in the way of participating in the classroom? (e.g.,
raising hand to answer questions, participating in oral presentations, making
needs/wants known, etc.)
5. Does it appear as if there are two sides to your child - the outgoing child
when comfortable and the frozen, anxious child in public/at school?
6. Have these issues continued past the first month of school?
If several of these symptoms sound like your child, he/she may have Selective Mutism. Children with Selective Mutism do not "grow out of it," and left untreated it can lead to increases in anxiety, social phobia, school refusal/issues, and depression. However, treatment can be very effective - get help today!
Click here for more information about Selective Mutism.
disorder characterized by an
inability to speak in various social settings; the most anxiety-provoking environment is usually the school. These children are able to speak at home and in settings where they are comfortable, secure and relaxed. However, this anxiety significantly impacts the ability for the child to participate in both social and academic environments.
Does my child have Selective Mutism?
1. Does the child have difficulty talking to new people?
2. Does the child avoid engaging verbally with adults or peers, even if he/she
knows them and is comfortable with them?
3. Does this silence continue despite a "warm-up" period?
4. Does the mutism get in the way of participating in the classroom? (e.g.,
raising hand to answer questions, participating in oral presentations, making
needs/wants known, etc.)
5. Does it appear as if there are two sides to your child - the outgoing child
when comfortable and the frozen, anxious child in public/at school?
6. Have these issues continued past the first month of school?
If several of these symptoms sound like your child, he/she may have Selective Mutism. Children with Selective Mutism do not "grow out of it," and left untreated it can lead to increases in anxiety, social phobia, school refusal/issues, and depression. However, treatment can be very effective - get help today!
Click here for more information about Selective Mutism.