Training And Consultation
Training And Consultation For Professionals
Group Trainings
Dr. Avny leads individualized trainings for professionals whom interested in gaining advanced knowledge and competence in a specialized area. She works closely with the professional/organization to customize the content and modality based on goals and needs.
Training modalities include:
Webinars.
Intensive, on-site training (involves a comprehensive tailored curriculum).
Workshops.
Topic areas include:
Basics in understanding and treating youth anxiety disorders.
Basics in understanding and treating selective mutism (SM).
Advanced treatment (individual and group) of SM in younger and older youth.
Individualized Consultation
Dr. Avny also provides individual consultation to professionals who are seeking expert guidance on specific cases or populations. Consultees receive feedback on all aspects of a case, including comprehensive assessment, broad and nuanced intervention strategies, style/communication, and trouble-shooting issues that arise.
if you are interested in learning more about training or consultation, please contact Dr. Avny directly.
School Training And Consultation
School training and consultation is often a critical component of behavioral interventions for youth. Dr. Avny provides such services to schools on a patient-specific and more global level.
Consultations often include the school staff whom are most involved in supporting the student, including teachers, counselors, and other keyworkers. During consultations, Dr. Avny guides the staff with appropriate steps to promote and maintain progress in the school, teaching techniques consistent with those used in treatment.
Dr. Avny also leads trainings for schools designed to more generally educate school staff on youth anxiety and behavior. Each training is individualized for the specific needs of the school and its student population.
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Wespeak Mentor Training
WeSpeak mentors receive intensive clinical training and supervision by Dr. Shelley Avny in working with tweens/teens with SM.
The one-to-one mentor model offers trainees a unique experience in providing hands-on, clinical support to these hard-working and resilient kids.
In addition to the didactic and experiential training prior to WeSpeak, mentors receive live coaching and daily group supervision throughout the intensive week.
Click here to learn more about the WeSpeak Mentor Program.