This group is for parents/ guardians of children/ teens with Selective Mutism to connect with other parents and support each other by sharing experiences, resources, and learning from each other.

Dr. Yoko Shibata, the group facilitator, will provide a safe, judgement free space for the group and provide education on Selective Mutism based on the most studies and research.

Third Thursday of the month

55 minutes

Starting February

Virtual

Must be located in Washington State

$ 50/ meeting, participants are asked to attend meetings at least 50% of the time.

Payment method: IvyPay (out-of-pocket expense, NO superbills)

Check-In Activity: We begin each session by creating a shared pause from the outside world. This opening moment invites participants to orient to the group, notice their internal state, and gently shift into a relational space. Brief sharing is welcomed as a way to establish safety and presence, without pressure to disclose more than feels comfortable.

Member-Led Conversations: The direction of each meeting is shaped by what participants are navigating in real time. Topics emerge from individual experiences and reflections, allowing the group to respond collectively. The facilitator supports the conversation by maintaining focus, encouraging curiosity, and helping the group stay connected to its shared purpose.

Responsive Clinical Support: Clinical guidance is offered in a flexible, collaborative manner. Rather than teaching from a set agenda, therapeutic concepts, coping strategies, and psychoeducation related to selective mutism are introduced when they align with the group’s needs.

Closing

Welcome to a supportive community designed by and for autistic women who are navigating the unique intersections of neurodivergence and holistic health. This group, facilitated by Dr. Yoko Shibata, recognizes that wellness looks different for each of us, and we celebrate the diverse ways we care for our minds, bodies, and spirits.

Together, we explore practical approaches to nutrition, sleep, relationships, movement, and common health conditions experienced by autistic women—all while honoring sensory preferences, executive functioning styles, and individual pacing. We share strategies for creating sensory-friendly environments, managing overwhelm, and advocating for our needs in work space, school, healthcare, and daily life. 

This is a judgment-free space where stimming, special interests, and communication differences are valued parts of who we are. We believe in peer wisdom, mutual support, and the power of shared experiences to foster genuine understanding.

In February of 2026

TBD

All participants are screened by facilitator.

Hybrid (in-person/ virtual)- Participants must be located in Washington State.

1424 NE 155th Street, Shoreline WA 98155

$75 per meeting using IvyPay (out-of-pocket expense, NO superbills)

The peer connection group is a small, inclusive space designed for tweens who share passionate and unique interests. This group aims to provide a safe and supportive environment where they can freely express their enthusiasm, discuss events or activities they'd like to participate in together, and foster meaningful connections with peers who understand and appreciate their experiences

Age: 11-14

All participants are screened by facilitator.

TBD

In-person

Office at 1424 NE 155th Street, Shoreline WA

$ 75/ meeting, participants are asked to attend all meetings

Payment method: IvyPay (out-of-pocket expense, NO superbills)