December 2019
Speaker Series: Addressing Shame with Sam Gennuso
This free event is open to the public. This workshop will explore healing from the internalized shame of stuttering and its physical and emotional manifestations through discussion of psychological theory-based interventions, deep embodiment meditation, writing, vulnerability and sharing (optional). Shame cannot survive in the light of collective healing. Bio: Sam Gennuso is a person who [...]
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Free Online Teen Stuttering Group
This meeting is for teenagers to connect, share, and learn from each other. Conversations will focus on solutions to real-life problems that teenagers who stutter commonly report, like dealing with presentations or job interviews. Open to all past and present teenage clients. RSVP with Heather Grossman at hgrossman@stutteringtreatment.org to register and receive a link to the online session. [...]
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AIS Speaker Series: Hope Gerlach
Dr. Gerlach will discuss a new framework for conceptualizing stuttering, as a concealable stigmatized identity. She will describe her research on relationships between identity-related thoughts and behaviors and psychological distress among adults who stutter. Specifically, we will discuss how the extent that people who stutter 1) think about their stuttering, 2) define themselves by their stuttering, and 3) conceal or reveal their stuttering relate to psychological health. Attendees can expect to engage in lively discussion and share their views about stuttering, stigma, and identity.
Find out moreJanuary 2020
One Week Immersion Program
This one-week immersion course is for adults who stutter who have previously attended therapy to the point where they have a basic foundation in the AIS treatment approach. The course will focus on reducing individual avoidance behaviors, improving overall communication skills, instilling personal confidence when entering speaking situations, reducing negative thoughts and feelings related to [...]
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Monthly Adult Therapy Group
This group is the perfect booster for those in individual therapy and a great way to recharge your confidence if you haven’t attended in a while. You can expect it to be both fun and functional. Held the second Tuesday of every month, this free therapy offering is open to all past and present AIS clients [...]
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Save the Date! Storytelling workshop!
Join us for an exclusive night to learn more about the art of storytelling. Our workshop leader will be Magnet Theatre expert and record-holding 20-time winner of The Moth's StorySlams Adam Wade. Stay tuned for sign-up details!
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Workshop for Parents of Young Children Who Stutter
Join us for a special Sunday at AIS! We will hold an information and support group for parents and a separate workshop for children who stutter ages 3-9. Siblings are invited too! This workshop is designed to: Provide support and information for parents regarding stuttering and stuttering treatment Provide an afternoon of fun, interactive activities [...]
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Monthly Adult Therapy Group
This group is the perfect booster for those in individual therapy and a great way to recharge your confidence if you haven’t attended in a while. You can expect it to be both fun and functional. Held the second Tuesday of every month, this free therapy offering is open to all past and present AIS clients [...]
Find out moreJune 2020
Adult Immersion Program
This one-week immersion course is for adults who stutter who have previously attended therapy to the point where they have a basic foundation in the AIS treatment approach. The course will focus on reducing individual avoidance behaviors, improving overall communication skills, instilling personal confidence when entering speaking situations, reducing negative thoughts and feelings related to [...]
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Teen Immersion Program
This one-week program helps teens improve effective communication skills by stuttering more easily, speaking more confidently, and reducing individual speaking fears. Strong emphasis will be placed on developing and fostering increased self-confidence. There will be opportunities to practice in real-world contexts including speaking outside in stores, as well as making oral presentations. Teens will leave [...]
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