Join Dr. E & Dr. Jenna at the 2024 SMA Annual Conference
Join Dr. E and Dr. Jenna at the Selective Mutism Association Annual Conference, a two-day event packed with the latest in evidence-based information, support, and [...]
EP35: Ask Dr E – Ways to help a home-schooled child make friends, how to deal with SM as an adult, the concept of “parental expectations” & more
In the episode, we answer five listener questions, including ways to help a home-schooled child make friends, how to deal with SM as an adult, the concept of “parental expectations” and more.
Shining Stars: Mason
Meet Mason When Mason was 3-years-old, his parents realized that he only spoke to a limited amount of family members and wouldn’t speak to anyone [...]
EP34: Live Chat with Parents at CommuniCamp™ – Back to School
In the episode, Dr. E and four participating parents discuss unlearning old parenting habits, tips for acclimating to a new school year, balancing structure and flexibility as a parent and much, much more.
Building Comfort Within the School with Teachers and Peers
1. Arrange playdates with peers that will be in your child's class All parents want their children to be comfortable before the new school year, [...]
Preparing the Child with Selective Mutism for the New School Year
1. Contact your child's school Educate the school and make sure they understand Selective Mutism. Since the majority of school personnel do not understand SM, [...]
EP33: The Four Different Parenting Styles w/ Dr. Jenna Blum
In the episode, Dr. E and Dr. Jenna dive into the four main parenting styles – permissive, authoritarian, uninvolved and authoritative – highlighting their characteristics and impact on treatment.
EP32: Live Chat with Parents at CommuniCamp™
Dr. E discusses with the participating parents their experiences and concerns, particularly how their children become non-verbal in certain social situations such as meeting school peers.
BONUS EP: Introducing Jenna Blum, Psy.D!
Dr. E. introduces Dr. Jenna to the SMart Center’s podcast audience. Dr. Jenna received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology and is now working full-time at the SMart Center!
Introducing Jenna Blum, Psy.D
The SMart Center is absolutely thrilled to officially (re)introduce Dr. Jenna to the team! Many of you already know Dr. Jenna, as she’s been [...]
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