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About Elisa Shipon-Blum DO

Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum (“Dr. E”) is the founder of the SMart Center and creator of the evidence-based S-CAT® treatment for Selective Mutism. She leads CommuniCamp™, directs the Selective Mutism Research Institute, and is the founder & Director Enetiris of the Selective Mutism Association (SMA). A global expert, Dr. E also hosts the Unspoken Words podcast.

SMart Center Announces Date for 3rd Annual SMRI Fundraiser

2025-06-08T20:51:50-04:00October 3rd, 2023|

On Wednesday, November 29th, Chef Pushkar Marathe and Stage Kitchen and Bar will create an amazing 4-course dinner paired with fabulous wines to benefit [...]

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Ask Dr. E: Is it Possible to be “Too” Comfortable?

2024-12-12T09:17:07-05:00September 18th, 2023|

“I love the concept, ‘comfort precedes communication’. But does a child make progress when they're "too" comfortable?”   "This is a great opportunity to discuss our [...]

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EP16: How to navigate the testing & assessment process at school and accommodate school-related difficulties

2025-08-13T14:10:39-04:00September 1st, 2023|Tags: , , , , |

Dr. E sits down with SMart Center Lead Clinician Jennifer Brittingham to discuss ways to navigate the testing and assessment process and more!

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Why are most teachers so resistant to learning about Selective Mutism?

2024-12-12T09:17:08-05:00August 22nd, 2023|

“Why are most teachers so resistant to learning about SM? The pressure-based treatment my child has received at school has set them back. The [...]

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EP15: Differences between 504 and IEP plans, getting the school on board with treatment, building social skills & more

2025-08-13T14:10:46-04:00August 21st, 2023|Tags: , , , , |

Dr. E is joined by SMart Center Lead Clinician Jennifer Brittingham to discuss the differences between 504 and IEP plans, ways to get your child’s school staff on board with treatment, and more!

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