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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.

EP50: Autism Spectrum Disorder & SM – Parental Self-Care Strategies w/ Janeen Herskovitz, LMHC

2025-06-08T20:52:37-04:00April 7th, 2025|

In this episode, Dr. E and Janeen discuss the importance of self-care for parents, strategies and tips, understanding emotional dysregulation, and more.

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Selective Mutism and Autism: Similarities, Differences, and How to Support Children with Both

2025-05-14T20:54:16-04:00March 31st, 2025|

By Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum When a child struggles to speak or connect socially, parents and professionals may wonder: Is this Selective Mutism (SM), [...]

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EP49: INTRO TO SENSORY CHALLENGES & SELECTIVE MUTISM w/ DR. BETHANY BILODEAU

2025-06-08T20:52:36-04:00March 25th, 2025|

In this episode, Dr. E and Dr. B discuss the relationship between Selective Mutism & Sensory Processing Disorder, Signs Your Child May Have Sensory Issues, Tips to Help your Child with Sensory Issues and more.

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Selective Mutism in the School Virtual Conference

2025-08-15T13:12:29-04:00March 20th, 2025|

Understanding Selective Mutism in the School Setting Selective Mutism (SM) is more than just an inability to speak; it is a complex social communication anxiety [...]

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Selective Mutism and Misophonia: Understanding the Connection and How to Help

2025-05-14T20:57:02-04:00March 13th, 2025|

By Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum Selective Mutism (SM) and misophonia are two unique challenges that often intersect in ways that can make life particularly [...]

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EP48: HOW SHINING STAR, ALEX, OVERCAME SELECTIVE MUTISM

2025-06-08T20:52:36-04:00March 10th, 2025|

In this episode, Dr. E and Alex discuss Alex’s journey with Selective Mutism, what worked during her treatment, advice she has for those still working to overcome SM, and much, much more. 

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Gradual Steps to Support Comfort & Communication for Children with Selective Mutism

2025-05-14T20:57:51-04:00February 26th, 2025|

By Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum Helping children with Selective Mutism (SM) build social connections takes time and care. Many of these children are highly [...]

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EP47: Ask Dr. E- Contamination, OCD, SM at Home & more

2025-06-08T20:52:36-04:00February 24th, 2025|

In the episode, we answer five questions, including how to deal with contamination; if your child’s impatient, demand-driven behavior is a sign of OCD, if it’s possible to develop SM at home but speak clearly at school and more. 

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