Fifth Annual SMRI Fundraiser at Stage Kitchen & Bar
Join us at Stage Kitchen & Bar on Thursday, January 29, 2026, for a memorable evening in support of the Selective Mutism Research Institute [...]
EP66: How Shining Star, Leo, Overcame Selective Mutism
EP66 features the latest installment of our Shining Stars series, where we sit down with former SMart Center patients – or their parents – and discuss how they overcame Selective Mutism. In this episode, we meet former SMart Center patient Leo.
EP65: A Parent’s Guide to Navigating Selective Mutism w/ Dr. Jami Furr
EP65 of the Unspoken Words podcast features a discussion between Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and clinical psychiatrist, Dr. Jamie Furr, on the critical role parents play in their child's Selective Mutism treatment.
EP64 (Ask Dr. E): Shyness vs SM, Key Indicators, Diagnosis & more
EP64 of the Unspoken Words podcast features our latest installment of our Ask Dr. E series, where we answer real questions from our listeners. In this episode, we answer five essential questions about Selective Mutism
EP63: Halloween Tips & Tricks w/ Dr. Jenna Blum
EP63 features a discussion between Dr E and Dr. Jenna Blum, a lead Clinical Psychologist at the SMart Center and the Director of the SMart Center’s growing general mental health department, Counseling & Assessments. In this episode, Dr. E and Dr. Jenna discuss the upcoming Halloween holiday.
EP62: Empowering Independence in Selectively Mute Teens w/ Dr. Jenna Blum
In this episode, Dr. E and Dr. Jenna discuss how to encourage decision making, the importance of fostering self-help skills, developing your child’s problem-solving skills and more.
EP61: How Shining Star, Josiah, Became “Full Volume Everywhere”
In this episode, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and Dr. D’Angelo discuss Josiah’s unique but relatable experience with Selective Mutism, breakthrough strategies and surprise moments, going from isolated to “full volume everyone”, and much, much more.
EP60: Helping Kids with Selective Mutism Bounce Back from Setbacks w/ Dr. Natalie Weder
EP60 of the Unspoken Words podcast features a discussion between Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and psychiatrist, Dr. Natalie Weder, on how to help young children bounce back from social and emotional setbacks. In the episode, Dr. Elisa-Shipon-Blum and Dr. Natalie Weder discuss resilience, reframing, recognizing micro-moments of success and more.
EP59: Live Chat w/ Parents @ CommuniCamp™
In the episode, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and three participating parents discuss strategies for a positive start to the school year, navigating the bathroom issue at school, what to do when your child refuses to go to school and more.
EP58: Selective Mutism and the Power of Play w/ Dr. Jody LeVos
In the episode, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and Dr. Jody LeVos discuss how different types of play—from structured therapy to free exploration—can be integrated into treatment to support emotional regulation and encourage speech development.
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