Shining Stars – Molly
Meet Molly Ever since Molly was young, her parents realized she was mute in a variety of settings. Molly was non-verbal in school, around unfamiliar [...]
Why are most teachers so resistant to learning about Selective Mutism?
“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 [...]
How Does an IEP differ from a 504?
Here’s a quick explainer of how an IEP is different than a 504 plan. An IEP is not the same as a 504 [...]
EP15: Differences between 504 and IEP plans, getting the school on board with treatment, building social skills & more
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!
4 Tips for Back to School
As we approach the start of another school year, we have put together a comprehensive guide for parents to support their children with Selective [...]
EP14: Back to School (September 2022)
Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum welcomes Jennifer Brittingham LPC, a SMart Center lead clinician and school consultant to the podcast to discuss all things back to school!
Ask Dr. E: How do I know if medication is or isn’t the best answer?
I am a grandmother of a teen struggling with SM. No close friends other than her siblings and no interaction at school. How do I [...]
Shining Stars – Suzie
Meet Suzie At 1 year old, Suzie's* parents noticed she wasn't talking in school. She told her parents she was too shy to speak outside [...]
Shining Stars – Audrey
Meet Audrey When Audrey was young, she was completely non-verbal in almost all settings. She struggled in school to participate and interact with peers. After [...]
Ask Dr E: How to apply CBT, build friendships, assess your child’s emotional regulation & more
Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum answers five questions relating to teenagers with Selective Mutism.