Stage 3 on the Social Communication Bridge®: One Stage…Many Levels of Communication
By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum When people hear that Stage 3 of the Social Communication Bridge® is the Verbal Communication stage, they [...]
Understanding Whispering in Children with Selective Mutism
By Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum Selective Mutism (SM) is a complex anxiety disorder where individuals, often children/teens, are unable to speak in specific [...]
Silent Goals: Setting the Stage Without Saying a Word – How Adults Can ‘Set Up the World’ to Support Communication Readiness in Children with Selective Mutism GallerySilent Goals: Setting the Stage Without Saying a Word – How Adults Can ‘Set Up the World’ to Support Communication Readiness in Children with Selective Mutism
Silent Goals: Setting the Stage Without Saying a Word – How Adults Can ‘Set Up the World’ to Support Communication Readiness in Children with Selective Mutism
By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum For children with Selective Mutism (SM), social communication doesn’t begin with words; it begins with the environment. [...]
🎆 Supporting Children and Teens with Selective Mutism on the Fourth of July & Other Large Gatherings 🎆
By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum The Fourth of July is often filled with fun, family, and fireworks. But for many children and teens [...]
EP79: How to Choose the Right Treatment Program for Your Child w/ Dr. Jenna
Episode 79 features a discussion between Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and Dr. Jenna Blum on the power of intensive group treatment for Selective Mutism, and why a few focused days can do what weekly therapy alone often cannot for children, teens, and adults.
EP78: Why Preparation Reduces Anxiety and Unlocks Communication w/ Dr. Jenna
Episode 78 features a discussion between Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and Dr. Jenna Blum on the power of preparation and why simple action plans can dramatically lower anxiety and unlock social communication.
Shining Stars: Jocelyn
When Jocelyn was 5 years old, she struggled to speak anywhere outside of her home, especially in school.Sshe wanted to answer questions, make friends, [...]
Look, Listen, and Learn: What Children and Teens with Selective Mutism Are Telling Us Without Words
By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum For children and teens with Selective Mutism (SM), communication isn’t just about talking—it’s about feeling emotionally [...]
EP77: How to Read the Subtle Messages From Your Child Using “Look, Listen, & Learn”
Episode 77 features a discussion between Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum and Dr. Jenna Blum, introducing one of the most transformative frameworks in selective mutism treatment: Look, Listen, Learn.
✨ Boredom Isn’t Always Bad! Helping Children Learn, Grow, and Build Confidence Through Unstructured Time ✨
By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum Boredom is something every child experiences, but for many children, especially those with anxiety, Selective Mutism, ADHD, [...]
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