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🌟 What Causes Processing Challenges in Children with Selective Mutism? 🌟

2026-09-28T13:07:30-04:00September 28th, 2026|

By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum & Dr. Jenna Blum Interested in scheduling a comprehensive assessment? Get started now! When we think about [...]

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“But They’re Fine at School!” — Understanding School Refusal in Children with Selective Mutism

2026-09-22T15:30:44-04:00September 22nd, 2026|

By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum When anxiety and meltdowns happen at home, the solution may begin at school. Your child screams, cries, [...]

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Your Child’s Journey to Communication Success Starts with YOU!

2026-09-15T11:56:32-04:00September 15th, 2026|

By Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum We know how much you want to help your child overcome Selective Mutism (SM) and find their voice in [...]

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Parents Aren’t the Only Ones Who Can Look, Listen & Learn; Children and Teens Can Too!

2026-09-10T11:54:33-04:00September 10th, 2026|

By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum When helping children and teens with Selective Mutism (SM) or social communication anxiety, we often focus on [...]

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When Focus, Feelings, and Words Collide: How ADHD Impacts Communication in Children with Selective Mutism

2026-09-09T09:06:41-04:00September 4th, 2026|

By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum & Dr. Jenna Blum Interested in scheduling ADHD testing? Learn more now! For children and teens with [...]

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Why Giving Your Child a Job During Social Gatherings Can Transform Communication

2026-09-01T13:35:16-04:00September 1st, 2026|

How Purposeful Roles Promote Social Communication Progression By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum  Family gatherings, birthday parties, holiday celebrations, and neighborhood events can [...]

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Comprehensive ADHD Evaluations for Individuals with Selective Mutism

2026-09-10T16:44:08-04:00August 26th, 2026|

By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum  BOOK A CALL TO LEARN MORE Individuals with Selective Mutism (SM) may also experience difficulties with attention, executive [...]

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Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnostic Assessment (ADOS-2 & ADIR)

2026-09-10T16:42:01-04:00August 26th, 2026|

By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum  BOOK A CALL TO LEARN MORE The SMart Center provides effective and evidence-based assessments and treatment recommendations for [...]

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Small Steps, Big Growth: Home-Based Socialization Opportunities for Children with Selective Mutism This Summer & Into the School Year

2026-08-18T10:04:23-04:00August 18th, 2026|

By Dr. Elisa Shipon Blum  Why Home-Based Socialization Opportunities Matter Children with Selective Mutism benefit most from individualized, lowpressure opportunities that: Build [...]

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