Unspoken Words: A Selective Mutism Podcast by Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum – Details, episodes & analysis

EP48 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. This episode, we meet former SMart Center patient, Alex Collins.

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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Chapters: 

(5:28) ALEX’S UNIQUE BUT RELATABLE EXPERIENCE WITH SELECTIVE MUTISM

(9:41) STRATEGIES THAT HELPED ALEX THE MOST DURING HER JOURNEY WITH SELECTIVE MUTISM

(14:34) ALEX’S LIFE AFTER SELECTIVE MUTISM

(18:15) ALEX’S ADVICE TO CHILDREN & PARENTS CURRENTLY WORKING TO OVERCOME SELECTIVE MUTISM

(21:45) HOW CHILDREN AND TEENS PROGRESS DURING COMMUNICAMP

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Ask Dr. E a question of your own! 

Learn more about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum 

Explore our SMart Center success stories! 

Get started at the SMart Center 

Listen to other Unspoken Words episodes here. 

For the best clips from every episode, follow the podcast on Instagram & YouTube 

Share our upcoming Selective Mutism In The School Virtual Conference with your child or teen’s school staff. 6.5 CEs/CEUs are available. 

Learn more about CommuniCamp, our 3+ day intensive group treatment and ALL DAY parent training & support program

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For all podcast inquiries, please contact Dakota Hornak at ⁠dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org⁠ 

This podcast was produced and promoted by New Edition Consulting (neweditionconsulting.com)

EP47 of the Unspoken Words podcast  features our latest installment of our Ask Dr. E series, where we answer real questions from our listeners.

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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Chapters: 

(4:18) How do you deal with contamination?

(11:12) Are my six-year-old daughter's impatience, refusal to comply until she gets what she wants, and negative assumptions about others related to OCD, and are they treatable?

(16:28) Can a teenager develop SM at home but speak clearly at school?

(20:44) How can I help my 10-year-old son with ASD and selective mutism continue building social confidence despite lingering anxiety in certain situations?

(25:14) Where should treatment start for a 4-year-old with selective mutism and "the quad," especially given school-related challenges, to maximize progress without overwhelming the child?

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Ask Dr. Ea question of your own! 

Learn more about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum 

Explore ourSMart Center success stories! 

Get started at the SMart Center 

Listen to other Unspoken Words episodeshere. 

For the best clips from every episode, follow the podcast onInstagram &YouTube 

Share ourupcoming Selective Mutism In The School Virtual Conference with your child or teen’s school staff. 6.5 CEs/CEUs are available. 

Learn more about C&A, our General Mental health Counseling & Assessments division.

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For all podcast inquiries, please contact Dakota Hornak at⁠dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org⁠ 

This podcast was produced and promoted byNew Edition Consulting (neweditionconsulting.com)

EP38 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. This episode, we meet Jenny, mom to Shining Star Emily. 

In this episode, Dr. E and Emily’s mom, Jenny, to discuss Emily’s SM journey, the importance of parental involvement, embracing our children’s unique gifts, and much, much more.

This podcast was produced by New Edition Consulting (neweditionconsulting.co) 

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Chapters: 

(2:35) 
(8:51) 
(15:47) 
(24:23) 
(33:26) 

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Ask Dr. E a question of your own! 

Learn more about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum 

Explore our SMart Center success stories! 

Get started at the SMart Center 

Listen to other Unspoken Words episodes here. 

For the best clips from every episode, follow the podcast on Instagram & YouTube 

Learn more about CommuniCamp, our 3+ day intensive group treatment and ALL DAY parent training & support program 

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For all podcast inquiries, please contact Dakota Hornak at ⁠dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org⁠ 

EP37 of the Unspoken Words podcast features a discussion between Dr E and Kati Morton, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, author and media personality – on how parents and caregivers can better manage the stress often associated with raising an individual with Selective Mutism. 

In this episode, Dr. E and Kati Morton discuss parent and caregiver stress, the importance of self-care for parents and caregivers, why modeling healthy behaviors to your children is so important and more. 

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This podcast was produced by New Edition Consulting (neweditionconsulting.co) 

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Chapters: 

(3:47) Strategies & Solutions to Navigate Caregiver Stress 
(9:32) Tools for Everyday Wellness 

(16:24) Importance of Showing Your Children Positive Self-Care Routines 
(22:20) Understanding Your Emotional Triggers 
(27:59) Simple Tools for Navigating Your Emotions

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Ask Dr. E a question of your own! 

Learn more about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum 

Explore our SMart Center success stories! 

Get started at the SMart Center 

Listen to other Unspoken Words episodes here. 

For the best clips from every episode, follow the podcast on Instagram & YouTube 

Learn more about CommuniCamp, our 3+ day intensive group treatment and ALL DAY parent training & support program 

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For all podcast inquiries, please contact Dakota Hornak at ⁠dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org⁠

EP36 of the Unspoken Words Podcast features a detailed discussion between Dr E and Dr. Jenna on Authoritative Parenting. 

In this episode, Dr. E and Dr. Jenna discuss the importance of authoritative parenting, why authoritative parenting is the most ideal type of parenting style during treatment, ways to become an authoritative parent and more. 

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This podcast was produced by New Edition Consulting (neweditionconsulting.co) 

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Ask Dr. E a question of your own! 

Learn more about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum 

Explore our SMart Center success stories! 

Get started at the SMart Center 

Listen to other Unspoken Words episodes here. 

For the best clips from every episode, follow the podcast on Instagram & YouTube 

Learn more about CommuniCamp, our 3+ day intensive group treatment and ALL DAY parent training & support program 

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For all podcast inquiries, please contact Dakota Hornak at ⁠dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org⁠ 

EP35 of the Unspoken Words podcast features our latest installment of our Ask Dr. E series. 

In the episode, we answer five listener questions, including ways to help a home-schooled child make friends, how to deal with SM as an adult, the concept of “parental expectations” and more. 

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This podcast was produced by New Edition Consulting (neweditionconsulting.co) 

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Chapters: 

(3:06) Bilingualism and Selective Mutism  

(8:13) Helping a Homeschooled Child Make Friends  

(14:42) Dealing with SM as an Adult  

(21:09) When Exposures Aren't Working  

(30:12) Parental Expectations and Community Camp  

(37:06) Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

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Ask Dr. E a question of your own! 

Learn more about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum 

Explore our SMart Center success stories! 

Get started at the SMart Center 

Listen to other Unspoken Words episodes here. 

For the best clips from every episode, follow the podcast on Instagram & YouTube 

Learn more about C&A, our General Mental health Counseling & Assessments division 

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For all podcast inquiries, please contact Dakota Hornak at ⁠dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org⁠ 

EP34 of the Unspoken Words podcast features a live chat with parents at CommuniCamp™, focusing on preparing children with Selective Mutism for the back-to-school transition. 

In the episode, Dr. E and four participating parents discuss unlearning old parenting habits, tips for acclimating to a new school year, balancing structure and flexibility as a parent and much, much more. 

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This podcast was produced by New Edition Consulting (neweditionconsulting.co) 

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Chapters: 

(2:49) INTROS 

(2:52) UNLEARNING OLD HABITS AS PARENTS 

(10:10) ACCLIMATING TO A NEW SCHOOL YEAR 

(18:00) BALANCING STRUCTURE & FLEXIBILITY IN PARENTING 

(25:43) TACKLING PRE-SCHOOL SEPARATION ANXIETY 

(35:49) TOILETING TIPS FOR ANXIOUS CHILDREN 

(45:03) HOW TO HELP YOUR SOCIALLY ANXIETY CHILD MAKE FRIENDS 

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Ask Dr. E a question of your own! 

Learn more about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum 

Explore our SMart Center success stories! 

Get started at the SMart Center 

Listen to other Unspoken Words episodes here. 

For the best clips from every episode, follow the podcast on Instagram & YouTube 

Learn more about CommuniCamp™, our 3+ Day CommuniCamp™ is an Intensive Group Treatment and ALL DAY Parent Training & Support Program.

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For all podcast inquiries, please contact Dakota Hornak at ⁠dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org⁠ 

EP33 of the Unspoken Words podcast features a detailed discussion between Dr. E and Dr. Jenna on the critical role parenting plays in the treatment of Selective Mutism. 

In the episode, Dr. E and Dr. Jenna dive into the four main parenting styles – permissive, authoritarian, uninvolved and authoritative – highlighting their characteristics and impact on treatment. 

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This podcast was produced by New Edition Consulting (neweditionconsulting.co) 

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Chapters: 

(4:58) UNDERSTANDING PARENTING STYLES & THEIR IMPACT 

(9:37) FINDING THE RIGHT PARENTING APPROACH 

(18:03) HOW PARENTING STYLES AFFECT OUR CHILDEN & TEENS 

(28:49) EXPLAINING THE 'UNINVOLVED PARENT' 

(38:40) THE IMPACT OF AUTHORITARIAN PARENTING 

(42:20) THE AUTHORITATIVE PARENTING APPROACH 

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Ask Dr. E a question of your own! 

Learn more about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum 

Explore our SMart Center success stories! 

Get started at the SMart Center 

Listen to other Unspoken Words episodes here. 

For the best clips from every episode, follow the podcast on Instagram & YouTube 

Learn more about C&A, our General Mental health Counseling & Assessments division 

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For all podcast inquiries, please contact Dakota Hornak at ⁠dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org⁠ 

This episode of the Unspoken Words podcast features a live chat with five parents at CommuniCamp. 

Dr. E discusses with the participating parents their experiences and concerns, particularly how their children become non-verbal in certain social situations such as meeting school peers. Strategies discussed include using bridging techniques, diligent parental involvement, the importance of school-based accommodations, and specific strategies used at CommuniCamp to help children gradually overcome their mutism. 

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This podcast was produced by New Edition Consulting (neweditionconsulting.co) 

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Chapters: 

(3:12) PARENT INTROS 

(4:34) MANAGING ANXIETY IN SOCIAL SETTINGS 

(13:49) HELPING CHILDREN TRANSITION TO NEW SCHOOLS 

(22:06) TIPS FOR ENGAGING NON-VERBAL CHILDREN 

(32:50) HELPING YOUR CHILD AT SOCIAL EVENTS 

(43:19) HOW COMMUNICAMP HELPS PARENTS UNDERSTNAD THEIR ROLE IN TREATMENT 

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Ask Dr. E a question of your own! 

Learn more about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum 

Explore our SMart Center success stories! 

Get started at the SMart Center 

Listen to other Unspoken Words episodes here. 

For the best clips from every episode, follow the podcast on Instagram & YouTube 

Learn more about C&A, our General Mental health Counseling & Assessments division 

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For all podcast inquiries, please contact Dakota Hornak at ⁠dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org⁠ 

In this episode, Dr. E. introduces Dr. Jenna to the SMart Center’s podcast audience.

Dr. Jenna received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology and is now working full-time at the SMart Center.

They discuss Dr. Jenna's passion for psychology, her career path, her upcoming role at the SMart Center and more. 

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This podcast was produced, published and promoted by New Edition Consulting (neweditionconsulting.co)

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Ask Dr. E a question of your own! 

Learn more about the host, Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum 

Explore our SMart Center success stories! 

Get started at the SMart Center 

Listen to other Unspoken Words episodes here. 

For the best clips from every episode, follow the podcast on Instagram & YouTube 

Learn more about C&A, our General Mental health Counseling & Assessments division 

Read more about Dr. Jenna here 

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For all podcast inquiries, please contact Dakota Hornak at ⁠dhornak@selectivemutismcenter.org⁠