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

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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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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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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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Read more about Dr. Jenna here

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

EP31 of the Unspoken Words podcast features a detailed discussion between Dr. E and Dr. Eric Endlich on the process and challenges of securing college accommodations for students with disabilities.

In the episode, Dr. E and Dr. Endlich discuss the differences between K-12 and college accommodations, the role of self-advocacy, types of accommodations available, the importance of early preparation and parental involvement and more.

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

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Chapters:

(4:33) UNDERSTANDING COLLEGE DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

(13:35) BEST COLLEGES FOR STUDENT ACCOMMODATIONS

(19:42) EXAMPLES OF NON-ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATIONS

(27:03) EXAMPLES OF ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATIONS

(36:13) WHEN TO DISCLOSE A DISABILITY TO YOUR COLLEGE

(44:53) IMPORTANCE OF STARTING COLLEGE SELECTION PROCESS EARLY

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Visit Dr. Eric Endlich’s Top College Consultants here

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

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

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In the latest installment of our Ask Dr. E series, Dr. E answers five teen-related listener questions, including whether changing schools can serve as a fresh start for your teen, how to handle a teen who won’t leave their room, how to continue supporting and encouraging your teen and more.

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Chapters:

(2:57) My son is 18 and is completely silent everywhere. He hasn’t spoken since 2nd grade. Are there any resources you recommend I check out and pass along?

(10:45) Will changing schools solve my teen’s mutism? If so, should I consider a special education school or a private school?

(17:09) I have a 15-year-old son with SM and social anxiety who refuses to go to school and stays in his bedroom all day. How can I help him? What’s a good first step?

(22:00) I have a 14-year-old daughter who has social communication difficulties, sensory processing difficulties and defiance at home. What training(s) do you recommend we check out to help support and encourage her?

(28:01) Is there a link between Multiple Personality Disorder and SM? My 17-yr-old brother, out of the blue, stopped talking to his close family in late 2022. Have you seen anything like this before?

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Ask Dr. E a question of your own!

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

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Listen to other episodes of Unspoken Words here.

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