Selective Mutism
Who?
Individuals who:
- frequently speak in some settings but not at all in other settings
- speak to some people but never to others and/or novel people
- present as “shy”
What?
- Non-invasive play and social interactions, while staying in environments the child is most familiar/comfortable in
- Gently reduce the client’s anxiety while increasing their ability to speak
- Work within the client’s home, school and community settings