Overcoming Selective Mutism: The Parent's Field Guide

Overcoming Selective Mutism is a comprehensive guidebook offering parents the knowledge and guidance they need to move their child beyond silence. The authors offer a creative and motivating Journey theme to introduce tools that help parents and children plan and conquer some of the most common challenges associated with selective mutism. Parents can be important advocates and skillful interventionists, helping children to become brave and confident speakers and reach the top of Peers Peak, School Summit and Community Crest! Drawing from their respective experiences as a clinician who has treated hundreds of children with selective mutism and a parent of a child with selective mutism, authors Dr. Aimee Kotrba and Shari J. Saffer provide clear strategies to increase speaking and reduce anxiety. Plan your child’s journey to confidence with: Research-based intervention tools and expert step-by-step guidance Practical skills to help your child increase speech with peers, adults and educators Easy-to-understand handouts and cheat sheets for teachers, caregivers and schools Colorful worksheets, planning pages for adults, and activities for children to practice bravery in speaking

Dr. Aimee Kotrba is the owner of Thriving Minds, a pediatric psychology clinic specializing in selective mutism. Her passion is providing exceptional, research-based behavioral treatment for selective mutism and related anxiety issues. She is a nationally-recognized speaker and the author of Selective Mutism: An Assessment and Intervention Guide for Therapists, Educators, and Parents. Shari J. Saffer is a mental health advocate, educator, and former international consultant with an elite management consulting firm serving Fortune 500 clients. Shari is proud to have successfully guided her daughter on the path to overcoming selective mutism with thoughtful planning, measured accountability and fresh, fun and innovative ideas. She encourages and supports other families and children finding their way.