A Few of My Favorite Resources, Books, Podcasts, Etc.
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Resources about Selective Mutism are still rare, so I’ve compiled the following resources for parents and professionals.
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DIR®-SM A Developmental Approach to Selective Mutism Intervention
Therapy Resources
Podcasts & Videos
Managing Selective Mutism
The Anxious Child Podcast
An episode featuring Dr. Jo discussing her own personal journey as a parent of a child with Selective Mutism, some good first steps for parents and professionals, some basic dos and don’ts in working with a child who has SM, the latest research on SM, and more.
Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) Devices
An interview with Daria Brown of Affect Autism about Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC).
Unlocking Voices: A Breakthrough Intervention for Selective Mutism Using DIRFloortime®
An interview with Anna Biavati, speech-language therapist and developer of the Brave Muscle Method.
Caregiver Connections: DIRFloortime® Overview
Dr. Jo discusses DIRFloortime® and its use as a framework for clinicians and caregivers.
SLPs and Selective Mutism
Speech Time Fun Podcast
An episode featuring Dr. Jo discussing strategies for speech therapists to utilize when supporting students with Selective Mutism.
REConnections Education Center offers Unique Education in New Port Richey
News segment about the DIRFloortime-based school Dr. Jo and her colleague, Dr. Lili Bernhardt, co-founded.
Selective Mutism: Insights and Support
An Instagram Live with Nagwa Khedr about DIRFloortime® and Selective Mutism.
Caregiver Connections: Alternatives to ABA
Dr. Jo discusses alternatives to the use of Applied Behavior Analysis.
The Power of Purposeful Communication
An episode featuring Dr. Jo discussing her school, Reconnections Education Center, career inspiration, and upcoming new book.
Treatment of Selective Mutism in the Pediatric Population
An interview for SpeechTherapy PD with Stephanie Michele Sweigart about using the DIR-Selective Mutism model
Caregiver Connections: Anxiety Around the Holidays
Dr. Jo and Stephen Quinlan, Social Worker, discuss ways to reduce children's anxiety around the holiday season.
Articles & Blog Posts
Selective Mutism: Motivation Within Varying Treatment Approaches
An article featuring the work of Dr. Jo regarding the use of DIRFloortime® to assess and treat Selective Mutism.
The Power of Purposeful Communication
An episode featuring Dr. Jo discussing her school, Reconnections Education Center, career inspiration, and upcoming new book.
New Pasco School Promises to Look Beyond The Diagnosis of Kids with Special Needs
News article about the DIRFloortime®-based school Dr. Jo and her colleague, Dr. Lili Bernhardt, co-founded.
Treatment Can Help Kids with Selective Mutism
A news article about the first multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment clinic for Selective Mutism that was founded by Dr. Jo.
Selective Mutism: Strategies and Tips for Treatment
An article written by Dr. Jo giving abridged highlights for some SM materials that SLPs and educators can utilize.
Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) Devices
A transcript of an interview with Affect Autism about Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC).
New Special Needs School Set to Open in New Port Richey
An article featuring Dr. Jo discussing her school, Reconnections Education Center, her inspiration for starting it, and her work supporting children with developmental and sensory needs.
Best Practices Guidebook: Supporting Students' Self-Efficacy
A guidebook co-authored by Dr. Jo on supporting children's self-efficacy, used to build self-esteem and confidence.
DIRFloortime® in Assessing and Treating Selective Mutism
An article written by Dr. Jo about DIRFloortime® and how it is a comprehensive treatment model for Selective Mutism.
ICDL Newsflash: Floortime and Selective Mutism
A brief overview of the DIRFloortime® framework and its use in supporting children with Selective Mutism
Featured Blog Posts About Selective Mutism
