37. Advocacy & Success with Dr. Steven Kurtz

The annual Selective Mutism Association Conference will be held in a fully-virtual format on October 2 and 3, 2021. Click here for more information https://www.selectivemutism.org/.../online-selective.../   Also check out SMA's library of free webinars: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GwY4kccpkcmgl-uNIA5tg 

Dr. Steven Kurtz of Kurtz Psychology talks about teaching Self-Advocacy in Selective Mutism Treatment and shares success stories!  Don't miss the free upcoming webinars at SMA

Chelsea talks about the differences between tantrums & meltdowns.    Order my children's book I Am Brave: https://amzn.to/3uXvpqA Outloudsm.com 

Chelsea and Anne talk about her new children's book, I Am Brave. They announce a signed book giveaway coming soon to our instagram and Facebook page! Link to the book: https://amzn.to/3uXvpqA Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outloudsmpodcast/ Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/outloudsmpodcast  

Caitlin and Jessica are sisters who grew up with Selective Mutism and anxiety. They tell us the similarities and differences in their experiences.  If you're interested in being a guest on Outloud The Selective Mutism Podcast Click Here Order I Am Brave

In this episode Chelsea and Dr. Elisa Shipon-Blum talk about Adults & Selective Mutism, the barriers they face, and how to get help.  Resources: https://www.selectivemutism.org  https://selectivemutismcenter.org 

Silence by Antje Bothin Talkative at home, happy and loud But quiet and withdrawn in a crowd Silent at school and in the shop Does this selective mutism ever stop? It is not a choice This hiding of the voice When people are around There is no sound. Like a sudden freeze Being in a tight squeeze Unable to talk Nowhere to walk. Observing and listening is easy to do But asking and joining in is hard to pursue Keep trying and trying again Nothing is ever in vain. If  people only knew That kindness is the thing to do Inclusion, no pressure and some fun in life Is all that is needed to thrive! And there is another one: Incredibly Invisible by Antje Bothin Invisibility was her natural superpower She could do it every minute and every hour She could miraculously hide herself away She had absolutely nothing to say Her mind had the words ready in a crowd But her voice could never be heard aloud Nobody could see her stare Because she wasn’t really there She could dress in red or green And she wouldn’t actually be seen She could do whatever she pleased Nobody would notice if she sneezed She could even take things and leave But people wouldn’t in the slightest perceive The signs that she had been present at all Even if she suffered a terrible fall But she is free now, happy and strong The things she does usually never go wrong Because invisibility is her incredible superpower And she is proud of it like a radiant sunflower!

Nika and her mom, Jana come on Outloud to talk about their experiences with Selective Mutism, what has helped, and words of encouragement for those still struggling.  Nika also tells us about 100 Kind Deeds Day & This Life Rocks! Find her @life_rocks on instagram and https://www.facebook.com/thisliferocks/ 

Chelsea and Michelle the mindset coach collaborate to talk about Selective Mutism, being bilingual, and high sensitivity.  Find Michelle on instagram @Michelle_themindsetcoach on instagram and at michellethemindsetcoach.com

Max talks about growing up with Situational Mutism without diagnosis or treatment, the impact of culture and religion on her experience and how she ultimately overcame SM.   Find her at LinkTree and MaxGetsCurious.com