189. All About Selective Mutism w/ Dr. Aimee Kotrba (Replay)

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. Have any of you worked with non-verbal kids? Many of us have. I’ve had several kids who were not speaking well into childhood and struggled with diagnostic impressions. In a few cases, it turned out to be selective mutism. My guest today, Dr. Aimee Kotrba, is an expert in this area. Aimee has specialized in selective mutism for years and shares a ton of helpful information during our interview. We talk about many key points like… * What exactly is selective mutism?* What are some common differential diagnoses?* How do you assess for selective mutism?* What are some common treatments for selective mutism? Cool Things Mentioned * Group Practice Exchange podcast episode w/ Aimee* BASC-3* SCARED* MASC* Selective Mutism Questionnaire* Aimee’s book: Selective Mutism: An Assessment and Intervention Guide… (affiliate link)* Aimee’s practice and trainings: thrivingmindsbehavioralhealth.com* Aimee’s email address: [email protected] * Selective Mutism Association The Testing Psychologist podcast is now approved for CEU’s! I’m excited to announce that I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! About Dr. Aimee Kotrba Dr. Aimee Kotrba is the owner and lead psychologist of Thriving Minds Behavioral Health, a pediatric psychology clinic with locations in Brighton and Chelsea, Michigan, dedicated to providing exceptional, research-based behavioral treatment for Selective Mutism and related anxiety issues. Dr. Kotrba is a nationally-recognized speaker and expert on the assessment and treatment of Selective Mutism, and is the coauthor of Overcoming Selective Mutism: A Field Guide for Parents as well as the author of Selective Mutism: An Assessment and Intervention Guide for Therapists, Educators, and Parents. About Dr. Jeremy Sharp I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Ce...