Area of Concern (Categories): Selective Mutism Interviews

This eight-year-old did not speak to anyone outside of her immediate family, not to friends, not in school, not in social activities. Her parents were

The following is a processing session with Henry and his mother. This occurred at session #15 of treatment, which was in the final stage. Please

Mom describes how “Jessica” age 12 struggled with selective mutism since age 8. In addition, profound developmental and social challenges were present. “Jessica” developed a

The most difficult and the most productive component of The Berent Treatment Method for Selective Mutism is the process of nurturing the child into attachment

“Talking in 5 Sessions” Zachary did not talk to his mother. He talked only to father and sister. No other person. He was totally shut

“We feel we gave birth to a whole new person” “Sophie” never talked in school until 4th grade. No one heard her voice besides parents,

This interview showcases the wonderful creativity of a mother. Teaching emotional vocabulary is an important component of treatment. All too often “anxiety” is a dirty

Sarah did not speak in school, which was the primary parental concern. She also did not participate in group activities. A speech therapist provided an

This is the perfect interview for people who think and wish that the young child will simply outgrow selective mutism. “Mike”, a 35-year old with