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Understanding selective mutism

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Understanding selective mutism

What is selective mutism?

Is selective mutism the same as shyness, refusal, or defiance?

How is selective mutism diagnosed?

What causes selective mutism? Is it caused by trauma?

How is selective mutism assessed in bilingual or multilingual people?

Is selective mutism a speech disorder?

When does selective mutism usually begin?

Can selective mutism continue into adulthood?

What does effective treatment involve?

Will a child grow out of selective mutism?

What treatments are used for selective mutism?

Can selective mutism occur alongside autism or ADHD?

Should every related challenge be treated at once?

Is medication used to treat selective mutism?

What should I look for in a selective mutism clinician?

How does care work?

What is Braverly Health?

Who is Braverly for?

What makes Braverly different from general therapy?

Does Braverly offer social skills practice?

Can I enroll only in social skills practice?

How does virtual care work for selective mutism?

How long does treatment take, and how is progress measured?

What if speaking is difficult during an evaluation or session?

Can Braverly coordinate with a current therapist or other providers?

Does Braverly offer psychiatry?

How can caregivers support care?

How do parents and caregivers participate?

Can caregiver coaching be used without individual therapy?

What happens in a caregiver coaching session?

Can more than one caregiver participate?

How are children, teens, and adults involved in care decisions?

What should adults do when someone with selective mutism cannot speak?

How can support extend beyond sessions?

Can other people or settings be involved in care?

How does Braverly work with schools?

Can Braverly participate in school meetings?

Do schools need to wait for a formal diagnosis?

Can Braverly recommend supports for a 504 Plan or IEP?

Are Braverly resources available to teachers?

What should I know before reaching out?

Do I need a diagnosis before contacting or referring to Braverly?

What information should I include in a referral?

Can school staff refer a student directly?

Can Braverly accept referrals from health systems?

Does Braverly offer provider education?

Does Braverly work with payers?

What if Braverly is not the right fit?

Does Braverly accept insurance?

What if Braverly is not available in my state?

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