The SLP’s Mini Series on Selective Mutism: From Awareness to Intervention

Learn how to confidently support students with selective mutism (SM) across identification, assessment, and intervention. This practical mini series gives school-based SLPs the tools to recognize red flags, use effective assessment strategies, and apply evidence-based treatment techniques that improve real-world communication.

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Selective mutism (SM) can be a challenging and often misunderstood communication disorder, but SLPs play a vital role in identifying, assessing, and supporting students who experience it. This three-part mini series equips speech-language pathologists with the tools and confidence to recognize the signs of SM, differentiate it from other diagnoses, and deliver evidence-based interventions that promote functional communication and social success.

Across these sessions, participants will explore:

*The foundations of selective mutism, including common myths, red flags, and how it presents in school settings
*Assessment strategies, diagnostic tools, and how to interpret findings to guide goal setting
*Practical, strengths-based treatment techniques rooted in current evidence

This series is ideal for school-based SLPs seeking actionable strategies they can apply immediately to better support students with selective mutism.

All courses will be available on demand by July 15, 2025.

Courses

The SLP’s Introduction to Selective Mutism - What Is It and What’s My Role?

This introductory webinar explores foundational information about selective mutism (SM) as it relates to the speech-language pathologist (SLP), including its definition, presentation in school settings, red flags, myths, and common comorbidities. Attendees will learn about the negative reinforcement cycle that drives avoidance of speaking and the SLP’s role in working with students with SM.

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Presenter

Emily LaracyM.A., M.S., CCC-SLP

The SLP’s Guide to Selective Mutism: Assessment Strategies and Diagnosis

Selective mutism (SM) negatively affects children’s pragmatic language, academic, and social-emotional skills, and falls under the speech-language pathologist’s scope of practice. This presentation will review the role of the SLP in assessing and diagnosing students with SM, provide assessment strategies and examples of specific tools, and review how to interpret results to set meaningful goals.

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Presenter

Emily LaracyM.A., M.S., CCC-SLP

The SLP’s Guide to Selective Mutism: Evidence-based Treatment Techniques

This presentation will provide the knowledge and tools to empower speech-language pathologists to take an active role in treating students with selective mutism (SM). We will review several evidence-based techniques and how these skills apply to speech therapy. Examples of activities and ways to target a variety of pragmatic language skills to improve functional communication will be discussed.

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Presenter

Emily LaracyM.A., M.S., CCC-SLP

The SLP’s Mini Series on Selective Mutism: From Awareness to Intervention: $65.00
This practical mini-series includes 3 courses and equips school-based SLPs with the confidence and tools to support students with selective mutism. Learn to identify red flags, conduct effective assessments, and implement evidence-based interventions that enhance real-world communication. Includes access to the recorded series and optional ASHA reporting.