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Selective Mutism in Adults: What It Is & How to Overcome It

💬 “Can adults have Selective Mutism? And if so, how can they overcome it?”

Selective Mutism (SM) is often associated with children, but many adults experience the same challenges—struggling to speak in social or professional situations due to anxiety and fear. Today, I’m speaking with Dr. Antje Bothin, a communication coach, author, and Director of Assertive Voices, who has lived experience with SM and now helps others find their voice.

In This Video, We Cover:
✔️ How Selective Mutism affects adults differently than children
✔️ Practical strategies for managing speech anxiety in daily life
✔️ Support options for adults with SM and how to access them
✔️ Is recovery possible, and what does it look like?

Antje’s work—including mindful creative writing classes and support groups—helps adults gradually build confidence in communication, both personally and professionally.
📌 Looking for more guidance? My Brave Muscle Method helps multilingual children find their voice in any language. Reach out if you’d like personalized support!

Connect with Dr Antjie
Facebook -   / assertivevoices0  
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Linkedin -   / dr-antje-bothin-assertivevoices  
LinkedIn -   / assertive-voices  

Online training course about support and accommodations for people working with adults with SM:
https://www.udemy.com/course/selectiv...

Free workplace resource for positive company culture and inclusion for employers with adult staff with SM created in collaboration with See Me Scotland:
https://www.seemescotland.org/media/1...

Book 'Annika and the Treasure of Iceland' on Amazon -
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Annika-Treas...

Free Sample Chapter Download -
https://languagedoc-143161562.hubspot...

Book 'Quiet: A Poem about Selective Mutism' on Amazon -
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Quiet-poem-a...

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HELLO and welcome!! My name is Anna Biavati and I am a specialist Speech & Language Therapist. I made this channel to share my passion for sharing language tips to help your child communicate outside your home but doing so in a fun and relaxed way.

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🔗 Helpful Links & Resources

🎓 Courses & Programs
👉 Steps to Brave Talking (Main Course):
https://stepstobravetalking.com/
👉 Awesome Powers Academy (Parent Program):
https://awesomepowers.stepstobravetal...
👉 The Brave Muscle Method Blueprint (Free Training)
Reach out via email for personalized support: [email protected]

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✨ Steps To Brave Talking is OPEN again! ✨
👉 Join here: https://stepstobravetalking.com/

My course gives parents the tools, strategies, and support to gently guide your journey 💬💛
But here’s something special → I’m also running a Parent Research Project to keep improving and personalizing the course. Your voice matters just as much as your child’s. 🌟

👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 By joining, you’ll:
✔ Contribute to shaping the future of Steps To Brave Talking
✔ Share your real experiences as a parent
✔ Help create resources that truly reflect family needs
👉 Join here: https://stepstobravetalking.com/paren...

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🌐 Social Media & Support Communities

🔵 Facebook Page:
Scottish Selective Mutism Speech Therapy
  / selective.mutism.therapy  
👥 Facebook Support Group:
Selective Mutism Support Hub
  / selectivemutismsupporthub  
📸 Instagram:
@selective_mutism_anna_biavati
  / selective_mutism_anna_biavati  

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❓ Have Questions or Suggestions?
Got a question about your child’s communication journey? Or a topic you’d like us to cover in our next email or video? Fill out the form here:
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