Selective Mutism Therapy & Support

17/11/2025

If your child isn’t talking, try this today:
1️⃣ Go for a walk together
2️⃣ Use a softer voice when you speak
3️⃣ Play a game that makes you both laugh

Words aren’t the goal—connection is.

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16/11/2025

Parenting asks us to feel, remember, and grow all at once.
We’re learning, just like our children. 🌸

💌 Join my community of parents, professionals, and teachers for weekly encouragement, gentle neuroscience, and heart-led tools to help quiet children feel safe to speak.
👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/selectivemutismsupporthub

15/11/2025

Your brain believes every word you say to yourself.

If you keep saying “I can’t,” “I’m not good enough,” or “This is too hard,” — your brain believes that too.

But the amazing thing is… the brain can change.

Through neuroplasticity, every kind thought and gentle repetition helps rewire your Brave Muscle, the part of your brain that connects calm, courage, and communication.

💛 That’s why I’ve created 20 DAYS OF KIND MANTRAS. A short, simple affirmations for children, teens, and parents to build self-belief, resilience, and calm from the inside out.

For the next 20 days, I’ll be sharing one mantra at a time, each one a gentle reminder that you are learning, growing, and that it’s okay to try.

11/11/2025

💬 "I wouldn't hesitate to attend another course with them and recommend it to others."

Hearing the words of families, professionals, and individuals living with selective mutism reminds us why we do this work. 💛

Every breakthrough—no matter how small—is worth celebrating.
👉 Read their story and feel encouraged today.

Ready to take the next step?
🔗 Book a free discovery call: http://bit.ly/3U6auj0
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09/11/2025

Joy and laughter aren’t extras — they’re how the brain learns to trust. 💫
Safety, connection, and relationship build brave pathways.

If you’d like more heart-led guidance each week — join my newsletter (https://www.stepstobravetalking.com/) or our Facebook community (https://www.facebook.com/groups/selectivemutismsupporthub) for parents and professionals supporting brave talking. 🌿

08/11/2025

You might notice your child chatting freely with one person… and completely shutting down with another.
It’s easy to think it’s about who they like or trust — but really, it’s about what their nervous system feels in that moment.

🧠 When the body senses safety, speech flows.
🐢 When it senses threat (even subtle), the voice disappears.

It’s not personal — it’s neurological.
And that means with the right support, safety can be rebuilt.

Has your child ever spoken easily with one person but not another? Share below — you’re not alone in this.

👉Watch the full video here → https://youtu.be/hvShxIKYsEI

06/11/2025

Have you noticed your child speaks freely to one person… but not another? It’s not about who they like or trust — it’s about what their nervous system feels in that moment.

In this reel, I explain how the body decides when it’s safe to speak — and why you can’t force comfort, but you can build it.

💫 This understanding changes everything. It’s the bridge between fear and brave talking — one step, one safe moment at a time.

👉Watch the full video here → https://youtu.be/hvShxIKYsEI

05/11/2025

💬 "Her confidence is growing and she is thriving and enjoying school."

This parent found hope and direction through the right support.
👉 Read what they say—because every small step matters.

Ready to take the next step?
🔗 Book a free discovery call: http://bit.ly/3U6auj0
👥 Join our free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/selectivemutismsupporthub
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03/11/2025

One parent told me: ‘We stopped asking for words. Instead, we laughed, played, and walked. A week later, my daughter whispered, “Look mummy.”

That’s progress. Safe body → safe voice

Comment if you’ve seen progress outside of words.

✨ Click here to join my weekly newsletter — where I share gentle guidance, real stories, and practical tools to help your child’s brave voice grow.
👉 https://www.stepstobravetalking.com/

03/11/2025

🎉 Selective Mutism Awareness Challenge WINNERS! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who joined the challenge, shared your stories, reflected, and raised awareness. Every post, comment, and moment of courage helps more families understand that progress begins with safety, connection, and trust.

And now… the winners are! 🥁

🏆 1st Prize: A 30-minute consultation with me, Anna Biavati SLT
🥈 2nd Prize: £100 discount for the Steps to Brave Talking course
🥉 3rd Prize: Doing What It Takes: A Selective Mutism Case Book by Libby Hill

Your bravery and dedication inspire me every single day.
Keep being curious, kind, and brave — one small step at a time.

Watch the replay here: https://youtu.be/hWKet3G6Md8

02/11/2025

Before words come trust. Before speech, there’s safety.
That’s where brave talking begins. ✨

Join our growing community of parents, teachers, and professionals — learning how to build safety before speech.

🕊️ Learn more about SM on my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/), and through the weekly Steps to Brave Talking newsletter (https://www.stepstobravetalking.com/)

31/10/2025

VIDEO LIVE

I tried to do a video live here but I failed, BUT i did not give up. Let's celebrate our winners

Join me for a fun and inspiring live where we’ll celebrate our Challenge winners 🏆 — and I’ll also share my top reflections and takeaways from yesterday’s w...