Katelyn Reed on Raising Awareness for Selective Mutism: Washington Family Magazine

In this Washington FAMILY article, Katelyn Reed, MS, therapist at Thriving Minds Behavioral Health, shares insights on raising awareness for Selective Mutism and why early intervention is critical. She explains how symptoms often worsen over time and highlights integrated behavior therapy—20 weekly exposure-based sessions—as an effective treatment approach. This piece offers valuable information for parents and educators supporting children struggling to speak in certain settings.