“We feel we gave birth to a whole new person” "Sophie" never talked in school until 4th grade. No one heard her voice besides parents, grand- parents, and sister. Mom said "we would do anything to set her free; nothing worked". Now it's "overwhelmingly positive". This interview highlights the reality that in most cases one to one counseling with a young child with selective mutism is unproductive. Think about it. The child has no initiative (motivation) for healing, and the therapist most oft...
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“We feel we gave birth to a whole new person” "Sophie" never talked in school until 4th grade. No one heard her voice besides parents, grand- parents, and sister. Mom said "we would do anything to set her free; nothing worked". Now it's "overwhelmingly positive". This interview highlights the reality that in most cases one to one counseling with a young child with selective mutism is unproductive. Think about it. The child has no initiative (motivation) for healing, and the therapist most oft...
Parenting The Socially Phobic & Avoidant Adult: Episode 1 - Critical Information for Parents and Concerned Persons of Adults
Parenting The Socially Phobic & Avoidant Adult
39 minutes
2 years ago
Parenting The Socially Phobic & Avoidant Adult: Episode 1 - Critical Information for Parents and Concerned Persons of Adults
The socially phobic adult with avoidant personality and overly dependent behavior presents a complex and daunting therapeutic challenge. In fact, the mental health professions have been confounded by this clinical scenario. This podcast provides critical information for parents and concerned persons of adults who have had a long-term struggle or paralysis with launching. Launching refers to social, academic, career, relationship, and emotional pursuits. Jonathan Berent, L.C.S.W. has pio...
Parenting The Socially Phobic & Avoidant Adult
“We feel we gave birth to a whole new person” "Sophie" never talked in school until 4th grade. No one heard her voice besides parents, grand- parents, and sister. Mom said "we would do anything to set her free; nothing worked". Now it's "overwhelmingly positive". This interview highlights the reality that in most cases one to one counseling with a young child with selective mutism is unproductive. Think about it. The child has no initiative (motivation) for healing, and the therapist most oft...
