Guest Expert: Dr Melissa Giglio

In this episode, Dr. Melissa Giglio discusses her specialised approach to treating selective mutism through intensive therapy camps. She shares insights into the effectiveness of these camps, which provide 20 hours of therapy over five days, and how they have drawn families and clinicians from around the world. Dr. Giglio also emphasises the importance of niche mentoring for clinicians seeking to specialise in this area and expresses her passion for spreading evidence-based practices globally, including potential future camps in Australia.

Key Takeaways:

• Intensive Therapy Camps: Dr. Giglio runs intensive camps twice a year for children with selective mutism, offering a highly effective and immersive therapy experience.


• Global Outreach: These camps have attracted international participants, and there's a strong interest in expanding this model to other countries, including Australia.


• Mentorship: Dr. Giglio highlights the value of working with specialists in niche areas to gain deep, focused mentoring.


• Future Plans: Exciting potential for bringing these therapeutic resources to Australia and continuing global outreach to help more families and clinicians.

Resources Mentioned:

• Brave Mighty Minds: The platform through which Dr. Giglio operates her selective mutism therapy camps.

Stay tuned for more episodes focusing on specialised therapeutic approaches and the impact they have on families and clinicians worldwide.

A big thank you to Dr. Melissa Giglio for sharing her expertise and dedication to helping children with selective mutism. We look forward to her future endeavors and hope to see her in Australia soon!

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