My name is Anna Biavati, and I am a Selective Mutism Expert and Parent Coach based in Scotland.

For over 20 years I have supported children and families through challenges with anxiety, communication, and connection. My background in speech, language, and education gives me a deep understanding of how the brain, body, and relationships work together but it is my work as a specialist in Selective Mutism, and my role as a mother of two young adults, that has truly shaped my approach.

I believe that children don’t simply “find their voice” through pressure or practice, they need safety, trust, and the right tools. That’s why I developed the Brave Muscle Method and the Family Dynamic Approach, helping parents shift first so that children can follow. I combine brain-based science, movement, play, and family coaching to gently unlock progress.

ANNA BIAVATI

Speech & Language Therapist

Selective Mutism Specialist

Being bilingual in English and Italian, with a working knowledge of Spanish and French, I also bring a valuable perspective for families raising multilingual children.

Today, I focus on guiding parents, schools, and professionals through practical strategies and compassionate support whether in one-to-one sessions, group masterclasses, or my Steps to Brave Talking program. My mission is to empower adults to create the conditions where children feel safe enough to connect, participate, and eventually speak.

- Anna Biavati

Selective Mutism Expert & Parent Coach

My Technical Skills

I have delivered therapy for children across a variety of settings

including community clinics, hospitals, schools, and nurseries, as

well as managing caseloads as part of a multi-disciplinary paediatric

team.

I have a lovely therapy room where you can come and feel relaxed

with your child, and my aim is to play and make your child feel at

home because this will help your child to find it easier to transfer

skills they were learning in therapy.

I have extensive experience in providing staff group training on

Speech and Language development to organisations, schools,

nurseries, and other healthcare professionals.

I’m MA Hons BSc MRCSLT MHCPC MASALTIP
Specialist Speech & Language Therapist for children and adults

My particular interests are:

Selective Mutism

Speech sounds disorder

Bilingual acquisition

In 2013 I founded the Scottish Selective Mutism Group in 2013 and I regularly provide seminars and support to parents and professionals.

Professional Registration & Membership

Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists (RCSLT)
Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Association of Speech & Language Therapists in Independent Practice (ASLTIP)

Educational & Research Background

Board member and co-founder of Selective Mutism National C.E.N. (Clinical Excellence Networks). I am dedicated to ongoing professional development and I am a member of a number of other CENs. I am committed to using up-to-date research and evidence-based clinical advice and have effectively supported many parents during my career, providing immediate reassurance.