I have watched Granite struggle to communicate for a couple of years, and I agree with MKAC totally. Again...it's just my opinion, but I would still be sitting in a therapists office stuttering and not speaking had I not been referred to a t that specialized in people with extreme communication issues. One who was able to lead the conversation, reassure me and draw me out. One who would read my poems and my letters. I did not email compulsively, just once or twice a month, but it was a way to let some one in, and it made a huge difference for me.

I am not saying this is what's best for you granite, but we've talked about it before. Having a t that can draw you out when you are so anxious you cannot speak makes all the difference in the world.