Jun 1

Is It an Intervention, or Theatre?

If somebody else could do exactly what you're doing after reading the same slide deck-Why did you go to grad school? That's the question that hit me after I reviewed a state-sponsored training that handed school counselors a watered-down counseling model and called it evidence-ba ... Show More

29m 48s

May 25

When They Want Your Spreadsheets, Not Your Insight

On the last day of school, the district sent an email about spreadsheets.But not one person asked what you needed to do your job better next year.Not what you were seeing.Not what students needed.Not what kept support from reaching kids faster.Just the spreadsheet.There’s a name ... Show More

9m 4s

May 18

The Kids Just Like You Too Much

A school administrator once told me the reason I couldn't finish a single classroom lesson was because the kids just liked me too much.She meant it as a compliment. It took me years to understand what it actually revealed.This episode is about the gap between the job we were trai ... Show More

26m 24s

Jun 2023

Do you prioritize health as an empowered educator? How to shift your health and wellness mindset by honoring your own well-being daily with Katie Raher

Have a question for the show? Text us here!Feeling burnt out and overwhelmed as an educator? Want to prioritize your well-being and make a positive impact on the lives of the children you serve?In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Katie Raher, an expert in social-e ... Show More

40m 46s

Mar 2022

How can I support my own and my students’ mental wellbeing?

COVID-19 has affected so much of how we deliver education and language teaching. As schools (in some parts of the world) return to something approaching normality, it’s important to consider the mental health impact of the pandemic. Confronted with other challenging issues as wel ... Show More

25m 25s

Nov 2023

Ep 32: College Admissions Made Simple: An Executive Function Approach to Success in College

Applying for college can feel like a monumental, overwhelming task - and that’s because it is! There are so many deadlines, details, and steps that could be missed even by someone with fantastic Executive Function skills - but does it have to be? And then, once you get there, ... Show More

57m 36s

Feb 2022

SLP 149: A Students Welfare Is Based On A Parents Wellbeing with Meg Durham

‘It’s about everybody feeling included in the community, because we know that the most important factor in a student’s wellbeing journey is the wellbeing of the parents. We cannot ignore that fact. Like that is so important. So that’s where I think schools have the opportunity ... Show More

1h 18m

Aug 2023

S07|04 - My Story

Sharing our stories is vulnerable- it can be scary, hard and confusing… but I also believe that it adds to understanding, compassion and a better world when we do. Here’s my story- in its vulnerable entirety. I hope it adds light and hope to your own journey- and that through my ... Show More

26m 27s

Jul 2023

Feeling unappreciated in your profession? How to take ownership and create lasting impact as an educator with Stephanie Haynes

Have a question for the show? Text us here!Are you feeling a bit disconnected from your love for teaching?Today is the day to reignite the lost spark! In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Stephanie Haynes, an education consultant who specializes in helping educato ... Show More

40m 57s

Jun 2024

Ashley Starwood, LCSW, CYT 200 (@AshleytheLCSW) - How Your 9-5 Can Become A Business

Before I get into who Ashley Starwood is, I want to introduce you to a life-changing course from Dr. Akilah Willery.The Midlife Educator's Job Search Blueprint is your personalized roadmap to navigating career transitions confide ... Show More

22m 24s

Mar 2020

E02: Better Mindset, Better Grades

If you want to become a better student you must start with developing a better mindset. So many students don't believe in themselves, struggle with negative self-talk and a fixed mindset. Carol Dweck made the concept of Mindset popular, but many students don't fully grasp what a ... Show More

24m 45s

Feb 2024

How to build safe spaces for effective communication in education and work with Dr. Teresa Peterson

Have a question for the show? Text us here!Have you ever been frustrated by the feeling you're not being heard? It's a common feeling, especially in schools and at work, and even more so when power plays a role in the relationship dynamic. But don't worry, we've got a solution fo ... Show More

37m 31s

Nov 2023

Diversity in Schools

Embracing diversity in and out of the classroom is vital for fostering inclusive education. Today we're exploring the profound impact of diverse perspectives on learning and society, and what that can look like. We catch up with Hanan Ezzeldin, who offers Family & Parenting Suppo ... Show More

36m 32s

Why One School Counselor Chose Schools O...