Jan 19
The Unspoken Cost of Compassion in School Counseling
Caring is what makes you good at this job. It’s also what puts you in the most danger.If you’re a school counselor who still cares deeply about students, but you’ve noticed yourself feeling flatter, heavier, or more guarded than you used to- this episode is for you.You’re still s ... Show More
22m 21s
Jan 12
Why School Counselors Are SO TIRED (It’s Not Burnout)
If you’re exhausted in a way that rest doesn’t fix, this episode is for you.School counselors are often told they’re burned out, so they’re handed self-care tips, boundary advice, and mindset shifts that never quite work. There’s a reason for that.In this episode, I unpack the re ... Show More
20m 51s
Aug 2025
[Episode 118] How Strong School Culture Reduces Chronic Absenteeism (w/ Khari Shabazz)
In this episode of Teaching Channel Talks, Dr. Wendy Amato speaks with Khari Shabazz, Managing Director of Schools and School Partnerships at K12 Coalition, about how shifting from compliance to connection can combat chronic absenteeism. Drawing from his experience as a school le ... Show More
30m 46s
Oct 2024
Brainless Education: A Conversation About the Brain Science Too Often Ignored in Most Schools
<p>Welcome to The Self-Driven Child podcast! In this episode, I chat with Dr. William Stixrud, co-author of The Self-Driven Child, to explore the concept of “brainless education” and why the way we approach learning in schools often overlooks the very organ meant to do the learni ... Show More
46m 36s
Jan 2024
Charle Peck, M.Ed., MSW (@CharlePeck) - Alignment Is The Assignment
<p>As the co-founder of a revolutionary behavioral health program, Charle partners with school districts to improve the well-being of both staff and students. With over 20 years of education and mental health leadership experience, she has the unique lens of a seasoned teacher an ... Show More
34m 26s
May 2019
An Overview of Eating Disorders & Treatment with Dr. Rhea Ann Merck | continuing education for counselors and therapists
<p>Are you interested in treating Eating Disorders yet are unsure of how to approach them? Today's guest, Dr. Rhea Ann Merck, gives us an overview of the diagnoses, the clinical issues to explore, and her integrative approach to treatment.</p> <p>This episode is chock full of cli ... Show More
1h 15m
Apr 2023
What Parents Need to Know: Addressing the Rising Trend of Teen Mental Health Issues - a Put It into Practice Episode
<p dir="ltr">In this Put It into Practice episode, I'm giving an overview of Jonathan Haidt's article "The Teen Mental Illness Epidemic is International, Part 1: The Anglosphere", <strong><a href= "https://jonathanhaidt.substack.com/p/international-mental-illness-part-one" target ... Show More
15m 54s
Aug 2025
Helping Teens Navigate a Parent’s Mental Health: A Conversation with Dr. Michelle Sherman, Episode 146
In this episode of the Child Psych Podcast, we speak with Dr. Michelle Sherman, clinical psychologist and co-author of "I'm Not Alone" a powerful book written for teens who have a parent with mental illness. Dr. Sherman shares insights from decades of research and clinical work, ... Show More
25m 34s
Nov 6
352 | Power, Control, and Anxiety: Unpacking the Child's Need for Dominance
In this episode, I respond to Heather's question about a client who returned to therapy after a higher level of care. This child's play is dominated by themes of money, power, and control — and I explain how these themes often reflect underlying anxiety and a need to avoid vulner ... Show More
13m 7s
May 2025
EP325 How to find your voice and self-advocate, even if you're conflict-avoidant (with Neelu Kaur)
<p>Self-advocacy can feel like a challenge, especially if you're conflict-avoidant, culturally conditioned to prioritize group harmony, or simply unsure how to speak up without fear of being labeled "difficult." In this episode, we'll explore how to advocate for yourself effectiv ... Show More
47m 46s
⭐️ Join the School for School Counselors Mastermind to build a "stress-less" career In this episode of the School for School Counselors podcast, host Steph Johnson addresses an issue many school counselors face: the overwhelming number of "urgent" student requests. She argues that constantly "saving the day" might actually hurt student development and int ... Show More
