School Psych Finds
School Psych Finds
Join the School Psych Finds community in learning more about the field of School Psychology, including helpful resources & tips. We’ll be covering topics in fields such as psychology, mental health, human development, parenting, and education.
The host of School Psych Finds, Sophia, is a school psychologist, mother, and a previous labor & postpartum doula. The School Psych Finds community originally started on Instagram and is still going strong. Find us there or on TikTok for more!
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#012 - Behind the Memes | School Psych Memes
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08/04/23 • 48 min
Tune in for a fun-filled coffee chat with School Psych Memes, the creative genius behind the beloved and hilarious school psychology memes account. As fellow school psychologists, we discuss School Psych Memes' social media journey, work-life balance, life as a school psychologist, imposter syndrome, ADHD, SLD, testing, how to remember your endless passwords, and so much more! Get ready for laughs, insights, and relatable experiences!
Make sure to check out the previous episode referenced in this episode:
Episode 10: Specific Learning Disability
Episode Links
School Psychology Organization Course
School Psychology Forms
About the Guest
School Psych Memes is a dedicated professional with an impressive academic background, holding an Ed.S in school psychology achieved in 2011 and an Ed.D in school psychology earned in 2022. Currently making a positive impact in an elementary school district located in the Chicago suburbs, they have brought their expertise to support young learners’ mental well-being. Originally from western Michigan, School Psych Memes has embraced the diverse experiences that shaped their journey. Beyond their professional endeavors, School Psych Memes finds joy in various hobbies. Music holds a special place in their heart, as they both listen to and play it. They cherish spending time outdoors, embracing the beauty of nature. Additionally, golf serves as a sporty outlet to unwind and stay active during their leisure hours.
You can contact School Psych Memes on Instagram, TikTok, or by email at: [email protected]
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Disclaimer: This podcast offers information and education, not professional advice. It's not for legal or expert witness use. We strive for accuracy but welcome input. Your actions based on the podcast are your choice; we're not liable. Details have been altered for confidentiality. Guest opinions and third-party sites don't mirror the host's stance. Views here don't represent associated entities.
#008 - Effort Testing & PVTs | Dr. Cecil Reynolds
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08/09/22 • 44 min
How do we know if students are really giving us sufficient effort during cognitive testing or even academic testing for special education? If we aren’t sure then how can we actually be sure that our tests are valid and accurate measures of their full abilities? On this episode, we focus on a topic that many of us probably haven't been taught about but that should likely be standard procedure in our assessments (whether that’s in private practice or in the schools). We discuss this important topic with our distinguished guest, Dr. Cecil Reynolds. Listen in to learn about what PVTs are and why they should be well known among school psychologists and taught about in grad school!
About the Guest
Dr. Cecil Reynolds is an expert and leader in the field of school psychology (and more). He has published many of the most popular psychological assessment instruments used in psychology and school psychology today (e.g., RIAS, BASC, TOMAL, and more). He is a distinguished scientist in psychology and a professor of both neuroscience and forensic neuroscience. He has also published a Pediatric PVT that can be used efficiently in the schools. Listen in to learn more. It was an honor having him on the show!
Dr. Reynolds can be reached at: [email protected]
Episode Links:
Webinar about PVTs by Dr. Reynolds to learn more
Pediatric Performance Validity Test Suite (PdPVTS)
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#001 - What is a School Psychologist?
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06/13/22 • 17 min
What is a school psychologist? It's not as simple as you might think! On today's episode we discuss the highly specialized yet very broad field of school psychology.
Feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, or suggestions. I hope you enjoy learning about the field of school psychology!
Episode Links:
NASP: National Association of School Psychologists
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#011 - Other Health Impairment
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03/08/23 • 17 min
What is a "Other Heath Impairment" (OHI)? How is it defined for IEP/Special Education purposes? How do school psychologists help to identify OHI in schools? Is a medical diagnosis required? Is a medical diagnosis alone sufficient to qualify for OHI? Listen in to learn about the category of OHI for special education!
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Episode 2: Intro to SPED Law
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#014 - Psych Coffee Chat | School Psych Tiffany
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10/03/23 • 58 min
Join me in this episode with Tiffany, the creator behind social media account School Psych Tiffany. We're diving into the world of school psychology while also sharing lots of personal stories about our journey and motherhood.
We discuss pregnancy & being a mom as school psychologists while also getting to know Tiffany a bit more personally, as a content creator, and as a school psychologist. Listen in to hear our thoughts on various topics, including imposter syndrome and some common motherhood experiences!
Episode Links
School Psychology Organization Course
About the Guest
School Psych Tiffany is run by Tiffany Lee, a school psychologist and mama to two kids based in Virginia. You can find her on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Tiffany started School Psych Tiffany five years ago and was one of the OG school psych content creators back in the day with me! She loves ice cream and one day is going to start a shop and give me ALL the free ice cream!! <3
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#015 - Speech Language Pathologists | Panda Speech
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10/27/23 • 68 min
Who are Speech Language Pathologists?
Tune in to this episode with Amanda from @PandaSpeech, a passionate school-based Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to learn all about SLPs. We learn who SLPs are, the training they require, and about the diversity of roles and settings they are trained in and can work in. We explore life in schools, gain an insider's perspective, and discover intriguing parallels between SLPs and school psychologists and why we so often end up being friends!
Amanda opens up about what SLPs like her wish their school colleagues knew about their work, offers advice on setting healthy boundaries at work, and reflects on how her roles as an SLP and a mother have influenced each other. Plus, Amanda shares her top tip for new parents as an SLP. Tune in for an authentic look into the world of school-based SLPs with Amanda from @PandaSpeech.
About the Guest
Amanda Schaumburg is a Speech Language Pathologist in Texas and has spent most of her career in the public schools. She has experience in outpatient clinics, early childhood intervention programs, and rehabs. Amanda is an author of speech therapy and educational resources and has been selling her creations online since 2015 in her store Panda Speech. Her hope is to help busy SLPs build a library of effective and engaging materials. Amanda has recently opened her own private practice where she provides contract speech therapy services, professional development, tele-therapy services, and professional consultations. Outside of her career, Amanda has a passion for community involvement. She serves on a local tennis association board, volunteers for local scouting programs, and is a Special Olympics coach for track and swimming.
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#010 - Specific Learning Disability
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11/02/22 • 35 min
What is a Specific Learning Disability (SLD)? How is it defined for IEP/Special Education purposes? How do school psychologists help to identify SLDs in schools? How does SLD identification in the school system differ from private practice and Specific Learning Disorders?
Listen in to learn about SLDs and some of the issues facing the field of psychology in this area!
Episode Links:
Episode 2: Intro to SPED Law
IDEA Specific Learning Disability
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#005 - Benefits of Being a School Psychologist
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07/05/22 • 20 min
Let's discuss the benefits of being a school psychologist! If you’ve been in the field for a while, this episode can help reignite your passion & remind you of all of the pros of our career! For aspiring/new psychs, this episode can help inspire & excite you about all the positives that come with being a school psychologist.
To keep things balanced, on the next episode of the School Psych Finds podcast, we'll discuss some of the challenges & hardships of being a school psychologist.
Make sure to check out these previous episodes on the podcast:
Episode 1: What is School Psychologist
Episode 3: How to Become a School Psychologist
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Disclaimer: This podcast offers information and education, not professional advice. It's not for legal or expert witness use. We strive for accuracy but welcome input. Your actions based on the podcast are your choice; we're not liable. Details have been altered for confidentiality. Guest opinions and third-party sites don't mirror the host's stance. Views here don't represent associated entities
#002 - Intro to Special Education Law
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06/15/22 • 23 min
What is special education? Who is it for? What do school psychologists have to do with it? And what are the laws governing special education (aka: SPED). On today's episode we go into a general overview on these questions to learn more about the field of special education.
Episode Links
IDEA: Individuals with Disabilities Act
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Disclaimer: This podcast offers information and education, not professional advice. It's not for legal or expert witness use. We strive for accuracy but welcome input. Your actions based on the podcast are your choice; we're not liable. Details have been altered for confidentiality. Guest opinions and third-party sites don't mirror the host's stance. Views here don't represent associated entities
#007 - How to Avoid Burnout
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07/19/22 • 44 min
On this episode we discuss some specific strategies that can help to reduce overall stress and burnout as a school psychologist. Last episode, we discussed a lot of the challenges of this career. While there are some things that will always make our career difficult or that may take a while to change systematically, it's not all out of our control. There are some things we can do to help ourselves out! Let’s plan to make this year better for ourselves. What’s one thing you could do? Listen to learn more.
Make sure to check out the previous episodes on the podcast:
Episode 5: Benefits of Being a School Psychologist
Episode 6: Challenges of Being a School Psychologist
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Disclaimer: This podcast offers information and education, not professional advice. It's not for legal or expert witness use. We strive for accuracy but welcome input. Your actions based on the podcast are your choice; we're not liable. Details have been altered for confidentiality. Guest opinions and third-party sites don't mirror the host's stance. Views here don't represent associated entities
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FAQ
How many episodes does School Psych Finds have?
School Psych Finds currently has 16 episodes available.
What topics does School Psych Finds cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts and Education.
What is the most popular episode on School Psych Finds?
The episode title '#010 - Specific Learning Disability' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on School Psych Finds?
The average episode length on School Psych Finds is 35 minutes.
How often are episodes of School Psych Finds released?
Episodes of School Psych Finds are typically released every 13 days, 12 hours.
When was the first episode of School Psych Finds?
The first episode of School Psych Finds was released on May 30, 2022.
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