School Psych Finds

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#005 - Benefits of Being a School Psychologist Jul 05, 2022

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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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#004 - Counseling in Public Schools Jun 28, 2022

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What does counseling look like in schools? There’s lots of debate about what school psychologists do in schools (therapy vs. counseling), so we will be discussing that. We’ll also discuss some of the unique benefits & challenges of being a school-based provider, including how it differs from private practice. Another big discussion includes important things to consider about confidentiality in the schools as a school-based provider.
Make sure to check out Episode 1: What is a School Psychologist, if you haven't already!
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Psychology Today Website

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#003 - How to Become a School Psychologist Jun 21, 2022

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Wondering how to become a school psychologist? Curious about the degrees and training they need to make a difference in children's lives? We're diving into all of that in this episode!

Join us as we unravel the path to becoming a school psychologist. We'll break down the required degree and the time it takes to get there. But that's not all – stick around to hear about School Psych Finds' training experiences too!

Whether you're considering this career or just eager to learn more, tune in and get the inside scoop on what it takes to make a positive impact on young minds as a school psychologist.
Make sure to check out Episode 1: What is a School Psychologist if you haven't already!
Episode Links:
NASP Approved Programs by State

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#002 - Intro to Special Education Law Jun 15, 2022

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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.
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IDEA: Individuals with Disabilities Act

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#001 - What is a School Psychologist? Jun 13, 2022

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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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Intro to School Psych Finds- The Podcast May 30, 2022

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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 related fields such as psychology, mental health, human development, education, and more. This podcast is for anyone interested in these fields or who is (or is soon to be) a school psychologist!

The host of School Psych Finds, Sophia, is a nationally certified school psychologist and a previous labor and postpartum doula. The School Psych Finds community originally started on Instagram and is still going strong. Find us there or on TikTok for more! Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss new episodes.

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