In episode 2, we welcome Occupational Therapist Terra Brown to our show. Join us as we discuss the duties and responsibilities of occupational therapists, the difference between a screening and an assessment, the importance of early assessment and intervention, the benefits of using a sensory diet, and how OTs can help support your family's home education journey.

Terra Brown, OTR, serves as the Occupational Therapy Clinical Coordinator and Director of Clinical Education at Therapedia, LLC, with extensive experience across various pediatric settings, including schools, hospitals, and early intervention. Her expertise encompasses a range of areas, such as sensory integration, feeding difficulties, ocular motor deficits, and executive functioning, community education, and camp coordination. Committed to family-centered care, Terra values the insights gained from her interactions with children and families, enhancing her professional and personal growth. She is a dedicated mother and wife, deeply integrated into her community and professional field.

Therapedia, LLC: Therapedia LLC (therapediacenter.com)

To learn more about how The Homeschool Counseling Network can help support your family's homeschooling journey, visit our website at www.homeschoolcounselingnetwork.com

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In episode 6, we chat with author, veteran homeschool parent, public speaker, and career coach Jay DuSold. Join us as Next-Gen Career Guide Jay shares tips for helping homeschooling parents prepare their students for a “true job fit” and life in the world of work.

Where to find Jay:

Website: https://lifeafter12th.com/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/lifeafter12th/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jay.dusold

To learn more about how The Homeschool Counseling Network can help support your family's homeschooling journey, visit our website at www.homeschoolcounselingnetwork.com

Disclaimer: While I am a Licensed Mental Health Professional, the content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered educational, medical, mental health, or therapy advice. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice. The views expressed in this podcast may not be those of the host or the management. The presenter is simply presenting their views and welcomes any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.

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In episode 8, we chat with homeschool mom and psychologist Sue Han. Dr. Sue Han is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in both Texas and Illinois. Balancing her role as a homeschooling parent of two preschoolers with her position as a part-time private practice clinician (www.maplepsychological.com),

Dr. Han brings a unique perspective to her work. Before establishing her private practice, she served as the Assistant Director of Mental Health Services at Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES) of the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. In this capacity, she specialized in supporting college students diagnosed with ADHD, learning disabilities, and ASD, assisting them in diagnosis and management.

Throughout her graduate school training, Dr. Han also gained valuable experience working with young children and families, offering therapy, and conducting psychological/cognitive evaluations. Dr. Han's current focus lies in ADHD, where she utilizes her background to aid adolescents and adults in obtaining accurate diagnoses and effectively managing symptoms. Drawing from her personal experience as a homeschooling parent,

Dr. Han is deeply committed to equipping homeschooling families with the knowledge and resources necessary for success.

Where to find Dr. Sue Han:

Website: https://www.maplepsychological.com/

Zen Care Profile: https://zencare.co/us/texas/dallas/therapists?keywords=Sue%20Han

To learn more about how The Homeschool Counseling Network can help support your family's homeschooling journey, visit our website at www.homeschoolcounselingnetwork.com

Disclaimer: While I am a Licensed Mental Health Professional, the content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered educational, medical, mental health, or therapy advice. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice. The views expressed in this podcast may not be those of the host or the management. The presenter is simply presenting their views and welcomes any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.

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