In episode 10, we chat with author, social worker, and veteran homeschool mom, Katie J Trent, about coping with holiday stress. Join us as we talk with Katie about the importance of managing boundaries with loved ones, creating realistic expectations, coping with grief, and recognizing warning signs of deeper mental health concerns including ways to seek support.

Katie is a popular author, speaker, and homeschool mama of two. She’s also a Pinterest drop-out with a messy house and happy kids—most of the time. Katie’s mission is to inspire women to grow their faith, strengthen their families, and simplify their homeschool. In writing and speaking, Katie draws on a wealth of knowledge and experience from over a decade of counseling, ministry, and church planting.

Where to find Katie's book:

A MERRY AND BRIGHT ADVENTURE | Katie J. Trent

Katie's Family Faith-Building Academy: https://grow.familyfaithbuildingacademy.com/courses/family-faith-building-academy

Previous Interviews with Katie:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UO_DLpkkGqs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwZQCqpzsWA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ell_bCYaaw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRApoiZZrJM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxGTPN8AJ1o

To learn more about how The Homeschool Counseling Network Inc. 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 presents their views and welcomes any comments, suggestions, or corrections of errors.

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In episode 9, we chat with homeschool mom, missionary, author, public speaker, and nonprofit founder Jennifer Ohaneson. This Momma on a Mission knows a thing or two about service. After traveling the country (and the world) with her brood of twelve and ministering to whomever God led her to speak to in laundromats all over the nation, Jennifer and her husband founded their nonprofit, Blessing Bags International.

"For a decade now, Blessing Bags International has been dedicated to spreading God’s love through care packages. Across 48 states and now in Mexico, BBI has hosted family-friendly service projects and missions trips for families with kids of all ages. Whether you participate in a Blessing Bag event, create DIY care packages using our resources, or embark on a family missions trip, we warmly welcome you to become part of our Blessing Bags family. At Blessing Bags International, we believe that you’re never too young to serve!"

Where to find Jennifer: Blessings Bags International: https://blessing-bags.org/ https://servingtogether.org/about/

In honor of National Inspirational Role Models Month, National Gratitude Month, and Giving Tuesday, The Homeschool Counseling Network is proud to feature Jennifer and her amazing guide as our book of the month pick for November. Jennifer's Book: In her debut release, Growing A Servant's Heart: 52 Gospel-Centered Service Projects for Families with Children of All Ages, Jennifer offers practical tips and useful strategies for incorporating outreach into your family's home education experience.

Find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Growing-Servants-Heart-Gospel-Centered-Projects/dp/1674883803/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3G1V0YU07HRUG&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.WDYovSVS5NQTUAv_FRehvfncCoiJMwR43utEcLVBAzmPPd5EfJIrDaSxIcSuBNbKOmazHfBr5yHFR5dqoX_HUgk9Zi5jAwnQcsqZ18PPRPRFx5nodxGS9hI7URaup0jfJTLingacBdY-tdLzaVY_eapEYF7gEEjSgIN8zSEGaUDNoyjkPqUlNN9kPjvo8Ick_jAAaIiNzLgl76UK-s_ve3O1fYrFQ55nW3CurLdo-1U.FrFZ9O5lN5Y0xOmiB3q5t6zCh5eu2C9hH5fFdKtrBMU&dib_tag=se&keywords=growing+a+servant%27s+heart&qid=1726949648&sprefix=growing+a+servant%27s+heart%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-1

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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In episode 7, we chat with high school guidance counselor, veteran homeschool parent, public speaker, and curriculum developer Lani Carey. Lani is one-fourth of The Homeschool Counseling Team - a group of counselors who will listen and take time to understand while mentoring, guiding, and advising homeschooling families worldwide with real-life ideas and resources.

Join us as Lani shares her passion for helping students achieve their dreams while de-stressing parents.

The Homeschool Counseling Team is an affordable resource that provides the following benefits to homeschooling families:

• Advice for families new to homeschooling
• Ideas for approaches with younger students
• Preparing for high school
• High school support
• College and career counseling
• Personalized curriculum suggestions
• Academic progress tracking
• Workshops and webinars on homeschooling best practices
• One-on-one consultations, mentoring, and encouragement
• Access to a robust online community for support and networking
• Free record-keeping system

Where to find Lani and The Homeschool Counseling Team: Website: https://www.homeschoolcounselingteam.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/348208911705557

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 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 5, we chat with author, homeschooling mom, Autistic Adult, former school psychologist, and Special Needs Consultant Amy Bodkin about her role as an advocate for special needs families. Join us for some amazing insights from Amy’s debut release, Special Needs Kids Are People, Too!

Amy takes us on a journey with lessons in history, biology, psychology, philosophy, and faith. She challenges us to go deeper – to examine all we have learned and all we thought we knew while also inviting us to learn more and see the world and ourselves through new eyes. Part teacher, part guide, and part fellow traveler, her book invites readers to hold a mirror up to society and themselves. Introspection, while challenging at best and painful at worst, is necessary for awareness, understanding, and growth. Amy endears readers to look beyond labels to see the child as a person. As a fellow clinician and a homeschooling mom of a child with learning differences, I have a love/hate relationship with labels. While labels are necessary for common communication, they are terms and nothing more. They are not the sum of a person. Identity is so much more.

Amy's Book: https://amybodkin.com/product/special-needs-kids-are-people-too-book/

Where to find Amy:

Website: https://amybodkin.com/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmyBodkinEds

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 4, we welcome professional educator, small business owner, and former school counselor Kim Peake of Reach Your Peake Tutoring to our show.

Join us as Kim shares her favorite tips to help prevent the summer slide. No boring skill or drill here, Kim is all about fun! Kim shares her insights into cultivating a relationship with your child and/or student, acknowledges the importance of autonomy, and advocates for interest-led learning.

Kim Peake is the owner of Reach Your Peake Tutoring and Education Consulting and a member of the Homeschool Counseling Network. She helps students reach their academic potential through individualized tutoring. She is super passionate about helping her students be successful in their academics and beyond.

To learn more about her experience, education, and background, visit her website or look for her on social media: Website: https://www.reachyourpeake.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reachyourpeaketutoring/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KimPeake

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 3, we chat with Dalia Monterroso.

You know her as The President of Chickenlandia, but her non-feathered friends call her Dalia. Some years ago, Dalia decided to bring home ten little chicks and start a hobby. That hobby quickly grew into a full-feathered passion that she couldn’t stop talking about.

Before long, she was part-owner of a farm store, teaching beginner chicken-keeping classes, and delivering seminars across Northwest Washington. While the store has since closed, Dalia continues to help others start their chicken-keeping adventure while sharing peace, laughter, and inspiration.

Popular YouTuber, author, educator, and podcaster Dalia has been teaching others how to care for chickens for over a decade. Now homeschooling families can benefit from her knowledge in her one-of-a-kind, self-paced online course: Chickenlandia's Backyard Chickens 101: A Chicken Course for Everyone! Join HCN Founder Kimberly Bennett as she chats with Dalia about how her affordable, self-paced course can support your family's homeschooling journey.

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

To learn more about Dalia Monterroso:

Welcome to Chickenlandia - Welcome to Chickenlandia

Welcome to Chickenlandia - YouTube

Let's All Keep Chickens!: The Down-to-Earth Guide to Natural Practices for Healthier Birds and a Happier World: Monterroso, Dalia: 9781635864779: Amazon.com: Books

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. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-sea License code: U1DWDDRAQYVC7U9G