Cultivating Excellence Podcast

Dr. Russell T. Warne's website https://russellwarne.com/
His books, In the Know: Debunking 35 Myths about Human Intelligence and Statistics for the Social Sciences: A General Linear Model Approach https://russellwarne.com/books/
Want to take an online IQ test for adult that is actually well researched and scientifically validated? Or have a less biased tool to assess your employee or future employee's capacity for solving complex problems?Check out the RIOT https://www.riotiq.com/

Dr. Jeremy Sharp, Licensed Psychologist, is Director and founder of the Colorado Center for Assessment in Fort Collins, Colorado https://www.coloradocac.com/ His popular podcast, The Testing Psychologist Podcast, includes information all about psychological/neuropsychological testing, different psychological/neuropsychological conditions (such as learning disabilities, Autism, and ADHD), and also valuable information about building a mental healthcare business https://www.thetestingpsychologist.com/ Dr. Sharp is also a Private Practice Coach https://www.thetestingpsychologist.com/consulting/ who helps other mental health professionals develop and grow their practices without sacrificing work-life balance.

Did you know that there are now post secondary college options neurodiverse students cropping up all over the country? College is now a dream that can come true for students with Autism, LD, Executive Functioning challenges and Intellectual Disability, but planning can get overwhelming! Our guest, Dr. Laura McKenna, Transition Specialist, Consultant, and parent, and I discuss different programs, how to plan for transition, and what Laura wishes she could go back in time to tell herself as she embarked on her journey. Learn more about Laura and her upcoming book, The Autism College Connection at https://lauramckenna.com/ If you're in the DC Metro area and are seeking a transition focused psychological evaluation for your high school student, connect with Dr. Resnik and Associates at www.resnikpsychology.com or listen to my interview about Transition on The Testing Psychologist Podcast https://www.thetestingpsychologist.com/456-transition-related-resources-w-dr-rebecca-resnik/

Dr. Jonathan Singer's Loyola University of Chicago Website https://news.luc.edu/stories/faculty-experts/jonathan-singer/ Here's the link to his wonderful podcast, The Social Work Podcast https://socialworkpodcast.blogspot.com/ Dr. Singer's book, Suicide in the Schools is a MUST READ for everyone who works with kids or works in a school https://www.amazon.com/Suicide-Schools-Practitioners-Intervention-School-Based/dp/0415857031 If you're looking to start an evidence based suicide risk reduction program in your school, here's a link to information about the Signs of Suicide (SOS) program https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/about-us/collaboratory/mental-and-behavioral-health/sos

Dr. Shreya Hessler, Licensed Psychologist, is owner of the Mindset Center in Bel Air, MD (just north of Baltimore) https://mindsetcenter.com/shreya-hessler-psy-d/ Dr. Hessler is a nationally recognized specialist in anxiety disorders, evidence based treatment, and wellness. She and her colleague, Casey Giovanazzi Kutner, founded Person Before Player, a nationwide consulting practice promoting the mental health and resilience of student athletes. Through PBP, she and Casey support schools, athletes, coaches, and parents in their shared goal of helping athletes thrive. Her book, Bianca Finds Her Bounce, is a beautiful, optomistic children's book about coping with anxiety https://www.amazon.com/Bianca-Bounce-Psy-D-Shreya-Hessler/dp/0998681148 Dr. Hessler is also a widely sought after speaker and provider of continuing education to psychologists and other healthcare providers.

Ever wondered what elite college admissions coaches teach their student clients? Join expert Katherine Howitt as she gives you the inside scoop on how she helps her clients become more independent, select extracurriculars, and prep for standardized tests on their journey towards selective college admissions.

Katherine Howitt, Academic Coach

Website: https://www.katherinehowitt.com/academic-consulting

Join me for a deep dive into how gifted and high achieving kids learn, early signs of giftedness, characteristics of gifted learners, and specifics about what these kids need to thrive at school. I also get you up to speed on key vocabulary you'll need to know for successful advocacy. Plus, I alert you to common obstacles you're likely to encounter from people who don't grok giftedness!

Raising gifted children comes with unique challenges and rewards, so how do we help them thrive without letting their potential become a burden?

In this episode of the Cultivating Excellence podcast, Dr. April Foreman, Director of Technology and Innovation at the Veterans Crisis Line of the US Department of Veterans Affairs, talks about her passion for giftedness and her experiences raising gifted children. Dr. Foreman shares how being gifted impacted her own childhood and how she navigated the challenges of raising neurodiverse children, including advocating for their educational needs. She emphasizes the importance of creating environments where gifted kids can thrive academically and socially while ensuring they receive proper support. The conversation explores topics like acceleration vs. enrichment, the emotional struggles gifted children face, and the role of structure and parental guidance. Dr. Foreman encourages parents to trust their instincts, seek professional support when needed, and avoid pathologizing gifted traits unless they cause genuine distress.

Tune in as Dr. April Foreman shares her powerful insights on parenting gifted kids, advocating for their needs, and fostering both their intellect and well-being in a world that often misunderstands them! 

Is your child intellectually gifted? What does it mean to have a high IQ? In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Resnik, Licensed Psychologist, gives you the insider scoop on what IQ tests measure, what it means to be intellectually gifted, and how to make sure your child in the best position to shine when they take an IQ test.

IQ testing has a controversial reputation, but they are actually great predictors of general problem solving ability when used appropriately. Individuals across cultures and all over the world recognize the concept of giftedness, and IQ is an essential aspect of assessing for giftedness. IQ scores over 132 fall in the gifted range, and then there are highly gifted ranges above that score that correspond to being in the 99th or even 99.9th percentile. Having scores in the gifted range is predictive of all sorts of positive outcomes for a person's life, such as academic achievement, creativity and even life span. Dr. Resnik also notes the importance of avoiding companies that prey on parental anxiety around testing, and gives you trustworthy advice on how to prepare a child for IQ testing.

What if the key to academic success wasn’t just about studying harder but about learning smarter?

In this episode of the Cultivating Excellence podcast, Steve Feldman, Founder and Chief Growth Officer of Private Prep, shares insights on tutoring, academic coaching, and standardized test preparation, emphasizing the importance of both subject expertise and student motivation. He advises parents to involve their children in the decision to seek academic support, ensuring they are invested in the process while also developing strong study habits and executive functioning skills. Regarding standardized tests, he highlights the shift in the test-optional movement post-COVID and recommends taking full-length diagnostic tests to determine the best fit between the SAT and ACT. Steve also discusses making math engaging through real-world applications and encouraging students to develop a growth mindset rather than focusing solely on grades. Ultimately, he stresses the importance of maintaining a positive parent-child relationship by celebrating effort and progress rather than just high scores.

Tune in for expert insights on tutoring, test prep, and how to help students build confidence, motivation, and long-term academic skills!