NASP Dialogues

In this episode of the EDI podcast, host and NASP Director of Educational Practice, Sheila Desai is joined by three panelists to reflect on the goals and takeaways of the podcast series.

Episode 7 of the EDI podcast focuses on the history of cognitive assessment and its particular impact on individuals from minoritized backgrounds.

Stressful times, link the pandemic, can raise the risk of anxiety and depression for parents and caregivers working to meet the needs of their families and jobs. School psychologist Katie Dockweiller shares brief information on how adults can recognize anxiety or depression in themselves, and outlines strategies for reducing stress and getting help.Recorded: August 2021

The beginning of a new school year can be both exciting and stressful, particularly in times of uncertainty or significant change. School psychologist Katie Dockweiller shares brief information on how parents and caregivers can help their children, and themselves, navigate going to back to school prepared to adjust to the new schedules, learning expectations, and social routines.

Episode 6 of the EDI podcast focuses on school psychology graduate programs and specifically on program culture and how these programs can become more inclusive.

A school psychology graduate student, faculty member, and practitioner discuss efforts to diversify the school psychology field, their respective professional leadership experiences, and recent research on diversity training initiatives.

A current school psychology practitioner and school psychology professor share what they have learned and experienced working in school settings and conducting research, and how their identities as women of color have shaped their work lives.

Hear from current school psychology students about the unique experiences and challenges they have had as individuals of minoritized backgrounds, and learn how graduate programs can become more supportive and inclusive environments.

This episode discusses the role of school psychologists in creating welcoming, affirming, and inclusive school environments. Founder and Executive Director of TransFamily Support Services, Kathy Moehlig, joins to share her experience as parent helping her child (Sam Moehlig) with intersecting identities get needed support. Sam Moehlig, current student at Palomar Community College in California, provides further insight into navigating life as a student with intersecting identities. Guest Amy Cannava, EdS, NCSP; explains related implications for school psychology practitioners, particularly as it pertains to the intersection of gender identity, sexual orientation, and disability.

This episode provides an introduction overview of the EDI podcast series and discusses the intergration of EDI work in different career stages. Also discussed is NASP's Antiracism Resolution featuring writing team cochairs Dave Shriberg, PhD, and Chavez Phelps, PhD, along with NASP President-Elect Celeste Malone, PhD, MS.