BCASP Podcast

Kathleen and Benton speak with Chris Pawluk, about the use and role of AI in the practice of school psychology. Chris Pawluk, and Dr. Mitch Colp, will be presenting about the use of AI in school psychology at the upcoming BCASP Spring Conference. For further details about the BCASP Spring Conference, please visit: https://www.bcasp.ca/en/upcoming-events/detail/2026-bcasp-virtual-spring-workshops/8...

In this episode, Kathleen and Benton talk to BCASP member and school psychologist in Surrey, Olivia Paddack (she/her). We are joined by Amy Cannava (she/her) a school psychologist from the United States and chair of the Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity Committee with the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) . Both Olivia and Amy arepassionate about supporting LGBTQ+ youth and...

In this episode, Kathleen and Benton talk to speech language pathologist, Caitlin Malli, about Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). We discuss the importance of raising awareness about DLD so that students receive effective targeted support and communication challenges are not misunderstood as behaviors.  Definition, assessment and supports are discussed.    Resources: SHBC Language Disorders De...

In this episode, Dr. Melanie Nelson returns to the BCASP podcast to speak with Kathleen and Benton about the intersections between First Nations and western cultures. Dr. Nelson shares about her experiences through her many roles, including as an inclusive education teacher, school psychologist, and now as an assistant professor and researcher at the UBC School and Applied Child Psychology program...

In this episode, Kathleen and Benton speak with Vanessa Worthington and Nicole Harris (POPFASD's Literacy team), and Myra-Jade Lui (POPARD Literacy coordinator). They discuss the literacy initiatives undertaken the Provincial Outreach Programs during the 2024-25 school. Ways to support learning for both typical and neurodivergent learners are discussed. As well, both POPFASD and POPARD have co...

In this episode, Kathleen and Benton speak with Jessica Sprick about chronic absenteeism, factors that contribute to student and family challenges, and strategies to overcome these challenges. Jessica was the keynote speaker to the 2025 BCASP Spring Virtual Workshop. Resources: 2025 BCASP Virtual Spring Workshop  https://www.bcasp.ca/en/upcoming-events/detail/2025-bcasp-spring-virtual-workshop/648...

Benton Dorman and Kathleen Cherry chat with BCASP president, Dr. Simon Lisaingo, about many topics relating to school psychology in B.C. Issues of advocacy, recruitment, retention, training and professional development are discussed.

In this episode, Kathleen and James chat with Kristin Wiens about the PATH process for supporting and empowering students. Listener resources: - For a visual introduction to PATH https://youtu.be/TKlBcsf6_uo?si=pMei_0HD2GBZhn5z   - POPFASD resources https://www.fasdoutreach.ca/resources/ Questions/comments? Reach out to us on our socials @bcaspcertified on Instagram and X

In this episode, James and Kathleen welcome Melanie Baerg (returning) and Ana Vieira for another discussion on literacy. We dive deeper into screening, teacher training, intervention principles, and systemic challenges and changes (BC Ministry of Ed and Childcare). Resources: Dyslexia Canada Spotlight: Myths, Barriers and Successes https://youtu.be/Dj2R3JDsOHQ?si=-qbVwSmjg3yLrxQ5 MECC April 16, 20...

In this episode, James and Kathleen chat with Lisa Kelly-Vance and Vern Davis regarding professional wellness and strategies for preventing burn-out. Remember to connect with us on our socials: X: @bcaspcertified Facebook: BC Association of School Psychologists

In this episode, James and Kathleen talk with Dr. Juliana Negreiros about mental health and specifically, best practices for supporting students with anxiety. For more resources recommended by Dr. Negreiros, please navigate to: https://www.beaconpsychology.ca/anxiety

In this episode, Kathleen and James are joined by Dr. Anna Stokke -- Professor at the Dept. of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Winnipeg. We talk about approaches for effective math instruction (e.g., incremental rehearsal and worked examples).

In this episode, Kathleen and James chat with Dr. Daniel Ansari about numerical cognition, math anxiety, and skills screeners.

In this episode, James and Kathleen speak with Dr. Liz Angoff on an approach for journeying with children in better understanding their brains. For resources that were discussed in the podcast, please proceed to https://explainingbrains.com/

In this episode of the podcast, James and Kathleen talk with Dr. Sabre Cherkowski regarding educator flourishing and maximizing professional development opportunities. Qquestions/comments? Reach out to us on our socials @bcasp

In this episode of the podcast, we have a rich discussion with Dr. Janine Jones regarding culturally responsive school psychology. We also talk about how to respond to bullying and discrimination, and implications for working with indigenous populations, and psychoeducational evaluations. Resources: LAUGH: https://www.thecatherinemayerfoundation.org/the-laugh-app/ Pilot study: https://www.thecathe...

In this episode, James and Kathleen talk with Melanie Baerg regarding approaches for supporting teachers' literacy instruction.   

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Jan Hasbrouck about the science of reading! We discuss evidence-based reading instruction, screening/assessment, data-based decision-making, and many more. Resources: Jan's website: https://www.janhasbrouck.com/ PEACE paper: https://www.readingrockets.org/article/print-speech-and-speech-print-mapping-early-literacy   Reading Webinar with Jan: https://fs.hubsp...

In this episode, we talk with Nancy Young about reading, including the Ladder of Reading and Writing, assessments, and interventions.  Nancy's website: https://www.nancyyoung.ca/ Helpful resources: https://www.nancyyoung.ca/resources Ladder of Reading and Writing: https://www.nancyyoung.ca/ladder-of-reading-and-writing

In this episode, we speak with Melanie Nelson on the role of school psychologists in supporting indigenous youth and their families.   We acknowledge that we work, play and learn on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

Dr. Anusha Kassan joins us to discuss how to support the migration experiences of newcomer youth and other groups. We also talk about how to think about social justice in the field. Interact with us on our socials: @BCASPcertified on twitter and IG, and BC Association of School Psychologists on Facebook We acknowledge that we work, play and learn on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Mus...

In this inaugural episode of the BCASP pod, BC School Psychologists James and Kathleen welcome Dr. Donna Henderson -- an expert on the less obvious presentations of autism.  Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us on our socials: @bcaspcertified on twitter and instagram We acknowledge that we work, play and learn on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (...