Stress-Free IEP®

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Evelyn Fromowitz, BCBA, Director at The Learning Tree ABA. Tune in to the episode as Evelyn provides an overview of the benefits of ABA therapy, how The Learning Tree ABA works on goals and programs in the child's natural environment, and what parents can look for when selecting ABA therapy for their children. Evelyn explains how...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Sheryl Stevens, a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). She has been an SLP for 18 years, and has worked in a variety of settings, including hospital (outpatient, pediatric), private practice, and school, in New York, Washington, D.C., and Maryland. * Visit the website: https://www.sherylstevens.com/   * Connect with Sheryl on...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Shannon Olsen M. Ed., Special Education Advocate. Over the past 20 years, Shannon has been a steadfast advocate for her students with special needs. She has been an effective member of the IEP team supporting parents and their educational and functional learning goals for their child. * Visit the website: https://iepsupport.org/   *...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Rachel Cederbaum, Founder and Lead Academic Coach of Gold Signature Writers, an academic and enrichment tutoring service for students in grades K-12.  * Visit the website: https://www.goldsignaturewriters.com/   * Connect with Rachel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-cederbaum-67973b165/   * Instagram: https://www.insta...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Gabrielle Czaja, a Physical Therapist who teaches kids to harness their amazing energy to excel in school, feel confident with their friends & most importantly feel they can conquer the world! She leads experiential workshops for parents educators & health professionals about how our body is the primary source of wisdom &...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Mya Zavaleta, of Rooted Occupational Therapy. Mya provides Nature OT services to kids in the outdoors to build their coordination, connection, and calming skills. She works with neurodiverse children in individual, group, and camp settings. * Visit the website: https://www.rootedindc.com/ * Connect with Mya on LinkedIn: https://www.l...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Hannah Breckenridge, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in helping people of all ages impacted by OCD & Anxiety using evidence-based treatments. She also has a sub-specialty working with parents and Autistic individuals that struggle with OCD & Anxiety. * Visit the website: https://www.ocd-dc.com/ * Connect wit...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Candace Sahm & Kerri Midiri of the CSahm Foundation for ADHD Educational Services and Support. * Visit the CSahm Foundation website: https://www.csahmfoundation.org/ * Learn more about coaching with Candace: https://www.candacesahm.com/ * Connect with Candace on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candace-sahm-ma-ed-6a2375b * C...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Lavaunda Roundtree, an academic therapist, who provides specialized instruction for students and adults with dyslexia and other challenging reading difficulties. * Visit the Educational Support Services website: https://www.esscanhelp.com/ * Connect with Lavaunda on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lavaunda-roundtree-75187b23/ *...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Ned Johnson, President and Tutor Geek of PrepMatters, a premier provider of academic tutoring services, test prep and educational planning for students in greater DC to online worldwide. * Visit Prep Matters: https://prepmatters.com/   * Visit The Self Driven Child website: https://theselfdrivenchild.com/ * Free gift: Top 10 Tip...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Pia Seltmann, MS, OTR/L, a German occupational therapist with a passion for working with autistic children and children with sensory processing needs. She has been living and working in the field for over a decade in Washington DC and the greater Metropolitan area.  Pia is the Founder & Director of TAR - Education In Motion....

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Christine Dodaj. Christine is the Founder and President of SpEd Connect. SpEd Connect is a one-of-a-kind platform that connects parents and guardians of children and adults who have been diagnosed with disabilities with resources, tools, advocates, information, and most importantly — each other. * Visit Christine’s business website:...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Wendy Taylor. Wendy Taylor is a certified Educational Therapist, qualified Orton-Gillingham practitioner, trained Educational Diagnostician, skilled IEP Coach, and the host of the Special Ed Strategist® Podcast. As Executive Director of Learning Essentials, Wendy’s mission is to meet the individual needs of each student she serves. S...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Meghan Lucas. Meghan is the founder of Dear Strong Woman LLC and a Life & Leadership Coach at Meghan Lucas Coaching. * Visit Meghan's business website: https://www.dearstrongwoman.com * Follow Meghan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_meghanlucas/ * Follow Dear Strong Woman on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearstrong...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances Shefter speaks with Kamakshi “Kami” Sankar Boyle, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker,  Certified EMDR Therapist, and Registered Yoga Teacher. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing. Watch the interview to learn more about EMDR and how Kami uses it for her clients. Learn more about Kami and her practice on her website: http://www.m...

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances speaks with Todd Boernstein. Todd is an estate planning attorney with SELZER GURVITCH in Bethesda, Maryland. Many of Todd's clients have children or family members with special needs, which requires unique planning to take care of them and protect and preserve assets. Learn more about Todd Boernstein on his firm's website: https://www.selzergurvitch.com...

Frances Shefter is an Education Attorney and Advocate who is committed to helping her clients have a Stress-Free IEP experience. In each podcast, Frances interviews inspiring people to share information, educate you, empower you and help you get the knowledge you need. In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances speaks with Scot Marken, Founder and CEO of EdRedefined. Scot specializes in supporti...

Frances Shefter is an Education Attorney and Advocate who is committed to helping her clients have a Stress-Free IEP experience. In each podcast, Frances interviews inspiring people to share information, educate you, empower you and help you get the knowledge you need. In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances speaks with Jenna Berk, IEC Accounts Manager at Applerouth Tutoring Services. Jenna s...

Frances Shefter is an Education Attorney and Advocate who is committed to helping her clients have a Stress-Free IEP experience. In each podcast, Frances interviews inspiring people to share information, educate you, empower you and help you get the knowledge you need. In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances speaks with Maggie Staub, Head of Education and Community Partnerships at Parallel Le...

Frances Shefter is an Education Attorney and Advocate who is committed to helping her clients have a Stress-Free IEP experience. In each podcast, Frances interviews inspiring people to share information, educate you, empower you and help you get the knowledge you need. In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™, Frances speaks with Beth Hoch, Director of Early Childhood Education at Congregation Har Shal...

Frances Shefter is an Education Attorney and Advocate who is committed to helping her clients have a Stress-Free IEP experience. In each podcast, Frances interviews inspiring people to share information, educate you, empower you and help you get the knowledge you need.   In this episode of Stress-Free IEP™ Frances interviews Laurie Moloney, an academic language therapist. Laurie has been work...

In today's episode, Frances Shefter interviews Stephanie Frumkin, founder, and CEO of Exceptional Educational Solutions. Stephanie shares how she helps parents of bright and gifted children and teens with learning differences succeed in school as well as helping parents of K-12 students discover the best school options, whether in traditional or alternative education, so their child will thrive an...

In today's episode, I speak with attorney & mediator Erik M Feig. As a parent in a neurodiverse family, Erik has a particular commitment to working with parents where neurodiversity and special needs are factors in their families. He brings a practical, real-world approach to help parents engage each other more constructively when making decisions impacting their neurodiverse children. Connect wit...

Frances Shefter of Shefter Law P.A. discusses how to better understand test results and interpret test scores with Neuropsychologist Dr. Randi Brown of Comprehensive Academic Coaching Solutions, LLC. Connect with Dr. Randi Brown Website: https://cacsnow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randi-brown-psy-d-absnp-1990b291/ Connect with Frances Shefter Website: https://shefterlaw.com/ LinkedI...