In this episode of Let’s Talk Learning Disabilities, Laurie attends the Independent Educational Consulting Association (IECA) conference in Detroit, where she interviews several incredible professionals working to support students in their academic transitions.

In this episode, Laurie reconnects with Cindy Palmer from Threshold Coaches to discuss essential parenting strategies for supporting neurodivergent students, particularly those with ADHD, as they transition from high school to college.

Laurie chats again with Cindy Palmer of Threshold Coaches to discuss the transition from high school to college for neurodiverse students. Cindy shares her top 10 tips for these students.

Laurie and Abbey sit down with Nadaya Cross, Director of Disability Services at Texas Woman's University. Nadaya shares her journey and discusses the progress being made to support students with disabilities and create a more inclusive, accessible campus.

Laurie and Abbey discuss important tips for getting ready for the new school year. They cover reviewing accommodation plans, communicating with teachers, and how students can begin advocating for their own needs as they grow older and enter college.

Laurie and Abbey chat with Cathi Graveline about various assistive technologies for students with learning disabilities. They cover resources for students in elementary school through college and into adulthood.

Laurie and Abbey break down the differences in evaluations, who can order or conduct them, and what the approval process looks like, including the typical timeline for getting things done.

Laurie and Abbey interview three staff members from Landmark College, an institution founded to support students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities. Mark, Adam, and Mike discuss the college’s processes, how they serve neurodivergent learners, and the unique educational experience they provide.

Laurie and Abbey continue their ‘Intervention series’ with Lindsay Hollmuller from Dallas Integrated Counseling.

Lindsay explores the widespread issue of test anxiety, explaining how the Test Edge program helps individuals conquer this challenge—whether it’s linked to a learning disability or a concern on its own sharing practical strategies for tackling anxiety and boosting performance.

Laurie and Abbey continue the ‘intervention series’ in an interview with Rachel Erickson from Breakaway Test Prep, a service available to students across the country for help with standardized testing.

In this episode, Laurie and Abbey sit down with Tim Niermeyer from Next Step College to Career Coaching.

Tim shares how his program helps college students prepare for the workforce by offering one-on-one résumé coaching and career prep. He explains how they guide students in landing their dream job in their desired field after college.

In this episode, Laurie and Abbey chat with Beth McGaw of Launchpad Consulting Group about the support available for adults with learning disabilities. Learn how individuals can navigate college, transition into the workforce, or make a career change with the right guidance and resources.

In this episode, Laurie and Abbey offer essential back-to-school advice, including how to review accommodation plans and communicate with teachers early in the school year.

They also explore how students can start advocating for their own needs as they approach higher education and beyond.

In this episode, Laurie and Abbey chat with Independent Education Consultant Beth McGaw about the value of having an expert guide through a student's academic journey.

Learn how an Independent Education Consultant can help students from middle school through college and beyond, offering guidance on educational choices, support, and more.

In this episode, Laurie and Abbey tackle the frustrating reality of being denied accommodations on standardized tests like the ACT, SAT, or MCAT. They walk through the application process and what to expect.

If you've ever wondered what steps to take after a denial, this episode offers insight, encouragement, and next steps.