Bridging the gap: Effective communication between schools and teletherapists
The success of behavioral intervention hinges on a seamless connection between therapists and schools. Effective communication is the cornerstone of this partnership, a bridge that transforms challenges into opportunities for student growth. Research consistently affirms the importance of this collaboration, highlighting the link between effective educator relationships and student achievement.¹ Teletherapy has emerged as a […]
7 Ways to Overcome Disruptive Behaviors Subverting the Therapy Session
The growing popularity of teletherapy, while an extremely welcome development, has presented a whole range of challenges for therapists. Often the most difficult is how to react when children misbehave during the session. When things don’t go as planned, it is important to understand the reasons behind the child’s difficult behavior. It’s possible that the […]
5 Vital Communication Skills Every SPED Director Needs to Master Today
Importance of Workplace Communication When you think of the tools that a SPED Director needs, “communication” may not immediately strike you as a high priority. However, you will find that the wisest and most effective SPED Directors have mastered these vital interpersonal skills. SPED Directors, tasked with managing Special Education Departments, lead with clear communication, […]
Therapists: 5 Easy & Effective Ways to Build Rapport with the Client
Why Rapport Matters in Therapy Building rapport with your clients is perhaps the most important of clinical skills to possess. It is estimated that 40% of clients choose another therapist due to the quality of the therapeutic relationship. Some studies have even suggested that therapeutic rapport is a more critical factor in the client’s progress […]
Praise: A Simple Yet Potent Way to Improve Student Focus and Behavior
The Breakthrough Study There is a growing body of research that finds praise can be an effective way for educators to effect better behavior and improve student focus as well as academic performance. This is particularly true when the praise that the teachers share both specifies and describes the behavior. Online school psychologists can help […]
Motivating Parents to Get Involved
This post is the fourth in a series based on a transcript from a recent Q&A with Dr. Barry Prizant as part of his webinar, “Family Collaboration: An Essential Element for SPED Success.” Questions came directly from audience participants — special education directors, special educators, speech-language pathologists, and parents, and answers are from Dr. Prizant. […]