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One of the most common and powerful functions of behavior is attention. As adults, we often think of attention-seeking behavior as something children do. But the truth is, we all seek attention. We all want to feel seen, heard, and acknowledged. And often, attention becomes most valuable when it feels limited or diverted. I remember when my children were younger. The moment I got on the phone, it was immediate: “Mom.” “Mom.” “Mom, mom, mom…” It didn’t matter that I had been a

Most parents don’t imagine their journey will include panic attacks, chronic stomachaches, school refusal, meltdowns, concussions, family illness, grief, and the lingering effects of a global pandemic. And yet for so many families, this is the reality. Add in sports disappointments, friendship struggles, learning challenges, and the daily unpredictability of growing brains and bodies, and it can feel like you are constantly in crisis-management mode. This is why so many of us

Effective school consulting is about more than strategies and systems. It's about people. Two essential practices that guide my work are including paraprofessionals throughout the treatment process and collecting meaningful, feasible data. When we center both, we create supports that are compassionate, practical, and impactful for students and the teams who serve them. Consulting Tip #1: Include Paraprofessionals Paraprofessionals spend their days alongside students. They are

I had the incredible opportunity to speak about identifying and strengthening our professional superpowers. These are the natural and learned abilities that allow us to reach the peak of our potential- our unique strengths that, when refined, can make a meaningful difference in how we support students, par ents, and colleagues. What Are Superpowers? In this context, superpowers are the behaviors, skills, and strengths that go beyond the ordinary. They’re the abilities that al