Special Education Strategist: Expert Advice for IEPs, 504 Plans, Dyslexia, Parent Advocacy, Learning Disabilities, Executive Function, Dysgraphia, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergent
Overwhelmed, lost, dismissed in IEP/504 systems — seeking help, clarity, and support? You're not alone!
Hosted by Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P, a certified educational therapist, IEP coach, and parent advocate with over 20 years of experience helping families navigate special education. Wendy is the founder of Learning Essentials and a trusted voice in decoding IEPs, literacy challenges, and executive function needs. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or professional, Wendy brings compassionate expertise, real-life strategies, and empowering guidance to help you support the child you care about.
Hosted by Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P, a certified educational therapist, IEP coach, and parent advocate with over 20 years of experience helping families navigate special education. Wendy is the founder of Learning Essentials and a trusted voice in decoding IEPs, literacy challenges, and executive function needs. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or professional, Wendy brings compassionate expertise, real-life strategies, and empowering guidance to help you support the child you care about.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 39 minutes
- Episodes
- 144
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
24: Mechanisms of Working Memory with Dr. Rebecca Resnik, Licensed Psychologist
This is an episode to keep in your cognitive toolbelt! Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Dr. Rebecca Resnik for a deep dive into the mechanisms of working memory. Dr. Resnik explains what working memory …
01:07:46 |
Fri 27 May 2022
23: All Things ADHD with Dr. Sarah Cheyette, Pediatric Neurologist
Have a listen as Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., consults with Dr. Sarah Cheyette, a pediatric neurologist, author, and ADHD expert. Learn about a key approach that harnesses unique ADHD traits and capitalizes …
00:55:28 |
Thu 07 Apr 2022
22: Inclusive Education Project with Amanda Selogie, Esq., and Vickie Brett, Esq.
Inclusive Education Project with Amanda Selogie, Esq., and Vickie Brett, Esq.
Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., in her discussion with the creators of the Inclusive Education Project (I.E.P.), a nonprofit …
01:04:46 |
Mon 04 Apr 2022
21: Creating an Intentional IEP with Stephanie DeLussey
Stephanie DeLussey, dual-certified special education teacher, Master IEP Coach®, children's book author, and teacher mentor
Listen in as Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., gets the scoop on the Intentional …
00:45:10 |
Sat 29 Jan 2022
20: ADHD, Executive Functions, and the Language Connection with Michael McLeod, CCC-SLP
00:54:03 |
Thu 16 Dec 2021
19: All Things Speech-Language Pathology with Gabriele Nicolet, MA, CCC-SLP
Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Executive Director and Owner of SpeechKids, Gabriele Nicolet, as they chat about all things Speech and Language! Gabriele talks through some of the various challenges ch…
00:47:47 |
Tue 19 Oct 2021
18: Behavior has a Purpose with Allison Edwards, LPC, RPT
Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., as she speaks with Allison Edwards, author of Flooded: A Brain Based Guide to Help Children Regulate Emotions. They will discuss the emotional connection to children's behav…
00:56:12 |
Tue 12 Oct 2021
17: Empowerment through Vision with Dr. Nathan Bonilla-Warford, OD, FAAO, FCOVD, FIAOMC
Vision Therapy is more than meets the eye. Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Dr. Nathan Bonilla-Warford as they dive into the individualized care of vision therapy, identify indicators for when it’s need…
00:57:12 |
Wed 12 May 2021
16: College Insider Tips- Psst! It’s not all academics! with Andrea Malkin Brenner, PhD
We’ve got the inside scoop for College Transitions! While we can’t travel to college in our students' back pockets, we can help set them up for success. Preparation is KEY! Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., …
01:00:08 |
Wed 12 May 2021
15: IEP 101 - Three Keys to Writing an Exceptional IEP with Megan Ward, M.Ed.
Writing an IEP can be overwhelming! Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Megan Ward, M.Ed., as they break down the three major IEP components (present levels, classroom functioning, and disability impact in…
00:49:18 |
Thu 08 Apr 2021
14: School Reentry: Trauma, Anxiety, Support with Kelly Fradin, MD
After over a year at home, schools around the world are beginning to re-open. Children will now be re-entering an environment that’s much different than the one they left in early 2020. Join Wendy Ta…
00:50:23 |
Thu 08 Apr 2021
13: In It For the Long Haul - Managing Challenges with Complex Kids, with Elaine Taylor-Klaus, PCC, CPCC
Don’t get furious, get curious! When we change the narrative from “This child is disrespectful” to “This child is having a hard time being respectful right now,” we change the approach to managing ch…
00:54:22 |
Tue 23 Feb 2021
12: Nonverbal Learning Disability: What You NEED to Know with Susan Blumberg, PhD
Nonverbal Learning Disability is NOT what it sounds like. Children and adults with NVLD are extremely verbal. Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Susan Blumberg, PhD, for their detailed discussion about th…
01:08:42 |
Wed 03 Feb 2021
11: If you sit at an IEP table, YOU belong here, Catherine Whitcher, M.Ed, Master IEP Coach
Collaboration is KEY! IEP meetings can cause anxiety for family and educators alike. Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Catherine Whitcher, M.Ed., as they explore how to best prepare for IEP meetings to o…
00:56:43 |
Thu 21 Jan 2021
10: Special Education Law During COVID with Brian K. Gruber, Esq
Distance learning is taking place across the nation. For students with disabilities, this means prior accommodations cannot be met by the previous standards. Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Brian Grube…
01:05:58 |
Thu 17 Dec 2020
9: This Ship Is Sinking: Parents of Children with Disabilities Need a Lifeline with Laura Lorenzen, MSW
Distance learning has left parents of children with disabilities operating in survival mode. Join special education advocate and consultant Laura Lorenzen, MSW and Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., as they discus…
00:56:43 |
Fri 04 Dec 2020
8: What have you done to prepare yourself for college during this pandemic? - with Heidi Waibel
The pandemic has halted many operations, yet college admissions carry on. Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Heidi Waibel, Director of Admission at High Point University, as they offer expert advice on ex…
01:03:26 |
Wed 11 Nov 2020
7: Special Needs Navigator with Eric Jorgensen, MS, MBA, ChSNC
Having disabilities brings its own challenges, and caregivers, families, and individuals often struggle with finding support and services. Learn how to take the next steps.
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00:24:30 |
Mon 28 Sep 2020
6: Coexisting Autism, ADHD and Anxiety: understanding and treating complicated problems with Dan Shapiro, M.D.
Uninhibited or inhibited? Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Dr. Dan Shapiro as they discuss the parallels of Autism, ADHD, and Anxiety, using functional assessment to more thoroughly understand each disa…
00:52:22 |
Tue 16 Jun 2020
5: Girls and Autism with Donna Henderson
Is the answer hiding in plain sight? Women and girls with Autism are frequently misdiagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Join Dr. Donna Henderson and Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., as they review diagn…
01:03:11 |
Tue 25 Feb 2020
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