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Empower LEP Podcast
Jana Parker
67 episodes
7 months ago
In this powerful episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, I sit down with Miriam Burlakovsky — a newly minted private practice owner who is absolutely crushing it in her first few months of entrepreneurship. After realizing her district role, particularly the professional development work, was draining her energy and passion, Miriam made a bold decision to pivot. In just 48 hours following a transformative moment, she launched SLO Psych Services, where she now offers high-quality assessments for A...
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In this powerful episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, I sit down with Miriam Burlakovsky — a newly minted private practice owner who is absolutely crushing it in her first few months of entrepreneurship. After realizing her district role, particularly the professional development work, was draining her energy and passion, Miriam made a bold decision to pivot. In just 48 hours following a transformative moment, she launched SLO Psych Services, where she now offers high-quality assessments for A...
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Entrepreneurship
Education,
Business,
Health & Fitness,
Mental Health
Episodes (20/67)
Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 67 | Redefining Success: Miriam Burlakovsky's Journey to a Dream Practice
In this powerful episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, I sit down with Miriam Burlakovsky — a newly minted private practice owner who is absolutely crushing it in her first few months of entrepreneurship. After realizing her district role, particularly the professional development work, was draining her energy and passion, Miriam made a bold decision to pivot. In just 48 hours following a transformative moment, she launched SLO Psych Services, where she now offers high-quality assessments for A...
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7 months ago
53 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 66 | Building a Career in Assessment with Dr. Rebecca Murray Metzger
In this episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, I sit down with my colleague and friend, Dr. Rebecca Murray Metzger, to explore the world of psychological assessment and building a group practice. If you're a school psychologist or LEP considering a move into private practice, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Listen in to hear all about: The path from school psychology to private practiceChallenges and wins of launching a group practiceMentorship and supporting early-c...
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7 months ago
44 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 65 | Building with Integrity in Psychology and Tech with Dr. Jeremy Sharp
In This Episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Jeremy Sharp — psychologist, host of The Testing Psychologist Podcast, and founder of Reverb AI — for a powerful conversation about entrepreneurship, redefining success in private practice, and the cutting-edge role of AI in psychological assessment. If you’re a psychologist with multiple passions or an interest in expanding your impact beyond the therapy room, this episode is for you. Dr. Sharp shares how he’s turned his clinica...
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7 months ago
50 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 64 | HR Made Simple with Shawn Jough
If HR feels like a confusing maze of rules, classifications, and compliance issues, you’re not alone. But don’t worry—I’ve got you covered! In this episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, I sit down with Shawn Jough, an expert in human resources, to break down what every entrepreneur, private practice owner, and mental health professional needs to know about hiring, worker classification, and building a legally sound business. Shawn makes HR easy to understand, sharing key insights on the differe...
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7 months ago
50 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 63 | Leading the Way: Dr. Peter Faustino on School Psychology, Advocacy, and Burnout
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Peter Faustino, President of the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) for 2024-2025, to discuss his journey in school psychology, insights from the recent NASP conference in Seattle, and the evolving role of school psychologists. We dive into professional burnout, the power of professional organizations, and how to stay engaged in this ever-changing field. Key Highlights: ✅ Takeaways from the NASP conference, including insights from Dr. Saha...
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7 months ago
43 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 62 | The Future of School Psychology: AI, Efficiency, and Leadership with Tim McIvor
Welcome back to another episode of the Empower LEP podcast. This episode was such a fun and insightful conversation with Tim McIvor, the founder of schoolpsych.com. As a fellow school psychologist, I was genuinely inspired by his entrepreneurial journey and impact on our field. You won’t want to miss this episode—here’s why: 🎯 Thinking Ahead – Ever thought about where your passion could take you? Tim did—way back in 2014, when he was just starting out as a school psychologist, he had the visi...
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8 months ago
35 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 61 | Elevating School Psychology: Leadership, Networking, and Innovation with Christopher Ponce
On this episode of the Empower LEP podcast I am sitting down with Christopher Ponce. Wow, What an energizing and insightful conversation! As a fellow school psychologist, I loved hearing his take on NASP 2025—the sessions and the meaningful connections he made along the way. We dive into the power of networking and why reaching out to big names and behind-the-scenes practitioners can open unexpected doors. Chris’ advice? Don’t be afraid to reach out—most experts are happy to chat! Chris...
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8 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 60 | Making Assessments Make Sense with Dr. Liz Angoff and AI
Welcome back to another episode of the Empower LEP Podcast. This episode was such a fun and insightful conversation with Dr. Liz Angoff! If you’re not familiar with her work, Dr. Liz is a Licensed Educational Psychologist with a Diplomate in School Neuropsychology, providing assessment and consultation services to children and their families in the Bay Area, CA. She’s also the author of the Brain Building Books, a fantastic set of tools designed to help kids understand their learning an...
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8 months ago
40 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 59 | Mastering Marketing for Your LEP Practice with Emily Grey
In this episode of the podcast, Jana welcomes her longtime marketing partner and friend, Emily Grey from Client Obsession. Emily has been instrumental in the growth of both Mind by Design and Empower LEP, helping Jana navigate marketing strategies that actually work. Together, they break down the importance of marketing for LEPs and private practice owners, common mistakes to avoid, and the key strategies that drive consistent results. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by marketing, this episod...
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8 months ago
51 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 58 | Mastering Insurance & Superbills with Dr. Jaclyn Fleck
In this week's episode of Empower LEP, I had such a fantastic conversation with Dr. Jaclyn Fleck, and let me tell you—if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by insurance billing, superbills, and all the fine print, you are not alone! As a fellow psychologist, I found her insights so valuable, and I walked away with a much clearer understanding of how to navigate this tricky system. Dr. Fleck is a clinical psychologist and co-owner of a neuropsych/psych testing practice outside of Chicago. She and he...
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9 months ago
57 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 57 | Catching Up with Misty Bonta – From Private Practice to Big Dreams
Welcome back to another Episode of Empower LEP Podcast! I am beyond excited because I got to sit down with the incredible Misty Bonta from Get Psyched! If you’ve been listening for a while, you might remember Misty from about a year ago when she was just starting her private practice. Well, let me tell you—she’s been absolutely crushing it! In this episode, Misty takes us through her journey—the highs, the lows, and everything in between. She opens up about her past, including some real...
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9 months ago
58 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 56 | Mastering Your Practice Finances with CFO Carla Titus
In this Episode of Empower LEP, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Carla Titus, the founder and CEO of Wealth & Worth Within. Carla is a fractional CFO who specializes in supporting group practices, and let me tell you—she knows her stuff when it comes to the financial side of running a business. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by pricing, budgeting, or even knowing what kind of financial support you need (bookkeeper? accountant? CFO?), this conversation is for y...
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9 months ago
40 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 55 | What’s in Your Scope? Understanding Your Role as an LEP
Hi Empowered LEPs! It’s me, Jana, for this solo episode, and I’m diving into a topic that’s both super important and sometimes misunderstood: our scope of practice as licensed educational psychologists. Before we get into it, I’ve got to share how much my mentorship group means to me. It’s such a privilege to connect with aspiring and practicing LEPs, and it honestly keeps me motivated to continue sharing what I’ve learned. You all inspire me every day. Now, let’s talk about the scope of prac...
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9 months ago
37 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 54 | Managing Intakes and Administrative Support
In this solo episode, Jana opens by sharing her heartfelt concern for those affected by the devastating wildfires in Southern California. With family in the impacted areas, she offers her empathy and support to everyone navigating this tragedy. Shifting the focus, Jana dives into the importance of finding passion and inspiration in one’s work. She reflects on her own transformative journey, describing how she moved from a life fueled by dissatisfaction to one driven by purpose and joy—even th...
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10 months ago
39 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 53 | Building a Dream Career: Five Years of Growth and a Look Ahead
In this solo episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, Jana celebrates two major milestones: the five-year anniversary of her practice, Mind by Design, and the one-year anniversary of the podcast. Some notable achievements for the practice include a 51% growth rate, reaching seven-figure revenue, and doubling her team. For Empower LEP, the growth and expansion included launching new courses and mentorship programs. Along the way, Jana discusses working with other professionals to benefit from the...
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10 months ago
30 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 52 | Unlocking Freedom for LEPs with Move Forward Virtual Assistants
In this episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, Jana sits down with Meredith Eaton and Becca Marcus from Move Forward Virtual Assistants, a company on a mission to free mental health professionals from the administrative grind. As Jana comes up on the 5-year anniversary of her practice, she shares the challenges of administrative work. Things like setting up systems, doing intake calls, getting people scheduled, following up with people who she didn't hear back from, getting clients to fill out...
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10 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 51 | From Sacramento to Shanghai | Building Inclusive Education with Dr. Jeremy Greene
In this episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, Jana chats with Dr. Jeremy Greene, a school psychologist and LEP whose journey has taken him from Sacramento to Shanghai and back. Jeremy shares how his natural ability to connect with people and offer guidance led him into school psychology, and he opens up about the pivotal role mentors played as he was starting out. Jeremy takes us inside his time working overseas at an international school in Shanghai, where he faced the challenge of building s...
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10 months ago
47 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 50 | From Overwhelm to Impact | Career Coaching for LEPs with Scott Robson
In this milestone 50th episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, Jana welcomes Scott Robson back to the program. Scott is a transformative coach who’s all about helping entrepreneurs learn and grow through big career moves and life changes. Join them for a candid and inspiring conversation about what it really takes to step into leadership, tackle self-doubt, and make confident decisions when the stakes feel high. Scott introduces the concept of a "courage-based plan"—a way to set goals that allow...
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11 months ago
45 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 49 | Breaking Barriers in School Psychology | Dr. Ray Christner on Supporting Students and Families
In this episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, Jana has an inspiring conversation with Dr. Ray Christner, a psychologist and school psychologist who has spent his career making a real difference in the lives of kids, families, and educators. With decades of experience in both large group practices and smaller, more personalized private work, Ray shares his journey and some of the biggest lessons he’s learned along the way. Ray talks about the power of mentorship in shaping his career and why it’...
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11 months ago
58 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
Ep 48 | Revolutionizing Education for Twice-Exceptional Students Sam Young on Strength-Based Learning
In this episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, I sit down with Sam Young, M.Ed., the incredible founder and Head of School at Young Scholars Academy. Sam has built something truly special—a virtual enrichment school designed to help twice-exceptional, gifted, and neurodivergent students feel understood, supported, and genuinely excited about learning. Sam brings such an inspiring perspective to this conversation, shaped by his own experiences as a neurodivergent person and his dedication to fli...
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11 months ago
40 minutes

Empower LEP Podcast
In this powerful episode of the Empower LEP Podcast, I sit down with Miriam Burlakovsky — a newly minted private practice owner who is absolutely crushing it in her first few months of entrepreneurship. After realizing her district role, particularly the professional development work, was draining her energy and passion, Miriam made a bold decision to pivot. In just 48 hours following a transformative moment, she launched SLO Psych Services, where she now offers high-quality assessments for A...