Episode

Navigating Special Education and​ Advocating for Your Child

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Creating a Family: Talk about Adoption, Foster & Kinship Care
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Jul 8, 2026
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Summary

Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks! Navigating special education can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. In this episode, we’re joined by Paula J. Yost, a licensed clinical mental health therapist, special education advocate, lawyer, educator, and author who breaks down IEPs, 504 plans, evaluations, and how to effectively advocate for your child. In this episode, we discuss: What led you to focus on helping families navigate the special education system?For parents and caregivers ...