{"podcast":{"title":"Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous","slug":"homeschool-success-with-kami-wanous-6589569","podcast_index_feed_id":6589569,"rss_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/103b5d9bc/podcast/rss","website_url":"https://www.thefreedomscholar.com/podcasts/homeschool-success-with-kami-wanous","image_url":"https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/staging/podcast_uploaded_nologo/43472167/43472167-1744666522330-c0a0a7f103212.jpg","author":"Kami Wanous - The Freedom Scholar","episode_count":154,"summary":"Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous, The Freedom Scholar, utilizes more than a decade of homeschool experience, along with her public school teaching experience and relatable and practical mentoring of families all over the US and periodic guests, to take you on a journey toward creating the homeschool experience you always wanted and your family deserves in each episode. Whether you’re an experienced homeschooler or a new one, making decisions about curriculum, setting up routines and keeping love of learning high can be challenging. This podcast will help you gain the confidence you need to help your kids reach their goals and become life-long learners. To learn more about Kami and how The Freedom Scholar can help you create your family's best homeschool experience, visit www.thefreedomscholar.com Follow @TheFreedomScholar on Instagram and Facebook For free live trainings every week, join “The Freedom Scholar Homeschooling Community” Facebook group! Subscribe on YouTube - The Freedom Scholar Copyright 2023 © The Freedom Scholar. All rights reserved worldwide. Disclaimer: This is an informational podcast. The information presented in each episode is the most recent and honest to…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-20T20:17:02.014088+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/homeschool-success-with-kami-wanous-6589569"},"episode":{"title":"150. 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In this episode, I'm joined by Kimberly Bennett — Licensed Professional Counselor, homeschooling mom, and founder of the Homeschool Counseling Network — to talk honestly about when outside professional support makes sense, what to look for in a provider, and why finding someone who actually understands homeschooling changes everything. Whether you're navigating learning differences, emotional struggles, health needs, or just a season that feels bigger than you can handle alone — this conversation will help you know what to look for and where to find it. This isn't a scary conversation. It's a relief. Inside this episode: Signs it may be time to seek outside support Why a provider who doesn't understand homeschool culture can do more harm than good What the Homeschool Counseling Network's professional support directory actually includes Support options across mental health, tutoring, parenting, health, and more Why asking for help is one of the most powerful things a mentoring mom can do CONNECT WITH KIMBERLY: -FREE 100+page Guide Homeschoolers' Mental Health Toolkit Homeschoolers' Mental Health Toolkit -FREE HCN Preferred Provider Directory Mental Health Providers - Find & Compare Education Professionals Website: http://www.homeschoolcounselingnetwork.com/ Instagram: @kimberlybennettlpc_hcn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.bennett.lpc/ Facebook Group: HCN Public Resource Sharing Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/935707694836042 CONNECT WITH KAMI: Schedule a free Homeschool Confidence Call with Kami: https://link.thefreedomscholar.com/widget/bookings/fn “Homeschool Success with Kami Wanous” live in Facebook & YouTube every T…","meta_description":"You've wondered it. 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