It's Special Podcast

It's Special

Tracey Spencer Walsh
It's Special offers an informative and thoughtful blend of real-world insight, advice, and anecdotes from the top leaders and experts in the world of special needs issues.
Leah Madamba MS, NCC, LCMHC, Family Services Director at Trails Carolina
“I would love to see family’s reach out earlier for support, somehow have a system in place where there’s not that stigma and they feel okay asking for help when things first have started to happen. You know, so that they get connected with help and they talk to other parents that are in it too.” Host and Special Education Law Attorney Tracey Spencer Walsh speaks with Leah Madamba, MS, NCC, LCMHC, and Family Services Director at Trails Carolina about how wilderness therapy programs can provide a safe space for struggling children and adolescents as an alternative to traditional treatments; and the significant impact these programs can make on families and their children suffering with mental health or behavioral challenges. Tracey’s entire career has led up to this moment. Bringing her over twenty-five years of expertise in the legal industry to the air waves, Tracey dives deeper into the world of special needs and civil rights law to give parents the relevant and supportive information they crave and need, without having to sift through a mountain of articles or paperwork. It’s about cutting through the constant noise, pulling the most important tidbits out, and absorbing key advice and anecdotes that help you and your child excel on their journey. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tracey-spencer-walsh/message
Jun 16, 2022
41 min
Dr. David Salsberg, PsyD, DABPS, Clinical Neuropsychologist and Director of Pediatric Assessment, Learning & Support (PALS)
“Sometimes the surprise, which honestly makes me feel really good when I can give them this surprise, is ‘wow I didn’t really know my child was that intelligent or had those strengths because we get caught in some of the issues.’ So that’s the surprise I always like to be able to find is the strengths beneath the disability.” Host and Special Education Law Attorney Tracey Spencer Walsh speaks with Dr. David Salsberg, PsyD, DABPS, Clinical Neuropsychologist and Director of Pediatric Assessment, Learning & Support (PALS) about the importance of developmental, psychological, and neuropsychological evaluations on children of all ages who may have learning disabilities, attention issues, autism, or even traumatic brain injuries. Dr. Salsberg was the Associate Director of Pediatric Psychology and Neuropsychology at NYU Langone Medical Center. And he is Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor of Neuropsychology at Weill Cornell Medical College in the Department of Neurological Surgery. Tracey’s entire career has led up to this moment. Bringing her over twenty-five years of expertise in the legal industry to the air waves, Tracey dives deeper into the world of special needs and civil rights law to give parents the relevant and supportive information they crave and need, without having to sift through a mountain of articles or paperwork. It’s about cutting through the constant noise, pulling the most important tidbits out, and absorbing key advice and anecdotes that help you and your child excel on their journey. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tracey-spencer-walsh/message
Jun 2, 2022
49 min
Dr. Kimberly Busi, MD--Founder of the Quad Preparatory School in New York City
Special Education Law Attorney Tracey Spencer Walsh speaks with Dr. Kimberly Busi about the importance of an appropriate school environment for children who are twice exceptional.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tracey-spencer-walsh/message
May 19, 2022
39 min
Denise Marshall, MS--Chief Executive Officer for the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA)
Special Education Law Attorney Tracey Spencer Walsh speaks with Denise Marshall about the importance of community for families with children with disabilities and how the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA) supports families nationwide. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tracey-spencer-walsh/message
May 5, 2022
49 min
Dr. Cecelia McCarton, MD--Developmental Pediatrician at The McCarton Center
Special Education Law Attorney Tracey Spencer Walsh speaks with Dr. Cecelia McCarton about the treatment and care for children with Autism.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tracey-spencer-walsh/message
Apr 20, 2022
45 min