NASP Dialogues
NASP Dialogues
National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
<p>The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) brings you essential conversations in school psychology, with episodes covering everything from mental health and crisis prevention to strategies for promoting equity and inclusion in schools. Each podcast offers expert perspectives and practical advice to help school psychologists and educators navigate the challenges of supporting student well-being.</p><p>Listen on Apple Podcasts for insights you can use to stay informed and enhance your professional practice.</p><p><strong>NASP Members:</strong> Be sure to visit <a href='https://www.nasponline.org/podcasts'>nasponline.org/podcasts</a> for exclusive, members-only podcasts available only on our website.</p>
Catalysts in Conversation – Ep. 6 – Preventing Burnout With Digital Hygiene
NASP President, Peter Faustino, discusses the science of burnout with Dr. Sahar Yousef. Their conversation centers on strategies to help school psychologists—and all of us—reclaim focus, reduce stress, and build sustainable habits in a hyperconnected world. From grayscale screens to guilt-free boundaries, Dr. Yousef offers practical tools for thriving in a digital age.
Jun 18, 2025
40 min
Catalysts in Conversation – Ep. 5 – Youth & Social Media
NASP President, Peter Faustino, discusses the impact of social media use on young people and how school psychologists can share that information with students and families. This episode features a conversation with Nicole Owings-Fonner, the Director of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health.
Apr 1, 2025
34 min
Catalysts in Conversation: Ep. 4 – Suicide Risk in Children with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
NASP President, Peter Faustino, discusses new research related to heightened suicide risk among children with neurodevelopmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, and how school psychologists can support suicide prevention efforts with this population. This episode features a conversation with Dr. Paul Lipkin, a neurodevelopmental pediatrician at the Kennedy Krieger Institute and professor of Pediatrics at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
Jan 28, 2025
39 min
Catalysts in Conversation: Ep. 3 – Supporting Youth Mental Health
NASP President, Peter Faustino, discusses the mental health crisis and how it is impacting young people, families, and communities every day. This episode features a conversation with Keris Myrick, Inseparable’s VP of Partnerships and Innovation.
Dec 18, 2024
43 min
Catalysts in Conversation: Ep. 2 – The Science of Youth Empowerment
NASP President, Peter Faustino, discusses the importance of youth empowerment and how school psychologists can leverage it in support of student mental health. This episode features a conversation with Claudia-Santi F. Fernandes, the Director of Research + Evaluation for the Born This Way Foundation.
Oct 28, 2024
38 min
Catalysts in Conversation: Ep. 1 – The Fight for SEL
NASP President, Peter Faustino, discusses the national landscape surrounding Social Emotional Learning with CASEL's Vice President of Policy, Lakeisha Steele. In their conversation, Lakeisha shares what school psychologists can do to promote the value of Social Emotional Learning even in areas where there is opposition to its inclusion in school curriculum.
Oct 15, 2024
32 min
EDI Podcast Series [EP8]: Looking Back and Moving Forward: Reflecting on a Season of the EDI Podcast
In this episode of the EDI podcast, host and NASP Director of Educational Practice, Sheila Desai is joined by three panelists to reflect on the goals and takeaways of the podcast series.
Mar 4, 2022
47 min
EDI Podcast Series [EP8]: Looking Back and Moving Forward: Reflecting on a Season of the EDI Podcast
In this episode of the EDI podcast, host and NASP Director of Educational Practice, Sheila Desai is joined by three panelists to reflect on the goals and takeaways of the podcast series.
Mar 4, 2022
47 min
EDI Podcast Series [EP7]: Cognitive Assessment: A History and a Path Forward for All Students
Episode 7 of the EDI podcast focuses on the history of cognitive assessment and its particular impact on individuals from minoritized backgrounds.
Nov 9, 2021
34 min
EDI Podcast Series [EP7]: Cognitive Assessment: A History and a Path Forward for All Students
Episode 7 of the EDI podcast focuses on the history of cognitive assessment and its particular impact on individuals from minoritized backgrounds.
Nov 9, 2021
34 min
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