I Hear You Say

Jen Walsh
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Hosted by the American School Counselor Association, "I Hear You Say" is a podcast for school counselors and other leaders in education. Tune in for conversations on school counseling hot topics and practical tips, legal and ethical considerations, and other themes relevant to school counselors.

  1. Aug 25

    Rapid Resets: Managing Stress During the School Year

    In this episode of I Hear You Say, hosts Jill Cook and Janae Douglas welcome Charle Peck, international keynote speaker, author, former educator and clinical trauma therapist, for a conversation about helping school counselors build stress tolerance and thrive under pressure. Peck explores the difference between simply surviving and truly thriving, why even highly capable educators can struggle when stress takes over and how anticipating pressure points can help school counselors prepare before challenges arise. She shares practical strategies for strengthening communication with teachers and families, using quick “rapid resets” to regulate the nervous system, recognizing negative “story spirals” and staying grounded by considering what information might be missing. The conversation also explores emotional regulation and co-regulation as the heartbeat of a school, the importance of modeling calm leadership and setting respectful limits, as well as how small, manageable steps can build greater well-being and resilience throughout the school year.

  2. Jul 28

    Growing Through Challenges: Helping Students Build Resilience

    In this episode of I Hear You Say, hosts Jill Cook and Janae Douglas welcome Brent Burnham, nationally recognized educator, former school counselor and creator of the Bully Blockers and Cool2Care Revolution programs, for a conversation about supporting students' mental health and resilience. Burnham explores how school counselors can use data and the ASCA Student Standards to proactively support the whole child while addressing the growing impact of stress, anxiety and depression. He shares practical strategies for fostering a growth mindset, helping students reframe setbacks, recognize negative self-talk and build confidence through effort and persistence. The conversation also covers identifying signs of emotional distress, incorporating mindfulness and self-regulation techniques into the school day and understanding when students should be referred to mental health professionals for additional support.

  3. Jun 26

    Episode 60: Meet the Candidates: Shaping the Future of ASCA

    In this episode of I Hear You Say, host Jill Cook, ASCA executive director, and co-host Christy Welch, chair of ASCA, welcome board candidates Ebonee Magee-Dorsey, DPC, Monica Bryant, Ed.D., Andres Castro, Ed.D., and Tosha Todd to discuss their backgrounds, leadership philosophies, and visions for the future of the profession. The candidates share why they are seeking board service and explore key issues facing school counselors, including advocacy, equitable access to comprehensive school counseling programs, student mental health, workforce readiness, and counselor retention. They also discuss the importance of transparent, collaborative governance and their commitment to helping ASCA continue advancing the profession and supporting school counselors nationwide.

  4. Jun 1

    Episode 59: Beyond Tiered Interventions: Strengthening MTSS in Schools

    In this episode of I Hear You Say, host Jill Cook, ASCA executive director, and co-host Janae Douglas, ASCA education and training coordinator, are joined by Dr. Emily Goodman-Scott, Dr. Jennifer Betters-Bubon, Dr. Peg Donohue and Dr. Jacob Olsen, collectively known as School Counselors for MTSS, for a conversation about the growing role of multitiered systems of supports (MTSS) within the school counseling profession and its integration into the ASCA National Model®. The guests reflect on how the field has evolved from introducing MTSS concepts to focusing on deeper, more intentional implementation and share updates from the newly submitted second edition of "Making MTSS Work." The discussion explores expanded real-world examples; stronger guidance around teaming and collaboration; evidence- and practice-based interventions; and the importance of incorporating student, family and staff perspectives into Tier 1 systems. They also discuss practical implementation tools, including phased planning and checklists, along with strategies for aligning initiatives such as SEL and restorative practices within MTSS frameworks. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize that effective MTSS requires intentional systems, consistent practices and fidelity, rather than simply layering disconnected tiered activities.

  5. Apr 30

    Episode 58: Strengthening School Counseling: A Model for Training and Support

    In this episode of I Hear You Say, host Jill Cook, executive director of the American School Counselor Association, and co-host Leisl Moriarty, director of affiliate relations at ASCA, are joined by leaders from the Oklahoma School Counselor Association – Chelsea Hinkle, Dr. Sarah Kirk and Allison Morris – to discuss their 2025 award-winning Supporting Emergency and Alternative Licensure (SEAL) program. Created in response to a growing number of emergency-certified school counselors across the state, SEAL is a semester-long virtual training series designed to build foundational skills and align participants with the ASCA National Model®. The conversation explores how the program is strengthening confidence, improving program quality and expanding access for school counselors in rural and virtual settings. The group also shares lessons learned along the way, including navigating funding challenges, building buy-in and using data to support advocacy efforts.

  6. Mar 26

    Episode 57: The Power of School Counseling: 2026 SCOY Finalists Share Their Impact

    In this special episode of I Hear You Say, host Jill Cook, ASCA executive director, and co-host Janae Douglas, ASCA’s education and training coordinator, are joined by the four 2026 School Counselor of the Year finalists –  Leka Anitema (Maui High School, Hawaii), Annie Goldberg, ACSC, (Broadview Middle School, N.C.), Lydia Thu Kim Larimore (Neabsco Elementary School, Va.), and Summer Royale Whittington (Ernest Gallet Elementary School, La.). The conversation explores the most urgent challenges facing school counselors nationwide, including rising student mental health needs, gaps in self-regulation skills, immigration-related fears in school communities and inequitable access to postsecondary pathways. The finalists also share how school counselors can influence systems without formal authority by using data for advocacy; clearly defining their role; and building strong partnerships with school leaders, educators, families and community partners. Each finalist highlights transformational initiatives from their schools: expanding college, career and workforce access across multiple Hawaiian islands; reducing discipline referrals through trauma-informed teacher support; implementing restorative justice to lower suspensions; and cutting chronic absenteeism through student-led mentorship focused on connection and belonging. Together, their stories showcase the scope, strength and systemic impact of the school counseling profession and the ways school counselors across diverse communities are shaping school culture, expanding opportunity and centering equity and care in their work.

  7. Feb 23

    Episode 56: Opening Doors: The 2026 SCOY on Using Data to Help Each and Every Student Succeed

    In this episode of I Hear You Say, host Jill Cook, executive director of the American School Counselor Association, and co-host Janae Douglas, ASCA’s education and training coordinator, welcome Danielle R. Crankfield, school counselor at Crofton High School in Gambrills, Md., and the 2026 ASCA School Counselor of the Year®. Danielle reflects on how her own high school counselor inspired her career and what continues to fuel her passion 15 years later. She shares how, during Crofton’s founding year amid the pandemic, she analyzed course enrollment data to uncover inequities in honors and AP science placement, leading to collaborative changes that expanded access. Danielle discusses Crofton’s open-access model for rigorous coursework and offers practical guidance for school counselors seeking to advance success for each and every student  through data, student voice and persistent advocacy.

  8. Jan 27

    Episode 55: Creating Safety: How School Counselors Support Students Through Trauma

    In this episode of the I Hear You Say  podcast, host Jill Cook, executive director of the American School Counselor Association, and co-host Janae Douglas, ASCA’s education and training coordinator, are joined by Dr. Sylvia Hollins, an experienced school counselor and trauma specialist. Hollins shares her journey into trauma and multicultural counseling and explains how trauma can affect students’ academic performance, behavior and social/emotional development. The conversation explores what it truly means to create trauma-informed school environments – spaces where students feel safe, supported and seen – and why school counselors and educators play a critical role in that work. Hollins offers practical tools, resources and real-world examples of effective crisis response and trauma-informed practices in schools. She also reinforces a powerful takeaway: the presence of caring, regulated adults can significantly reduce the impact of trauma and help students regain a sense of stability and hope. Visit www.schoolcounselor.org to learn more about these offerings, access additional resources and explore professional learning opportunities for school counselors and district leaders. To further your learning, explore the following ASCA professional development opportunities and resources: Trauma and Crisis Management ASCA U Specialist Trauma and Crisis Management On-Site Training ASCA National Model® Two-Year Districtwide Program The School Counselor and Trauma-Informed Practice Help Students Navigate Fears About ICE

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Hosted by the American School Counselor Association, "I Hear You Say" is a podcast for school counselors and other leaders in education. Tune in for conversations on school counseling hot topics and practical tips, legal and ethical considerations, and other themes relevant to school counselors.

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  • Creator
    Jen Walsh
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    69
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © ASCA On Air
  • Show Website
    I Hear You Say

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