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  • 396: Non-Verbal Learning Disorders Part 2 with Dr. Jessica Broitman and Dr. Jack Davis (Local Professional Series)

    396: Non-Verbal Learning Disorders Part 2 with Dr. Jessica Broitman and Dr. Jack Davis (Local Professional Series)
    Jan 27 2026

    Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., BCET, and Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed., BCET Dr. Jessica Broitman and Dr. Jack Davis for part 2 of their conversation about Non-verbal Learning Disorders (Developmental Visual Spatial Disorder). They share what to do once you know that your learner has NVLD. They talk about the importance of passion, giving your learner permission to talk about whatever their learner is upset about with you, not pretending that NVLD is easy and taking complete advantage of their verbal strengths. They also share how educational therapists can be supportive in this dynamic.

    Dr. Davis: Davisjackm@aol.com

    Dr. Broitman: Doctorjess.org

    NVLD Project

    Psychology Today Article Mentioned

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    Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website

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    @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist

    Other episodes mentioned:

    Ep 395: Non-Verbal Learning Disorders Part 1 with Dr. Jessica Broitman and Dr. Jack Davis (Local Professional Series)
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    28 Min.
  • 395: Non-Verbal Learning Disorders Part 1 with Dr. Jessica Broitman and Dr. Jack Davis (Professional Series)

    395: Non-Verbal Learning Disorders Part 1 with Dr. Jessica Broitman and Dr. Jack Davis (Professional Series)
    Jan 20 2026
    Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., BCET, and Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed., BCET welcome Dr. Jessica Broitman a psychoanalyst, child psychologist, and researcher and Dr. Jack Davis, school psychologist and neuropsychologist for this conversation about non-verbal learning disorders. They share the history of NVLD and discuss the process of renaming NVLD to be classified as Developmental Visual Spatial Disorder. They also talk about what NVLD is and the developmental signs of NVLD at ages and stages. Connect with Dr. Davis: Davisjackm@aol.com Connect with Dr. Broitman: Doctorjess.org NVLD Project Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast How to connect with us: Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist
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    58 Min.
  • 394: Simplicity Builds Sustainable Systems (Educational Therapy Series)

    394: Simplicity Builds Sustainable Systems (Educational Therapy Series)
    Jan 13 2026
    Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., BCET, and Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed., BCET dive into all the ways learners unintentionally overcomplicate their foundational systems. From color-coding everything to creating elaborate planners they never use, Rachel and Steph unpack how learners often make organization and productivity harder than they need to be. They discuss why this happens and what parents and educators can do to help learners simplify. You’ll hear practical strategies to help learners build systems that are clear, sustainable, and actually work in real life. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast How to connect with us: Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist
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    13 Min.
  • 393: Is educational therapy just “extra work” for my already overwhelmed learner? (Educational Therapy Series)

    393: Is educational therapy just “extra work” for my already overwhelmed learner? (Educational Therapy Series)
    Jan 6 2026
    Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., BCET, and Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed., BCET talk about one of the most common concerns they hear from parents: “My learner doesn’t want extra work.” In this episode, they explore what’s really behind learner resistance and how to tell when a learner is truly ready for support. They share how resistance is often a form of self-protection, not defiance. Rachel and Steph break down practical ways to build readiness through trust, curiosity, and small wins—so support feels empowered instead of overwhelmed. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast How to connect with us: Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist Other episodes mentioned: Ep 310: Learners Who Don't Want Educational Therapy (Educational Therapy Series)
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    14 Min.
  • 392: How to Shift from Nagging to Supportive (Educational Therapy Series)

    392: How to Shift from Nagging to Supportive (Educational Therapy Series)
    Dec 23 2025
    Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., BCET, and Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed., BCET explore what’s really happening when support starts to feel like nagging. They discuss why it happens, how it affects both parents and learners, and share practical ways to shift from constant reminders to strategies that build independence and strengthen connection. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast How to connect with us: Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist Other episodes mentioned: Ep 62: Manager vs. Consultant (Parenting Series)
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    17 Min.
  • 391: Motivation Mindset with Dr. Ellen Braaten (Author Series)

    391: Motivation Mindset with Dr. Ellen Braaten (Author Series)
    Dec 16 2025
    Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., BCET, and Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed., BCET welcome back Dr. Ellen Braaten, clinical psychologist and professor, to discuss her latest publication Motivation Mindset Workbook. In this super fun interview, Dr. Braaten talks about motivation as a skillset, how it’s a part of executive functioning and how executive functioning and motivation are two sides of the same coin. She shares how we can operationalize motivation and talks about the differences between motivation and effort. We also spontaneously played a fun game where we all felt super validated and heard. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast How to connect with us: Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist Other episodes mentioned: Ep 63: Slow Processing Speed with Dr. Ellen Braaten (Author Series) Ep 166: How Time Perception Impacts Learners with Dr. Ellen Braaten (Author Series) Ep 167: How Processing Speed Impacts Social Skills with Dr. Ellen Braaten (Author Series) Ep 168: Processing Speed vs. Sluggish Cognitive Tempo with Dr. Ellen Braaten (Author Series) Ep 252: "Bright Kids Who Couldn’t Care Less" with Dr. Ellen Braaten Part 1 (Author Series) Ep 253: "Bright Kids Who Couldn’t Care Less" with Dr. Ellen Braaten Part 2 (Author Series)
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    34 Min.
  • 390: Procrastination vs. Perfectionism (Educational Therapy Series)

    390: Procrastination vs. Perfectionism (Educational Therapy Series)
    Dec 9 2025
    Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., BCET, and Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed., BCET dig into the differences, similarities, and overlap between procrastination and perfectionism. They dig into the motivations of both and discuss how to decipher what’s going on and some strategies of what to do next. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast How to connect with us: Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist
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    13 Min.
  • 389: “Is now the best time to start Educational Therapy?” (Educational Therapy Series)

    389: “Is now the best time to start Educational Therapy?” (Educational Therapy Series)
    Dec 2 2025
    Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., BCET, and Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed., BCET discuss how there is no perfect time of year to start educational therapy support. They discuss the benefit of “just getting started” and all the emotional benefits of beginning to address learner challenges. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast How to connect with us: Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist
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    11 Min.