Stress-Free IEP podcast – Helping you Build your Village

Understanding Autism and Neurodiversity with Dr. Ryan Hinojosa
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 90 https://youtube.com/live/mEAWRUTmY_Y In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Dr. Ryan…

The Importance of Financial Planning for Special Needs Families with Mary McDirmid
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 89 https://youtube.com/live/bCYaFb5QImY Planning for the future is something every parent thinks about, yet so…

A Community for Moms of Neurodivergent Kids with Amanda Levin
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 88 https://youtube.com/live/RTqWv3HqG8Q The Power of Peer Support In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, host…

Empowering Caregivers of Children with Disabilities with Andrea Jones
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 87 https://youtube.com/live/qQjrhOaz-PI In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Andrea Jones,…

Unlocking Communication: The Power of AAC Devices in Education with Lisa Quinn
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 86 https://www.youtube.com/live/NZW_zTDEe1M?si=y0xL4hgd8PtxfGsH In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Lisa Quinn,…

Understanding Consent and Social Skills: A Conversation with EASE Co-Founders
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 85 https://youtube.com/live/B-jByC_KHDA The Birth of EASE: Addressing Consent and Social Skills Today on…

Mindset & Balance in Weight Management with Debbie Harris
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 84 https://youtube.com/live/eA8WZ1VpNg8 In this enlightening episode of Stress-Free IEP®, host Frances Shefter welcomes…

Integrating Wellness and Learning for Student Success with Elyse Dworin
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 83 https://youtube.com/live/D5_JFov8_OI In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Elyse…

Inclusive Practices in Special Education with Michela Laverty of Oly Able Special Education Consulting
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 82 https://youtube.com/live/KzI-T3cVk7Y In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Michela Laverty,…

Overcoming the Challenges Faced by Education Lawyers with Randi Johnson
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 81 https://youtu.be/kQ6pcVH88bk Introduction: In this episode, Frances Shefter welcomes Randi Johnson, Principal Attorney and…

Affirming Support for the Neurodivergent Community with Dr. Jaclyn Halpern
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 80 https://youtube.com/live/Qv2MnD937rU In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Dr. Jaclyn…

Resources & Support for All with Pathological Demand Avoidance with Diane Gould
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 79 https://youtube.com/live/32J7NY3lSwI In this episode of Stress-Free IEP ®, Frances Shefter speaks with Diane…

Neurodiversity- & LGBTQIA+-Affirming Therapy with Robin Brannan of Better Together Family Therapy
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 78 https://youtube.com/live/pLC_pL6W3qY In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Robin Brannan,…

Navigating Finances for Special Needs Families with Michelle Letterly
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 77 https://youtube.com/live/ZgJexNCfEB8 In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Michelle Letterly,…

Building Effective Education Systems with Meagan Gillcrist
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 76 https://youtube.com/live/M_9FVFNodPY In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Meagan…

Customized Therapy Approaches with Pamela Newman, LCSW-C
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 75 https://youtube.com/live/N8p8ZymIP98 In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Pamela Newman,…

Unleashing Potential with Catina Franklin Sweedy: A Dive into Self-Directed Learning
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 74 https://youtube.com/live/EslYthME2VA In this enlightening episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Catina…

Harnessing Family Dynamics and Understanding Neurodiversity with Laura Goldstein
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 73 https://youtube.com/live/3K5zKGa_Vm0 In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter, principal of Shefter Law,…

Empowering Neurodivergent Youth: The Broad Futures Approach with Caitlin Garman
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 72 https://youtube.com/live/2gfaGPnSzZQ In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, host Frances Shefter talks with Caitlin…

Empowerment Through Understanding with Parenting Coach, Melissa Schulz
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 71 https://youtube.com/live/7s1YGohAlv8 In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Melissa Schulz,…

Empowering Parents in Special Education: A Conversation with Daniela Feldhausen
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 70 https://youtube.com/live/C-TZKqa1Pds?feature=share Introduction to Kids Up Reading Coaches Navigating the realm of special education…

Empowering Parents in Special Education: Insights from an Advocate
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 69 https://youtube.com/live/VLmaQBxuULw In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Brendan Sheerin,…

Understanding ADHD and Mental Health Resilience with Dr. David Palmiter
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 68 https://www.youtube.com/live/cy-D5wfth7M?si=4t8YCbGN8vyHiB5H In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Dr.…

Supporting Learning Through Educational Therapy with Polly Mayer
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 67 https://youtube.com/live/3k4HW2pACtI In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Polly Mayer,…

Providing Personalized Educational Support with Sara Gallagher
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 66 https://youtube.com/live/HzT70_hw8Zo In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Sara Gallagher,…

Evaluating Your Special Needs Child with Dr. Ken Stefano
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 65 https://youtube.com/live/VpHn6OnpTEM In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter is joined by Dr.…

Navigating Parenting for Neurodivergent Children: Insights from Jen Dryer
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 64 https://youtube.com/live/HDAgSvn0vkA Episode Summary: In a recent episode of Stress-Free IEP®, host Frances Shefter…

Enhancing Home Accessibility with Gogo Access: An Interview with Ivonne Rodriguez
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 63 https://youtube.com/live/MM42R4kNfgo In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Ivonne…

Navigating Special Education: Insights and Strategies from Jane Singleton
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 62 https://youtube.com/live/pEnNF2qB96k In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Jane Singleton,…

Insights from Educational Leader and Author, Dr. Tania Farran
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 61 https://youtu.be/SF0voVn1CMw?si=82BWcixf18rlrY8q Introduction to Stress-Free IEP® Welcome to the Stress-Free IEP® podcast, hosted by…

Understanding and Managing Tourette Syndrome with Mary Shouse
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 60 https://youtube.com/live/7SUaa46Zl18 Introduction to Stress-Free IEP® Welcome to the Stress-Free IEP® podcast, hosted by…

Navigating Special Education with Dr. Kristin Meyer: Empowering Parents and Teachers
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 59 https://youtube.com/live/C2GeIho9_lI Introduction to Stress-Free IEP® Welcome to the Stress-Free IEP® podcast, hosted…

Understanding Dyslexia and Effective Tutoring Techniques with Ann Lawyer
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 58 https://youtube.com/live/G9kovtBVnAk Introduction to Stress-Free IEP® Welcome to the Stress-Free IEP® podcast, hosted by…

Homeschooling a Special Needs Student with Kitchie McBride
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 57 https://youtube.com/live/UxU5_TI_hCo In this episode of Stress-Free IEP® Frances Shefter speaks with Kitchie McBride,…

Navigating Dyslexia Support with Sarah Bobal
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 56 [embed]https://youtube.com/live/WvM9DU5hUOI[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Sarah Bobal,…

Navigating Strength-Based IEPs with April Rehrig
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 55 https://youtu.be/qAbfN039I7w In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with April…

A Comprehensive Guide to ABLE Accounts with Kelly Nelson
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 54 https://youtube.com/live/9yg4FeJKFpQ In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter interviews Kelly Nelson,…

Bridging Gaps in Education with Jennifer Strong
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 53 https://youtube.com/live/MWpUtFly97s In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Jennifer Strong,…

The Personal Learning Fairy Godmother, Nicole Connell
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 52 https://youtube.com/live/EJ3oM5CLGfw In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with…

Executive Function Coaching and Consulting with Nicole Rouleau
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 51 https://youtube.com/live/dDC6e4YnZ3Y In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Nicole…

Childcare Empowerment for Special Needs Families with Sarah Kodinsky
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 50 https://youtube.com/live/If9SvRnxOek In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter interviews Sarah…

Surf Therapy with Naomi Matanick
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 49 https://youtube.com/live/IChcBVs9KDo In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Naomi Matanick,…

Supporting Mothers of Neurodiverse Children with Jennifer Shutts
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 48 https://youtube.com/live/qmT6uOJ3uI0 In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Jennifer…

Individualized Support and Resources for Dyslexic Students with Natalie Powell
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 47 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_9eTDtUHDs In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Natalie Powell,…

Decoding Dyslexia: A Parent’s Journey with Deborah Brown Hill
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Ep 46 https://youtube.com/live/DM7xzg63MVs In this compelling episode of Stress-Free IEP®, host Frances Shefter engages in…

Neurodivergent Affirming Care for Autistic Children and Their Families with Dr. Taylor Day
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Ep 45 https://youtube.com/live/SE1symfxCzg In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances speaks with Dr. Taylor Day,…

Navigating IEPs and Special Education with Jamilah Bashir
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 44 https://youtube.com/live/EeOUT14RS7A In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Jamilah Bashir,…

Unraveling Disability Benefits with Anjel Burgess Esq.
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 43 https://youtube.com/live/a2U2aIS9BTk In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with…

A Look Back at a Year of Stress-Free IEP®
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 42 https://youtube.com/live/h-tQBS1lau0 In this episode of Stress-Free IEP® Frances looks back at the first…

Building Key Literacy Skills for Your Pre-Reading Child with Melissa McCall
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 41 https://www.youtube.com/live/AMNGzzTC9jE?si=ZxrmqsHSiTf5w5I- In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Melissa McCall,…

The Power and Importance Behind Self-Control in Children with Dr. Bill Stixrud
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 40 [embedyt] https://youtu.be/ppjZbkTRD5g[/embedyt] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Dr.…

Teaching Kids How to Learn With Marion Marshall
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 39 [embedyt] https://youtu.be/4PPz6_r4N3U[/embedyt] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Author…

Coaching Students to Academic Success with Laurie Chester
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 38 [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LRn7nGoHbg[/embedyt] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Laurie…

Transition Planning for Life After High School with Lisa Shaw
Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter, Episode 37 [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSoOA7a264M[/embedyt] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Lisa…

The Power and Positivity Behind Executive Functioning Coaching with Crista Hopp (Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter Episode 36)
[embed]https://youtu.be/mg4QEUm-n6o[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Crista Hopp, owner of and Executive Function Coach…

Coaching Exceptional Moms with Maria Slavin (Ep 35: Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter)
[embed]https://youtu.be/rvF6ATODxJA[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Maria Slavin. Maria is a Certified Life &…

Frances’ Journey to Education Law — Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter
[embed]https://youtu.be/tVAbZDb11rw[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks about her career and tells some inspiring stories that paved…

Coaching Kids to Success with Jared Kallen (Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter)
[embed]https://youtu.be/_0GWWMdniLw[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Jared Kallen, Founder of Action Pact Coaching, Chief Excuse…

Gut-Brain Interactions with Ali Navidi (Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter)
[embed]https://youtu.be/Mgo8dVNCx0Q[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Psychologist Ali Navidi, Founder of GI Psychology. Ali is…

Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter and Faith Borkowsky
[embed]https://youtu.be/c2bjLJvZZBA[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Faith Borkowsky, Founder of High Five Literacy, Author, and…

Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter and Deepa Gosal
[embed]https://youtu.be/VFfEATNawIg[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Deepa Gosal, Educational Therapist and owner of Learning Tree…

Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter and Jenna Meehan
[embed]https://youtu.be/nBRjH0VGRCM[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Jenna Meehan, Autistic & ADHD occupational therapist with BE…

Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter and Naomi Rubinstein
[embed]https://youtu.be/Y3C6p-GLXZ8[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Naomi Rubinstein, Family Educator and Social Learning Specialist in…

Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter and Dr. Teri Bullis
[embed]https://youtu.be/-fA6o8wdxIA[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Dr. Teri Bullis, Behavior Therapist at Behavior Solutions for…

Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter and Hanna Forrest
[embed]https://youtu.be/jA8SSHYLxhc[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Hanna Forrest, ADHD Specialist and Parent Trainer. With over…

Stress Free IEP® with Frances Shefter and Dana Jeffrey
[embed]https://youtu.be/INSS0EbLISM[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Dana Jeffrey, Licensed Educational Psychologist and Nationally Certified School…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Evelyn Fromowitz
[embed]https://youtu.be/OJGLyR6Dqpg[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with Evelyn Fromowitz, BCBA, Director at The Learning Tree ABA. Tune…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Sheryl Stevens
[embed]https://youtu.be/1TWGJsNmOWE[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with Sheryl Stevens, a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). She has been…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Shannon Olsen
[embed]https://youtu.be/7HL48CVcZxY[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with Shannon Olsen M. Ed., Special Education Advocate. Over the…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Rachel Cederbaum
[embed]https://youtu.be/DGT7tUOJclU[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with Rachel Cederbaum, Founder and Lead Academic Coach of Gold…

Stress-Free IEP® with Frances Shefter and Gabrielle Czaja
[embed]https://youtu.be/NTF_OAZk2-Y[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Gabrielle Czaja, a Physical Therapist who teaches kids to…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Mya Zavaleta
[embed]https://youtu.be/NuVnAhF_mWU[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with Mya Zavaleta, of Rooted Occupational Therapy. Mya provides Nature…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Hannah Breckenridge
[embed]https://youtu.be/Yny45FJAb9A[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with Hannah Breckenridge, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter, Candace Sahm and Kerri Midiri
[embed]https://youtu.be/JH7ADl-v2uA[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with with Candace Sahm & Kerri Midiri of the CSahm…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Lavaunda Roundtree
[embed]https://youtu.be/80PRzosXb4s[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with Lavaunda Roundtree, an academic therapist, who provides specialized instruction…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Ned Johnson
[embed]https://youtu.be/xQaRd5tro-Q[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with Ned Johnson, President and Tutor Geek of PrepMatters, a premier…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Pia Seltmann
[embed]https://youtu.be/nE6ocwaavxI[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with Pia Seltmann, MS, OTR/L, a German occupational therapist with a…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Christine Dodaj
[embed]https://youtu.be/bIeMMXk89H8[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with Christine Dodaj. Christine is the Founder and President…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Wendy Taylor
[embed]https://youtu.be/STteQLY96jY[/embed] In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM Frances Shefter speaks with Wendy Taylor. Wendy Taylor is a certified Educational Therapist,…

Stress-Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Meghan Lucas
https://youtu.be/7PSMwyFVWbM In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with Meghan Lucas. Meghan is the founder of Dear…

Stress-Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Kamakshi “Kami” Sankar Boyle
https://youtu.be/_HnwaMRLFVk In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances Shefter speaks with Kamakshi “Kami” Sankar Boyle, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker,…

Stress Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Todd Boernstein (Video Podcast)
https://youtu.be/5ZHQDdTl-uY In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances speaks with Todd Boernstein. Todd is an estate planning attorney with SELZER…

Stress-Free IEP with Frances Shefter and Scot Marken (Video Podcast)
https://youtu.be/UN9Vj79vvZE In this episode of Stress-Free IEPTM, Frances speaks with Scot Marken, Founder and CEO of EdRedefined. Scot specializes in…
Stress-Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Maggie Staub (Video Podcast)
https://youtu.be/UgeSn8j_kXU Stress-Free IEP™: Frances Shefter is an Education Attorney and Advocate who is committed to helping her clients have a…

Stress-Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Beth Hoch (video podcast)
https://youtu.be/5qkB0I1E3iA Stress-Free IEP™: Frances Shefter is an Education Attorney and Advocate who is committed to helping her clients have…

Stress-Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Laurie Moloney (video podcast)
https://youtu.be/ZOwx1fXg_A0 Stress-Free IEP™: Frances Shefter is an Education Attorney and Advocate who is committed to helping her clients have…

Stress-Free IEP™ with Frances Shefter and Stephanie Frumkin (video podcast)
https://youtu.be/4L5UQahOHKA Stress-Free IEP™:Frances Shefter is an Education Attorney and Advocate who is committed to helping her clients have a…

Stress-Free IEP™ with Erik Feig of Feig Mediation Group LLC (Video Podcast)
https://youtu.be/N829-fu22FM Stress-Free IEP™:Frances Shefter is an Education Attorney and Advocate who is committed to helping her clients have a Stress-Free…

Stress-Free IEP™ – Dr. Randi Brown – Understanding Test Results (Video Podcast)
https://youtu.be/DXZ_8iWLd7A Stress-Free IEP™: Frances Shefter is an Education Attorney and Advocate who is committed to helping her clients have…