Why I chose to be a school counselor (and the role of NVLD)

Not many people are aware of nonverbal learning disabilities (NVLD). Fewer still know the challenges of finding a job when you have NVLD. Michaela Hearst, who has NVLD, shares her career journey — and how she decided to be a school counselor so she could be there for students with learning differences. She also talks about how a social work degree can lead you to different career paths. Hear her story. 

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Related resources

• Learn more about NVLD and the challenges it brings. 
• Watch a video about what it’s like growing up with NVLD. 
• Hear from a young person with ADHD on why he chose to be a teacher.

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