Rachel Kapp

In this insightful discussion, Rachel Kapp and Stephanie Pitts, both Board-certified educational therapists, explore the transformative power of educational therapy. They clarify how this approach differs from tutoring by focusing on developing executive function and independence in learners. Listeners will discover the importance of collaboration between parents and educators, signs indicating when a child is ready for support, and practical strategies to empower students. With warmth and humor, they share actionable advice for fostering growth and confidence.

Educational therapist, Rachel Kapp, discusses virtual educational therapy and its benefits for students with learning differences. She explains how the pandemic highlighted the need for such services and how therapy impacts academics and life skills. Rachel emphasizes the efficiency and effectiveness of virtual therapy, offering quick improvement and flexibility for tailored interventions.

Steph and Rachel from the Learn Smarter podcast discuss why learners lie about homework, exploring the motivations behind dishonesty, the developmental appropriateness of lying in children, and strategies for building trust and addressing lying behavior. They emphasize the importance of setting ground rules, helping kids create solutions, and teaching them to plan and achieve tasks. The hosts also highlight the positive impact of planning on learning and growth, and the importance of creating a safe environment for learners to tell the truth.