Navigating Educational Consulting and Mental Health Advocacy with Jodi Liston

In this episode, Heather and Jodi Liston discuss her journey and extensive experience in educational and clinical consulting. She talks about her motivation, originating from her personal quest to find appropriate mental health treatment for her children with severe mental health issues. Jodi explains the role of educational consultants, clarifying common misconceptions, and emphasizing the breadth of services her firm offers, including special education advocacy. She shares insights on the increased visibility of LGBTQ+ issues post-Covid and addresses the challenges parents and students face in today's education landscape. Jodi also expresses her passion for helping families navigate crises, whether related to mental health, learning disabilities, or emotional and behavioral challenges.00:00 Introduction: A Personal Journey into Mental Health Advocacy00:40 Early Challenges and Determination01:29 Seeking Expert Help for My Children02:12 Years of Struggles and Experiences03:22 Helping Other Families Through My Experiences06:33 Understanding the Role of an Educational Consultant12:45 Challenges Facing LGBTQ+ Students and Families13:15 The Impact of COVID-19 on LGBTQ+ Issues19:19 Personal Reflections on Acceptance and Advocacy24:01 The Importance of Due Diligence in Choosing Consultants30:41 Special Education Advocacy and Personal Stories35:17 Conclusion: Resources and Contact InformationConnect with Heather:The Perfect Holiday Gift! Give a copy of Heather's new book, Parenting with Pride. Get Your *free* Holiday Survival GuideAccess the course, Learning to Parent with Pride!Work with Heather one-on-one or bring her into your organization to speak or run a workshop!Please subscribe to, rate, and review Just Breathe. And, as always, please share with anyone who needs to know they are not alone!YouTubeTikTokEmail: [email protected]