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Navigating School Psychology with Emotional Intelligence with Serena Renee
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Emotional intelligence isn’t just for students - it’s a game-changer for school psychologists, too.
In this episode, I sit down with Serena Renee, a former school psych turned leadership and trauma coach, to talk about how understanding our emotions can transform how we lead, advocate, and collaborate.
From setting boundaries without guilt to shifting negative self-talk into curiosity, Serena shares practical strategies for building stronger relationships with colleagues, parents, and students.
Whether you’re brand new to the field or leading a team, you’ll walk away with tools to manage stress, build confidence, and create a healthier, more sustainable way to work.
Here are the highlights:
Emotional intelligence in practice (01:33)
The link between people-pleasing and burnout (04:16)
Shifting from judgment to curiosity (07:40)
Boundaries and self-care for first-year psychs (10:58)
Building trust and collaboration on teams (14:06)
Showing up as human first, psych second (18:39)
Connect with Serena:
The Prepared School Psych series, Wait, am I in Charge?:
https://jennyponzuric.com/prepared-school-psychologist/
Serena's coaching website: https://www.forwardthinking.coach/
The information and advice provided are for guidance purposes only, and all listeners are required to follow federal and state law, as well as their school district guidelines and policies.
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