Change in schools can feel painfully slow, but what if the key to progress is patience and influence?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amit Bosmia, a nationally certified school psychologist and respected leader in mental health and special education.
We talk about the power of relationships, what true advocacy looks like, and how even small shifts can spark real transformation for students and staff.
Amit shares his journey, his research on strengthening teacher-student relationships, and how school psychologists can expand their roles beyond testing to become trusted partners in creating better systems for kids.
This conversation is practical, inspiring, and a reminder that lasting change starts with connection.
Here are the highlights:
The “Swiss Army Knife” of school psychology (03:19)
Why relationships matter more than titles (05:22)
Building influence without burning out (07:59)
Research that shows simple strategies make big impacts (08:59)
Why patience is the secret weapon for new school psychs (27:23)
Establish Maintain and Restore: https://characterstrong.com/blog/emr-3-relationship-strategies-for-effective-learning
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