Back-to-School Survival Guide with Special Guest Huma Imtiaz (@the_school_psychologist)

It’s that time again: new year, new buildings, new chaos!

In this season-ready episode, we welcome back school psychologist Huma Imtiaz (@the_school_psychologist) for a crew-style conversation packed with tips, reflections, and real talk to help school psychs hit the ground running.

We cover everything from how to introduce yourself in a new school, building genuine relationships across campus, and managing your caseload without burning out. You’ll hear organizational hacks from the team, boundary-setting strategies, and the kind of advice we wish we had in our first year.

Also inside: bocce ball nicknames, awkward teen memories, and why emotional intelligence matters just as much as technical skill.

Whether you’re a veteran psych or just getting started, this episode is your back-to-school pep talk. Let’s make this year a little more balanced—and a lot more collaborative.

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Christopher Ponce

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Huma Imtiaz

• Instagram - @the_school_psychologist

Music by: J. Andrew Collins