For Parents, Advocates, and Professionals Supporting College-Bound Students with Hidden Disabilities
What If College Success Was Actually Within Reach?
What would it mean to see your student thrive in college—with less stress, the right accommodations, and the confidence to self-advocate from day one?
Listen to the After the IEP Podcast—your weekly guide to making that vision a reality.
Special Series: The 12-Week College Transition Guide
Helping your student prepare for college just got easier.
From June 25 to September 10, After the IEP is releasing a 12-episode summer series packed with everything parents of students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and mental health needs need to know—before college begins.
You’ll learn:
- What accommodations your student qualifies for—and how to get them
- How to handle disability documentation and avoid delays
- Self-advocacy tips your student can actually use
- Strategies to support executive functioning and mental health
- What to do now to make the first semester a success
🎧 Start with Episode 1: 5 Steps to College Preparation
💡 Bookmark this page and follow the podcast so you don’t miss a single episode!
What You’ll Find on the Podcast
Every episode brings you insider knowledge from an experienced accessibility and transition specialist and licensed mental health professional who’s helped students succeed in college.
You’ll get:
- The truth about IEPs, 504s, and what actually happens in college
- Step-by-step self-advocacy strategies
- Real stories from students, parents, and professionals
- Expert advice on mental wellness, executive functioning, and accommodations
- Guidance for your college search and documentation prep
- Encouragement and validation for the journey you’re on
Whether you’re just starting the college prep process or are months away from move-in day, After the IEP helps you and your student feel ready—academically, emotionally, and practically.
“This is just what parents need before their child transitions to college.” — Dyslexic Upgrade
About the Host:
I’m a dad who’s been through the IEP process and a professional who’s worked with college students for over 16 years in a college counseling center (now the director), with 10 years as a university accessibility coordinator. I created After the IEP to fill the gap I saw for students with hidden disabilities—like ADHD, anxiety, dyslexia, or autism—who need support before they step onto a college campus.
New to College Transition? Start Here:
- 4 Steps to Get Disability Accommodations for College Students
- Parents’ Guide to College Disability Documentation Requirements
About the Host
I’m a dad who’s been through the IEP process and a professional who’s worked with college students for over 16 years in a college counseling center (now the director), with 10 years as a university accessibility coordinator.
I created After the IEP to fill the gap I saw for students with hidden disabilities—like ADHD, anxiety, dyslexia, or autism—who need support before they step onto a college campus.
Free Resource for Parents
Get the Free College Accommodations Checklist:
Make sure your student is ready to request accommodations in college.
👉 Download Now: College Accommodations Checklist
What Listeners Are Saying
“So informative. I needed this podcast years ago! I’m so glad I stumbled upon it.” — Dr. Dee E.
“Listening has been incredibly helpful. I plan to go back and listen again.” — K, Parent
Don’t Miss an Episode
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Let’s help more students find success beyond the IEP.
