Doing Different with Jessica Engel Ep 41
https://youtu.be/dAbnzPw10OY?si=PMTKZ7GPIDj2otxx
Welcome back to Doing Different, the space where we explore the stories, pivots, and brave choices that shape who we become.Today’s guest is someone whose work is deeply personal — not because she chose it from a distance, but because she’s lived inside the systems she now helps families navigate.She’s an advocate, a guide, and a voice for children who deserve to feel empowered and heard. Her journey has been shaped by real experiences, real complexity, and a real commitment to empathy over judgment.I’m honored to welcome the founder of Engel Advocacy, Jessica Engel — a woman dedicated to strengthening families, improving communication, and helping others feel confident even when the systems around them feel overwhelming.Core Areas of Expertise: • IEP & 504 Advocacy • Parenting & Co-Parenting Programs • Guardian ad Litem Services • Trauma-Informed Guidance • Court-Ready Reports & Advocacy • Benefits & Resource NavigationChildren and families navigating education systems, court involvement, and crisis situations deserve more than confusion—they deserve clarity, advocacy, and results.Dr. Engel provides trauma-informed, solution-focused support to families facing complex challenges. With a PhD in Psychology and extensive experience in child welfare, family systems, and crisis intervention, her work centers on ensuring that children’s voices are not only heard—but protected.Her professional background includes serving as a Guardian ad Litem in Florida since 2016, along with advanced training in trauma, adoption competency, and crisis response.She specializes in bridging the gap between families and systems that often feel overwhelming—whether in schools, courtrooms, or community services.Website: EngelAdvocacy.comFB: Engel Advocacy, LLCIG: jjengel18LinkedIn: Jessica Engel, PhD@PlayMorePods #PodcastsOnAmazonMusic
