Essential Conversations

This vulnerable and authentic conversation with our guest, Tom Young, explores several powerful external and internal resources that foster resilience in the midst of the pains of life, from the joy of a purple house to community engagement to tears and forgiveness.

Join us for our next topic on the Trauma Informed Caring Podcast, a member of the family of “Essential Conversations” podcasts brought to you by the Mid-America Addiction Technology Transfer Center and funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. In this introductory episode, Roxanne and Andrea discuss goals and hopes for upcoming episodes, as well as some personal insi...

Leaders Vladimir Sainte, Clinical Director of Counseling and Family Support Services at The Children’s Place, and Andy Campbell, Principal at Summit Ridge Academy, have surprising insights to share in this discussion that explores the power and effectiveness of leading collaboratively, caring for people before tasks, coaching for compassion versus compliance, communicating the why, seeing challeng...

This engaging conversation with Tiffany Sturdivant of University Health Behavioral Health and Lisa Charlson of University Health Human Resources naturally coalesced around leadership practices that help organizations retain a dedicated, healthy workforce. Listen in as they talk about strengths-focused, collaborative leadership based in the wisdom of lived experience, establishing a culture of safe...

Listen in to our fascinating and inspiring conversation with Cathy Harding and Randy Lopez of Wyandotte Health Foundation in Kansas City, Kansas, a mission-driven organization that has sought to improve the health of Wyandotte County residents for the past quarter of a century. Over the past few years, the Foundation has shifted the way they fund and support their mission, demonstrating innovation...

Episode 5, with guests Susan Woodford and Marsha Morgan Grab your favorite beverage, pen, and paper, and settle in; you won’t want to miss a minute of this impassioned, enlightening discussion with two seasoned leaders who are changing systems at the intersection of trauma informed caring and diversity, equity, belonging, and inclusion. Marsha Morgan, Founder of Resilience Builders and early adopt...

Julianna Stuart of Preservation of Affordable Housing and Dena Sneed of the Center for Trauma Informed Innovation lead through relationship, transparency, vulnerability, shared power, and emotional intelligence to nudge cultures in the direction of trauma informed caring. In this episode, they discussed impactful strategies and mindsets that have transformed not only their team cultures, but thems...

Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Mirna Herrera and Shalise Williams, both with University Health Behavioral Health, who are forging new pathways in the trauma-informed practice of peer support in community health. In light of their personal experiences of trauma, recovery, and ongoing commitment to being well, they share leadership practices that foster resilience and offer concrete examp...

In this episode, we talk with Angelique Nedved and Juan Rangel from SchoolSmartKC about trauma informed caring in educational settings. Hear what they have to say about collaboration, taking time, valuing joy, and prioritizing safety for everyone in a school community. Check out the Virtual Room of Refuge at https://bit.ly/communityroomofrefuge .

What do a Level 1 Trauma Center Emergency Department and a local church have in common? Join us for this episode and find out! In an authentic, vulnerable, and courageous conversation, our guests, Dr. Michael Moncure and Pastor Michael Brooks, share stories of their own experiences of both personal and professional growth as they skillfully lead teams to compassionately support people facing some...

Join us for a new and timely topic on the Trauma Informed Caring Podcast, a member of the family of “Essential Conversations” podcasts brought to you by the Mid-America Addiction Technology Transfer Center and funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. In this introductory episode, Roxanne and Andrea discuss goals and hopes for upcoming episodes, as well as some perso...

Join us for yet another engaging discussion featuring more of our previous guests from Season 3 of Essential Conversations! In this second roundtable, we continue to dive even deeper into the practices of trauma informed caring in the real world. Listen once more as we talk with Jennifer Manuleleua, Kreasha Williams, and Aaron Knipmeyer, and consider their tips and insights for all of us who are i...

oin us for an engaging discussion with some of our previous guests from Season 3 of Essential Conversations! In this roundtable, we dive even deeper into the practices of trauma informed caring in real life. Listen in as we talk with Keithia Roberts, Jessica Welch, Sarah Corlett, and Starla Brennan to hear their tips and insights for all of us who are implementing trauma informed caring.

Episode 8, featuring Keithia Roberts and Sarah Corlett This episode captures our deeply connected conversation with Keithia Roberts of Talbert House and Sarah Corlett of Design Impact, both located in Cincinatti, OH. We dove into matters such as creating space for fellow human beings to be seen and heard without judgment, how fatigue is normal because trauma informed caring is counter-cultura...

Episode 7, featuring Kelvin Owens and James Stout Kelvin Owens and James Stout, both in the Public Safety department at University Health, join us for a conversation about preparing your mindset for the ongoing journey of trauma informed caring. We talked about seeing humanity, checking in with each other, and showing appreciation and celebrating the successes along the way.

Episode 6, featuring Jessica Welch and Kim Colegrove In this episode, we are joined by Kim Colegrove, who teaches meditation and mindfulness for first responders, and Jessica Welch of Phoenix Family. This sometimes-emotional and inspiring conversation centered around how the biggest obstacles to overcome in implementing trauma informed practices are often within ourselves: resistance to seeking he...

Episode 5, featuring Sean Hess and Aaron Knipmeyer Our guests, Sean Hess of the Kansas City Police Department and Aaron Knipmeyer of the Lafayette County C-1 School District, discuss their experiences navigating various obstacles in implementing trauma informed caring in their settings, from managing crises and resistance to change, challenging long-held cultural beliefs, and overcoming reluctance...

Episode 4, featuring Jennifer Manuleleua and Merideth Rose We had so much great conversation with Jennifer and Merideth that we let the recording run to capture more of their insights into the journey of building trauma informed communities. We went deeper into how we roll with resistance and bring others into the work, while also tending to yourself with self-compassion as you, yourself, are tran...

Episode 3, featuring Jennifer Manuleleua and Merideth Rose Jennifer Manuleleua and Merideth Rose, both of Community Services League, share with us how trauma informed caring has transformed not only their work, but their lives and their community through genuine connection with other people.

Episode 2, featuring Doug Burgess and Kreasha Williams Episode 2, Our conversation with Doug Burgess and Kreasha Williams, from University Health Behavioral Health, centers on personal practices that allow us to both connect with others and care for ourselves in trauma informed ways, and important reminders that our work to integrate trauma informed caring is an ongoing learning process. Learn mor...

Episode 1, we have an enlightening conversation with Starla Brennan of Amethyst Place about the ways trauma-informed caring changes how we see and respond to so-called “bad” behaviors in those we serve, in our colleagues, in our loved ones, and in ourselves; the importance of maintaining curiosity; and compassionate, effective ways to remove barriers of fear and shame to build trust and deepen our...

Episode 0 Join us for an introduction to the Trauma Informed Caring Podcast , a member of the family of “Essential Conversations” podcasts brought to you by the Mid-America Addiction Technology Transfer Center and funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. In this episode, you will meet the hosts and learn about our vision for the podcast, how this will be different f...

This is season 2, episode 4 of Essential Conversations, a podcast for behavioral health providers in region 7. The experts from the series will recap important highlights from season 2 and provide resources for the listeners.  This project is brought to you by the Mid-America Technology transfer centers and is funded by SAMHSA, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Th...

This is season 2, episode 3 of Essential Conversations, a podcast for behavioral health providers in region 7. This episode will discuss common misconceptions of substance use. This project is brought to you by the Mid-America Technology transfer centers and is funded by SAMHSA, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. The content on this podcast does not necessarily reflect...

This is season 2, episode 2 of Essential Conversations, a podcast for behavioral health providers in region 7. This episode will discuss the different stages of substance use and identify if and when someone should reach out to support or offer support to loved ones who may be struggling with substance use.  This project is brought to you by the Mid-America Technology transfer centers and is...