Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development TCU

The TBRI Podcast

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The TBRI® Podcast features conversations about Trust-Based Relational Intervention®, an attachment-based, trauma-informed intervention designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. On this podcast we talk about the elements of trauma-informed care and chat with experts in the field about implementing TBRI® across different communities of care and practice.

Author

Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development TCU

Category

Science

Podcast website

child.tcu.edu

Latest episode

Apr 2, 2026

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Episodes

TBRI® in the Classroom 27.02.2025

Stephen Zedler joins us on this episode of the TBRI Podcast to talk about his experience in applying TBRI in the classroom. He also shares his personal journey with TBRI. Links from this episode: Joy Zedler’s TBRI Podcast Episode Pearl Project Empowered to Connect/Hope for the Journey

Practicing Mindfulness 20.02.2025

What is mindfulness and how does it impact our relationships? Geoff Nelson joins the podcast today to talk about the importance of bringing mindful awareness to every interaction. Check out our free downloadable resource on mindfulness here !

Prioritizing Self-Care 12.02.2025

Today on the podcast, KPICD Team members Kari Dady, Geoff Nelson, and Amanda Purvis to talk about self-care. They discuss their successes and struggles with caring for themselves and also provide practical tools for implementing self-care. Check out our free download on self care here !

TBRI® & The Importance of Play 05.02.2025

Play is an essential part of TBRI, but it's often the first thing to go out the window when things get stressful. In this episode of the TBRI Podcast, Kari Dady joins to talk about the different play personalities and how play can be used to forge meaningful connections. Links from this episode: Stuart Brown Play 

Seeing the Need through Trauma-Informed Assessment 29.01.2025

Samantha Farris joins us on the podcast to talk about seeing the needs of children and youth through trauma-informed neurodevelopmental assessment. See the Need Course for TBRI Practitioners

TBRI® Around the World: Ethiopia 22.01.2025

Dereje Zeleke of All God's Children International joins the podcast to talk about supporting vulnerable children and families in Ethiopia using TBRI. Links from this episode: AGCI TBRI Ambassador Organizations Follow Dereje: LinkedIn | Facebook

Supporting Teens and Young Adults in Crisis 15.01.2025

Kimberly Glaudy joins us to discuss how we can best support teens and young adults who are struggling with thoughts of self-harm and suicide through trust-based relationships.

20 Years of KPICD and the Legacy of Dr. Karyn Purvis 08.01.2025

We're kicking off the 20th year of the KPICD with Season 10 of the TBRI Podcast! On today's episode, Sarah Mercado and Emmelie Pickett talk about the evolution of KPICD through the years and share memories of Dr. Karyn Purvis. Show Notes: TCU FTDM Healing Families Video Series Dr. Karyn Purvis Hill Creative Group TBRI Practitioner Training The Connected Child Hope Connection Camp Dr. David Cross D...

Trust-Based Relationships with Foster Youth and Young Adults 23.10.2024

Dr. Angie Proctor joins us to talk about her recent work with youth and young adults transitioning out of foster care. Links from this episode: Boys and Girls Country of Houston Boles Children’s Home Scott Watters Angie’s Book: When Self-Care is a Dirty Word

Caring for the Caregivers 16.10.2024

Today our guest is Ana Lucia Cornejo. Analu is a TBRI Practitoner and holds a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and Has worked with vulnerable children and families through private practice and NGOs. She currently works for CAFO Research Centre as the Liaison for Latin America and for OneTree, a Life Action independent partner focused on the care and development of Great Commission leaders in...

TBRI® in Justice Settings 09.10.2024

On this episode of the TBRI Podcast, we hear from Lucinda Miles, who is the TBRI Program Director for Volunteers for Youth Justice (VYJ) in Shreveport, Louisiana. Lucinda shares about her work with VYJ, specifically in family court settings, and also about her work in educating inmates at Caddo Correctional Center in TBRI. Be sure to listen all the way to the end of the episode where we added a bi...

TBRI® In Communities 02.10.2024

Today we're chatting with Gaby Garcia, the Director of Community Development for OC United in Fullerton, CA. Gaby shares her journey to TBRI and the variety of ways she is applying it through her work with OC United - from after school programs to domestic violence support groups. Links from the Episode: - OC United - TBRI® & Trauma-Informed Classrooms Training - Toxic Stress & The Brain -...

TBRI® Around the Globe 25.09.2024

In this episode, Amanda Purvis stops by the podcast to talk about the global impact of TBRI and implementation across cultures. Ask a question or leave a comment. TBRI Ambassador Organizations Amanda's previous episodes: - Trauma, the Brain and TBRI - TBRI Connecting Principles - Meet the Trainer

TBRI® & FASD 18.09.2024

Cindy Lee, LCSW is back on the podcast to talk about her work with families and individuals impacted by FASDs, and how TBRI is applied uniquely with this population. Cindy and our host Sarah Mercado walk us through the three sets of TBRI Principles, Empowering, Connecting and Correcting, and discuss how TBRI might be adapted to best meet the needs of a person impacted by FASD. Ask a Question/Leave...

TBRI® Responsive Strategies, Pt. 2 11.09.2024

In this episode, Troy McPeak joins us to continue the conversation on the TBRI Responsive Strategies. This time we're looking at the TBRI IDEAL Response and Levels of Response and how it looks to use these strategies with teens.

TBRI® Responsive Strategies Pt. 1 04.09.2024

We're kicking off Season 9 of the TBRI® Podcast with a deep dive into the TBRI® Responsive Strategies. In this episode, Kari Dady walks us through the TBRI® IDEAL Response and Levels of Response as an approach to address behaviors. Links Referenced in this Episode: Kari’s Bio Kari’s TBRI in the Courts podcast Episode Kari’s Meet the Trainer Episode  Pinochle (card game) Five Crowns (card game)...

The Impact of Racial Trauma 12.06.2024

Today we have a special bonus episode that has become canon for the TBRI Podcast. Kayla Rabb and Sarah Mercado discuss the impact of racism on the 5 B's as a form of trauma. Links from this episode: Trauma, the Brain and TBRI Podcast Episode (discusses the 5 B’s in detail)   TCU Psychology and DETR Graduate Programs Trust-Based Relational Intervention® TBRI® Practitioner Training Katie Maitlan...

Talking TBRI® with Geoff Nelson 29.05.2024

We're wrapping up season 8 of the TBRI Podcast with a "meet the trainer" chat with Geoff Nelson. Geoff is a Regional Training Specialist with KPICD. Links mentioned in this episode: Henry Milton Methodist Childrens Home HEB Theme Song from Flash Gordon  Skytear

TBRI Nurture Groups Part 2 22.05.2024

We're back with a demonstration of a TBRI Nurture Group! Be sure to stick around for the end for a special performance art piece all about Nurture Groups. Links from this episode: TBRI Nurture Groups Part 1 Emmelie Pickett Dr. Danica Knight Nurture Group Outline Eatzi’s TJJD

TBRI Nurture Groups Part I 15.05.2024

Today we're breaking down one of our favorite topics: TBRI Nurture Groups! Katie Rinaudo joins us to talk about the why behind nurture groups, the structure, and practical tips for implementation. Join us next week for part 2 of this conversation where we demonstrate a TBRI Nurture Group. Here are the links mentioned in this episode: Links: Truth, Lies & Intimacy Article by Jude Cassidy (F...

Trauma-Informed Leadership with Leah Gilliam 08.05.2024

TBRI Mentor Leah Gilliam joins the podcast today to talk about trauma-informed leadership and what it means to "TBRI" your staff.

A TBRI® Coffee Chat: Summer Edition 01.05.2024

In this episode, Kimberly Glaudy joins us to talk all about preparing for summer break in a trauma-informed way.

Watch Me Rise with Pam Taylor & Trent Taylor 24.04.2024

Today we're chatting with a mother/son duo, Pam Taylor and Trent Taylor. Together they lead Watch Me Rise, a ministry for adoptive and foster families. Pam and Trent share their own stories of using TBRI in their home and how they support families in their community and beyond. Links from this episode: Watch Me Rise Website  Watch Me Rise Podcast Watch Me Rise Facebook Hope for the Journey /Em...

Implementing TBRI Across Sectors with Anna Palmer 17.04.2024

Today on the podcast we're talking with Anna Palmer of Crossroads in New Orleans, Louisiana! Anna and her team are passionate about cross-sector collaboration and TBRI Implementation. In this episode we talk about how she came to learn about TBRI and what it looks like to walk alongside organizations implementing TBRI. Links: Crossroads The Connected Child Dr. Karyn Purvis Dr. David Cross

Sensory Healing After Developmental Trauma with Marti Smith 10.04.2024

Marti Smith, Occupational Therapist, TBRI Practitioner, and Author, returns to the TBRI Podcast to talk about her new book, Sensory Healing After Developmental Trauma! Links from this episode: Marti’s Website Sensory Healing After Developmental Trauma Book  Robyn Gobbel The Connected Therapist KALMAR App Bruce Perry  Tracy Stackhouse  Dr. Casey Call Book People

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