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Why Kids with Developmental Trauma Steal
Explore the complex reasons behind why children with developmental trauma steal and learn effective strategies to address and support their needs. Check out our trauma-informed mentorship model at www.stablemoments.com
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Big Ts and Little Ts - It's all trauma
In this episode, I'll be delving into the concepts of Big T and little t trauma in the realm of trauma, especially as they pertain to our work with kids in foster care. Join me as we explore how understanding these...
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Understanding ACES: Building Resilience through Mentorship
In this episode we dive into Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) and their profound impact on human development.
Join as we explore how ACES shape both physical and mental health outcomes throughout an individual's...
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#76: 4 Ways Mentorship is Therapeutic for Children with Complex Trauma Needs
In this episode, we dive into the therapeutic power of mentorship for children with complex trauma. Explore 4 transformative ways mentors can heal trauma by showing up, demonstrating genuine interest, navigating...
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#75: Dealing with Lying: Why Children with Complex Trauma Lie
In this episode we explore why children with complex trauma lie, and the Fact or Fiction activity we can use to support children who lie as a coping mechanism.
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#74: Become a Child Advocate with Joan Ulsher
In this episode, Joan Ulsher shares how her traumatic childhood led her to be a child advocate and shares her new book Misplaced Childhood empowering others to become child advocates. After foster care, Joan is...
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#73: We Don't Fix Kids
Many parents, mentors, and program directors feel the need to fix the foster kids we serve. It’s natural, but we don’t fix here, so I’m going to dive into what we do do, and how we can support everyone while just...
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#72 Replay: Navigating Sticky Situations
On this week's episode we dive into some sticky situations submitted by Stable Moments locations. Many people ask "how does the approach look in action?" Here are some practical trauma-informed responses listeners can...
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#71: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and Life Hacks for Busy Families with Laura Hernandez
Up to 70% of children in #fostercare have #fetalalcoholspetrumdisorder, which is a condition caused by exposure to alcohol in the womb and can lead to physical, behavioral, and cognitive impairments. FASD is often...
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#70: Building Objectivity and Open Mindedness
In this episode I break down how to build objectivity and open mindedness so you can show up more for those you serve, whether it be children in foster care, their parents, your volunteers or just people in general.
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#69 Triggered Response Intervention WONDER™ Method
Use the WONDER Method to respond in a trauma-informed way when a child is triggered. Get a free WONDER Method download at www.stablemoments.com/wonder
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#68: Helping Kids Plan for the Future
Many foster children aren't able to think about the future. They wonder when their dad might get out of Jail or that there is no future for them, so this is how we can help.
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