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.
Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development
The TBRI Podcast is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the field of trauma-informed care and parenting. As a TBRI practitioner myself, I appreciate having these updates as a way to stay informed and continue learning. The podcast also serves as a great resource to share with the parents I partner with, providing them with practical examples and insights into how TBRI can positively impact their own lives and those of their children.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the opportunity to hear from TBRI practitioners who have experienced firsthand the transformative power of this approach. Their personal stories and experiences bring a level of authenticity and relatability that is truly impactful. It's refreshing to hear individuals discuss how TBRI has not only influenced their work but also their own lives, highlighting the holistic nature of this approach.
Another standout feature of this podcast is the way it breaks down complex concepts into easily understandable and relatable examples. The guests provide real-life scenarios that listeners can connect with, making it easier to apply these principles in their own daily lives. This makes the content highly accessible to not only professionals in the field but also parents who may be new to trauma-informed care.
While there are no major flaws or drawbacks to The TBRI Podcast, one minor aspect that could be improved upon is the frequency of episodes. As someone who eagerly anticipates each new release, it would be wonderful if episodes were more frequent or if there were additional bonus episodes or mini-series offered throughout the year.
Overall, The TBRI Podcast is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of trauma-informed care and parenting. It provides practical advice, personal stories, and relatable examples that make it easy for listeners to implement these principles in their own lives. I highly recommend this podcast for professionals working in the field as well as parents looking for tools and strategies to support their children who have experienced trauma. Thank you to all involved in carrying on Dr. Purvis's legacy through this incredible podcast.
2025 marks 20 years of KPICD, and we're chatting with some of our team to reflect on how the Institute has evolved during that time. Henry Milton is a longtime training and consultation specialist and shares what it was like to work with Drs. Purvis and Cross, the evolution of the work, and his hopes for the future.
What does it look like to see the needs and radically meet the needs of foster families? Susan Ramirez is the CEO and founder of Austin Angels, a nonprofit with 19 chapters spanning 14 states that seeks to walk alongside children, youth, and families in the foster care community by offering consistent support through intentional giving, relationship building, and mentorship.
TCU Child Development Graduates join Dr. Casey Call to talk about their experience in the TCU Child Development Program and what the future holds for them.
Jane Snaith, a TBRI Practitioner living and working in Estonia, joins us on the podcast to talk about the adaptation of TBRI Across Cultures and how the history of Estonia impacts relationships.
What does it look like to implement TBRI within a large organization? Leah Gilliam and Scott Watters joined us on the podcast to talk about how MHMR Tarrant County is implementing TBRI across the entire organization's programs, and also within interpersonal relationships between colleagues.
Today we're chatting with a couple who learned TBRI through their daughter, who is an adoptive and foster mother. Our guests share the joys, challenges, and surprises of using TBRI in their relationship with their grandchildren.
On this episode of the TBRI Podcast, our host, Sarah Mercado, sits down with Audris Jordan to talk about her work as a KPICD Training & Consultation Specialist, her experience with survivors of sex trafficking, and her TBRI Journey.
We're kicking off season 11 of the TBRI Podcast with a conversation with Justin Myers. Justin is the Director of Programs at Show Hope, which is a TBRI Ambassador Organization and a longtime friend and partner of KPICD. Justin sat down with us today to talk about Hope for the Journey, which is a five-session online resource designed to equip parents, caregivers, church leaders, and professionals with tools to build connection and trust with the children and teens in their care.Hope for the Journey launches April 4, 2025! Links from this episode:Show HopeEmpowered to ConnectHope for the Journey
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
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!
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 carehere!
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
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
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
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.
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 Dr. Cross's podcast episode - stories from our Founder Trust-Based Parenting TCU Psychology Department Empowered to Connect/Hope For the Journey The Connected Parent
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
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 mission and ministry. She serves as a member of Peru por los Niños committee, an alliance of Organizations that advocate for every child to live in a family. Linked References from this episode: CAFO The Connection: Where Hearts Meet Nurture Group guide
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 bit of bonus content about the wonderful results of TBRI Training at Caddo Correctional Center. Links from this episode: Volunteers for Youth Justice Kelli Todd TBRI Practitioner Training Judge Matlock TBRI Advocate Program CASA The Harbor Caddo Parish Caddo Correctional Center
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 - Making Sense of Your Worth
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
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 a Comment About This Episode Linked References: - HALO Project - Cindy's Previous TBRI Podcast Episodes: here and here - Jude Caddidy - Truth Lies & Intimacy Article ( four skills for meaningful relationships) - Trying Differently Rather Than Harder (book) - FASD Success (podcast, videos, courses)
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.
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) IDEAL Response Animate
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 Maitland Allostatic Load My Grandmother's Hands Handle With Care Program
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
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
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 (Four Skills of Healthy Relationships) Nurture Group Outline Leah Gilliam Episode Williamson County Juvenile Services Anna Palmer Episode
TBRI Mentor Leah Gilliam joins the podcast today to talk about trauma-informed leadership and what it means to "TBRI" your staff.
In this episode, Kimberly Glaudy joins us to talk all about preparing for summer break in a trauma-informed way.
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/Empowered to Connect Conference
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
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
We're wrapping up season 7 of the TBRI Podcast with Jeff and Mary Margaret Mauer, Co-Founders of Restoration Rome in Rome, GA! Links: Restoration Rome Hope for the Journey (formerly the Empowered to Connect Conference) Making Sense of Your Worth
Today we're chatting with Joy Zedler of the Pearl Project! Joy is a TBRI Practitioner, a TBRI mentor, and the co-founder and executive director of The Pearl Project. Links: The Pearl Project TBRI Practitioner Training Hope for the Journey Conference (formerly the Empowered to Connect Conference) Show Hope Making Sense of Your Worth Daren Jones Amanda Purvis
Today we're chatting with one of our most popular guests, Marti Smith, OT R/L, about a topic we've recently received lots of questions about: interoception. Links mentioned in this episode: Marti's Website Spirited Conversations Podcast Powerfully You Kelly Mahler TBRI Animate Bessel Van Der Kolk - The Body Keeps the Score Bruce Perry Tracy Stackhouse
What does it look like to embrace TBRI from an administrative role? We could think of no better person to talk about this than Robin Shelander, newly retired KPICD Program Coordinator! Links from this episode: Show Notes Travis County Collaborative For Children Dr. Karyn Purvis tribute video TBRI Practitioner Training
Today's episode is all about TBRI Camps! Brooks Kaskela of Raise the Future joins to talk about her experience planning TBRI Camps. This episode is a wonderful resource for anyone planning therapeutic camps for children and families! Links mentioned in this episode: Raise the Future TBRI Ambassador Organizations Anna Palmer - Crossroads NOLA Hope Connection Camp Making Sense of Your Worth TBRI Camps Podcast Episode with Dr. Casey Call KPICD's Trauma-Informed Camps Course
In this episode, Sarah and Cindy continue their conversation from Season 7, Episode 2. They touch on the speed bumps that hinder caregivers and professionals from engaging fully in Trust-based relationships, system-wide TBRI Implementation, and utilizing TBRI in specialized populations such as the FASD and Autism communities.
Today we are talking with Cindy Lee, who is a long-time friend and collaborator of KPICD, a TBRI mentor, licensed social worker, children's book author, and, as you will hear, so much more. Cindy is the executive director and co-founder of the HALO Project. She is also the creator of many curriculums that focus on adults knowing their worth and moving toward earned-secure attachment, including Making Sense of your Worth and Building Freedom Within. Links from today's episode: Dr. Karyn Purvis TBRI Practitioner Training Lecture Series DVDs HALO Project Hope Connection Camp Dr. Casey Call Children's Books by Cindy Lee Making Sense of Your Worth Building Freedom Within Katie Maitland Episode Palomar
On this episode, our host, Sarah Mercado and Dr. Howard Bath talk about the role of the three pillars of trauma-wise care in TBRI®. Links from today's episode: Dr. Bath's article, The Three Pillars of Trauma-Informed Care The Three Pillars of Transforming CareTrauma and Resilience in the Other 23 Hours Bessel Van Der Kolk The Sanctuary Institute Steven Porges John Bowlby
It's a TBRI Coffee Chat - Holiday Edition! Sarah Mercado and Kimberly Glaudy talk about preparing for the holiday season while considering the brain, body, biology, belief system, and behavior of a child who has experienced trauma. Happy Holidays!
Today is the final episode in our series of talking TBRI with the training staff at the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development. Troy McPeak returns to the podcast to chat with our host, Sarah Mercado, about his journey with TBRI and our oh-so-fun rapid-fire questions.
Today Kari Dady joins us on the podcast to share a bit about her work as a Training and Consultation Specialist, as well as her journey to TBRI. Kari joined us on the podcast back in season 5 to talk about TBRI and Trauma-Informed Courts, so make sure you go back and listen to that episode if you haven't yet. This is part of our mini-series with the members of our team who train during TBRI Practitioner Training Sessions, and also travel globally to teach, learn from, and support organizations who are implementing TBRI on a systemic level. Thank you so much for listening, and please enjoy this conversation with our host Sarah Mercado and Kari Dady.
In this episode we chat with Samantha Farris about her work with the Karyn Purvis Institute and her personal journey with TBRI.
Today Daren Jones joins us on the podcast to talk about his work as the Associate Director of Training and Consultation Services at the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development at TCU.
Today Sarah Mercado shares about her work as a training and consultation specialist at the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development at TCU, as well as her own journey to TBRI.
Today Katie Rinaudo joins us on the podcast to share about her work as a Training and Consultation Specialist, as well as her journey to TBRI. Katie is also the host of our Spanish podcast, El Podcast TBRI en Espanol.
Today Henry Milton joins us on the podcast to share a bit about his work as a Training and Consultation Specialist, as well as his journey to TBRI. Henry is a longtime teammate here at the Institute and is a beloved trainer who has been part of TBRI Practitioner Training from early on. This episode is part of our mini-series with the members of our team who train during TBRI Practitioner Training Sessions, and also travel globally to teach, learn from, and support organizations who are implementing TBRI on a systemic level. Thank you so much for listening, and please enjoy this conversation with our host Sarah Mercado and Henry Milton.
We're kicking off Season 6 of the TBRI Podcast with a series featuring the KPICD Training and Consultation Specialists! In this episode, host Sarah Mercado chats with Amanda Purvis about her work at the Purvis Institute, her journey to TBRI, and a few rapid-fire questions, just for fun.
Today's conversation is with Katie Maitland, a recent graduate of our Master's of Developmental Trauma program here at Texas Christian University. While earning her master's, Katie's research focus was Intergenerational and Transgenerational Trauma and how they impact the 5 B's in TBRI, which is the focus of this conversation. Linked References from this episode: TBRI & Trauma-Informed Classrooms online Course Master's of Developmental Trauma at TCU Dr. Casey Call Internal Family Systems Making Sense of Your Worth TBRI
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