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Join Heather T. Forbes, LCSW for relevant trauma-informed conversations designed to support teachers, parents, and professionals. Deepen your understanding of how to solve challenging issues from a trauma-informed lens.


    • Feb 21, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 38m AVG DURATION
    • 9 EPISODES


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    Yoga in the Classroom with Julie Strittmatter

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2021 34:36


    Julie Strittmatter shares her love of yoga and explains the tremendous benefit yoga can have for students in the classroom. As a former teacher, she understands the dynamics of a classroom and how to incorporate yoga to help students refine their focus, become empowered to take on more challenges, develop more compassion, and build a stronger communal connection. Listen in to find out more!

    The Gangs Had Control Over the Building with Jim Sporleder

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2021 35:58


    Jim Sporleder's educational career took a major detour when he signed up to lead a "throw-away" school. In this episode, Jim shares stories of how he changed from a traditional to a heart-centered leadership approach as a principal. Through his captivating stories, you will gain valuable insights into the nature of consequences and accountability, asking instead of telling, changing the culture of an entire school, and much more!

    Compassionate Communication in the Classroom with Dr. Andrew Newberg

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2021 40:31


    Dr. Andrew Newberg is a neuroscientist who studies the relationship between brain function and various mental states. In this conversation, he explains how compassionate communication can help to calm neuro-connections that are wired for survival. Learn how to effectively connect with students with trust issues and how to reduce reactivity in times of stress.

    Boundaries, Consequences, and Accountability with Heather T. Forbes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 41:32


    Successfully setting and enforcing strong boundaries while holding students accountable takes working through a trauma-informed lens. Rather than adding more fear into students and expecting them to change through traditional discipline, we can support and empower them, giving them the tools they need to make long-term changes. Listen in to discover the difference between responsibility and accountability.

    Creating Intentional Connections in the Classroom with James Moffett

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2020 33:57


    James Moffett, an extraordinary principal at Faris Elementary School in Kansas, joins Heather T. Forbes, LCSW for this powerful conversation filled with trauma-informed ideas and strategies. Listen in now to hear how James has implemented intentional strategies to override the barriers brought on by this pandemic and how he has been building a strong, loving, and empowered team this year!

    To Teach Kids, You Have to Reach Kids with Jasmyn Wright

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2020 36:43


    Jasmyn Wright, author of "I'm Gonna Push Through!,"  joins Heather T. Forbes, LCSW for this heart-warming conversation on how to empower students to be in alignment with their best selves. Jasmyn shares how her experience as a teacher has shown that authenticity, vulnerability, and openness are essential to her students reaching their highest academic potential. 

    Communicating and Partnering with Parents of Special Needs Kids with Rick Lavoie

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2020 45:55


    Rick Lavoie joins Heather Forbes for this dynamic and insightful conversation on helping educators to build strong relationships with the parents of their most challenging students. Learn ways to engage with parents and techniques to build strong teams for students!

    Parenting in Difficult Times: Back to Basics with Rick Lavoie

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 38:01


    Rick Lavoie sheds light on how this pandemic has taken away the natural rituals and rhythms of family life and how this is negatively impacting children. More importantly, solutions to helping children and families regain their balance during these exaggerated times are discussed and highlighted in this podcast.

    From Surviving to Thriving in the Time of COVID

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 34:59


    Join Heather T. Forbes, LCSW as she gives eleven (11) effective and practical strategies to help you reclaim your happiness during this very challenging time.

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