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The TBRI Podcast

Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development TCUchild.tcu.edu
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.
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Episodes

The Impact of Racial Trauma

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...

Jun 12, 202447 min

Talking TBRI® with Geoff Nelson

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...

May 29, 202428 minSeason 8Ep. 8

TBRI Nurture Groups Part 2

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...

May 22, 202434 minSeason 8Ep. 7

TBRI Nurture Groups Part I

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 Juveni...

May 15, 202433 minSeason 8Ep. 6

A TBRI® Coffee Chat: Summer Edition

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

May 01, 202451 minSeason 8Ep. 4

Watch Me Rise with Pam Taylor & Trent Taylor

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...

Apr 24, 202441 minSeason 8Ep. 3

Implementing TBRI Across Sectors with Anna Palmer

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...

Apr 17, 202437 minSeason 8Ep. 2

Sensory Healing After Developmental Trauma with Marti Smith

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...

Apr 10, 202454 minSeason 8Ep. 1

Restoring Families Through TBRI®

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...

Feb 28, 202452 minSeason 7Ep. 8

Serving Communities Through TBRI®

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...

Feb 21, 202433 minSeason 6Ep. 7

Interoception with Marti Smith, OT R/L

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...

Feb 19, 202438 minSeason 7Ep. 6

Meeting the needs as non-direct care staff

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...

Feb 07, 202431 minSeason 7Ep. 5

TBRI® Camps with Brooks Kaskela

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...

Jan 31, 202445 minSeason 7Ep. 4

Collaborative Implementation with Cindy Lee

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.

Jan 24, 202427 minSeason 7Ep. 3

Knowing Your Worth with Cindy Lee

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 TB...

Jan 17, 202430 minSeason 7Ep. 2

The Three Pillars of Trauma-Wise Care

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...

Jan 10, 202433 minSeason 7Ep. 1

Bonus Episode: A TBRI Coffee Chat, Holiday Edition

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!

Dec 01, 20231 hr 1 min

Talking TBRI® with Troy McPeak

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.

Nov 01, 202321 minSeason 6Ep. 8

Talking TBRI® with Kari Dady

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 w...

Oct 25, 202325 minSeason 6Ep. 7

Talking TBRI® with Samantha Farris

In this episode we chat with Samantha Farris about her work with the Karyn Purvis Institute and her personal journey with TBRI.

Oct 18, 202324 minSeason 6Ep. 6

Talking TBRI® with Daren Jones

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.

Oct 11, 202333 minSeason 6Ep. 5

Talking TBRI® with Sarah Mercado

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.

Oct 04, 202320 minSeason 6Ep. 4

Talking TBRI® with Katie Rinaudo

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.

Sep 27, 202324 minSeason 6Ep. 3

Talking TBRI® with Henry Milton

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 implement...

Sep 20, 202323 minSeason 6Ep. 2

Talking TBRI® with Amanda Purvis

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.

Sep 13, 202328 minSeason 6Ep. 1

Intergenerational and Transgenerational Trauma with Katherine Maitland

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 Mak...

Sep 11, 20231 hr 16 min

A TBRI® Coffee Chat - Part 2

Sarah and Kim are back and they're answering even more listener questions on this second installment of this season's TBRI Coffee Chat. Go ahead and grab your tea or coffee and settle in. Linked References from this episode: - TBRI & Trauma-Informed Classrooms Training - Play by Stuart Brown...

Jul 20, 202341 minSeason 5Ep. 8

A TBRI® Coffee Chat - Part 1

Today, we're answering YOUR questions! Sarah Mercado and Kimberly Glaudy answer questions from our listeners in this TBRI Coffee Chat. We'll be back next week with part 2 of this conversation. To submit a question for a future episode, visit this link: https://child.tcu.edu/tbri-podcast-questions

Jul 12, 202334 minSeason 5Ep. 1

TBRI® & The Deaf Community

Our guest today is Becky Lloyd Founder and Director of Signs for Hope. Since it was established in 2009, Signs for. Hope has evolved into an all-encompassing ministry of adoption surrounding Deaf children. Our host, Sarah Mercado, sat down with Becky to talk about her work with Signs of Hope and about how TBRI is adapted when working with the deaf community. Whether you are a hearing parent of a deaf child, a deaf parent of a deaf child, a professional working with deaf children, or someone who ...

Jul 05, 202340 minSeason 5Ep. 6
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