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About Season 2 — Roadmap for Change: Trauma Recovery & Juvenile Justice Roadmap for Change dives into the pressing need for transformation within the juvenile justice system—a system that often falls short in meeting the needs of youth. Many of us working in and around the field understand the power of trauma-informed care, but breaking old mindsets and creating true, system-wide change is no easy feat. Join us as we examine historical and cultural roadblocks that challenge reform efforts and celebrate stories of progress from communities and jurisdictions working to make a difference. Through the voices of youth and their families, we explore the changes they believe would truly support healing and growth. Experts share the latest insights on trauma-informed practices, along with actionable strategies and resources for bringing these ideas to life. Roadmap for Change is a production of the Center for Trauma Recovery and Juvenile Justice. Funding provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, National Child Traumatic Stress Network. About Season 1 — Roadmap to Resilience: Supporting Children Experiencing Stress & Trauma Join experts in the field of child stress and trauma as they delve into research-based strategies for building resilience in children of all ages. Your hosts, Dr. Julian Ford and Dr. Amanda Zelechoski, along with guest experts explore how children and families successfully face and overcome adversity, and how helping professionals can support and empower this resilience. Together, they'll paint a holistic picture of what a roadmap to resilience can look like for children experiencing stress and trauma. Dr. Ford and Dr. Zelechoski bring decades of experience as psychologists and researchers to make these strategies available for all who care for children. Whether you’re a mental health provider, parent, lawyer, social worker, or caregiver, you can use these tools to help the children you support step from difficulty into strength.

  1. 07/29/2025

    Resources for Making Change: Trauma Recovery for Youth Involved in Juvenile Justice

    Professionals working in juvenile justice weigh in one last time on why they do this work, what trauma informed interventions have worked well, and what comes next. CTRJJ Co-Director Keith Cruise explains how we can support juvenile justice professionals who are trying to make change. Related Resources Mental Health Providers & Juvenile Justice Resource Guide | CTRJJ The National Child Traumatic Stress Network SAMHSA Trauma-Informed Juvenile Court Self-Assessment (TI-JCSA) | NCTSN Resources for Trauma-Informed Juvenile Justice (Webinar) | CTRJJ  Science and Services Spotlights (Infographics) | CTRJJ  Sign up for the CTRJJ Email Newsletter Subscribe to CTRJJ’s YouTube Channel Follow CTRJJ on LinkedIn Message CTRJJ for more information on the following models and trainings: Think Trauma Curriculum (curriculum training on awareness and knowledge of trauma) Trauma Affect Regulation: A Guide for Education and Therapy (TARGET/T4/TCARE) Trauma Grief Components Therapy for Adolescents (TGCT-A) Trauma-Informed Juvenile Court Self-Assessment (TI-JCSA) Resilience for Trauma-Informed Professionals (R-TIP: curriculum training on secondary traumatic stress) Thank you to our guests on this episode: Dr. Keith Cruise, Dr. Carly Baetz, Professor Kristin Henning, Al Killen-Harvey, David Hopkins, Dr. Kaitlin Sheerin, Randall Farmer, Dr. Monique Khumalo, Abdul Rahmann-Muhammed, and Kim Genis. Identifying details of youth and their family members are changed to protect privacy. All interviewees provided explicit consent to be recorded and have their voices and stories shared on this podcast and in accompanying resources and marketing materials. A parent or guardian provided additional consent for interviewees under 18 years old.

  2. 07/15/2025

    Embracing a Public Health Approach to Juvenile Justice: And, Not Or

    In order for juvenile justice institutions to restore trust between youth and adults and to transform the lives of justice-involved youth, they will need a multi-system, preventative, Public Health approach. Youth need more than just punitive accountability. They need integrated support from every system they interact with that addresses their needs and traumas and helps prepare them for a brighter future. Related Resources: Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI) - The Annie E. Casey Foundation  Science & Services Spotlights from the Center for Trauma Recovery & Juvenile Justice Building a Culture of Care through Restorative Justice Practices 2022 Study Reviews Effectiveness of PTSD Treatment in the Juvenile Justice System Understanding Links Between Community Violence, Gun Carrying, & System Involvement Traumatic Experiences & Mental Health Risks for Youth Involved in the Justice System Thank you to our guests on this episode: Aaron, Josh Weber, Professor Kristin Henning, Dr. Robin Jenkins, Tim Wires, and Kim Genis. Identifying details of youth and their family members are changed to protect privacy. All interviewees provided explicit consent to be recorded and have their voices and stories shared on this podcast and in accompanying resources and marketing materials. A parent or guardian provided additional consent for interviewees under 18 years old.

  3. 07/01/2025

    A Bus and a Budget: Equitable Education in Juvenile Justice

    According to education professionals in the juvenile justice system, to help justice involved youth imagine and actualize new futures for themselves, the whole system needs to prioritize providing education funds, resources, and committed teachers and staff who believe in their students. Related Resources Contact CTRJJ for more information and resources Thank you to our guests on this episode: Jasmine, Michelle, Sara, Randall Farmer, Aaron, Teresa Brewington, Jordan, and Abdul Rahmaan Muhammad. Identifying details of youth and their family members are changed to protect privacy. All interviewees provided explicit consent to be recorded and have their voices and stories shared on this podcast and in accompanying resources and marketing materials. A parent or guardian provided additional consent for interviewees under 18 years old.

  4. 06/17/2025

    Youth Exist within Families: Supporting Caregivers & Siblings

    Youth involved in the juvenile justice system are not just individuals; they are part of complex families who are uniquely impacted by the justice system alongside them. In this episode, siblings and caregivers explain the financial, emotional, physical, and social challenges of the juvenile justice system and the ways practitioners in the system can support them. Related Resources Examining Caregiver Well-Being (CTRJJ) Resources for Youths and Families (CTRJJ)  Contact CTRJJ for more information and resources Thank you to our guests on this episode: Aaron, Dr. Kathleen Kemp, Dr. Kaitlin Sheerin, Dr. Maureen Allwood, Dr. Monique Khumalo, Kathleen, Dr. Dana Lee Baker, Erica, Professor Kristin Henning, Jordan, Dr. Julian Ford, Michelle, and Abdul-Rahmaan Muhammad. Identifying details of youth and their family members are changed to protect privacy. All interviewees provided explicit consent to be recorded and have their voices and stories shared on this podcast and in accompanying resources and marketing materials. A parent or guardian provided additional consent for interviewees under 18 years old.

  5. 06/03/2025

    Crisis Intervention: Supporting Neurodivergent Youth

    Many neurodivergent youth get caught up in the juvenile justice system as a response to their moments of crisis, or simply because of differences in their behavior. This episode considers the experiences of neurodivergent youth and their families in the juvenile justice system, and how crisis intervention on their behalf should focus on preventing harm, not punishing difference. Show Notes & Related Resources: “The Prevalence and Correlates of Involvement in the Criminal Justice System Among Youth on the Autism Spectrum” by Julianna Rava, Paul Shattuck, Jessica Rast, and Anne Roux (Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders) “The Cumulative Probability of Arrest by Age 28 Years in the United States by Disability Status, Race/Ethnicity, and Gender” by Erin J. McCauley (American Journal of Public Health) Law and Neurodiversity: Youth with Autism and the Juvenile Justice Systems in Canada and the United States by Dana Lee Baker, Laurie A. Drapela, and Whitney Littlefield S&S Spotlight: 2022 Study Reviews Effectiveness of PTSD Treatment in the Juvenile Justice System (CTRJJ) S&S Spotlight: 2021 Study Confirms High Levels of Mental Disorders in Detained Adolescents (CTRJJ) Contact CTRJJ for more information and resources Thank you to our guests on this episode: Zachary, Kathleen, Dr. Monique Khumalo, Professor Kristin Henning, Dr. Dana Lee Baker, Al Killen-Harvey, and Judge Michael Key. Identifying details of youth and their family members are changed to protect privacy. All interviewees provided explicit consent to be recorded and have their voices and stories shared on this podcast and in accompanying resources and marketing materials. A parent or guardian provided additional consent for interviewees under 18 years old. Additional research and production support for this episode provided by Julia Clausen.

  6. 05/20/2025

    Trauma in the Body: A Biopsychosocial Approach

    Trauma is stored in the body and expressed through the senses, so professional interventions need to look beyond behavior to take care of the whole person through a biopsychosocial approach. Show Notes & Related Resources: Drug and Alcohol Use Reported by Youth in Juvenile Facilities, 2008–2018 – Statistical Tables -  Bureau of Justice Statistics — US Department of Justice Juvenile Delinquency and Addiction —  Child Crime Prevention & Safety Center  Sensory Processing, Coordination and Attachment by Ruth Stephens - Beacon House Therapeutic Services and Trauma Team The Myth of Normal by Gabor Maté  When the Body Says No by Gabor Maté  The Wisdom Of Trauma —  Documentary featuring Gabor Maté SMART (Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment) Trauma Informed Weight Lifting In Memoriam: Dr. Maureen Allwood (CTRJJ)  Contact CTRJJ for more information and resources Thank you to our guests on this episode: Jasmine, Michelle, Aaron, Austin, Mariah Rooney, Dr. Maureen Allwood, Abdul-Rahmaan I. Muhammad, Kristin Henning, and Edmundo. Identifying details of youth and their family members are changed to protect privacy. All interviewees provided explicit consent to be recorded and have their voices and stories shared on this podcast and in accompanying resources and marketing materials. A parent or guardian provided additional consent for interviewees under 18 years old.

  7. 05/06/2025

    Credible Messengers: "Are You for Real, for Real?"

    In the juvenile justice system, context is everything. Whether as professionals we show up with a deep understanding of the socio-political context of the youth, or we bring in and support “credible messengers” with shared lived experience as the youth, authenticity is key. "Irrationally caring adults," as Professor Kristin Henning describes them, can make all the difference in youth outcomes. Show Notes & Related Resources The Essence of Innocence: Consequences of Dehumanizing Black Children (Goff, et. al) In Memoriam: Dr. Maureen Allwood (CTRJJ)  The concept of children needing at least one “irrationally caring adult” is attributed to Dr. Urie Bronfenbrenner. He included this in his 1976 speech at Cornell University “The American Family - Who Cares?” Contact CTRJJ for more information and resources Thank you to our guests on this episode: Michelle, Jasmine, Teresa Brewington, Dr. Maureen Allwood,  Professor Kristin Henning, Dr. Monique Khumalo, David Hopkins, Austin, Aaron, Isaiah, and Edmundo Identifying details of youth and their family members are changed to protect privacy. All interviewees provided explicit consent to be recorded and have their voices and stories shared on this podcast and in accompanying resources and marketing materials. A parent or guardian provided additional consent for interviewees under 18 years old.

  8. 04/22/2025

    Words Matter: Communication & Transparency

    Making change in the juvenile justice system can be as simple, and as difficult, as making time to describe in plain language why a decision was made, pausing a meeting to ensure everyone at the table agrees with what a word means, and reflecting on the impact our word choice may have on a youth or families conception of themself. This episode provides examples and reflections on how to improve communication and transparency in juvenile justice settings.Show Notes & Related Resources S&S Spotlight: Traumatic Experiences & Mental Health Risks for Youth Involved in the Justice System (CTRJJ) Contact CTRJJ for more information and resources Thank you to our guests on this episode: Edmundo, Prof. Kristin Henning, Dr. Keith Cruise, Dr. Rocio Chang, Erica, Josh Weber, Kim Genis, Tim Wires, and Dr. Robin Jenkins Identifying details of youth and their family members are changed to protect privacy. All interviewees provided explicit consent to be recorded and have their voices and stories shared on this podcast and in accompanying resources and marketing materials. A parent or guardian provided additional consent for interviewees under 18 years old.

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About Season 2 — Roadmap for Change: Trauma Recovery & Juvenile Justice Roadmap for Change dives into the pressing need for transformation within the juvenile justice system—a system that often falls short in meeting the needs of youth. Many of us working in and around the field understand the power of trauma-informed care, but breaking old mindsets and creating true, system-wide change is no easy feat. Join us as we examine historical and cultural roadblocks that challenge reform efforts and celebrate stories of progress from communities and jurisdictions working to make a difference. Through the voices of youth and their families, we explore the changes they believe would truly support healing and growth. Experts share the latest insights on trauma-informed practices, along with actionable strategies and resources for bringing these ideas to life. Roadmap for Change is a production of the Center for Trauma Recovery and Juvenile Justice. Funding provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, National Child Traumatic Stress Network. About Season 1 — Roadmap to Resilience: Supporting Children Experiencing Stress & Trauma Join experts in the field of child stress and trauma as they delve into research-based strategies for building resilience in children of all ages. Your hosts, Dr. Julian Ford and Dr. Amanda Zelechoski, along with guest experts explore how children and families successfully face and overcome adversity, and how helping professionals can support and empower this resilience. Together, they'll paint a holistic picture of what a roadmap to resilience can look like for children experiencing stress and trauma. Dr. Ford and Dr. Zelechoski bring decades of experience as psychologists and researchers to make these strategies available for all who care for children. Whether you’re a mental health provider, parent, lawyer, social worker, or caregiver, you can use these tools to help the children you support step from difficulty into strength.

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    Roadmap to Resilience | Roadmap for Change
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    31
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