Trauma-Informed Lens
Trauma-Informed Lens
Matthew Bennett
The trauma-informed paradigm is challenging traditional views and approach in a wide variety of areas in education, social work, psychology, and public health. Each week the Trauma-Informed Lens Podcasters Curt Mower, Jerry Yager, and Matthew Bennett explore aspects of the trauma-informed paradigm and how it challenges traditional views of service delivery and current events. Join the revolution!
Final Episodes – New Beginnings
After 146 episodes, we have reached the final chapter of the Trauma-Informed Lens Podcast. In this final episode, Matt reflects on the journey and future. Thank you so much for being part of this journey!  
May 20, 2021
25 min
Dr. Rabinor joins the show to Talk about her new Book, Eating Disorders, and how Trauma Informs her Practice
In this episode of the Trauma-Informed Lens Podcast Dr. Judith Rabinor joins the show to share her expertise on eating disorders, developmental trauma, and share the insights in her recent book. Judith Ruskay Rabinor, PhD, is a clinician, author, writing coach, speaker, and workshop leader. In addition to her New York City private psychotherapy practice, she […]
May 12, 2021
52 min
Karen Gross joins the show to talk Trauma-Responsive Schools & Covid
In this episode of the Trauma-Informed Len Podcast, Karen Gross and Matt discuss trauma-sensitive and responsive schools and the impact of Covid on students and educators. Karen Gross is an educator and an author of adult and children’s books.  She also serves as Senior Counsel at Finn Partners, where she consults on higher education crisis […]
May 5, 2021
1 hr 4 min
Talking Trauma-Informed Workplaces with Nathan Gerbrandt
In this episode, Nathan Gerbrandt joins Matt to discuss the importance of trauma-informed workplaces and organizations. Nathan Gerbrandt is co-author of “A Little Book About Trauma-Informed Workplaces” and the Managing Director of the Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI). In this role, he is passionate about promoting trauma-informed practices that support individuals, organizations, and communities. […]
Apr 28, 2021
1 hr 7 min
Measuring Group and Organizational Health During the Transition back from Covid
In this final episode of the transition back to normal series, Jeff and Matt examine the importance of health and wellness during a transition into the new normal and a post-covid reality.
Apr 21, 2021
28 min
Tracking Burnout
One of my goals in creating Optimal HRV was to bring heart rate variability to everyday folks and not just elite athletes. In this episode, Jeff and Matt discuss their HRV through the good times and tough ones. Plus, we look at Matt’s data during burnout and after his vaccination.
Apr 14, 2021
31 min
Focus on Recovery
In this episode, Jeff Somers and Matt discuss the nature of stress and trauma and the need to focus on recovery as we transition into a “new normal.”
Apr 7, 2021
45 min
Melissa Vine talks Trauma, Entitlement, & Domestic Violence
In this episode, Melissa Vine joins the show to discuss the link between trauma, entitlement, and domestic/intimate partner violence. Melissa Vine, MA, LMHC, a licensed mental health counselor with 13 years of experience in business ownership, is the current Executive Director of Beacon of Life, a trauma-informed, equity-centered transitional home and programming for women recovering […]
Mar 17, 2021
52 min
Melissa Vine talks Trauma, Entitlement, & Domestic Violence
In this episode, Melissa Vine joins the show to discuss the link between trauma, entitlement, and domestic/intimate partner violence. Melissa Vine, MA, LMHC, a licensed mental health counselor with 13 years of experience in business ownership, is the current Executive Director of Beacon of Life, a trauma-informed, equity-centered transitional home and programming for women recovering […]
Mar 17, 2021
52 min
Denis Thompson talks Trauma & Chronic Pain
Denis Thompson joins the show to talk about the relationship between trauma and pain. Trauma and stress are the often overlooked aspects of the opioid epidemic and addiction in general. Denis shares his expertise in pain management and provides a new way to think about and treat a common struggle of people with trauma. Denis […]
Mar 3, 2021
1 hr 6 min