Arizona Trauma Institute's Podcast: Recent Episodes
Arizona Trauma Institute
Paul Krauss MA LPC and Robert Rhoton Psy D., LPC, D.A.A.E.T.S. discuss the physiology of trauma. Dr. Rhoton defines trauma not as a one-time, terrible event; rather, he defines it as repetitive adversity that causes physiological symptoms. When the autonomic nervous system is constantly being triggered, the stress of this is a more accurate description of what trauma does to our bodies. Dysautonomia is a medical term that describes any time symptoms emerge because the balance between the parasympathetic and sympathetic systems are out of balance. Dr. Rhoton says that when the sympathetic nervous system becomes dominant, we have experienced trauma or dysautonomia due to a toxic environment.
The outcome for individuals who do experience a singular traumatic event varies depending on the environment in which they grew up. Having a nurturing, non-reactive environment leads to better responses to trauma; growing up with frequent autonomic arousal leads to poorer responses and coping.
About Paul Krauss MA LPC
Paul Krauss MA LPC is the Clinical Director of Health for Life Grand Rapids, home of The Trauma-Informed Counseling Center of Grand Rapids. Paul is also a Private Practice Psychotherapist, EMDRIA Consultant in Training (CIT), host of the Intentional Clinician podcast, Behavioral Health Consultant, Clinical Trainer, and Counseling Supervisor. Paul is the creator of the National Violence Prevention Hotline (in progress) as well as the Intentional Clinician Training Program for Counselors.
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About Dr. Robert RhotonDr. Robert Rhoton, CEO of Arizona Trauma Institute and President at the Trauma Institute Internationalpossesses a rich history of experience in the mental health field. Dr. Rhoton has supervised multiple outpatient clinics, juvenile justice programs, and programs, and child and family therapeutic services. Additionally, Dr. Rhoton has advanced training in child and adolescent trauma treatment, family therapy, and family trauma. Dr. Rhoton served as president of the Arizona Trauma Therapy Network from 2010 through 2012. Dr. Rhoton was a Professor at Ottawa University in the Behavioral Sciences and Counseling Department whose primary interests were training counselors to work with traumagenic family dynamics, child and family trauma, and non-egoic models of treatment. Dr. Rhoton is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and collaborates and consults with numerous Arizona agencies fine tuning their understanding of trauma and the impact of developmental trauma on the individual and family.
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Leah Owen, MC, LAC and Robert Rhoton Psy D., LPC, D.A.A.E.T.S. discuss an integrative approach to trauma treatment. They explore complementary modalities (nutrition, lifestyle, movement, breath-work, mindfulness, etc.) to improve treatment outcomes. Leah discusses how she supports clients transition to more supportive nutrition and lifestyle choices. Leah shares resources and exercises you can start using right away to improve your lifestyle.
Overview:
- Trauma’s effect on every area of our lives with an emphasis on how it affects physical health
- The nervous system’s response to trauma
- ACE study
- Autoimmunity
- A somatic approach to trauma resolution
- Vagal tone
- Completing incomplete motor responses
- Discharging stored energy in the system
- How mental health nutrition supports recovery from traumatic experience
- Gut microbiome
- Nutrition and the brain
- Blood sugar stability and mood
About Leah Owen
Leah Owen is a multi-disciplinary licensed associate counselor. She received her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Phoenix Seminary. She also holds a health coaching certificate from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and holds a certificate in Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Practitioners. Leah is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing as well as Somatic Experiencing. Leah’s work is underwritten by her holistic approach to meeting vital mental health and wellness objectives. She utilizes her dynamic background to help clients approach their goals through a mind-body-spirit paradigm.
About Dr. Robert RhotonDr. Robert Rhoton, CEO of Arizona Trauma Institute and President at the Trauma Institute Internationalpossesses a rich history of experience in the mental health field. Dr. Rhoton has supervised multiple outpatient clinics, juvenile justice programs, and programs, and child and family therapeutic services. Additionally, Dr. Rhoton has advanced training in child and adolescent trauma treatment, family therapy, and family trauma. Dr. Rhoton served as president of the Arizona Trauma Therapy Network from 2010 through 2012. Dr. Rhoton was a Professor at Ottawa University in the Behavioral Sciences and Counseling Department whose primary interests were training counselors to work with traumagenic family dynamics, child and family trauma, and non-egoic models of treatment. Dr. Rhoton is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and collaborates and consults with numerous Arizona agencies fine tuning their understanding of trauma and the impact of developmental trauma on the individual and family.
About Arizona Trauma InstituteArizona Trauma Institute is the leader in Trauma Sensitive Care in Arizona. We offer community trainings that focus on individuals increasing their knowledge of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), stress as a physiological response, and healing as a collaborative process. These classes are designed to help you develop an understanding of trauma and recognize when trauma has occurred.
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Uncertain times can and do bring about the best in us. Times such as these challenge us to look within and use existing or to develop new techniques to achieve this sense of balance. All as a means of countering the dis-regulatory reaction triggered in each of us; the degree to which it does can be under our control.
How does this dis-regulation manifest itself? The “fight, flight or freeze” response and its aftermath can rear its ugly head in many ways, from heightened anxiety, sadness, overeating, excessive alcohol use, substance misuse, anger, rage, and difficulty and disturbed sleeping patterns.
In this session we will provide some tips for, and techniques to achieve better sleep during trying times. The techniques are used to achieve the sense of balance or self-regulation.
About Dr. Cuoco
Dr. Cuoco had been employed at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) until his retirement in June 2016 and move to Mesa, Arizona. At DOHMH Dr. Cuoco served in several related roles: Deputy Director of Behavioral Health Integration for the NYC Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program (AOT); Director of Program Initiatives and Community Liaison in the Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Use Prevention, Care and Treatment; Director of Behavioral Health and Social Services and Acting Assistant Commissioner. In 2007 in collaboration with HRA, Dr. Cuoco spearheaded New York City’s Managed Addiction Treatment Services (MATS) program. In partnership with OASAS, DHS and Project Renewal, he planned developed and implemented the first NYC Shelter–based detoxification program. Dr. Cuoco and his staff also provided training and established SBIRT (Screening Brief Intervention and Referral for Treatment for Alcohol and Substances). While in AOT, Dr. Cuoco served as clinical consultant on co-occurring Psychiatric and Substance Use issues and created and implemented in-service training for Social Work Staff on the major psychiatric disorders and co-occurring alcohol and substance use. His work delved into the high recidivism rates among select AOT clientele. The findings were presented at the 2015 APA annual meeting and became the basis for ongoing in-service trainings, targeted early interventions and a reduction in the recidivism rates. About Dr. Robert RhotonDr. Robert Rhoton, CEO of Arizona Trauma Institute and President at the Trauma Institute Internationalpossesses a rich history of experience in the mental health field. Dr. Rhoton has supervised multiple outpatient clinics, juvenile justice programs, and programs, and child and family therapeutic services. Additionally, Dr. Rhoton has advanced training in child and adolescent trauma treatment, family therapy, and family trauma. Dr. Rhoton served as president of the Arizona Trauma Therapy Network from 2010 through 2012. Dr. Rhoton was a Professor at Ottawa University in the Behavioral Sciences and Counseling Department whose primary interests were training counselors to work with traumagenic family dynamics, child and family trauma, and non-egoic models of treatment. Dr. Rhoton is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and collaborates and consults with numerous Arizona agencies fine tuning their understanding of trauma and the impact of developmental trauma on the individual and family.
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Candice Liozu, PC and Robert Rhoton, Psy.D., LPC, D.A.A.E.T.S. discuss resilience, trauma informed care (TIC), youth aging out of foster care and creating sustainable transformation.
Discussion Points and Highlights
- Teaching a youth (or anybody who experienced trauma) simple techniques to calm their body down is paramount to creating long-lasting change
- Our system and society are not set up to help vulnerable individuals who are dealing with the aftermath of traumatic events - we need to continue educating service providers on:
- A possible solution might be to develop a system that would operate reverse from what we are doing today (pertaining specifically to populations such as homeless, youth at risk incl. veterans)
- FIRST: Provide a safe environment that will be conducive for relaxation, safety and education (read as in receiving information, not schooling)
- THEN: Allow individuals to actually experience the various stages of resilience
- FINALLY: Work with clients to develop a plan for the future and continue modeling positive practices throughout the process
About Candice and Foster360
Foster360 is a program dedicated to helping youth aging out of foster care create successful and fulfilling lives. Through our team of dedicated navigators, we help youth avoid homelessness and sex trafficking by connecting them to existing resources that will empower them in reaching their personal goals.
Candice Liozu spent the majority of her career in the for-profit global consulting industry, working for major corporations. For the past 2 years, she has been working towards building a program, Foster360, that helps this vulnerable population navigate through the services at their disposal to help them create a successful and fulfilling life. At Foster360, they fight for youth to avoid homelessness and sex trafficking by helping them connect with services within their community.
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About Dr. Robert RhotonDr. Robert Rhoton, CEO of Arizona Trauma Institute and President at the Trauma Institute Internationalpossesses a rich history of experience in the mental health field. Dr. Rhoton has supervised multiple outpatient clinics, juvenile justice programs, and programs, and child and family therapeutic services. Additionally, Dr. Rhoton has advanced training in child and adolescent trauma treatment, family therapy, and family trauma. Dr. Rhoton served as president of the Arizona Trauma Therapy Network from 2010 through 2012. Dr. Rhoton was a Professor at Ottawa University in the Behavioral Sciences and Counseling Department whose primary interests were training counselors to work with traumagenic family dynamics, child and family trauma, and non-egoic models of treatment. Dr. Rhoton is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and collaborates and consults with numerous Arizona agencies fine tuning their understanding of trauma and the impact of developmental trauma on the individual and family.
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Trauma and Inflammation - Episode 3 - Integrated Approaches
- Trauma and the microbiome
- Nutrition for mental health
- Exercise and movement for trauma healing
- Next steps for healing trauma and inflammation
- Healing Resources
After trauma, eating more healthily will improve one’s longevity, their ability to regulate their emotions, learn and remember more easily. The mental health field generally has been slow to recognize the role that nutrition can play in mental health. However, recent studies have begun to change commonly-held beliefs. Research has shown that diet can play a significant role in treating depression. Studies have found that nutritional supplements can significantly reduce anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress symptoms following major traumatic events.
Nutrition is important in dealing with trauma. Eating a healthy diet can reduce the negative effects of stress on your body. A healthy diet builds a solid, more enduring foundation for your body by reducing oxidation and inflammation and by helping to reduce weight gain.
About Leah Owen
Leah Owen is a multi-disciplinary licensed associate counselor. She received her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Phoenix Seminary. She also holds a health coaching certificate from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and holds a certificate in Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Practitioners. Leah is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing as well as Somatic Experiencing. Leah’s work is underwritten by her holistic approach to meeting vital mental health and wellness objectives. She utilizes her dynamic background to help clients approach their goals through a mind-body-spirit paradigm.
About Dr. Robert RhotonDr. Robert Rhoton, CEO of Arizona Trauma Institute and President at the Trauma Institute Internationalpossesses a rich history of experience in the mental health field. Dr. Rhoton has supervised multiple outpatient clinics, juvenile justice programs, and programs, and child and family therapeutic services. Additionally, Dr. Rhoton has advanced training in child and adolescent trauma treatment, family therapy, and family trauma. Dr. Rhoton served as president of the Arizona Trauma Therapy Network from 2010 through 2012. Dr. Rhoton was a Professor at Ottawa University in the Behavioral Sciences and Counseling Department whose primary interests were training counselors to work with traumagenic family dynamics, child and family trauma, and non-egoic models of treatment. Dr. Rhoton is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and collaborates and consults with numerous Arizona agencies fine tuning their understanding of trauma and the impact of developmental trauma on the individual and family.
About Arizona Trauma InstituteArizona Trauma Institute is the leader in Trauma Sensitive Care in Arizona. We offer community trainings that focus on individuals increasing their knowledge of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), stress as a physiological response, and healing as a collaborative process. These classes are designed to help you develop an understanding of trauma and recognize when trauma has occurred.
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Trauma and Inflammation - Episode 1
- What is inflammation?
- How does trauma contribute to inflammation?
- Techniques for reducing inflammation
After trauma, eating more healthily will improve one’s longevity, their ability to regulate their emotions, learn and remember more easily. Do you want to help your clients improve more quickly?
The mental health field generally has been slow to recognize the role that nutrition can play in mental health. However, recent studies have begun to change commonly-held beliefs. Research has shown that diet can play a significant role in treating depression. Studies have found that nutritional supplements can significantly reduce anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress symptoms following major traumatic events.
Nutrition is important in dealing with trauma. Eating a healthy diet can reduce the negative effects of stress on your body. A healthy diet builds a solid, more enduring foundation for your body by reducing oxidation and inflammation and by helping to reduce weight gain.
About Leah Owen
Leah Owen is a multi-disciplinary licensed associate counselor. She received her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Phoenix Seminary. She also holds a health coaching certificate from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and holds a certificate in Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Practitioners. Leah is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing as well as Somatic Experiencing. Leah’s work is underwritten by her holistic approach to meeting vital mental health and wellness objectives. She utilizes her dynamic background to help clients approach their goals through a mind-body-spirit paradigm.
About Dr. Robert RhotonDr. Robert Rhoton, CEO of Arizona Trauma Institute and President at the Trauma Institute Internationalpossesses a rich history of experience in the mental health field. Dr. Rhoton has supervised multiple outpatient clinics, juvenile justice programs, and programs, and child and family therapeutic services. Additionally, Dr. Rhoton has advanced training in child and adolescent trauma treatment, family therapy, and family trauma. Dr. Rhoton served as president of the Arizona Trauma Therapy Network from 2010 through 2012. Dr. Rhoton was a Professor at Ottawa University in the Behavioral Sciences and Counseling Department whose primary interests were training counselors to work with traumagenic family dynamics, child and family trauma, and non-egoic models of treatment. Dr. Rhoton is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and collaborates and consults with numerous Arizona agencies fine tuning their understanding of trauma and the impact of developmental trauma on the individual and family.
About Arizona Trauma InstituteArizona Trauma Institute is the leader in Trauma Sensitive Care in Arizona. We offer community trainings that focus on individuals increasing their knowledge of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), stress as a physiological response, and healing as a collaborative process. These classes are designed to help you develop an understanding of trauma and recognize when trauma has occurred.
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Trauma and Inflammation - Episode 2 - The Bodies Response to Stress
- The nervous system and trauma
- Nature v. Nurture? And how trauma can affect our genes
- Self-Regulation Techniques
After trauma, eating more healthily will improve one’s longevity, their ability to regulate their emotions, learn and remember more easily. Do you want to help your clients improve more quickly?
The mental health field generally has been slow to recognize the role that nutrition can play in mental health. However, recent studies have begun to change commonly-held beliefs. Research has shown that diet can play a significant role in treating depression. Studies have found that nutritional supplements can significantly reduce anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress symptoms following major traumatic events.
Nutrition is important in dealing with trauma. Eating a healthy diet can reduce the negative effects of stress on your body. A healthy diet builds a solid, more enduring foundation for your body by reducing oxidation and inflammation and by helping to reduce weight gain.
About Leah Owen
Leah Owen is a multi-disciplinary licensed associate counselor. She received her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Phoenix Seminary. She also holds a health coaching certificate from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and holds a certificate in Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Practitioners. Leah is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing as well as Somatic Experiencing. Leah’s work is underwritten by her holistic approach to meeting vital mental health and wellness objectives. She utilizes her dynamic background to help clients approach their goals through a mind-body-spirit paradigm.
About Dr. Robert RhotonDr. Robert Rhoton, CEO of Arizona Trauma Institute and President at the Trauma Institute Internationalpossesses a rich history of experience in the mental health field. Dr. Rhoton has supervised multiple outpatient clinics, juvenile justice programs, and programs, and child and family therapeutic services. Additionally, Dr. Rhoton has advanced training in child and adolescent trauma treatment, family therapy, and family trauma. Dr. Rhoton served as president of the Arizona Trauma Therapy Network from 2010 through 2012. Dr. Rhoton was a Professor at Ottawa University in the Behavioral Sciences and Counseling Department whose primary interests were training counselors to work with traumagenic family dynamics, child and family trauma, and non-egoic models of treatment. Dr. Rhoton is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and collaborates and consults with numerous Arizona agencies fine tuning their understanding of trauma and the impact of developmental trauma on the individual and family.
About Arizona Trauma InstituteArizona Trauma Institute is the leader in Trauma Sensitive Care in Arizona. We offer community trainings that focus on individuals increasing their knowledge of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), stress as a physiological response, and healing as a collaborative process. These classes are designed to help you develop an understanding of trauma and recognize when trauma has occurred.
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