Regulated & Relational
Episodes
Ep 118: Nature, Earthing, and Grounding
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes healing doesn’t come from doing more—it comes from getting grounded in what’s already around us. In this inspiring episode, Julie and ...
Ep 117: Using & Defusing with Humor
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if growth could sound like laughter?In this conversation, Billy Kaplan, a licensed clinical social worker at Treehouse Health, joins Ginger and J...
Ep 116: A Community for Resilience
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if healing didn’t require a therapy license—only presence, connection, and courage?Andi Fetzner joins Ginger and Julie and shares how her Ori...
Ep 115: A Conversation about Generational Trauma
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What are children learning that no one is explicitly teaching?Ingrid Cockhren joins Julie and Ginger to explore how historical trauma shapes social le...
Ep 114: Why Mattering Matters
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie Beem and Ginger Healy explore Julie’s research on mattering—what it is, why it matters, and how it shows up in adult-child ...
Ep 113: Wellness Rooms and Other Ideas to Combat Gun Violence
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Ginger and Julie sit down with Josh Novick—licensed therapist, educator, national speaker, and found...
Ep 112: Exploring the Science of Learning with Zaretta Hammond
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really mean to help students learn how to learn—especially in systems that were never designed with all learners in mind?In this powerf...
Ep 111: Joy - An Act of Resilience
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt and reflective episode, Julie Beem and Ginger Healy return to a profound conversation from Season 1 with the late Cissy White—trau...
Ep 110: Discussing Relational Health and Resilience with Dr. Sonu
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Stan Sonu, Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Emory University School of Medicine and Medic...
Ep 109: The Power of Play for Healing and Connection
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Play isn’t just fun—it’s essential. In this episode, Ginger and Julie unpack the science, healing power, and everyday possibilities of play. Fro...
Ep 108: Child Abuse Prevention
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What would it look like if we built a society that prevents child abuse and neglect—before it ever begins? In this episode, Ginger and Julie sit dow...
Ep 107: What Does RAD Look Like at School?
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is a follow-up to Episode 101, where we discussed the two recognized attachment disorder diagnoses and their impact on families. In this episode,...
Ep 106: Healing Despair and Moral Injury in Educators
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if burnout isn’t just about exhaustion—but something much deeper? In this powerful episode, Julie and Ginger speak with Sheri Kreher, a Licen...
Ep 105: Rethinking Behavior Plans with the Bowmans
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Rick and Doris Bowman about their brand-new book, Your FBA is a Fantasy!: A Guidebook to Creating Truly Trauma-Informed,...
Ep 104: Parents Have Feelings Too - a book interview with Hilary Jacobs Hendel & Juli Fraga
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Parents Have Feelings, Too: Emotional Intelligence, The Change Triangle, and Healing Generational Patterns with Hilary Jacobs Hendel & Juli Fra...
Ep 103: Embracing Hope for FASD, ADHD, Neurdivergence, and Traumaa
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Regulated & Relational, hosts Julie Beem and Ginger Healy sit down with two fathers on a mission to transform the way families ...
Ep 102: Exploring FASD
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this unforgettable episode, Ginger and Julie sit down with the one and only Barb Clark—a powerhouse trainer, parent, and advocate known for sayin...
Ep 101: What you need to know about Attachment Disorders
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this foundational episode of Regulated & Relational, Ginger and Julie dive deep into attachment disorders—what they are, how they’re diagno...
Ep 100: Exploring PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance)
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode, Ginger Healy and Julie Beem sit down with Diane Gould, LCSW, and leading voice in the PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance...
Ep 99: Joy - An Act of Resilience
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt and reflective episode, Julie Beem and Ginger Healy return to a profound conversation from Season 1 with the late Cissy White—trau...
Ep 98: Empathy Revolution
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking episode of Regulated & Relational, Ginger Healy and Julie Beem invite you to explore the transformative power of empathy...
Ep 97: Birthday Reflections
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special birthday-themed episode of Regulated & Relational, we’re doing something a little different—and a lot more personal. Julie Bee...
Ep 96: The Importance of Therapeutic Parenting
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode of Regulated & Relational, hosts Ginger Healy and Julie Beem are joined by Ce Eshelman, LMFT—an expert in attachment,...
Ep 95: The Dopest Coach
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re honored to sit down with a friend of ATN, Martin Ali Simms—a Neurosequential Sports Specialist, Mental Health Consultant, and Founder...
Ep 94: Two White Women Talking about DEI
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this vital episode, Julie and Ginger dive into the intersection of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) with trauma-informed practices. As DEI co...
Ep 93: Using the Arts as a Healing Tool
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode of Regulated & Relational, Ginger Healy and Julie Beem are joined by a special guest, Cally Flox, a teaching artist, educator...
Ep 92: Learning About and Celebrating Neurodiversity
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode, we sit down with educator, writer, and advocate Meghan Ashburn to explore how we can better support autistic students—bo...
Ep 91: Insights into Self-Compassion from TSS2025
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Regulated & Relational, Julie Beem and Ginger Healy discuss the concept of self-compassion, drawing insights from Dr. Kristin N...
Ep 90: Brain Development Basics
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Ginger and Julie as they wrap up the season by talking about brain lessons. A little basic brain knowledge can go a long way in understanding b...
Ep 89: Adult Nervous Systems
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Julie and Ginger as they speak with Dr. Lori Desautels Dr. Lori Desautels has been an Assistant Professor at Butler University since 2016, teach...
Ep 88: Let's Inspire, Inform, Instruct and Include Students
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Julie and Ginger as they speak with Anashay Wright, a national award-winning educator, speaker, consultant, and founder of Authentic Disr...
Ep 87: Understanding Interoception: The Mind-Body Disconnect
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Julie and Ginger in speaking to Occupational Therapist, Kelly Mahler about Interoception and the body-mind disconnect. Kelly teaches that as car...
Ep 86: No More Sad Mommas; No More Sad Babies
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Julie and Ginger in speaking to Carey Sipp talking about early childhood intervention. Carey is a solutions journalist and “Neuro-Nurturing ®...
Ep 85: Back to the Basics - The Trauma-Sensitive School Basics
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Ginger and Julie as they talk to Mathew Portell. Mathew has dedicated a decade and a half to education in his role as a teacher, instructional co...
Ep 84: Digging into Attachment and Parenting Challenges
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Ginger and Julie talk to Dafna Lender who is an international trainer, EMDR therapist, and supervisor for practitioners who work with ...
Ep 83: Being Safe Enough Not to Bully
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as Julie and Ginger talk to Ginger Lewman about Bullying. Ginger Lewman is a national consultant & keynote speaker with ESSDACK, a non-...
Ep 82: Oxytocin - What it is and what we need to know
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 82, Ginger & Julie dig into Oxytocin. Oxytocin is often called the “love” or “cuddle” hormone. High levels of oxytocin correl...
Ep 81: The Theory of Hope
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Julie and Ginger interview ATN’s dear friend, Dr. Melissa Sadin. Melissa teaches us about Hope Theory based on the work of Gwinn and...
Ep 80: Exploring Our Polyvagal World
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode Julie and Ginger teach about the PolyVagal Theory and introduce us to Our PolyVagal World a new book by Dr. Stephen Porges and his son...
Ep 79: The Three Pillars of A Healthy Life - Working our Way to Wellness
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode Julie and Ginger talk to Dr. Rick Cain. Rick specializes in the neuroscience of stress and well-being. He helps us explore how wellnes...
Ep 78: "What are We Here to Do?" A conversation with Superintendent Dr. Amy Fast
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Ginger and Julie talk to Dr. Amy Fast. Dr. Amy is currently a superintendent in Oregon. She is an author, and education commenta...
Ep 77: Trauma-Informed Step-Parenting
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Ginger and Julie dive into Step-Parenting. Approximately 40% of all families are blended families, which are defined as divorce...
Ep 76: Diving Deep into Co-Regulation
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Co-Regulation: Stepping in with soothing, responsive interactions to help a person be able to regulate their emotions. OR Borrowing the ability t...
Ep. 75 - The 5 Love Languages of Neurodiversity
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger share the Five Neurodivergent Love Languages from @neurowonderful. Info dumping. Sharing information about topics th...
Ep 74. Nurturing Neurodiversity in the Educational Environment
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode Julie and Ginger seek to increase awareness and acceptance of the strengths that neurodivergent children have. Neurodiversity means ...
Ep 73: Becoming a Trauma-Informed Restorative Educator
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode, Julie interviews Joe Brummer and Marg Thorsborne about their new book, Becoming a Trauma-Informed Restorative Educator. Both Joe an...
Ep 72 -The Challenges of Parenting in Today's Society: A Deep Dive with Ingrid Cochren
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger welcome Ingrid Cockhren into the studio to discuss parenting in today’s society…or, as Dr. Gabor Mate calls it, ...
Ep. 71 - Children's 4 Irreducible Needs
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In his book, The Myth of Normal, Dr. Gabor Mate points out that all children have 4 irreducible needs: a sense of security trust in the world ...
Ep 70 - Geeking out on Attachment, Yoga, and Somatic Experiencing with Heather Altman
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger talk with Rabbi Heather Altman about Attachment, Yoga, and Somatic Experiencing. She is a trauma specialist and a pa...
Ep 69 - My Trauma Isn't Your Trauma
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Julie and Ginger talk about the 3Es of trauma. SAMHSA, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration of the US governm...
Ep 68 - Exploring Baffling Behaviors with Robyn Gobbel
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Robyn Gobbel into the studio. Robyn loves cultivating deep, resonant connections with anyone who is up for it...
Ep 67 - A Conversation about Trauma-Informed Care with National PTA President, Yvonne Johnson
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Yvonne Johnson into the studio. Yvonne is the 58th president of the National PTA. She is committed to being i...
Ep 66 - Addressing Working Memory in a Trauma-Sensitive Classroom
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Jen Alexander and Jennifer Dickey into the studio. They have come to talk about executive function skills and...
Ep 65 - The Self-Reg Framework
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Julie and Ginger invite Dr. Susan Hopkins into the studio. Dr. Hopkins, along with Dr. Stuart Shanker, will be keynoting at ATN’s 7th Annual ...
Ep 64 - This Year's Retrospective
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Lorraine Schneider into the studio to chat about the episodes from season 3 and there were some really great ...
Ep 63 - The Biology of Attachment Trauma
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger welcome Dr. Aimie into the studio. Basically, Dr. Aimie is amazing. She is a double board-certified physician, b...
Ep 62 - What Does It Mean To Be Trauma-Informed?
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger delve into the definitions of trauma-informed. While this seems very simple, there are many definitions floating out...
Ep 61 - Gratitude, Grounding and Glimmers
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today Julie and Ginger are talking about the 3 G’s: Gratitude, Grounding and Glimmers. These are basic mindfulness strategies that provide emotion...
Ep 60 - What Can Be Done About The School to Prison Pipeline?
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger talk about the school to prison pipeline with Leonard Webb. What an important topic this is! Leonard retired from ...
Ep 59 - What is the Vagus Nerve?
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger discuss the Vagus nerve and other occupational therapist topics with Allison Morgan. Allison is the founder and CE...
Ep 58 - Inner Working Models - Where do they come from?
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Julie and Ginger talk about the Inner Working Model. This is basically the blueprint for how we connect with others. John Bow...
Ep 57 - Creating a Regulating Classroom Environment
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the studio is full. Julie and Ginger have Jen Alexander and Anna Paravano as guests. Jen Alexander is a veteran educator, counselor...
Ep 56 - Getting on the Same Page: Teacher-Parent Relationships
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger are talking about relationships between parents and teachers with their guest host, Jessica Harris. Jessica was a ...
Ep 55 - Let's Talk Regulation & Co-Regulation with Ginger Healy
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have invited a guest host, Kimberly Smathers, into the studio. Kimberly is on the Board of Directors of the Attachment & Traum...
Ep 54 - The Importance of Belonging
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger talk about Belonging. And what an important concept that really is! Love and belonging are crucial human needs and...
Ep 53 - Unpacking Our Griefcase
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger explore the concept of grief by welcoming Emelio Parga into the studio. Emelio is the founder and Executive Direct...
Ep 52 - Ever Wonder About Curiosity?
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger are deep-diving into the concept of curiosity. Brene Brown defines curiosity as recognizing a gap in our knowled...
Ep 51 - Diving into Anger
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger dive into anger! Brene Brown defines anger as an emotion we feel when something gets in the way of our desired out...
Ep 50 - Exploring Interoception
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Connie Persike into the studio to talk about interoception, one of our hidden senses. Interoception is ...
Ep 49 - Advocating for Trauma-Informed Special Education
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite a special guest, Bill Zee, into the studio. Bill is the Chair of the Education Law Group at Appel, Yost &...
Ep 48 - The Power of the Pause
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, Julie and Ginger invite Dr. Jon Baylin into the studio. Dr. Baylin received his doctorate in clinical psychology from Peabody Col...
Ep 47 - The Importance of Feeling Safe
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger discuss the concept of “Felt Safety”. You can’t trust, heal, or learn in a state of unsafety. This isn’...
Ep 46 - Our Hidden Senses
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today Julie and Ginger invite Jessica Sinarski into the studio. If you think her name seems familiar, then you are correct. Jessica has been here befo...
Ep 45 - Preventing Childhood Sexual Abuse
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Ginger and Julie invite Tracy Leonard into the studio. Tracy is the Programming and Partnership Manager at the non-profit, Darkness to...
Ep 44 - Trauma in the Pews
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode, Julie and Ginger welcome Dr. Janyne McConnaugheyinto the studio. Janyne has a long career in teaching, teacher education ...
Ep 43 - Exploring the River of Cruelty
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger welcome Rebecca Lewis-Pankratz into the studio to talk about the concept of the River of Cruelty. Rebecca fought her...
Ep 42 - What is Blocked Care
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger talk about the concept of “Blocked Care”. Drs. Daniel Hughes and Jonathan Baylin first coined this concept in th...
Ep 41 - Trauma-Informed Teaching and IEPs
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Regulated and Relational, Julie and Ginger invite long-time ATN friend, Dr. Melissa Sadin into the studio. Simply put, Dr. Sadin is...
Ep 40 - What Makes Mr. Chazz Tick?
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Mr. Chazz Lewis into the studio. Mr. Chazz, a former Montessori school teacher, is an educational specialist,...
Ep 39 - The Regulated Classroom
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Emily Daniels into the studio to talk about how to create a regulated classroom. Emily is a trainer, consulta...
Ep 38 - Brain-Body Parenting
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Dr. Mona Delahooke into the studio. Dr. Delahooke discusses how to raise joyful and resilient children – an...
Ep 37 - Serve and Return
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger talk about the concept of Serve and Return. This notion was introduced through the Center on the Developing Child at...
Ep 36 - Therapeutic Parenting 102
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger continue their discussion of therapeutic parenting. If you are caring for a child with a trauma history, you know th...
Ep 35 - Therapeutic Parenting 101
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the next two episodes, Julie and Ginger deep dive into the concept of therapeutic parenting. The healing of childhood trauma comes directly f...
Ep 34 - Helping Teen Brains with Improv
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Julie and Ginger welcome Scott Kuenneke and Mary DeMichele into the studio. Scott is an integral part of the CALO Programs Residential...
Ep 33 - A New School Year: Hopes and Challenges
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Julie and Ginger invite Sandra Lake and James Moffett into the studio. They are both awesome trauma informed educators, and in this episode, they are ...
Ep 32 - Secondary Traumatic Stress
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger discuss Secondary Traumatic Stress. This is a hard topic to talk about, but it is so important. Ginger says, “Seco...
Ep 31 - School Resource Officer & Trauma-Informed School Safety, talking with Becky Haas
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today Julie and Ginger welcome Becky Haas into the studio. Becky’s background is in working with Resource Officers in schools by training them to be...
Ep 30: Advocating against Restraint & Seclusion - a conversation with Guy Stephens
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Julie and Ginger welcome ATN friend Guy Stephens into the studio. Guy is a lifelong Marylander, a father, a husband and a child advocate. ...
Ep. 29: Boundaries
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger are discussing boundaries. They got a lot of insight from Brene Brown’s book, Atlas of the Heart. ATN’s Te...
Ep 28: The Challenges of Using Praise
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today Julie and Ginger talk about praise and how to use it effectively in the home and in the classroom. They also discuss some of the challenge...
Ep 27: Disappointment and Expectations
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger talk about their latest book study, Atlas of the Heart, by Brene Brown. ATN’s Team R&R, an online commun...
Ep 26: The Special Attachment Window of Young Adulthood: An Interview with Jack Hinman, Psy.D.
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger welcome Jack Hinman into the studio. Jack is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and he has been providing mental...
Ep 25: The Dangers of Social Media for our Teens- A Conversation with Jethro Jones
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger welcome Jethro Jones into the studio to discuss social media and its impact on traumatized children. Jethro is...
Ep 24: Using Stories to Heal: A Conversation with Jane Samuel
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger have long-time ATN friend, Jane Samuel in the studio. Jane is a marriage and family associate whose practice f...
Ep 23 Restorative (and Trauma-Informed) Practices in Schools: An Interview with Joe Brummer
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ginger and Julie dive into Restorative Practices with Joe Brummer in the studio. Joe is an expert in developing trauma-informed...
Ep 22 - The Balance of Structure and Nurture
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger talk about the delicate balance between structure and nurture. What are the differences in punishment, consequences,...
Ep 21: Building Resilience during Covid...A Reflection on What We've Learned
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger reflect on what our lives have been like dealing with Covid and building resilience throughout the pandemic. G...
Ep 20: Reframing the Narrative with Jessica Sinarski, LPCMH
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger talk with Jessica Sinarski. She is a renowned mental health professional and author, having authored Riley the...
Ep 19: The Re-Set Process: An Interview with Dyane Carrere
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Julie and Ginger talk with Dyane Carrere, educator, author, counselor, and staff developer. Dyane specializes in supporting stu...