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Julie Millar & Danielle Williams: The Power of Play, Preparation, and Presence in Pediatric Healing
What happens behind hospital doors when a child receives a life-threatening diagnosis? For many families, the fear, confusion, and emotional overload can feel impossible to navigate. That’s where Child Life Specialists step in, not just to explain what’s happening, but to empower kids and families through every moment of the journey.
In this episode of The Mindful Haven Podcast, host Lori Griffith welcomes Julie Millar, Certified Pediatric Child Life Specialist, and Danielle Williams, Child Life Officer Supervisor at Palm Beach Children's Hospital. Together, they shine a light on one of the most essential and overlooked parts of pediatric care: emotional wellness, therapeutic play, and whole-family support.
This isn’t just about teddy bears and coloring books. It’s about building trust, reducing fear, and helping kids reclaim their sense of safety and self, even in the face of illness.
To connect with our guests, Julie Millar and Danielle Williams: Palm Beach Children's Hospital
To connect with our host, Lori Griffith: Email: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasinadreamfoundation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chasinadreamfoundation
To connect with our podcast producers or for media inquiries: Email: [email protected]
ABOUT: Chasin A Dream Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit based in Jupiter, FL and supporting families across South Florida. Founded by Lori Griffith, Chasin A Dream is dedicated to providing critical resources, including financial help, emotional and mental health support, and community programs for children battling life-threatening illnesses, disabilities, and trauma.
HOW YOU CAN HELP: If this episode helped you or someone you know, please leave a positive review, share it, and help us grow The Mindful Haven Podcast; where mental health, advocacy, and real support come together.
To make a donation to Mindful Haven and Chasin A Dream, visit: https://www.chasinadream.org
The Mindful Haven Podcast is produced by Hype Boss and PodPlus Studios in Jupiter, Florida. Learn more: https://www.podplusstudios.com
KEYWORDS: child life specialist podcast, pediatric emotional support, trauma-informed care, chasin a dream foundation, hospital preparation for kids, south florida nonprofit, caregiver mental health, therapeutic play, family trauma healing, pediatric care podcast, mindful haven podcast, locals helping locals, warrior families, support for sick children, nonprofit podcast series
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By Chasin A Dream FoundationWhat happens behind hospital doors when a child receives a life-threatening diagnosis? For many families, the fear, confusion, and emotional overload can feel impossible to navigate. That’s where Child Life Specialists step in, not just to explain what’s happening, but to empower kids and families through every moment of the journey.
In this episode of The Mindful Haven Podcast, host Lori Griffith welcomes Julie Millar, Certified Pediatric Child Life Specialist, and Danielle Williams, Child Life Officer Supervisor at Palm Beach Children's Hospital. Together, they shine a light on one of the most essential and overlooked parts of pediatric care: emotional wellness, therapeutic play, and whole-family support.
This isn’t just about teddy bears and coloring books. It’s about building trust, reducing fear, and helping kids reclaim their sense of safety and self, even in the face of illness.
To connect with our guests, Julie Millar and Danielle Williams: Palm Beach Children's Hospital
To connect with our host, Lori Griffith: Email: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasinadreamfoundation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chasinadreamfoundation
To connect with our podcast producers or for media inquiries: Email: [email protected]
ABOUT: Chasin A Dream Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit based in Jupiter, FL and supporting families across South Florida. Founded by Lori Griffith, Chasin A Dream is dedicated to providing critical resources, including financial help, emotional and mental health support, and community programs for children battling life-threatening illnesses, disabilities, and trauma.
HOW YOU CAN HELP: If this episode helped you or someone you know, please leave a positive review, share it, and help us grow The Mindful Haven Podcast; where mental health, advocacy, and real support come together.
To make a donation to Mindful Haven and Chasin A Dream, visit: https://www.chasinadream.org
The Mindful Haven Podcast is produced by Hype Boss and PodPlus Studios in Jupiter, Florida. Learn more: https://www.podplusstudios.com
KEYWORDS: child life specialist podcast, pediatric emotional support, trauma-informed care, chasin a dream foundation, hospital preparation for kids, south florida nonprofit, caregiver mental health, therapeutic play, family trauma healing, pediatric care podcast, mindful haven podcast, locals helping locals, warrior families, support for sick children, nonprofit podcast series