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S4 Ep420: Implementing Trauma-Informed Care in K-12 Education with Rachel Archambault
In this powerful episode of The Special Ed Strategist Podcast, host Wendy Taylor welcomes Rachel Archambault, M.A., CCC-SLP, a speech-language pathologist and trauma-informed care advocate. Rachel shares her journey from experiencing trauma firsthand at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School to becoming a leading voice in trauma-informed education. Learn how educators can implement practical, mindset-shifting strategies to create safer, more supportive learning environments for all students.
3 Key Takeaways from the Episode:
Trauma-Informed Care is a Mindset Shift, Not a Checklist:
Educators should shift from asking “What’s wrong with this student?” to “What happened to this student?” and adjust their approach to reduce harm, foster safety, and support learning.
Language Matters – Small Adjustments Can Have a Big Impact:
Removing violent phrases like “shoot me an email” and choosing more precise, neutral language helps create a safer, less triggering environment for students and staff.
Safety, Choice, and Trust Build Strong Learning Environments:
The six pillars of trauma-informed care (Safety, Choice, Collaboration, Trust, Empowerment, and Cultural Sensitivity) guide educators to create spaces where students can shift from survival mode into their “learning brain.”
Connect with Rachel Archambault:
Website: www.ptsdslp.com
Instagram: @ptsd.slp
Facebook: @ptsd.slp
LinkedIn: Rachel Archambault
Email: [email protected]
Links & Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
Connect with Wendy:
Instagram: @learningessentials
LinkedIn: Wendy Taylor
Facebook: Learning Essentials
Website: LearningEssentialsEDU.com
Course: Cracking the Code
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In this powerful episode of The Special Ed Strategist Podcast, host Wendy Taylor welcomes Rachel Archambault, M.A., CCC-SLP, a speech-language pathologist and trauma-informed care advocate. Rachel shares her journey from experiencing trauma firsthand at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School to becoming a leading voice in trauma-informed education. Learn how educators can implement practical, mindset-shifting strategies to create safer, more supportive learning environments for all students.
3 Key Takeaways from the Episode:
Trauma-Informed Care is a Mindset Shift, Not a Checklist:
Educators should shift from asking “What’s wrong with this student?” to “What happened to this student?” and adjust their approach to reduce harm, foster safety, and support learning.
Language Matters – Small Adjustments Can Have a Big Impact:
Removing violent phrases like “shoot me an email” and choosing more precise, neutral language helps create a safer, less triggering environment for students and staff.
Safety, Choice, and Trust Build Strong Learning Environments:
The six pillars of trauma-informed care (Safety, Choice, Collaboration, Trust, Empowerment, and Cultural Sensitivity) guide educators to create spaces where students can shift from survival mode into their “learning brain.”
Connect with Rachel Archambault:
Website: www.ptsdslp.com
Instagram: @ptsd.slp
Facebook: @ptsd.slp
LinkedIn: Rachel Archambault
Email: [email protected]
Links & Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
Connect with Wendy:
Instagram: @learningessentials
LinkedIn: Wendy Taylor
Facebook: Learning Essentials
Website: LearningEssentialsEDU.com
Course: Cracking the Code
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