In this episode, trauma-informed subject matter expert and trainer, Katie Kurtz will walk you through the six R strategies to help you lead with empathy, build trust, and create safer, more human-centered healthcare environments.

We’ll explore how these strategies—Recognize, Regulate, Reconnect, Realign, Resist, and Resource—can help you shift from intention to impact, support resilience, and practice mindful leadership no matter your role.

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about practicing leadership rooted in compassion, cultural humility, and connection. Whether you’re a provider, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this episode offers a helpful review of the Trauma-Informed Strategies in Healthcare training to apply in real, everyday ways.

Learn more about Katie Kurtz: 

Katie Kurtz, MSW LISW-S (she/her) is a recognized subject-matter expert on trauma-informed care and its integration into leadership and organizational culture. Her innovative training model has equipped thousands of professionals globally, earning her international recognition and awards for her leadership. Katie's integrative approach enables her to provide keynotes, training and consulting services across various disciplines and industries. She collaborates with renowned organizations, including the University of Southern California, OhioHealth, Diabetes UK, and the State of Ohio, delivering impactful solutions tailored to their needs. Katie is the host of A Trauma-Informed Future Podcast, and an adjunct professor at Case Western Reserve and Cleveland State Universities. She holds Master's degrees in Social Work and Non-Profit Management and serves in various leadership roles, including co-chair of the State of Ohio’s Trauma-Informed Care Collaborative and the Integrate Trauma-Informed Network

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