The Power of Language with Rachel Archambault
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*Content Warning: In this episode, Rachel shares her lived experience of surviving a mass shooting incident. Please honor yourself as you engage with this episode.
Our words matter. And when it comes to trauma-informed care, it is one of our most accessible things to begin shifting. In today's episode, Katie's in conversation with guest Rachel Archambault where they dive deep into the power of language in trauma-informed care. Rachel, a Broward County speech and language pathologist and survivor of the mass violence incident at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018, joins us to shed light on the important role of language in trauma-informed care. This episode discusses the uncomfortable truth behind phrases like "get over it" and "everything happens for a reason," and delves into more empathetic alternatives that honor our full emotional spectrum. By sharing her journey, Rachel underscores that trauma-informed care is a journey, not a destination, impacting not just professionals but everyone.
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