Learn How to Create Safety and Counter Trauma Responses in Your Classroom!

Welcome to Part 2 of our Trauma & Safety Series!

In this Episode: We’re diving deep into the six core components of safety that can transform trauma responses into opportunities for connection and learning in your classroom. If you caught last week’s episode, we unpacked the core trauma concepts inspired by Dr. Judith Herman’s groundbreaking work. This time, we’re flipping the script to show how creating safety not only supports students' neurobiology but also supercharges your teaching.

What You’ll Learn:

🔑 Why safety is a non-negotiable for effective teaching.
🤝 The fascinating link between trust and learning readiness.
🛡️ A breakdown of the six components of safety and how to apply them.

This episode isn’t just talk—it’s backed by real-life insights from trauma therapy, developed in collaboration with clients who have lived through it. And it’s packed with actionable strategies educators can use right away.

Don’t Miss This!

We’re including a visual reference of the original whiteboard diagram discussed in the episode. It’s a quick-glance guide to help you put these tools into practice.

For Who?

• Teachers ready to create safe, thriving classrooms
• Counselors supporting traumatized students
• Education professionals committed to trauma-informed practices

Join licensed marriage and family therapist Julia Rose Polk as she challenges educators to assess their schools’ trauma-informed progress. Whether you’re new to this work or already rolling up your sleeves, this episode delivers fresh insights to deepen your trauma-responsive practice.

🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward creating the safe, connected classroom your students deserve!

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