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Tuesday, May 7, 2024

What Is Trauma-Informed Care? How Counseling and Community Are Key to Wellness and Healing

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Lamont Repollet, Ed.D., President | Kean University

Lamont Repollet, Ed.D., President | Kean University

In a recent episode of the Urban Impact podcast, Jennifer Vinces-Cua, Ph.D., assistant professor of counselor education, emphasized the prevalence of trauma in American society, stating, "Eight out of 10 Americans have faced trauma at some point in their lives." This staggering statistic sheds light on the importance of trauma-informed care in today's world.

The discussion delved into the role of community support in fostering healing and resilience. Dr. Vinces-Cua highlighted the significance of community involvement in the process of healing from trauma, stating, "Community support can foster healing and resilience."

Urban Impact, a podcast recorded and produced at Kean, New Jersey's urban research university, aims to address crucial topics such as trauma-informed care. The podcast, now available on major platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google, provides a platform for experts like Dr. Vinces-Cua to share insights on promoting wellness and healing through counseling and community engagement.

For more information and to access the Urban Impact podcast, listeners can visit kean.edu/urban-impact.

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