113. Catalysts for Change: Transforming Trauma Care with Kimberly Johnson

Description

In this episode of the Healing From Toxic Abuse Podcast, host Deborah Ashway is joined by Kimberly Johnson, CEO of Arch Collaborative. Arch Collaborative is a social services network in Redding, CA, supporting victims of domestic violence, child abuse, and human trafficking in Shasta County. Since founding the Children’s Legacy Center in 2016, she has secured over $15 million in grants to establish the county’s first Children’s Advocacy Center, aiding prosecutions while reducing trauma for victims. Ms. Johnson is an alum of the Stanford Business School’s LEAD Program, and holds certifications from the National Children’s Alliance and the National Native Children’s Trauma Center

This episode discusses trauma-informed care and innovative support systems for trauma survivors. Kimberly shares her work in Northern California, detailing the creation of a Children's Advocacy Center, the challenges and successes in providing services to victims of violence, and the crucial role of interdisciplinary collaboration. This discussion highlights hope, healing, and the transformative potential of coordinated care for those affected by trauma.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

02:11 Kimberly Johnson's Background and Arch Collaborative

03:25 The Children's Advocacy Center Model

05:28 Expansion and Rebranding to Arch Collaborative

06:59 Challenges and Successes in Trauma-Informed Care

09:49 Rural Placement Model for Exploited Children

15:05 Systemic Solutions and Coordinated Response

20:33 Comprehensive Services for Domestic Violence Victims

24:13 Charges Filed and Community Impact

25:03 Understanding Non-Physical Abuse

26:09 Challenges in Victim Support

27:38 Financial Control and Training