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Mama AdvocateReactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Realities with Tracey Poffenroth PratoIn this episode of *Mama Advocate*, Tracey shares her heartfelt story of adoption and the profound challenges she faces in raising two children with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). Tracey opens up about her personal journey, offering a raw and honest look into the struggles and triumphs of navigating life with RAD. Her passion for elevating these stories shines through in her podcast, *RAD Talk With Tracey*, where she aims to create a sense of community and support. Join us as Tracey discusses the importance of understanding and empathy, ensuring that others feel less alone in their own journeys with...2024-07-2630 min

RAD Talk with TraceyRAISING RAD: A RAD DAD SHARES HIS EXPERIENCEBrady Johnson is a dad raising 2 kids who have been diagnosed with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). He and his wife have 4 adopted children and a biological daughter (their youngest child). Brady is also a dad that works away from home 14-16 days a month. He talks with Tracey about what he experienced from a 'dad' perspective. Including, how he didn't always believe his wife about what was happening at home. Brady talks about what RAD looked like in their family, where their two boys are now, being able to experience typical parenting and development with their biological daughter, and...2022-11-0857 min

RAD Talk with TraceyTIDBITS FROM A RAD MOM - THINGS WORTH HEARING AGAINIn this episode, I talk with RAD mom Kelly Clady about all the things RAD parents experience and feel. Including, her personal challenges, divorce, and brush with suicidal thoughts of her own. We talk about things you've already heard before but worth hearing again. Let it be a reminder that you are not alone. Resources Mentioned In This Episode:Book:Coming to Grips with Attachment: The Guidebook for Developing Mutual Well-Being in Parent-Child Relationships (Katharine Leslie)Tracey's Support Services:www.radtalkwithtracey.com/supportRAD Mom Retreat:2022-10-1158 min

RAD Talk with TraceyBUT, HE SPIT IN MY COFFEEKeri Williams talk with Tracey about her gripping and heart wrenching true story about being a desperate mother who must grapple with impossible choices as her young son becomes too dangerous to live at home but is only growing bigger, stronger, and more violent while in treatment.Keri turned her story into a reads-like-fiction memoir, "but, he spit in my coffee", and exposes the dysfunctions of the child welfare and mental health systems and how they fail kids with RAD and their families.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Keri's Book:https...2022-09-0647 min

RAD Talk with TraceySUCCESS STORY: HOW ACCESS AND THE RIGHT RESOURCES MAKE A DIFFERENCEEricka Baxter is one of the lucky ones. But it wasn't always that way. Ericka and her husband have 5 children. They didn't expect to adopt but a phone call from her church changed all of that in an instant. Their church needed help finding a forever home for 2 siblings. Ericka and her husband knew that they were the ones meant to adopt these two children. And they did. One of the kids, the youngest, had RAD. And like other RAD families, Ericka and her family were thrust into the chaos of RAD. Trying to manage RAD behaviors, siblings, a...2022-08-2448 min

RAD Talk with TraceyHOUSE ON FIRE: FINDING RESILIENCE, HOPE AND PURPOSE IN THE ASHESHouse on fire. Literally? Figuratively? I'll let Jenn fill you in. I was wishing I could sit and chat with Jenn for hours! She is warm, real, and had stories within stories to share. Jenn T. Grace is a nationally recognized business strategist, speaker, and an award-winning author. She is also a RAD sibling, a RAD mom, LGTBQ, and recently divorced. Jenn speaks openly about all of these things in hopes that it will let others know they are not alone.Passionate about helping people share their stories of adversity, Jenn...2022-07-1950 min

RAD Talk with TraceyTEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAMWORKI talked with 2 incredible therapists who are making BIG change in Wayne County, Michigan. LeTorrian is a Mental Health Therapist and Captoria is a professional Counselor and Wrap Around Facilitator. They work together to support children ages 0-21 and their families. LeTorrian and Captoria bonded while working with one family in particular. Things weren't working and here's what they did - the listened to the mom when she told them about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). This led LeTorrian and Captoria on a search for information and answers. It also helped them to advocate for this family and educate their...2022-07-0651 min

RAD Talk with TraceyCHILDREN AND COMPLEX TRAUMA: A ROADMAP FOR HEALING AND RECOVERYI have been so excited to share this episode with you and introduce Dr. Chuck Geddes, PhD. What a ray of hope for our children and families. Finally! Have you been searching for the right support for your child? Well, look no further. Help has arrived! And it WORKS. Dr. Geddes has developed a comprehensive assessment and proven strategies that work with our kids. He and his team decided to take on the challenge to figure out what works for children who have experienced complex trauma and mistreatment. And it has been extremely successful!2022-06-211h 01

RAD Talk with TraceyRECOVERING FROM RAD: IS IT POSSIBLE?In this episode, you'll get the inside scoop on whether it's possible to recover from Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). I interview two young people who grew up with RAD. They'll tell you what it was like and how they're doing now. Resources Shared in this Episode:Tracey's parent support services:www.radtalkwithtracey.com/supportNavigating RAD Conference:www.radadvocates.org 2022-06-0948 min

RAD Talk with TraceyMOM OF SIX TELLS ALLIn this episode, I interview RAD mom Amy Brown. Amy is a mom of six. Her kids are evenly split, three are adopted and three are biological children. They range from ages 16 to 29. Amy likes to say that she was potty training and doing drivers training at the same time! There's a lot going on in this episode. We cover a lot of ground...RAD, adoption, physical disabilities, puberty, out of home placement, mom guilt, and everything in between.Resources Shared in this Episode:"Take Heart" Special Needs PodcastTracey's parent support services:2022-05-2453 min

RAD Talk with TraceyRAD Coffee Talk April 2022Join Tracey, Chris & Heather for another RAD "Coffee Talk" podcast episode. Once a month, we'll get together for some casual conversation. 3 RAD moms discussing different topics that most RAD parents experience. Grab a cuppa, get comfortable, and come hang out with us for an hour or so.We'd love to hear your ideas! Have a topic you'd like us to discuss?Email: talkwithtracey@gmail.comJoin in the conversation! Add your thoughts and comments on our Facebook and Instagram pages:Facebook: @radtalkwithtraceyInstagram: radtalkwithtraceyWho...2022-05-031h 24

RAD Talk with TraceyHOUSE CALLS: RAD RESPITE & PARENT TRAINING AT YOUR DOORIn this episode, you'll meet RAD mom Lee and therapeutic parenting and respite guru, Debbie Harris. Debbie came to Lee's rescue and literally showed up on her doorstep (well, actually, in her driveway) only a few days after Lee contacted her. Lee was at her breaking point but the help she received from Debbie was life changing. Not only for her, but for her daughter, her son, her husband, and her extended family. RAD families don't always have happy endings. But this one does.Visit these websites:RAD Connection: www.radconnection.comRAD...2022-03-1546 min

RAD Talk with TraceyRAD IN THE CLASSROOM: A TEACHER'S PERSPECTIVERAD in the classroom. Ever wonder what it's like for a teacher? In this episode, my guest, Leslie Brunner, will tell you all about her experiences with it. And she'll be the first to tell you that she never really understood kids with RAD in the classroom until she be became a RAD mom herself. Before that, as a teacher, Leslie says she sensed that something wasn't quite 'right' but didn't have a name for it or any strategies to work with it. This is still the case in many classrooms today. Her only option was to use the...2022-02-2350 min

RAD Talk with TraceyRAD REAL TALK - FEBRUARY 2022Join Tracey, Chris & Heather in their first RAD "Real Talk" podcast episode. Once a month, we'll get together for some casual conversation. 3 RAD moms discussing different topics that most RAD parents experience. This episode is a bit of everything because we didn't pick a specific topic and just dove right in. So grab a cuppa, get comfortable, and come hang out with us for an hour or so!We'd love to hear your ideas! Have a topic you'd like us to discuss?Email us at: talkwithtracey@gmail.comAnd...2022-02-081h 20

RAD Talk with TraceyTHIS RAD "KID" RECOVERED AND SHE PLANS TO HELP OTHER KIDS JUST LIKE HERGet ready for another success story! Yep! You heard that right. ANOTHER success story!I've been lucky enough to meet and interview a few young adults who have come a long way from growing up with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). They are incredible "kids" (now young adults) who have overcome so much trauma and hardship.In this episode, you'll meet Andurina, who is an incredible young woman with her own RAD story to tell. Andurina was adopted from Guatemala along with her older sister. She shares what it was like growing up with RAD and...2022-01-2653 min

RAD Talk with TraceyIT TAKES TWO: ONE COUPLE'S CHALLENGES WITH RADI especially recommend this episode for couples. It's a story of hope and despair and hope again. I'm sure many of you will recognize yourselves somewhere in Laura's story. Laura shares her experience about being a stepmom trying to raise a stepchild with RAD and the toll it took on her marriage. And everything in between. Including "little wife syndrome". It's a real thing y'all! Episode Takeaways:-It takes both people to be on the same page-Individual and couples therapy can help with the right therapist-Work on...2022-01-1156 min

RAD Talk with TraceyLIFE QUEST GIRLS ACADEMY-A BEACON OF HOPEI always want to cry (happy tears!) when I learn about another potential placement option for our kids with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) and/or behavioral problems. What a relief it is to know that there are people out there willing to support families by providing a safe place for our children when home isn't an option. In this episode, you'll meet the owners and founders of Life Quest Girls Academy in Parowan, Utah. Monte and Rachael Hawkins were inspired after spending time with a friend who was in charge of a residential treatment center (RTC). They realized that...2021-11-301h 01

RAD Talk with TraceySAVING HER FAMILY-CRYSTALYN'S STORYCrystalyn and her husband Brady have 4 adopted children and one "miracle" biological daughter. Until their biological daughter was born, the didn't know what "normal" parenting was. Their son, Scott, has reactive attachment disorder (RAD) and started becoming violent toward Crystalyn, his therapist, and himself. As most families do, Crystalyn and Brady tried everything to help Scott but eventually had to make some hard decisions. One of those decisions was to report themselves to DHS and then not pick up their son from the hospital after his 3rd violent episode. Crystalyn talks candidly about raising 4 children plus one with reactive...2021-11-161h 20

RAD Talk with TraceyAN EX-DHS CASE WORKER IS CREATING RAD SUPPORT THAT WORKSSateash Hime is passionate, innovative and someone who thinks big. She used to be a DHS case worker in the foster adoption program. But Sateash was dissatisfied with how little she was able to do working within DHS, especially with children and families living with Reactive Attachment Disorder. Working in a large organization with caseloads of up to 25 families, all with different needs, and 60 days to complete each case, she knew that families needed more than a bandaid solution. Sateash also noticed patterns with RAD families and knew they needed help. She is now the Pathways Partner Coordinator at...2021-11-021h 01

RAD Talk with TraceyRAD MOM ASKS FOR HELP AND HER ONLY OPTION WAS TO BECOME A CRIMINALThe system failed this family big time. Meet "Caela". She and her husband are parents of children with RAD who unexpectedly ended up getting arrested and spent time in jail. This RAD mom talks openly about their experience with adoption, raising children with Reactive Attachment Disorder, going to jail, and relinquishment. Caela isn't afraid to shine a bright light on how broken the foster-adoption system is. She also shares her thoughts on what needs to change. Caela was looking for help and ended up becoming a criminal in order to get it. It's stories like hers that make us...2021-10-191h 14

RAD Talk with TraceyHOW ONE RAD MOM IS SURVIVING RADMeet Susan, a RAD mom who has figured out a way to raise a son with RAD, raise her 2 biological children, and manage her sanity. Susan shares how she does this so that you can do it too. She shares the 3 key things that help her survive. Susan also talks about how she is helping other families by participating in the "I Move for Change" fundraiser to raise money for RAD Advocates.Resources mentioned in this episode:I Move for Change Fundraiser - Sign up at:www.radadvocates.orgParent Support...2021-10-0543 min

RAD Talk with TraceyHONEST, REAL, AND STRAIGHT TO THE POINT WITH CANADIAN RAD MOM BARBWhat a great and candid conversation with this RAD mom, Barb from Canada. We skip the beginning of her story and go straight to the heart of it all. Barb is an adoptive mom to a daughter from Ethiopia who is her "RAD child". She and her husband also have a biological, younger son. We talk about all things RAD including general RAD "stuff", sibling issues, parenting issues, marriage, and more. Barb offers lots of good insight and advice for other RAD parents. Later in the episode, Tracey sparks discussion about about letting go, remembering your power, changing your...2021-09-141h 11

RAD Talk with TraceyTALKING WITH TRAUMA EXPERT JOE DENNIS FROM MINDFUL COUNSELINGOn the pod today, Joe Dennis! Certified Mental Health Counselor and Clinical Director at Mindful Counseling. He's also trained in meditation and mindfulness.You'll love Joe. Joe talks trauma and has an amazing ability to turn theory into analogies that make sense. He gives practical tools that you as a RAD parent can use right now while you're in crisis and suggestions for later. When it comes to trauma and therapy, Joe is innovative, creative, and cutting edge. Ever heard of the technique "Brain Spotting"? Fun fact: I contacted Joe to chat about his expertise...2021-08-3158 min

Secret LifeEp. 82 Tracey Poffenroth Prato of RAD Talk with TraceyOn today's LIVE episode of the Secret Life of Entrepreneurs we have Tracey Poffenroth Prato from RAD Talk with Tracey. RAD Talk with Tracey is about creating a better life for every parent raising a child with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). Tracey's mission is to provide RAD parents a place to be supported and heal. Through her own life experiences and struggles with RAD, she has developed a trauma-informed coaching program with one-of-a-kind support, designed specifically for RAD parents. You won't want to miss this episode! Catch us LIVE today @ 10 AM CST right...2021-08-2027 min

RAD Talk with TraceyHEATHER & LEGEND - A MOM AND SON BOND AFTER RADRemember RAD mom Heather and her son Legend? I interviewed these two way back in January. Well, a lot has happened and they're back with an update! Since I last spoke with Heather and Legend, Legend moved out of the house, moved across country, and is now back at home. They're here to tell you about it and how they're doing today. Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Taos Tiny House Retreat - For Tired Parentswww.radtalkwithtracey.com/retreats 2021-08-171h 12

RAD Talk with TraceyRAD PARENTS AND FEAR: 5 WAYS TO STOP WORRYINGWhat RAD parent doesn't experience some sort of fear? What RAD parent doesn't worry? I bet you can't name one RAD parent who isn't currently living this or who hasn't lived it.In this episode of RAD Talk With Tracey, I talk about fear from a perspective that you probably haven't heard before. I hadn't. And wow, does it ever fit with RAD parent life!I also pass along 5 practical exercises to help you better understand your fears and start worrying less.I'm always on the lookout for meaningful ways to help YOU...2021-08-0324 min

RAD Talk with TraceyTRACEY TALKS WITH NANCY THOMASThis was one of the most fun and informative talks on the podcast! You do not want to miss this episode. Nancy Thomas is a pioneer and has already left a huge legacy in the world of Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). Nancy has been working with parents and children with RAD for 47 years and has an 85% success rate in the U.S. Her passion is infectious and she provides so much hope, knowledge, and insight during our discussion. Nancy also knows first hand what it's like to be a parent raising children with RAD. If you're looking for support...2021-07-201h 01

RAD Talk with TraceyPODCAST HOST TRACEY SHARES HER RAD STORY (PART 2)In parts 1 & 2 of this episode, I'm not a RAD parent coach or Podcast Host, I'm a RAD mom telling my story along with my husband, James. Our story is a little bit about 'then' and a little bit about 'now'. And I have to say that it was a rare and special opportunity to have the chance to sit down with my husband and hear some of his thoughts and experiences. Some RAD dad perspective. I don't think we've ever had the chance to spend this much time to do that until now. The two of us were so...2021-07-131h 07

RAD Talk with TraceyPODCAST HOST TRACEY SHARES HER RAD STORY (PART 1)In parts 1 & 2 of this episode, I'm not a RAD parent coach or Podcast Host, I'm a RAD mom telling my story along with my husband, James. Our story is a little bit about 'then' and a little bit about 'now'. And I have to say that it was a rare and special opportunity to have the chance to sit down with my husband and hear some of his thoughts and experiences. Some RAD dad perspective. I don't think we've ever had the chance to spend this much time to do that until now. The two of us were so...2021-07-0655 min

RAD Talk with TraceyLIVING WITH RAGE, VIOLENCE, AND UNCERTAINTYChristine Dalton is no stranger to adoption. Her mom was adopted, she had an older adopted sibling growing up, she was a single foster parent in her early 20's, and then she adopted her own child when she was married. Months after she adopted, Christine found out she was pregnant! Her adopted son has RAD. Christine opens up about what it's like to raise a son who started demonstrating rage and violence when he was only 6 years old which continues today. She also talks about what it's like living through that violence and rage while raising her biological daughter...2021-06-221h 19

RAD Talk with TraceyA FORMER RAD MOM WHO USED THE SECOND CHANCE ADOPTION PROGRAMMeet Jennifer Linch, a "former" RAD mom who utilized the Second Chance Adoptions program. Jennifer shares her story about the adoption of her daughter, how it didn't turn out the way anyone expected, and what it was like to let go and place her daughter with a different family. Resources mentioned in this episode:Second Chance Adoptions:https://wiaa.org/2nd-chance-adoption/Navigating RAD Conference:www.radadvocates.orgTracey's Support Services:www.radtalkwithtracey.com/support 2021-06-081h 14

RAD Talk with TraceyTHE JOURNALIST WHO BECAME A THERAPISTCarole McKelvey is a Journalist turned Clinical Mental Health Counselor. She was friends with Jim Fay (Love & Logic) and helped Jim write the first book about Reactive Attachment Disorder in the U.S. in 1981. Carole was inspired by Jim's work and went back to school and became a counselor herself. She has specialized in working with families and children with Reactive Attachment disorder for over 30 years. Those seeking her services will find a caring, kind, and wise counselor. This may be as a result of foster care, adoption, or simply losses within the family. She has also worked extensively...2021-06-0157 min

RAD Talk with TraceyRAD PARENTS AND RESPITE: HOW THE "BLEEP" DO I GET A BREAK?Do you ever find yourself saying, "I need a break" but you have no idea how to make that happen? In fact, it actually feels impossible? As a RAD parent, I know this feels hard. REALLY hard. But hard doesn't mean impossible. In this episode, you will learn how to take a break and create moments of respite for yourself. You'll learn that not only is taking a break possible, it's necessary. And you'll learn how to start healing. Tracey outlines her 7 step respite process and guides you through each step. It's time to put the focus back on...2021-05-2520 min

RAD Talk with TraceyMONICA'S STORY (PART 2)Welcome to part two of Monica's story. In this episode, she talks about her organization called RAD Sibs, a place for siblings to come together. 2021-05-1828 min

RAD Talk with TraceyMONICA'S STORY (PART 1)Meet Monica Badgley, RAD mom and Founder of RAD Sibs. In this episode, part one, Monica talks about taking in her sister's three daughters who have RAD. She didn't know it at the time and just thought she was doing the right thing. In part two, Monica talks about her organization called RAD Sibs; what it is and where it's headed.2021-05-111h 15

RAD Talk with TraceyATTACHMENT HEALING CENTERDr. Michele Coleman is a kind and gentle soul who is an adoptive mom, a RAD mom, and the Founder of the Attachment Healing Center in New Mexico. Another great resource and support for RAD parents, their Rad children, and their families! According to Dr. Coleman, RAD can be healed and she and her team do just that. Listen to her personal story, her approach to RAD, and learn how you can get support. And if you're a RAD mom or dad, you don't want to miss her warm, encouraging words of wisdom just for you near the end...2021-05-0449 min

RAD Talk with TraceyThe RADish RanchLearn about Karen Poitras and The RADish Ranch. Another fantastic resource for the RAD community. Karen created the RADish Ranch after working extensively with families and children with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). Karen talks about how she gained her professional experience working with and learning from Nancy Thomas at "Healing Hearts Family Bonding Camps", attachment summer camps for children and families with RAD. Karen knows and believes that children with RAD can heal. She has seen it. Karen created The RADish Ranch in order to continue to provide a place for RAD families to heal. For more information, visit...2021-04-2052 min

RAD Talk with TraceySECOND CHANCE ADOPTIONS (PART 2)This is part two of my interview with Ann Lamphere. Today, Ann talks about her program called " The Second Chance Adoption Program". This program helps families who have adopted a child and are struggling. Ann helps these families and their children find a new family that is a much better fit. The program has a 95% to 97% success rate and as a result, is a positive outcome for the child and the families. Ann also wrote a book about her experience called, "My Adoption Life: Living With A Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Child". If you'd like to get in contact...2021-04-1359 min

RAD Talk with TraceySECOND CHANCE ADOPTIONS (PART 1)Ann Lamphere's story is one full of twists and turns. She was the first single adoptive parent in the state of Utah with the Children's Services Society in the 1970s. Ann thought she was adopting a little boy from India but a girl showed up. The minute she saw the girl's photo, she thought to herself, "there's trouble there". She was right. And the young girl was already on the plane to the US and to Ann. In part one of this podcast interview, Ann shares her story about raising her adoptive daughter with RAD, her second adoption, and...2021-04-0643 min

RAD Talk with TraceyFULL CATASTROPHE PARENTINGWriter. Advocate. Mentor. Trauma survivor. Chris Prange Morgan is an adoptive RAD mom and amputee. She talks about her experience raising a child with reactive attachment disorder, including how her state of mind led to a serious accident and injury. Chris became a trauma survivor herself and shares about the first time she felt peace. It was watching the sunset from her hospital bed. She also has unique insight regarding trauma and is able to relate her injury to how children with RAD must feel. Chris has been featured in The Huffington Post, Psychology Today, The Today Show and...2021-03-3056 min

RAD Talk with TraceyYOU'LL BE FINECarrie O'Toole adopted her son from Vietnam not knowing he had Reactive Attachment Disorder. She shares her personal story including how she knew "something" was wrong and how she reached out for help. But everyone involved told her, "just get him home and you'll all be fine". Carrie also defines the exact day that everything changed for her and watched her son become part of another family. She is a RAD mom, author and and became a coach after living through her experience. Contact Tracey:www.radtalkwithtracey.com 2021-03-2352 min

RAD Talk with TraceyCONVERSATION WITH A COUNSELORDwayne Orser shares his unique and honest perspective about growing up in an alcoholic family, his own trauma and trauma work, and becoming a counselor. Dwayne provides a look into his childhood thoughts, feelings and experiences. He also offers validation, support, and hope for RAD parents with a comforting message at the end of the interview. Contact Tracey:www.radtalkwithtracey.com 2021-03-1648 min

RAD Talk with TraceyMY RAD CHILD IS MY BIO CHILD**Warning: This episode contains discussion of sexual abuse. Veronika Kramer is not your typical RAD mom. Her RAD child is her biological child. Veronika openly shares about her own experience being born in a prison, growing up with an abusive father, her own trauma and bouncing between homes in her early teens. Veronica was also a teen mom and her daughter was conceived from a sexual assault. She raised her daughter alone and has had to navigate the world of RAD in a very different way than most. 2021-03-091h 08

RAD Talk with TraceyRAISING RAD IN A MILITARY FAMILYGenie and her husband are a military family and adopted 2 children. Genie talks about the benefits and challenges of raising children while in the military. She shares about her son, the death of his biological mother, and their trip to Manitoba, Canada to attend her funeral. Genie also talks about her daughter's adoption story, her biological family, and how the frequent moves being in the military affected her. She explains what she went through as a mom of children with trauma and RAD and how they're all doing today.2021-03-021h 04

RAD Talk with TraceyTHE TURNING POINTGina Heumann and her husband adopted 2 children from Guatemala with very different results. One of their sons had Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). Gina shares her story about being a RAD mom and how her son and family "conquered" RAD. She talks about a camp for adoptive children and families, how interns were crucial to their success, and the psychotherapy center that made it all happen. Gina also talks about what she calls "flipchart therapy" and credits that therapy as the "turning point" for her son. Gina is also the author of a book called, Love Never Quits....2021-02-2346 min

RAD Talk with TraceyROMANIAN ORPHAN FINDS HIS WAY**Warning content contains discussion of abuse and sexual abuse**Samuel Christian and his siblings were born in a Romanian orphanage and were adopted out to a family in the U.S. His adopted family went on to adopt 21 children. Samuel talks about what it was like growing up in this family, his struggles forming a relationship with his adoptive mom, and growing up with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). Samuel's story has a happy ending and now he helps other children like himself.2021-02-1652 min

RAD Talk with TraceyHELPING THE HELPERSChristine Gautreaux, MSW is many things including a social worker who worked within the adoption and foster care system. She is now a life coach and acknowledges and works with caregivers to "help the helpers" reclaim their health and happiness. Christine is also the author of the book Stillpoint - A Self Care Playbook for Caregivers to Find Ease, Time to Breathe, and Reclaim Joy.www.christinegautreaux.comConnect with Traceywww.radtalkwithtracey.com 2021-02-0951 min

RAD Talk with TraceyA SIBLING STORYMeet Landon and Legend. These two brothers, one with RAD, share their story about growing up together and where they are now. 2021-02-0255 min

RAD Talk with TraceyTHE WHOLE ENCHILADATalking with RAD mom Heather Houze is like talking with an old friend. She is refreshingly honest, open, and candid about her experience raising a son with RAD and surviving it. Heather discusses everything starting with the evolution of bringing her son home, discovering RAD, fighting for therapy, finding the right therapy, and eventually a happy ending.Connect with Traceywww.radtalkwithtracey.com 2021-01-261h 32

RAD Talk with TraceyTURNING PAIN INTO PASSION (PART 2)Amy VanTyne used her pain and experience with Reactive Attachment Disorder to create one of the leading support services for parents and families. In this episode, Amy reveals how and why she founded the organization "RAD Advocates". She shares how her life evolved from being a RAD mom to becoming an entrepreneur, determined to raise awareness about RAD and guide families through the challenges of RAD.2021-01-1941 min

RAD Talk with TraceyTURNING PAIN INTO PASSION (PART 1)Amy VanTyne always wanted to be a mom. In this episode, she shares her dreams about becoming a foster parent, adopting, and how she unexpectedly found herself in crisis raising a child with RAD. Amy talks about her personal and painful experience raising a daughter with RAD, including how it affected her other children, her marriage, her psyche, and her most vulnerable moment and breaking point. Connect With Traceywww.radtalkwithtracey.com 2021-01-061h 12

RAD Talk with TraceyWORLD RENOWN RAD EXPERT FORREST LIENJoin me in this once in a lifetime, one-to-one talk with leading RAD expert, Forrest Lien. Forrest is a guru in the field of attachment and trauma. He shares his expertise and knowledge about RAD, children with RAD, and what it’s like for parents raising RAD kids. Forrest has worked with RAD kids and families for his entire career which spans over 40 years. He is also the founder of Lifespan Trauma Consulting.Connect With Traceywww.radtalkwithtracey.com 2020-12-2353 min

RAD Talk with TraceyNURSE IN CRISIS (PART 2)This is part two of my interview with RAD mom and nurse, Cheryl Ruzzo. In this episode, part-two, RAD mom and nurse Cheryl expands on her story about raising her daughter Ella. She opens up about Ella’s extreme and frightening behaviors, the trauma it caused, where they found support, and where they are now.Connect With Traceywww.radtalkwithtracey.com 2020-12-2344 min

RAD Talk with TraceyNURSE IN CRISIS (PART 1)Even the strongest and most prepared families get blindsided by RAD. Cheryl Ruzzo and her husband Joe were skilled and more prepared than many parents when they adopted a child who was diagnosed with RAD. But even they couldn’t have predicted what they would go through. In this two-part interview, Cheryl talks about raising Ella, what happened, and everything in between.Connect With Traceywww.radtalkwithtracey.com 2020-12-2338 min

RAD Talk with TraceyRAD Talk with Tracey - TrailerRaising a child or children with Reactive Attachment Disorder (“RAD”) is scary, exhausting, and life altering. Join Tracey Poffenroth Prato, an adoptive mom of two children with RAD, as she interviews other RAD parents and experts in the field including adoption. Listen to the very real and raw experiences of these families and access the best resources and support. If you’re a parent or adoptive parent raising a child or children with RAD, a friend or family member of someone who is, an expert or just curious about Reactive Attachment Disorder, this is the podcast for you.Con...2020-11-2301 min