Kim Barthel delivered a fascinating workshop last week on trauma-informed practice that could impact the work of everyone who attended, including the six of us from the NWT Literacy Council.
We learned about how a person’s history can impact the DNA and behaviour of future generations, and how relationships are key to a learner’s success.
Probably more than one workshop participant wishes they had this kind of information earlier in their career. I know I did. The Department of Education, Culture and Employment hosted the workshop I attended. Kim delivered her message to justice and health workers as well while in Yellowknife.
Kim is an Occupational Therapist, perhaps best known for co-authoring a book with former NHL hockey player, Theo Fleury.
Doreen Reid works for the Department of Justice in Yellowknife. She put together a list of YouTube videos of Kim’s presentations and interviews. These are a great resource if you haven’t heard Kim speak in person, or just want more of Kim’s inspiring knowledge.
Kim Barthel on Child Development and Trauma (12 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vysRPa2SuN8
Speaking About the Brain with Kim Barthel (13 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WgFV1OHu8U
Kim Barthel on Attachment (8.5 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3cPVLMbITk
Theo Fleury on the journey to healing from trauma (25 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pi6Un0mzew
Theo Fleury / Kim Barthel interview Part 1 (8 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULu7DG2rLg8)
Theo Fleury / Kim Barthel interview Part 2 (6 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=geYQ_l66hhg)
If you know of more links to helpful information about trauma-informed practice and attachment, please share them below.
— Kathryn Barry Paddock
