The Just A Mom Podcast

This incredible episode is about a young couple who fostered and eventually adopted a boy who was a student in Jennifer’s kindergarten classroom. He was in seven foster homes in five years (some were shelters). Jennifer and her husband became foster parents in their first year of marriage. This young boy had been abused sexually and physically and neglected and had his first suicide attempt at eight years of age, and has a diagnosis of Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD). Jennifer and her husband have worked non-stop to get their son the help and services their son needs, and Jennifer has compiled an incredible database of resources.
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PCIT - Parent-Child Interaction Therapy
What is CBT Therapy?
What is EMDR?
Accelerated Resolution Therapy
Problematic Sexual Behavior Therapy 
ABA Therapy 
Neurofeedback Therapy 
 "safe room" - sometimes called a seclusion room
- neuro-psych testing
- Thompson Center (Columbia, MO)
- "Alternative School" - this is a school within a public school district, which is still considered free and public schooling but has increased levels of services for students with specific accommodations and high levels of need.
- pharmacogenetic testing 
- FosterAdopt Connect
- CASA

Creators & Guests

Host
Susie Gurley
Susie shares the real stories of moms and dads who have walked the lonely, scary road of parenting a child with mental illness. You're not alone. There is hope.

What is The Just A Mom Podcast?

My name is Susie.  I have three children, the youngest of whom struggles with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. I never thought this could happen to me, and I missed the signs.  Being a parent is really hard, and I'm here to help! I'm talking to parents and experts to help you with the issues your kids may face.  I want you to know that you are not alone and there is hope.