In this episode of the Havenwood Academy Podcast, host Josh Gardner sits down with Janie Sabin, Havenwood’s long-standing Human Resources Director. Janie shares her journey from paralegal to one of Havenwood’s very first employees, reflecting on over a decade of shaping the organization’s culture and people systems.

She dives into:

• How her legal background shaped her HR leadership
• Lessons learned about trauma, empathy, and personal growth
• Building strong staff culture and long-term retention
• Parenting insights gained from working in residential treatment
• Navigating licensing, regulation, and industry challenges
• Why Havenwood’s mission and values continue to attract and inspire

Whether you’re a parent, professional, or someone curious about what it takes to run a world-class treatment program, this conversation offers honesty, wisdom, and hope.

In this episode, Josh Gardner sits down with Kristi Peterson, Clinical Director at Havenwood Academy, to talk about her journey into residential treatment, why she came back after a brief break, and what makes Havenwood’s clinical model so unique. Kristi shares insights on trauma-informed care, attachment-focused treatment, and the importance of relational approaches in working with adolescents.

They also discuss Havenwood’s impressive 82% program completion rate, the role of advanced therapeutic modalities like EMDR, neurofeedback, and DBT, and how Kristi and her team foster resilience in some of the most acute cases. This conversation is a deep dive into what it takes to create lasting impact in residential treatment—and the passion that drives Havenwood forward.

In this episode, Josh Gardner sits down with Charlie Falatea, Partner and Executive Director at Havenwood SLC, to talk about his journey from a young college student working the night shift to becoming a leader in residential treatment. Charlie shares how deep, authentic relationships are the foundation for real change, why “trust in, trust out” is more than just a phrase, and how to lead teams with culture at the core.

You’ll hear actionable strategies for parents, treatment professionals, and leaders like “Allow the Climb,” a unique intervention to help teens self-regulate - and the small, consistent choices that create life-changing moments.

Whether you’re a parent navigating tough behaviors, a behavioral health professional, or simply someone who believes in the power of connection, this conversation will leave you inspired.