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Podcast: America's Heroes Group
Episode: Ep. 708 - "Transforming Veteran Mental Health: Dr. Julie Elledge on Trauma-Informed Coaching & Storytelling"
Description: In this episode of America’s Heroes Group, Dr. Julie Elledge, Ph.D., founder of Mentor Agility and a leader in trauma-informed training, joins host Jenn Wagman to discuss transformative approaches to veteran mental health support. Dr. Elledge shares the groundbreaking “Veterans Talking to Veterans” program, a unique initiative where veterans are trained as coaches to support their peers and families through trauma-informed storytelling techniques. They dive into the importance of community, psychological safety, and accessible coaching to help veterans and families achieve post-traumatic growth. Join us as we explore how trauma-informed coaching empowers veterans, brings families closer, and fosters a stro...