Podcast: Building a Gold Standard Trauma-Informed Youth Justice System: Awareness, Assessment, and Case Planning (ft. Keith Cruise, PhD)

In this episode, Executive Director John Tuell speaks with Dr. Keith Cruise, Professor and Director of Clinical Training at Fordham University, about groundbreaking projects at the Center for Trauma Recovery and Juvenile Justice. They discuss the importance of trauma awareness, screening for active trauma symptoms, and how early identification helps address the unique needs of youth in the justice system. Dr. Cruise highlights trauma-specific treatment models, workforce development efforts, and strategies for integrating trauma-informed approaches into system-level practices. Featuring transformational work in Nebraska, this episode offers practical insights for creating more effective and compassionate youth justice systems.