In this episode, Josh Gardner sits down with Nathan Hofeling, Director of Admissions and Business Development at Havenwood Academy, to explore how the admissions process and treatment experience have evolved for families seeking help. Nathan shares powerful insights on trauma-informed care, creating safety for families, and the innovations that make Havenwood’s approach truly unique - from personalized admissions days to neurofeedback therapy that literally rewires the brain.

Listeners will learn about the academy’s 100% pre-admission interview rate, 5% transport rate, and 85% completion rate - and what these numbers say about success and healing.

In this episode of the Havenwood podcast, we sit down with Andrea Morgan, the Assistant Academic Director at Havenwood Academy. Andrea shares her journey in the field of education, her experiences working with teens in residential treatment, and how her role at Havenwood has evolved. She discusses her teaching philosophy, the importance of individualized learning, and how Havenwood's academic team collaborates with the therapeutic staff to support students through their recovery. Andrea also touches on her personal growth and the impact her work has had on her parenting. Tune in for an insightful conversation about trauma-informed education and continuous improvement in a therapeutic school environment.

In this episode of the Havenwood Academy Podcast, host Josh Gardner sits down with Blaine Hofeling, Founder and General Counsel of Havenwood Academy and the HOPE Group. Blaine shares his remarkable journey from practicing law to creating a nationally respected residential treatment center focused on early childhood trauma and attachment issues.

We cover:

• Blaine’s transition from attorney to treatment center founder
• How personal experiences with childhood adversity shaped his mission
• The challenges and lessons learned in risk management
• Overcoming early struggles to build a thriving organization
• The power of narrowing focus and serving high-need populations

This is a candid look at the perseverance, values, and lessons behind Havenwood’s success and its unwavering commitment to young people who need hope the most.

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.