Ashley E. Poklar on Supporting Kids Through Trauma and Change

Ashley Poklar shares how her journey from teaching to psychology shaped her mission to support misunderstood kids, overwhelmed parents, and broken systems. From her work with trafficking survivors to launching her self-care workbook, Ashley offers tools, truth, and encouragement for those navigating tough paths in family and care work.

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Ashley E. Poklar Links:

Websites: 

www.foundationsentinel.org

www.apoklarponders.org

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-e-poklar-phd/

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OUTLINE:

00:55 - Dr. Ashley Pokla's Journey into Psychology

04:59 - Understanding Trauma in Education

10:32 - The Broken Systems of Support for Youth

15:32 - Navigating Child Welfare and Support Systems

20:20 - The Balance of Parenting Styles

23:48 - Involvement with Sentinel Foundation

28:19 - The Importance of Psychological Assessments

29:51 - Launching Parkla Ponders

33:13 - Coping with the Emotional Toll of Psychology

36:43 - Publishing 'My Inner Compass'

42:00 - Overcoming Self-Doubt as a Woman

48:07 - Advice for Women Forging Their Own Paths