Ep. 25 - Trauma-Informed Care: Understanding the Universe Between Us

Written By Meredith Shuman | Founder, James Trail

At James Trail, we believe healing begins with understanding. In this episode, Meredith, founder and leader of James Trail, shares her personal journey with trauma-informed care and how it shapes her leadership and approach to community building. From real-life stories to practical insights, Meredith dives into how empathy and connection create safe spaces for growth and resilience.

📚 What We Offer:

-Trauma-informed training for schools, businesses, and churches

-Resources for individuals and families facing trauma

-Supportive spaces for healing and growth

🎙 About Meredith:

Meredith brings years of experience in trauma-informed care and a deep passion for equipping others to navigate life’s challenges. As a leader and educator, she fosters healing through connection, practical tools, and faith-driven wisdom.

References:

Being Known Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/being-known-podcast/id1556261828

Anxious People (novel): https://a.co/d/9OdE0qW

Bear Town (novel): https://a.co/d/3DTriLb

Meredith Shuman | Founder, James Trail

As Executive Director of James Trail, Meredith is committed to serving organizations and communities where the gaps are the greatest. She brings over 30 years of experience as a therapist, a trauma-informed care trainer, and a parent. Meredith holds an MSW degree from the University of Texas.

She and her husband Dan, a global health physician have been married 31 years, and they have 5 children, 4 of whom are adopted.  Meredith loves a passport with lots of stamps (she loves serving in global settings and has lived cross-culturally), a water bottle with lots of stickers, a table with lots of people, and a mountain with lots of trail.

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