Following the tragic Annunciation Catholic School shooting in Minneapolis, trauma counselor Josh Novick joins Dr. David Riedman to discuss how parents can talk with children about school violence. Josh offers compassionate, age-appropriate strategies to help kids process fear, restore a sense of safety, and foster resilience in the wake of trauma.

In Episode 34: “Heartening vs. Hardening Schools,” host Dr. David Riedman talks with Josh Novick, trauma specialist and founder of Trust and Grow Consulting, about shifting from fear-based security to healing-centered practices. Drawing on his experience leading the Highland Park shooting response, Josh shares insights on building trauma-informed, resilient school communities.