Kristi Peterson, Clinical Director at Havenwood Academy

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.