"There's hope people can get better."
"My story isn't uncommon."
"Where there's breath, there's hope."
In this episode of the The Horizon Line, host Ryan Weaks engages with Tonier Cain, a trauma survivor, advocate, and renowned filmmaker, alongside colleagues Rhonda Turner, Outpatient Clinical Coordinator, and Januwaa Davis, Prevention and Wellness Services - Program Manager, at Horizon Behavioral Health.
They discuss Tonier's inspiring journey from trauma to healing, the importance of trauma-informed care, and how caregivers can create safe spaces for individuals to heal. The conversation emphasizes the need for individualized treatment approaches and the significance of hope and support in recovery.
WARNING: This episode covers sensitive or potentially triggering topics for some listeners. Please listen with care.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Trauma and Healing
03:10 Tonier's Journey: From Trauma to Triumph
09:05 Understanding Trauma-Informed Care
16:11 Creating Safe Spaces for Healing
22:32 The Six Principles of Trauma-Informed Care
27:52 The Importance of Healing the Healers
34:22 Hope and Healing: A Call to Action
About Horizon Behavioral Health
Horizon Behavioral Health has been the primary public behavioral healthcare provider in Central Virginia for over 56 years. We provide comprehensive services for adults and children addressing mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Horizon is accredited by CARF International, representing the highest level of accreditation in the field of behavioral health.
The Horizon Line is a podcast produced by Horizon Behavioral Health and recorded at the Horizon Wellness Center at Langhorne. Each episode is designed to inform, inspire, and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health through authentic conversations with professionals, individuals with lived experience, and community leaders.
Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or behavioral health concern.
Contact Us: Have questions, feedback, or want to get involved? The best way to reach us is by emailing Podcast@HorizonBH.org.
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Copyright Notice:© [2025] Horizon Behavioral Health. All rights reserved. This podcast and its content may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, or otherwise used without the prior written permission of Horizon Behavioral Health.
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