Season 1 Episode 14: Permission to Heal: Trauma, Yoga, and Connecting People Who Use Opioids (PWUO) Communities with Kayla Shannon

In this episode of The NOCE Dose, host Bianca D. McCall engages in a deep conversation with Kayla Shannon, a licensed clinical social worker, about the opioid response programming in Nevada. They discuss the importance of collaboration among professionals, the unique trauma profiles in Nevada communities, and the integration of holistic treatments like yoga into medically assisted treatment (MAT). Kayla shares insights on how trauma-informed care can empower individuals to share their stories and the benefits of providing comprehensive support in correctional facilities. The episode concludes with a call to action for community engagement and support in recovery efforts.

Funding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.