Advocacy in Action: Trauma-Informed Support for Adoption and Foster Care

In this week's conversation, we navigate the complex terrain of foster care and adoption with our esteemed guests, Jenn Ranter Hook, founder and executive director of Replanted, and her husband, Josh Hook, a psychology professor. Jenn opens up about her personal experiences working with children in the foster care system and her realization about the Church's lack of support for families on that journey. Josh shares his research interests and how they intersect with adoption and foster care, highlighting the need for trauma-informed resources. We also discuss the critical work of Replanted, a platform for supporting families who have experienced foster care and adoption. Jenn passionately divulges how the organization fills a gap many families face, providing much-needed resources and community connections. Listen as we uncover families' realities, challenges, and triumphs in foster care and adoption. Bios: Joshua N. Hook (Ph.D.) is a Professor of Psychology at the University of North Texas. He is also a Licensed Clinical Psychologist whose research interests include humility, religion/spirituality, and multicultural counseling. He has written or co-written several books, including Replanted: Faith-Based Support for Adoptive and Foster Families and Thriving Families: A Trauma-Informed Guidebook for the Foster and Adoptive Journey. He lives in Texas with his family.. Jenn Ranter Hook (MA) is the founder and executive director of Replanted. She previously worked as a trauma therapist for children and adolescents in foster care and speaks frequently on topics related to adoption and foster care support, mental health, and trauma. She is the author of two books: Replanted: Faith-Based Support for Foster and Adoptive Families and Thriving Families: A Trauma-Informed Guidebook for the Foster and Adoptive Journey. She lives in Texas with her family. Resources: Replanted website Josh's website/blog Previous episode: From Heartache to Hope: The Church's Mission in Foster Care and Trauma Healing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices