Ep 51: 10 Years of Trauma Specialists - a Live Episode

This week's episode is something a little different. Recorded live at the 10-year anniversary celebration of Trauma Specialists of Maryland, this episode turns the tables on Rachel — instead of hosting, she is interviewed by two of her longtime friends and supporters from the Frederick community, Tom Lynch and Karlys Kline.   Tom Lynch spent more than 45 years practicing law in Maryland, most recently with Miles and Stockbridge in Frederick, and has served as chair of the Community Foundation, Frederick Community College, and the Frederick Chamber of Commerce. By his own account, his most important role is supporting the work of his wife, Karlys. Karlys Kline is a community leader and philanthropist who founded the Women's Giving Circle and has served on the boards of more than 42 local nonprofits and businesses. Together they bring a community perspective to a conversation about what it means to build something meaningful in mental health care over ten years.   The conversation covers how Trauma Specialists of Maryland grew from a single practice to seven locations, what Rachel has learned about building a team of clinicians who are genuinely committed to trauma work, and what the next chapter looks like. Tom also shares something personal about his own experience as a patient at Trauma Specialists — a candid and moving reflection on what seeking help looked like for him and what it made possible. It is one of the most powerful moments we have recorded on the podcast.   Foundations of Trauma Therapy — Trauma Specialist Training Institute: Course starts: October 20, 2026 Format: Eight-week live remote training on Zoom Early bird pricing through: October 6, 2026 Group rates for teams of five or more: [email protected] More information: https://www.traumaspecialiststraining.com/trainings/foundations-trauma-therapy   Connect with Trauma Specialists of Maryland: Website: https://www.traumaspecialiststraining.com   Connect with The Mental Health Evolution: Website: https://www.traumaspecialiststraining.com/mental-health-evolution-podcast Instagram: /thementalhealthevolution/ LinkedIn: /the-mental-health-evolution Facebook: /TheMentalHealthEvolution   Music by Zach Harrison