Guy Stephens

Guy Stephens In this in-depth discussion, Stacy Nation interviews Guy Stephens, the founder of Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint. The conversation starts with Stacy introducing Guy and expressing her enthusiasm about the video series they are working on. Guy then gives a detailed insight into his journey, the hardships he faced when his neurodivergent son was physically restrained in school, and how it led him to found Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint. The conversation further unfolds with discussions around collaborative work with the Crisis Prevention Institute and the importance of trauma-informed care for children in an educational setting. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Presentation 02:04 The Journey of the Guest 02:35 The Impact of Restraint and Seclusion 03:36 The Birth of the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint 07:17 The Growth and Impact of the Alliance 08:38 The Importance of Collaboration and Understanding 10:17 The Emotional Journey of Advocacy 14:26 The Expansion of the Alliance's Work 20:18 The Importance of Non-Compliance Based Approaches 21:31 The Importance of Connection and Regulation in Education 21:58 The Journey of Self-Improvement and Learning 22:41 The Role of Emotional Regulation in Interactions 23:06 The Impact of Personal Growth on Parenting 24:26 Understanding the Effects of Dysregulation 27:36 The Power of Apology and Accountability 29:41 The Potential of Collaboration for Change 29:46 The Game-Changing Work with Crisis Prevention Institute 31:31 The Journey of Collaboration with CPI 34:08 The Vision for a Better Education System 39:46 Connecting with the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint