Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and TBI: A Compassionate Conversation with Tracie Bearden

**Viewer discretion is advised as the content may be distressing to some listeners.*Guest: Tracie Bearden, MS, CCC-SLP, CBISTEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=Intimate-Partner-Violence-IPV-and-Traumatic-Brain-Injuries-AIn this powerful and informative episode, Renee and guest Tracie Bearden engage in a compassionate conversation about the role of Communication Science Disorders (CSD) professionals in addressing intimate partner violence and how they can contribute to awareness, healing, and advocacy. Tracie Bearden, Executive Director of TBI Med SLP Inc., shares her harrowing experience as a domestic violence survivor, the subsequent traumatic brain injury, and the challenging journey of healing and advocacy. Tracie's insights provide a deeper understanding of survivors' complex issues and emphasize the importance of trauma-informed care, resource accessibility, and professional support. This episode serves as an essential watch for SLPs, healthcare providers, and anyone interested in the intersection of TBI and domestic violence. Viewer discretion is advised as the content may be distressing to some listeners.Episode Timeline:00:00 Introduction and Disclosures01:37 Meet Tracie Bearden03:31 Understanding Domestic Violence and TBI06:34 Personal Experiences and Challenges11:18 The Role of Clinicians and Boundaries16:20 Tracie's Story: A Survivor's Perspective27:15 The Importance of EMDR Therapy32:10 Understanding Traumatic Brain Injuries32:49 The Impact of PTSD and Optic Nerve Injury34:42 The Journey to Stanford Emergency Room35:42 The Role of Neuro-Ophthalmology35:52 Challenges in Patient Support37:33 Realistic Expectations for Recovery38:18 The Importance of Counseling in SLP39:46 Addressing Mental Health in TBI and Stroke Patients43:33 The Role of Environment in Healing44:11 Advocacy and Resources for TBI Patients55:41 Navigating the Legal System as a Victim59:57 Final Thoughts and AppreciationMentioned in this episode:Register for the Aphasia Discourse Conference on June 7