Kymber Hudgins, Neurofeedback Technician at Havenwood Academy

In this episode, we sit down with Kymber Hudgins, Neurofeedback Technician at Havenwood Academy, to explore the powerful intersection of trauma-informed care, brain regulation, and genuine human connection.Kymber shares her journey from Youth Mentor to Neurofeedback Technician, including the mindset shift that changed how she views trauma-impacted youth -not as “bad kids,” but as young people who are hurting, scared, and in need of safety and understanding. She walks us through what neurofeedback actually is, how it works in real time, and why creating a calming, relational environment can make all the difference in a student’s healing process.From behind-the-scenes moments - like creating a salon space so students feel confident after EEG brain mapping - to honest reflections on the emotional weight and reward of this work, this conversation offers an authentic look at what makes Havenwood different.This episode is for staff, families, students, and anyone interested in trauma-informed treatment, neurofeedback, or the heart behind healing work.