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Chitty Chats with Stacy
by Stacy Nation
Chitty Chats with Stacy is a neuroscience-informed podcast exploring trauma, regulation, leadership, parenting, education, and the messy nuance of being human. Hosted by therapist and Behavioral Health Officer Stacy Nation, with many amazing guests, this show invites you to sit with yourself, understand your nervous system, and navigate life without black-and-white thinking.
Episodes
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Teaching the Whole Child, Neurodivergence, and Strategies with Becca Engle
In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy sits down with educator, author, speaker, and dyslexia and special education teacher Becca Engle for a powerful conversation about neurodivergence, regulation, play-based learning, and what it really means to teach the whole child. Becca shares…
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Getting Unstuck: Trauma, Veterans, and Brain-Based Healing with Eli Varney Show Description
In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy sits down with Eli Varney, a Wyoming veteran, trauma therapist, and former Wyoming Army National Guard officer, for a powerful conversation about trauma, dissociation, veterans, and what it really takes to heal. Eli shares how his own military...
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Let the Glitter Settle: Mindfulness, Middle School, and the Power of Hope with Stefanie Lachenauer
In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy sits down with Stefanie Lachenauer, 2025 New Jersey Teacher of the Year, author of Let the Glitter Settle, middle school educator, and board member with the Attachment and Trauma Network. Stefanie shares what 20 years in the classroom have taught...
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What Really Happens in Therapy? The Story Behind My New Book
In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy shares the story behind her new book, What Really Happens in Therapy: Behind Closed Doors, A Guided Journey to Healing, releasing June 15, 2026. After more than 20 years as a clinician, 25 years in the mental health field, years of teaching...
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Pride Month Is Suicide Prevention
In this heartfelt episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy speaks directly about Pride Month, allyship, trauma-informed care, and suicide prevention. She shares what it means to sit with people who believe the world would be better without them simply because of who they are, who they love, or…
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Finding the Right Therapist: Trust Your Gut and Ask Better Questions
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve already worked hard just to make the appointment. In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy talks honestly about what clients should look for when searching for a therapist—and what therapists need to do better when...
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The Power of One Caring Adult: A Chitty Chat with Jim Sporleder
In this heartfelt Chitty Chat, Stacy sits down with Jim Sporleder, longtime educator, administrator, trauma-responsive pioneer, and one of the familiar faces from Paper Tigers. Together, they reflect on more than four decades of work with students, schools, and communities — and the powerful…
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Tangled, Not Broken: EMDR, Neurodiversity, and the Nervous System with Laurie Belanger
In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy sits down with clinical social worker, trauma therapist, EMDRIA-approved consultant, educator, and Safe and Sound Protocol provider Laurie Belanger for a rich conversation about trauma, neurodiversity, EMDR, dissociation, and nervous system…
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Chitty Chats with Stacy with Andy Grant: Success, Suicide, and the Space Men Need to Heal
In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy sits down with Andy Grant—author, coach, energy worker, and host of the long-running Real Men Feel podcast—for a deep and honest conversation about men, masculinity, emotional numbness, suicidal thoughts, and the gap between outward success and...
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Listener Questions: Childless Not by Choice in a Child-Centered World: Alexandra
In this Listener Questions episode, Stacy responds to a powerful and tender question from Alexandra about navigating life as someone who is childless not by choice while working in an environment centered around children. This conversation explores the reality of living grief, the unexpected...
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Chitty Chats with Stacy with Bryce: Gym, Counseling, and Truth Bombs: What Actually Keeps You Alive
In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy sits down with her longtime friend Bryce—someone she met during her time in the military—for an unfiltered, honest conversation about mental health, military culture, parenting, and what it really looks like to grow after hard experiences. Bryce...
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Listener Questions: Mental Health and Apathy in our Students, Steve and Teresa
What do you do when students don’t care… and nothing seems to work? In this Listener Questions episode, Stacy responds to two powerful questions from educators facing what feels like an epidemic—rising anxiety, depression, and student apathy in today’s classrooms. Instead of quick fixes, this...
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Chitty Chats with Stacy: Moving Mountains with Jon Konen
What actually shifts a school? In this episode, Stacy sits down with lifelong educator and superintendent Jon Konen to talk about what it really takes to change school culture—from the inside out. This conversation goes far beyond strategies and into the heart of education: relationships,...
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Listener Questions: Real Life, Real Regulation: Heather and Lori
In this first-ever listener question episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, we’re diving into something so many of us quietly carry: 👉 How do you start taking care of yourself when everyone else is used to you taking care of them? Heather asks a powerful question about navigating self-care as a...
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Inside the Psychotherapy Networker Symposium: Trauma, Nervous Systems, and Real Healing
In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, I’m taking you inside one of the most powerful professional experiences I’ve had in years—the Psychotherapy Networker Symposium. After four days immersed in learning from leaders like Dr. Bruce Perry, Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, and Dr. Dan Siegel, I…
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The Hidden Reality of Rural Classrooms (And Why Educators Are Burning Out)
What does it really mean to teach in rural America? In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy shares reflections from her recent travels to small communities in Montana and Colorado and dives into the unique realities of rural education. In many rural schools, educators wear multiple...
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When the Rubber Band Snaps: Holding the Weight of Collective Trauma
Last week, Stacy hit a wall. In this deeply honest episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy shares what happens when even someone who spends a career helping others through trauma reaches their own breaking point. Between global conflict, disturbing news cycles, and the emotional weight many...
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It's Okay to Not Be Okay: A Combat Veteran's Journey Through Healing, Marriage, and Mental Health
In this heartfelt episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, licensed clinical social worker and Behavioral Health Officer Stacy Nation sits down with her husband Billy — a combat veteran with over 24 years of military service — for a candid and emotional conversation about men’s mental health, the...
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No One Comes Home the Same: Reintegration, Regulation, and the Life After Deployment
A year ago today, I was in the Middle East. After nearly two years serving on full-time orders with the Wyoming Army National Guard — preparing soldiers for deployment, deploying alongside them, and supporting them through combat and operational stress — I’m finally ready to unpack what that...
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Happy Educators Week!
Today, Stacy express heartfelt gratitude towards educators. She encourages listeners to take a moment to appreciate their favorite teachers by reaching out with a message of thanks instead of spending their time on the podcast. Highlighting the significant shifts and challenges in education…
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Reflections: Friendship
In this episode, Stacy reflects on the importance and value of friendship, sparked by a recent visit from a long-time friend. She recount the joy of reconnecting with friends from different phases of her life, including high school friends and a best friend of over two decades. Stacy speaker...
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How Does Your Past Impact Your Teaching?
In this episode of Chitty Chats, Stacy shares a training she has held titled "How Does Your Past Impact Your Teaching?". Stacy introduces the concept of how one's physiological and emotional blueprint, developed during early childhood, affects their responses and interactions in educational...
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Reflections: Moms & Toddlers
Today, Stacy reflects on motherhood, inspired by a recent encounter with a group of mothers during a weekend at a hot springs. She emphasizes the unique challenges and joys of raising toddlers, stressing the significance of emotional development and the importance of supporting each other without...
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Whole Brain Teaching and Emotional Regulation with Bri Miller
In this episode, Stacy is joined by Bri Miller, a behavior interventionist from Wichita, Kansas, to discuss the impact of whole brain teaching and behavior intervention strategies in the classroom. Bri shares her journey from teaching fourth and second grades to becoming a behavior…
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Reflections: The Importance of Repair
This reflection focuses on the significance of repair in maintaining healthy relationships. Stacy shares personal thoughts on her recent stress-related behavior that has negatively impacted her closest relationships. Acknowledging her own responsibility, she emphasizes the importance of not just...
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Redefining Education with Jethro Jones
In this episode, Stacy chats with Jethro Jones. A multitasking educator, podcaster, and advocate for the transformative power of technology in learning, Jethro shares his journey from resisting the teaching profession to embracing various methods of education and podcasting. With experiences...
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Reflections: Basic Needs
In this reflection, Stacy discusses the significance of basic needs such as food, water, sleep, social connection, exposure to sunlight, and movement for maintaining emotional regulation and mental well-being. Through a personal anecdote involving a miscommunication with their spouse being…
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Love-Based Education with James Moffett
This episode features an in-depth conversation with James Moffett, the principal of Ferris Elementary School in Hutchinson, Kansas. Moffett shares his journey from being unaware of trauma-informed education to fully embracing it and implementing its practices both professionally and personally.…
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Reflections: Psychotherapy Networker Conference
In this reflection, Stacy shares insights from her experiences attending a virtual psychotherapy network conference, which involves over 5,000 mental health professionals. She talks about the importance of continuing education for licensed clinicians, touching on various topics such as ethics,...
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Authentic Voices in Education with Charles Williams
In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy welcomes Charles Williams, a Chicago-based school administrator with extensive experience in speaking, workshop facilitation, and podcast hosting. Charles shares his unexpected journey into education, originating from a need to ensure financial...
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Reflections: Military Spouses
In this reflection, Stacy, who is both in the military and a military spouse, shares her personal experiences and challenges of being part of a military family. Reflecting on a week of unpredictable events and the need for flexibility, She highlights the unique struggles and resilience of…
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Trauma, Relationships, and NMT with Chelle Taylor
In this episode, Stacy chats with her longtime friend and fellow clinician, Chelle Taylor. They recall their mutual training in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics under Dr. Bruce Perry, which greatly influenced their approach as clinicians. Chelle shares experience in early intervention…
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Reflection: Perspectives
In this reflection, Stacy reflects on a sewage pipe break in her home, using it as a springboard to dive into the broader theme of perspective. She highlights how life's experiences, both minor and significant, shape our ability to view situations in relative terms. Emphasizing the development of...
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Making a Change in Teenagers, Kids and Families with Marcel Hernandez
In this episode, Marcel Hernandez opens up about his personal and professional journeys in working with justice-involved youth in Nashville, Tennessee. As the founder of BeAboutChange, Marcel shares how he weaves his experiences from his recovery journey into his work, focusing on the power of...
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Reflection: Understanding Triggers
In this episode, Stacy shares insights on understanding triggers, particularly in the context of interactions with children, whether they are one's own children, students, or clients. With nearly two decades of experience as a clinician and a long history of working with children and families…
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Navigating Generational Trauma and Finding Hope and Love with Bryan Post
In this interview, Stacy talks with Brian Post, a mental health professional focused on the importance of love and self-reflection in helping adoptive families and individuals struggling with trauma. Over their conversation, Stacy and Brian discuss the foundational principles of his work…
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Reflection: Judgment
In this episode, the Stacy reflects on the past week and the recurring theme of judgment, or rather, the importance of abstaining from it, across various situations. She urges listeners to show grace to themselves and others, emphasizing that most people are doing the best they can based on their...
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Navigating Military Life, Mental Health, and Personal Growth with Qwanquita Wright
In this episode of Chitty Chats, host Stacy converses with U.S. Army Major, behavioral health officer, and founder of Focusing on Self, Qwanquita Wright. She discusses her journey in the U.S. Army and her passion for making a positive difference in people's lives. She emphasizes the importance of...
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Reflections: Co-regulation in Relationships
In this week's reflections, Stacy shares her thoughts derived from recent professional experiences, particularly around the importance of relationships and co-regulation. She talks about how these concepts apply across various settings, from education to military to parenting. Stacy speaks about...
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Teaching Strategies and Genuine Connections with Katie Kinder
Katie Kinder, known for her iconic teal glasses, is a dedicated educator with a long history in teaching. In this conversation, she discusses her early resistance to join the profession, her mother’s influence, and how her experiences led her to become a teacher. After entering the teaching…
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Reflections: Money in the Bank
In this reflection, Stacy shares her thoughts on navigating the challenging world of parenting teenagers. She introduces her concept 'money in the bank', a strategy she advocates for maintaining healthy relationships, especially with teenagers, and she emphasizes the importance of connection in...
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Understanding Trauma and Building Resilience with Josh Varner
In this episode, Stacy interviews Josh Varner, who plays a significant role in the trauma-informed space helping educators in schools. Josh shares his unconventional journey from being a college football coach to becoming an advocate for trauma-informed practices. He discusses how crucial it is…
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From Social Worker to PDA Advocate with Diane Gould
Diane Gould, a licensed clinical social worker and PDA specialist, shares her journey and insights into the world of neurodivergence and the Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) profile of Autism. The discussion explores the trauma faced by neurodivergent individuals, the crucial role of...
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Trauma Informed Education with Tracie Chauvin
In this episode of 'Chitty Chats with Stacy', Stacy hosts Tracie Chauvin, a clinical social worker, and the director of student support programs for Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools. Tracie discusses the challenges and successes of integrating trauma-informed, equity-driven, and restorative...
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Unearthing Memories and Healing Trauma: A Conversation with Stephanie Neuman
Host Stacy York Nation hosts her younger sister, Stephanie Neuman, a licensed clinical social worker, who was previously a police officer for over 10 years. Exploring Stephanie’s journey from law enforcement to therapy, they discuss the impact of trauma, and how her experience propelled her to…
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Experiencing the World through the Nervous System: A Discussion with Erica Schuppe
Stacy Nation, a licensed clinical social worker, hosts Erica Schuppe, an Occupational Therapist, for an in-depth discussion about stress, life transitions and balancing work and personal lives. Erica shares her experiences on her 20-year career in occupational therapy, her role as a foster,...
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Journey of Authenticity: A Conversation with Jen Stein
Authentic Conversations and Heart-Centered Approaches in Education In this episode of Stacy York's YouTube series, Stacy dialogues with her dear friend and school principal Jen Stein. Discussing both Jen's personal and professional life, they explore how she navigates her integral roles as an...
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Men's Personal Growth and Overcoming Limitations: A Candid Conversation with Morgan Oaks
In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, join Stacy Nation and Morgan Oaks as they delve into the journey of personal growth. From unpacking deeply ingrained messages to redefining strength and courage, they explore the importance of vulnerability and the power of curiosity. Discover how to...
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Building Resilience: A Conversation with Eric Nachtigal
In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy Nation sits down with Eric Nachtigal, a member of the resilience team at SSDaC. Eric shares his experience as a behavior intervention consultant in public education for the past 29 years, working with teachers and students in counseling, teaching,...
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Empowering Hard Kids: How Megan Yoder Makes a Difference
Stacy Nation is joined by Megan Yoder. Stacy introduces Megan as one of her committed online stalkers turned colleague. They discuss Megan's work as an educational consultant on the resilience team at sda and her role as the director of the Reno County Learning Center. Megan shares her journey…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Chitty Chats with Stacy is a neuroscience-informed podcast exploring trauma, regulation, leadership, parenting, education, and the messy nuance of being human. Hosted by therapist and Behavioral Health Officer Stacy Nation, with many amazing guests, this show invites you to sit with yourself, understand your nervous system, and navigate life without black-and-white thinking.
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