Havenwood Academy Podcast

Hosted by Josh Gardner - CFO of Havenwood Academy - this show takes you behind the scenes of Havenwood Academy, a world-class residential treatment center in Cedar City, Utah.

Each episode shares real stories from our dedicated care providers - the people on the front lines helping young women heal from complex trauma, rebuild trust, and reclaim hope. You’ll hear the challenges, breakthroughs, and deeply human moments that make this work life-changing.

If you care about mental health, trauma-informed care, and the power of community, this is your inside look at how resilience is built and lives are transformed.

Guest

Kristi Peterson

Kristi Peterson – Clinical Director, Havenwood Academy
Kristi Peterson is the Clinical Director at Havenwood Academy, where she brings over 20 years of experience in residential treatment. Known for her expertise in trauma-informed care, attachment work, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Kristi has dedicated her career to helping adolescents move from crisis to capability. She is passionate about building strong clinical teams, integrating evidence-based modalities like EMDR and neurofeedback, and ensuring that every student has access to the highest quality of care.

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Kristi Peterson, Clinical Director at Havenwood Academy