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.
Havenwood Academy Podcast
Jeff Janes – Therapist at Havenwood Academy
In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Janes, LCSW, a therapist at Havenwood Academy, to talk about what world-class trauma treatment looks like in practice. Jeff shares what inspired him to join Havenwood, how trauma-informed care shows up in everyday interactions, and what a typical day looks like working with students. He also reflects on the mindset that’s shaped his growth as a clinician, what healing truly requires, and the importance of celebrating wins—big and small—along the way.
This conversation offers a grounded look at the role therapy plays in helping students feel safe, supported, and empowered on their healing journey.
