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
Caleb Cluff – Therapist at Havenwood Academy
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What does world-class trauma treatment actually look like in practice?
In this episode, Caleb Cluff, Therapist and Equine Therapist at Havenwood Academy, shares what drew him to trauma work and why Havenwood stands out. From creating emotionally safe environments to integrating equine therapy, structured rhythms, and continuous improvement, Caleb offers a grounded look at how healing really happens.
He talks about why trauma treatment isn’t about “fixing” people - but creating growth opportunities. Why healing looks more like a scatterplot than a straight line. And how long-term perspective, grit, and a growth mindset shape both client outcomes and staff development.
You’ll hear:
- Why culture and continuous improvement matter in trauma care
- How Bruce Perry’s trauma-informed principles are lived out daily
- The power of structure, repetition, and relational safety
- What outsiders never see about the real work behind healing
- Why focusing on values—not external success—leads to lasting fulfillment
This conversation is a thoughtful, behind-the-scenes look at the intentional work that supports real, lasting healing.
