Every Child Belongs
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S1E45 When "Bad Behavior" Is Trauma & How to Respond Differently : Lori Crosby
What if the "misbehavior" you're seeing… isn't misbehavior at all? Lori Crosby, licensed marriage and family therapist and co-founder of the Reach Hurting Kids Institute, joins Kim to unpack how…
S1E44 When You Love Your Child But Don't Like Them : Lisa Qualls
What happens when you love your child… but being around them feels overwhelming? In this deeply honest conversation, Kim Botto sits down with adoptive mom, author, and TBRI practitioner Lisa Qualls…
S1E43 What Belonging Really Requires : Dr. Curt Thompson
What does it really take for someone to feel like they belong? In this episode of Every Child Belongs, Kim talks with psychiatrist, author, and speaker Dr. Curt Thompson about belonging, shame,…
S1E42 Trauma, Community, and Hope: Why We All Need Safe People : Meredith Shuman
In this episode of Every Child Belongs, Kim sits down with Meredith Shuman, founder of James Trail, trauma-informed trainer, therapist, adoptive mom, and passionate advocate for families impacted by…
S1E41 Sensory-Friendly Haircuts for Neurodivergent Kids : Henry Tribes
Kim talks with Henry "Tribes", a Dallas barber known for sensory-friendly haircuts for neurodivergent kids and the inventor of the Weighted Cape. Henry shares how a weighted blanket inspired a new…
S1E40 Friendship First: The Simple Shift That Changes a Church : Ryan Wolfe
What changes a church more than a new program? Sometimes it's a friendship. Kim sits down with Ryan Wolfe, President of Ability Ministry, for a conversation that's both practical and deeply personal.…
S1E39 Big Feelings, Little Kids, and a Gospel-Centered Preschool Ministry : Josh Zello
In this episode of Every Child Belongs, Kim talks with Josh Zello, founder of JesusLovesPreschoolers.com, about building gospel-centered, developmentally rich preschool ministries where kids feel…
S1E38 When Inclusion Feels Difficult: Practical Tools for Churches : Cortney Jenkins
In this episode, Kim talks with Cortney Jenkins, founder of Awe and Wonder, about practical, realistic ways churches can create spaces where kids with disabilities truly belong. Cortney shares how…
S1E37 Inclusion Ministry for Teens and Adults : Stephanie Smith
In this episode of Every Child Belongs, Kim talks with Stephanie Smith, CEO and founder of Kingdom Inclusion, a ministry creating inclusive environments for teens and adults with disabilities and…
S1E36 A Good Family Is Better Than a Great Program : Brian Mavis
Kim talks with Brian Mavis, co-founder of America's Kids Belong, about foster care and why families are the key to changing long-term outcomes for kids from hard places. Brian shares his family's…
S1E35 Why Nearly Half of Families Leave Church: New Research with Erik Carter
Dr. Erik Carter joins Every Child Belongs to talk about what belonging really means for families impacted by disability and why churches must move beyond accessibility to genuine relationships. Erik…
S1E34 Anniversary Episode: A Year of Stories, Strategies, and Hope
It's the one-year anniversary of Every Child Belongs and this episode flips the script. With Dave kicking things off, Kim Botto reflects on what the past year has meant, what surprised her most, and…
S1E33 How Play Helps Kids Heal : Brianna Edwards
In this episode of Every Child Belongs, host Kim Botto sits down with licensed mental health counselor, registered play therapist, and author Brianna Edwards. Brianna shares how play can become one…
S1E32 When Ministry Gets Personal: How Jenni Von Tobel's Story Changed Everything
What happens when years of serving families affected by disability suddenly becomes your story too? In this heartfelt conversation, Kim Botto sits down with Jenni Von Tobel, longtime disability…
S1E31 Raising Stronger, Braver Kids : Sissy Goff
In this episode of Every Child Belongs, host Kim Botto welcomes bestselling author, counselor, and podcast host Sissy Goff. With over 30 years of counseling experience, Sissy is known for her calming…
S1E30 Parenting Through Faith & Advocacy: Camille Robinson's Story
In this episode of Every Child Belongs, host Kim Botto welcomes Camille Robinson, host of the Moments of Joy podcast and soon-to-be published author with Penguin Random House. Camille shares her…
S1E29 How the Church Can Support Foster Families : Jami Kaeb
What happens when the Church shows up for those who often go unseen? In this powerful conversation, Kim sits down with Jami Kaeb (mom of eight and founder of the Forgotten Initiative) to explore how…
S1E28 Included and Indispensable : Ellie Axford
What if the Church wasn't just a place where kids with disabilities were cared for—but discipled, included, and seen as indispensable? In this inspiring episode, Kim Botto talks with Ellie Axford,…
S1E27 What It's Like to Be a Little Person in a World That Wasn't Built for You
Jen Kendall on identity, parenting, public spaces, and raising kind kids. In this episode of Every Child Belongs, Kim Botto talks with longtime friend, mom, and creative leader Jen Kendall. As a…
S1E26 How to Support Neurodivergent Kids: A Conversation with Dr. Chinwé Williams
What do you do when a child's behavior feels overwhelming—or misunderstood? In this honest and practical conversation, Dr. Chinwé Williams—licensed therapist, speaker, and author of Calm, Courageous,…
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