THE
PARENT PODCAST
Helping Kids from Underserved Communities Thrive: ABC Foundation
with Terence Shigg
Key Points
From This Episode:
02:56 - Moving into Therapy
10:48 - A Place for Youths
19:04 - Mental Health Support
24:42 - Encouraging Others
Resources from
this episode:
Show Notes
Please note that this episode discusses sensitive and triggering topics - audience discretion advised
In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with guest Terence Shigg, executive director of the ABC Foundation, board member of Cour Experience, co-founder of Moore and Shigg, and licensed marriage and family therapist. The three speak about the struggles kids face in underserved communities and what actions people can take to inspire change. Terence and the ABC foundation work to create a community that supports those who are in the wake of facing troublesome situations and helps to lead them down a path of positive outcomes.
Moving into Therapy
Terence moved around when he was younger, and today, tries to teach people to look outside their bubble and explore different lifestyles. After many years with the border patrol, he went back to get his masters in family therapy. One thing not often talked about in his previous line of work, including the military and law enforcement, is suicide. He wanted to bring awareness to this issue. From this, he started working with youth and the ABC foundation.
A Place for Youths
One of the most rewarding parts of Terences career is seeing the transformation in the children he works with. The ABC foundation focuses on creating a supportive environment for children to thrive. It works to keep kids in low income, poverty situations away from damaging and life threatening activities. This foundation, as well as others, work to support overwhelmed schools, parents, and children to find a better path for those who need it most.
Mental Health Support
Terence wanted to help law enforcement and military members to be able to recognize the chemical changes in their bodies when it comes to trauma and mental health struggles. He got connected with an organization that offers a support tool as well as opportunities to talk about difficult topics that are usually ignored in that line of work. Terence still uses the fundamentals of that tool in his other lines of work.
Encouraging Others
Terence started a podcast and started focusing on encouraging others to join groups like his. The more people provide support, the more lives that can be changed. He is also looking into the world of politics and working to change policies to support those who are underrepresented. The biggest change comes from people who come together for a good cause.
Thank you so much for listening to this episode! This podcast is dedicated to supporting families through the ups and downs of parenting and mental wellness. We know how tough it can be to raise kids in today’s world, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us and let’s lift each other up.
With love,
Marci & Debbie
THE
PARENT PODCAST
Helping Kids from Underserved Communities Thrive: ABC Foundation
with Terence Shigg
Show Notes
Please note that this episode discusses sensitive and triggering topics - audience discretion advised
In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno speak with guest Terence Shigg, executive director of the ABC Foundation, board member of Cour Experience, co-founder of Moore and Shigg, and licensed marriage and family therapist. The three speak about the struggles kids face in underserved communities and what actions people can take to inspire change. Terence and the ABC foundation work to create a community that supports those who are in the wake of facing troublesome situations and helps to lead them down a path of positive outcomes.
Key Points
From This Episode:
02:56 - Moving into Therapy
10:48 - A Place for Youths
19:04 - Mental Health Support
24:42 - Encouraging Others
Moving into Therapy
Terence moved around when he was younger, and today, tries to teach people to look outside their bubble and explore different lifestyles. After many years with the border patrol, he went back to get his masters in family therapy. One thing not often talked about in his previous line of work, including the military and law enforcement, is suicide. He wanted to bring awareness to this issue. From this, he started working with youth and the ABC foundation.
A Place for Youths
One of the most rewarding parts of Terences career is seeing the transformation in the children he works with. The ABC foundation focuses on creating a supportive environment for children to thrive. It works to keep kids in low income, poverty situations away from damaging and life threatening activities. This foundation, as well as others, work to support overwhelmed schools, parents, and children to find a better path for those who need it most.
Mental Health Support
Terence wanted to help law enforcement and military members to be able to recognize the chemical changes in their bodies when it comes to trauma and mental health struggles. He got connected with an organization that offers a support tool as well as opportunities to talk about difficult topics that are usually ignored in that line of work. Terence still uses the fundamentals of that tool in his other lines of work.
Encouraging Others
Terence started a podcast and started focusing on encouraging others to join groups like his. The more people provide support, the more lives that can be changed. He is also looking into the world of politics and working to change policies to support those who are underrepresented. The biggest change comes from people who come together for a good cause.
Thank you so much for listening to this episode! This podcast is dedicated to supporting families through the ups and downs of parenting and mental wellness. We know how tough it can be to raise kids in today’s world, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us and let’s lift each other up.
With love,
Marci & Debbie
We're on a mission to educate, inspire and transform lives, ages 4-104 using basic scientifically proven methods and tools to decrease stress, anxiety and to increase resiliency and overall well-being.
2365 Iron Point Road,
Folsom , CA 95630
(916) 340-5252
© 2019 Cour Experience Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Non-Profit 501c3 EIN: 84-3383699
We're on a mission to educate, inspire and transform lives, ages 4-104 using basic scientifically proven methods and tools to decrease stress, anxiety and to increase resiliency and overall well-being.
2365 Iron Point Road,
Folsom , CA 95630
(916) 340-5252
© 2019 Cour Experience Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Non-Profit 501c3 EIN: 84-3383699