Be Their Hero
Josh empowers educators to become heroes in student’s lives by equipping them with insights, strategies, and practices to support trauma-impacted students so they can foster resilience and growth.
See Josh in Action
“We used to have kids running out of our school and today they’re running in! We’ve made so many changes that Josh helped ignite.”
- Beth Houf, Principal
Keynotes & Workshops
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Trauma Informed Care
Every challenging student has different needs to help them succeed in school. Examine common challenging situations and practice making plans to help students thrive by identifying their strengths and the cause of the behavior. Create individualized student support plans designed to address problematic behaviors.
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Managing Stress & Mental Health
Educators are facing unprecedented stress, leading to record-high burnout. By understanding how stress is stored in the body and using practices to complete the stress cycle, they can navigate challenges more effectively, fostering resilience and well-being.
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Attachment
Josh Varner is dedicated to assisting individuals grappling with attachment issues. Through his expertise and compassionate approach, Josh provides support and guidance to help people navigate and overcome challenges related to attachment, fostering healthier relationships and emotional well-being.
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Consulting
Josh Varner specializes in consulting services aimed at assisting school staff in effectively managing challenging student behaviors. Leveraging his expertise, he conducts comprehensive evaluations of existing support systems and collaborates with staff to develop tailored strategies that yield successful outcomes.
Proven Results
Josh Varner's keynotes, professional development workshops, and consulting has inspired transformative change in school communities nationwide.
Without proper training and understanding of trauma-informed care, educators and staff may struggle to support students impacted by trauma, leading to increased challenges in academic performance, behavior, and well-being.
Decreased Behavior Issues
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Better Attendance
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Higher Test Scores
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Eliminate Teacher Burnout
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Improved Retention Rates
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Increased Graduation Rates
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Decreased Behavior Issues • Better Attendance • Higher Test Scores • Eliminate Teacher Burnout • Improved Retention Rates • Increased Graduation Rates •
What People Are Saying:
Charles Jenks
Superintendent
Devon Gilmore
Director of Curriculum
Angela Meyer
Principal
Equip your educators and school staff with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to effectively support students who have experienced trauma and manage stress levels to prevent teacher burnout.
Meet Josh
Josh Varner serves as a guiding force for educators, offering insights and strategies to support trauma-impacted students. His experience as a mental health professional, school counselor, and coordinator of at-risk student programs, he understands their challenges and empowers them with empathy and expertise. Through over 400 presentations nationwide, Josh ensures educators receive top-tier support in fostering resilience and growth within their schools.
Be Their Hero
An Educator's Guide To Trauma- Informed Care
“I thought this book was wonderfully written and so insightful into the human brain and those that have been impacted by trauma. I wish everyone could gain this knowledge on how to engage and help those affected.” -Sinisa D.
Our Services
*All packages can be customized to you or your organization's needs.
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Keynote speech delivered by Josh Varner.
Duration: Typically 60-90 minutes.
Details: Inspiring and informative presentation tailored to the audience.
Ideal for: Events, conferences, or company gatherings.
Additional: Books available for attendees at $20 each.
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Half-day workshop conducted by Josh Varner.
Duration: Approximately 3-4 hours.
Details:
In-depth workshop covering key concepts from Josh's book, "Be Their Hero."
Interactive exercises and discussions to engage participants.
Additional: Books available for attendees at $20 each.
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Full-day workshop conducted by Josh Varner.
Duration: Approximately 5-8 hours.
Details:
3 hours on Trauma-Informed Care.
1 hour on Stress Management.
Next Steps with Admins.
In-depth coverage of key concepts from "Be Their Hero."
Interactive exercises and discussions to engage participants.
Additional: Books available for attendees at $20 each.
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Customized coaching and training program led by Josh Varner.
Duration: One-year commitment.
Details:
Personalized sessions tailored to the specific needs and goals of the client.
Regular meetings and check-ins with Josh to track progress and provide ongoing support.
Focus on long-term growth and development for the client and their staff.
Access to additional resources, tools, and support materials.
Additional:
Each participant receives a copy of "Be Their Hero" for further reference and learning.
Optional Community/Parent Night Event.
Optional Consulting.
