Healing After the Unthinkable: Mental Health after School Tragedies on Spotify

Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Yvonne DelZenero, sits down with Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jodi Top to discuss the emotional and psychological aftermath of the Evergreen High School shooting. With experience supporting survivors of school violence—including the Arapahoe High School shooting in 2013 and the STEM School Highlands Ranch shooting in 2019—Jodi shares vital insights into trauma, recovery, and the complex process of healing.

Drawing from her direct work with students, families, and communities affected by these tragedies, Jodi offers practical advice and compassionate guidance for parents, educators, and mental health professionals. This conversation aims to bring clarity and support to communities navigating the unthinkable, shedding light on what signs to look for, how to help youth process trauma, and ways to foster long-term resilience.

Medication: Rachel Sabolish, PNP. Find her here.

Therapy:

Resilience 1220. Find them here.

Melissa Shaw, LCSW. Find her here.

Jodi Top, LCSW. Find her here.

Tonya McFarland, PsyD. Find her here.

*These are all clinicians who have reported they have experience and availability to work with individuals who have experienced trauma. I cannot personally attest to their expertise. Please request a consult call before scheduling with any of them.

Articles from the American School Counseling Association. Find them here.

A Guide for Educators (National Center for School Safety). Find it here.

Parent Guidelines for Helping Youth After the Recent Shooting. Find it here.

Restoring a Sense of Safety in the Aftermath of a Shooting: Tips for Parents and Professionals. Find it here.

Navigating the trauma and fear caused by school shootings.. Find it here.

Preventing School Shootings. Find it here.

988 Colorado Crisis Hotline, 24/7

Books:

My Many Colored Days by Dr. Seuss

Brave Bart by Caroline H. Sheppard (A book to support traumatized and grieving children).

A Terrible Thing Happened by Margaret M. Holmes (A story for children who have witnessed violence or trauma).

Somatic Exercises For Nervous System Regulation: 35 Beginner – Intermediate Techniques To Reduce Anxiety & Tone Your Vagus Nerve In Under 10 Minutes A Day (Anxiety Relief) by Rose Kilian.