Guy Stephens

Chitty Chats with Stacy

Guy Stephens

In this in-depth discussion, Stacy Nation interviews Guy Stephens, the founder of Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint. The conversation starts with Stacy introducing Guy and expressing her enthusiasm about the video series they are working on. Guy then gives a detailed insight into his journey, the hardships he faced when his neurodivergent son was physically restrained in school, and how it led him to found Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint. The conversation further unfolds with discussions around collaborative work with the Crisis Prevention Institute and the importance of trauma-informed care for children in an educational setting.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Presentation
02:04 The Journey of the Guest
02:35 The Impact of Restraint and Seclusion
03:36 The Birth of the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint
07:17 The Growth and Impact of the Alliance
08:38 The Importance of Collaboration and Understanding
10:17 The Emotional Journey of Advocacy
14:26 The Expansion of the Alliance's Work
20:18 The Importance of Non-Compliance Based Approaches
21:31 The Importance of Connection and Regulation in Education
21:58 The Journey of Self-Improvement and Learning
22:41 The Role of Emotional Regulation in Interactions
23:06 The Impact of Personal Growth on Parenting
24:26 Understanding the Effects of Dysregulation
27:36 The Power of Apology and Accountability
29:41 The Potential of Collaboration for Change
29:46 The Game-Changing Work with Crisis Prevention Institute
31:31 The Journey of Collaboration with CPI
34:08 The Vision for a Better Education System
39:46 Connecting with the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint