From Burnout to Breakthrough: Rethinking Mental Health in Education with Brandy Samuell – Episode 378

Every educator is a first responder to student behavior, let’s make sure they’re equipped to respond with confidence. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Brandy Samuell, a seasoned educator with over 30 years of experience spanning the classroom, district leadership, and crisis response. From teacher to assistant superintendent, Brandy has dedicated her career to supporting the emotional and behavioral needs of students. Now serving as Director of Mental Health and Related Services at eLuma, Brandy helps schools implement proactive mental health strategies and crisis intervention systems. With a background in Business Administration and School Counseling, as well as advanced work in Educational Diagnostics and Leadership, she brings both breadth and depth to the conversation. She is also certified in Critical Incident Stress Management. Together, Graham and Brandy discuss the evolving role of mental health in education, the essential need for staff wellness, and how we can build school cultures that support both students and the adults who serve them.   For more information about eLuma, please visit: https://eluma.com For more information about free webinars for educators and clinicians, please visit: https://eluma.com/resources/webinars/ Read the eLuma’s Blog at: https://eluma.com/blog/ Connect with eLuma on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elumatherapy/ Connect with eLuma on Instagram on: https://www.instagram.com/elumatherapy/