https://simplecast.com Hosts Christopher Feltner and Kim Sanders discuss Ukeru's philosophy of Comfort vs. Control and how school/organizations are benefiting from this approach. Ukeru® (Japanese for “receive”) is the first crisis intervention training program to offer a physical alternative to restraint and seclusion. The method is used across North America, Brazil and New Zealand in entities ranging from public/private schools, hospitals, psychiatric residential treatment centers, foster care agencies, forensic units, and so much more. 2020 Ukeru Systems en Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:53:11 +0000 Fri, 31 Oct 2025 19:08:38 +0000 https://the-mindset.simplecast.com https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/8c78aee2-19c5-4dfd-baca-7c72a559cd4a/e4bd55a4-8e8b-474e-81de-58fc7b33391e/3000x3000/mindset-cover-2.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://the-mindset.simplecast.com episodic Hosts Christopher Feltner and Kim Sanders discuss Ukeru's philosophy of Comfort vs. Control and how school/organizations are benefiting from this approach. Ukeru® (Japanese for “receive”) is the first crisis intervention training program to offer a physical alternative to restraint and seclusion. The method is used across North America, Brazil and New Zealand in entities ranging from public/private schools, hospitals, psychiatric residential treatment centers, foster care agencies, forensic units, and so much more. Ukeru Systems false https://feeds.simplecast.com/RvvBtQ8W autism, behavioral health, grafton, restraint, seclusion, ukeru Ukeru Systems moises@scmarketingwv.com 3bd27ff2-4c97-4c1c-89e9-6b413ebe3eaa Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:53:11 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/the-mindset-episode-23-a-field-veterans-perspective-on-ukeru-implementation-and-growth-VUoZFX5u A Field Veteran's Perspective on Ukeru Implementation and Growth Ukeru Systems 00:36:08 In this episode, Christopher talks with another one of Grafton’s own! David Alley talks about his 39 years of experience working in our field, holding various roles from direct care to leadership during his decades of commitment to Grafton’s mission. They discussed differences between Community-Based and Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities (PRTF), as well as how Dave’s previous roles shaped his current leadership style. As the current Executive Director for Grafton’s newest PRTF in Cold Spring, Minnesota, Dave also reminisces about what it was like working at Grafton pre- and post- Ukeru implementation. They discussed the importance of organizational support and keeping Grafton’s mission as well as Ukeru philosophy at the core of every interaction. We hope you will join us for this important and inspiring conversation! In this episode, Christopher talks with another one of Grafton’s own! David Alley talks about his 39 years of experience working in our field, holding various roles from direct care to leadership during his decades of commitment to Grafton’s mission. They discussed differences between Community-Based and Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities (PRTF), as well as how Dave’s previous roles shaped his current leadership style. As the current Executive Director for Grafton’s newest PRTF in Cold Spring, Minnesota, Dave also reminisces about what it was like working at Grafton pre- and post- Ukeru implementation. They discussed the importance of organizational support and keeping Grafton’s mission as well as Ukeru philosophy at the core of every interaction. We hope you will join us for this important and inspiring conversation! false full 24 883f7bc0-89e8-44c3-92eb-4646d2f6f473 Fri, 30 May 2025 12:51:45 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/a-lot-has-happened-since-1949-Zbf22tPy A Lot Has Happened Since 1949! Ukeru Systems 00:45:21 For Mental Health Awareness Month, Christopher had the pleasure of talking with one of Grafton's Clinical Administrators, Stefanee Lambert (LCSW, M. Ed) to talk about a wide variety of areas in Mental and Behavioral Health. They discuss how things have changed since the genesis of Mental Health Awareness Month and the work still needed. For Mental Health Awareness Month, Christopher had the pleasure of talking with one of Grafton's Clinical Administrators, Stefanee Lambert (LCSW, M. Ed) to talk about a wide variety of areas in Mental and Behavioral Health. They discuss how things have changed since the genesis of Mental Health Awareness Month and the work still needed. false full 23 c9994eaf-b5f6-457a-981a-f71befab7db5 Fri, 9 May 2025 19:25:05 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/music-as-therapy-dBdFXD8E Music as Therapy Ukeru Systems 00:31:58 In this episode, Christopher talks with one of Grafton's music therapists, Milo Levine, about what Music Therapy is and how he has used it to help many children and adults, and even how it connects with Comfort vs Control. In this episode, Christopher talks with one of Grafton's music therapists, Milo Levine, about what Music Therapy is and how he has used it to help many children and adults, and even how it connects with Comfort vs Control. false full 22 7a2e2a9f-7a6d-4d29-b379-ed1982797b34 Fri, 21 Mar 2025 17:23:14 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/this-glass-is-always-half-full-BHifSkk1 This Glass Is Always Half Full Ukeru Systems 00:29:40 In this episode, Christopher speaks with Ukeru's Outreach Engineer, Angela Craig, about her path leading to Ukeru which took her through the Education and Early Intervention fields and how her experience along with a commitment to enacting change brought her to our team. In this episode, Christopher speaks with Ukeru's Outreach Engineer, Angela Craig, about her path leading to Ukeru which took her through the Education and Early Intervention fields and how her experience along with a commitment to enacting change brought her to our team. false full 21 3948ad80-ecf9-4510-a253-fde1b698a17f Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:38:31 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/a-beginners-guide-to-ukeru-o2lGlfDe A Beginner’s Guide to Ukeru Ukeru Systems 00:34:56 How are we to Episode 20 already? Recently, a customer asked Christopher which podcast episode he'd recommend to someone who wants to begin learning about Ukeru or (at the very least) a good starting point in terms of the podcast episodes. His talk with Alex Letto, a Behavior Specialist from Special Education District of Lake County (SEDOL), seemed like the perfect opportunity to talk about what leads an organization to consider Ukeru, the skepticism that comes with trying something different, training, implementation and ultimately the successful shift in work culture. How are we to Episode 20 already? Recently, a customer asked Christopher which podcast episode he'd recommend to someone who wants to begin learning about Ukeru or (at the very least) a good starting point in terms of the podcast episodes. His talk with Alex Letto, a Behavior Specialist from Special Education District of Lake County (SEDOL), seemed like the perfect opportunity to talk about what leads an organization to consider Ukeru, the skepticism that comes with trying something different, training, implementation and ultimately the successful shift in work culture. false full 20 1546c084-7ff5-48ef-853c-6540462260eb Wed, 27 Nov 2024 18:48:20 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/northern-perseverance-f0eO8YXU Northern Perseverance Ukeru Systems 00:38:18 In this episode, Christopher talks to Jen Sahr from Fargo Public Schools about implementing Ukeru through the height of a pandemic and sustaining positive change. In this episode, Christopher talks to Jen Sahr from Fargo Public Schools about implementing Ukeru through the height of a pandemic and sustaining positive change. false full 19 dd9e0e4c-f2d1-4cbd-8694-7019869f73a1 Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:54:13 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/the-view-from-both-sides-of-the-curtain-yOWMD_9M The View From Both Sides of the Curtain Ukeru Systems 00:44:42 In this episode Christopher talks with Ukeru Learning Engineer, Lana Ingram-Gore, about her experience as a staff using Ukeru with individuals, then switching over to traveling to train others in Ukeru. We also discuss mental health and her experience in starting the local support group, I Will Sit With You In The Dark. In this episode Christopher talks with Ukeru Learning Engineer, Lana Ingram-Gore, about her experience as a staff using Ukeru with individuals, then switching over to traveling to train others in Ukeru. We also discuss mental health and her experience in starting the local support group, I Will Sit With You In The Dark. false full 18 94b94546-32bf-4d0b-9c75-e1c6f0b4490e Fri, 2 Aug 2024 14:50:11 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/residential-treatment-the-stories-they-dont-make-documentaries-about-HQRmjvp8 Residential Treatment: The Stories They Don't Make Documentaries About Ukeru Systems 00:25:23 In this episode, Christopher talks with Marta Finnegan, LPC-MHSP, Program Director for Norris Academy located in Andersonville, TN. She shares their story of how using Comfort vs Control has changed their work culture and relationships between staff and individuals served. In essence, putting the "treatment" in residential treatment. In this episode, Christopher talks with Marta Finnegan, LPC-MHSP, Program Director for Norris Academy located in Andersonville, TN. She shares their story of how using Comfort vs Control has changed their work culture and relationships between staff and individuals served. In essence, putting the "treatment" in residential treatment. false full 17 bb3bdcce-5841-4276-94ad-36cf4b423ef3 Mon, 29 Apr 2024 01:45:50 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/infiltrate-the-system-Dop9P0gW Promoting Empowerment for All Ukeru Systems 00:56:41 In this episode, Christopher talks with Alexandra Elfers to learn one person's story of working to create change from the inside out. In this case, in the world of Applied Behavior Analysis. In this episode, Christopher talks with Alexandra Elfers to learn one person's story of working to create change from the inside out. In this case, in the world of Applied Behavior Analysis. false full 16 391c306f-4a4b-453a-9c7b-db82a93b9a21 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 18:34:42 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/reaping-what-you-sow-uwL6Q3Xm Reaping What You Sow Ukeru Systems 00:57:14 In this episode, we talk with two of our longest certified trainers at Bittersweet Farms to hear how they've successfully built and sustained a trauma-informed culture for the individuals they serve, and how it enriches their lives. In this episode, we talk with two of our longest certified trainers at Bittersweet Farms to hear how they've successfully built and sustained a trauma-informed culture for the individuals they serve, and how it enriches their lives. false full 15 00bc3c62-a431-47a1-8cd2-e008ff33acc6 Thu, 21 Dec 2023 14:33:03 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/taking-ukeru-and-trauma-informed-approaches-beyond-training-Dd8JIsgy Taking Ukeru and Trauma-Informed Approaches Beyond Training Ukeru Systems 00:46:14 In this Episode, Christopher Feltner and Kim Sanders talk with Christine Hathaway from Perspectives Corporation based in North Kingstown, RI; a program serving youth and adults with disabilities. In this conversation, they discuss their journey to provide better care for those they serve, as well as a better work culture for their staff. In this Episode, Christopher Feltner and Kim Sanders talk with Christine Hathaway from Perspectives Corporation based in North Kingstown, RI; a program serving youth and adults with disabilities. In this conversation, they discuss their journey to provide better care for those they serve, as well as a better work culture for their staff. false full 14 8f23da71-00e4-4ed8-9425-6a0ded0c0fb0 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 23:53:08 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/the-mindset-episode-13-am-i-making-things-better-or-worse-RZl6Gq80 Am I Making Things Better or Worse? Ukeru Systems 00:34:42 It has been awhile since this duo has been able to record together. While on the road, Ukeru President, Kim Sanders, and Training Architect, Christopher Feltner, had many rich discussions about different questions and topics they get asked frequently through training and consultation. They were eager to get to the studio and take a deep dive into some of these topics. We think our listeners will find this episode to be super informative and relatable. It has been awhile since this duo has been able to record together. While on the road, Ukeru President, Kim Sanders, and Training Architect, Christopher Feltner, had many rich discussions about different questions and topics they get asked frequently through training and consultation. They were eager to get to the studio and take a deep dive into some of these topics. We think our listeners will find this episode to be super informative and relatable. false full 13 94038a1f-95f7-4695-b215-2885241aed97 Fri, 20 Oct 2023 20:14:00 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/the-mindset-episode-12-culture-change-on-a-mountain-top-n8b52TsU Culture Change on a Mountain Top Ukeru Systems 00:37:09 In this episode, Christopher talked with Shaun Mohon from Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center based in the beautiful Prescott Valley, AZ. They talked about getting past their own skepticism, creating culture change, the pitfalls of relying on crisis intervention teams and more! In this episode, Christopher talked with Shaun Mohon from Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center based in the beautiful Prescott Valley, AZ. They talked about getting past their own skepticism, creating culture change, the pitfalls of relying on crisis intervention teams and more! false full 12 ac15ff1d-2c8e-43da-a322-98d838a3ff7e Fri, 29 Sep 2023 20:22:00 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/the-mindset-episode-11-doing-whats-right-even-when-its-difficult-IZNSnB_r Doing What's Right Even When It's Difficult Ukeru Systems 00:45:08 Reginald is the Principal of ReLife School in Puyallup, WA. He has become a huge advocate for Ukeru, after seeing tremendous results within their own programs. In this episode you will hear Reginald share his experience with Ukeru, the implementation process, the results they’ve seen and so much more. This episode will resonate with so many who are either looking for a change or are in the process of making a change. Hear it from Reginald first that change is possible! Reginald is the Principal of ReLife School in Puyallup, WA. He has become a huge advocate for Ukeru, after seeing tremendous results within their own programs. In this episode you will hear Reginald share his experience with Ukeru, the implementation process, the results they’ve seen and so much more. This episode will resonate with so many who are either looking for a change or are in the process of making a change. Hear it from Reginald first that change is possible! false full 11 a3048b9d-b139-44bd-951e-c96b3e945eb0 Thu, 27 Jul 2023 20:23:49 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/tell-me-you-believe-in-comfort-vs-control-without-telling-me-oIzzu2Bx Tell Me You Believe in Comfort vs. Control Without Telling Me Ukeru Systems 00:46:30 In this episode we talk to teacher, and Ukeru Champion, Chyna Lynner about her journey in special education, using social media platforms to promote kinder practices and how she went from skeptic to embodiment of Ukeru's philosophy. In this episode we talk to teacher, and Ukeru Champion, Chyna Lynner about her journey in special education, using social media platforms to promote kinder practices and how she went from skeptic to embodiment of Ukeru's philosophy. false full 10 be980007-a5bd-48e9-acd8-cf7d71ef51dc Tue, 18 Jul 2023 14:27:04 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/trauma-informed-treatment-qZ6Iz_Yk Trauma-Informed Treatment Ukeru Systems 00:40:20 This month our Training Architect, Christopher Feltner, sat down with Jon St. Pierre the Executive Director of Brighter Transitions Youth Treatment Center and Falls Academy in Sioux Falls, SD! In this episode, Christopher and Jon discuss trauma-informed care, how their mindset has changed since using Ukeru, the difference Ukeru has made within their programs, the challenges they faced during COVID and so much more! This month our Training Architect, Christopher Feltner, sat down with Jon St. Pierre the Executive Director of Brighter Transitions Youth Treatment Center and Falls Academy in Sioux Falls, SD! In this episode, Christopher and Jon discuss trauma-informed care, how their mindset has changed since using Ukeru, the difference Ukeru has made within their programs, the challenges they faced during COVID and so much more! false full 9 baeabcfa-f3d7-4533-bc9d-45947b2c5f4f Wed, 19 Apr 2023 11:40:10 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/catching-up-moving-forward-VREabkqU Catching Up, Moving Forward Ukeru Systems 00:41:36 For the first time since 2021, Kim Sanders and Christopher Feltner sat down for a conversation going over the history of Ukeru, discussing difficult mindsets they’ve encountered in their field and clearing up misconceptions around Comfort vs Control. For the first time since 2021, Kim Sanders and Christopher Feltner sat down for a conversation going over the history of Ukeru, discussing difficult mindsets they’ve encountered in their field and clearing up misconceptions around Comfort vs Control. false full 8 57f54b3f-6309-4999-9f2a-ea9ba2af0a49 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 02:19:54 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/embracing-change-TGFLrBPD Embracing Change Ukeru Systems 00:44:01 We had the opportunity to speak with Ed Nientimp and Mary Triana to talk about Millcreek Township School District's (MTSD) journey with Ukeru. From training to implementation, then (several years later) sustainability, MTSD continues to be a model for others utilizing our approach! We had the opportunity to speak with Ed Nientimp and Mary Triana to talk about Millcreek Township School District's (MTSD) journey with Ukeru. From training to implementation, then (several years later) sustainability, MTSD continues to be a model for others utilizing our approach! false full 7 cf0d2887-fb6f-4ea4-a0e1-c82f22e42270 Fri, 27 Jan 2023 19:00:00 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/hope-for-families-zi9z7lSS Hope for Families Ukeru Systems 00:32:55 Ukeru's Training Architect, Christopher Feltner, sat down to talk to Susan Anderson and Camberly Pifer from the Infant & Toddler Connection of Shenandoah Valley. They discussed what Early Intervention Services entail and how it can help infants and families, as well as how parents can find these resources in their locale. Ukeru's Training Architect, Christopher Feltner, sat down to talk to Susan Anderson and Camberly Pifer from the Infant & Toddler Connection of Shenandoah Valley. They discussed what Early Intervention Services entail and how it can help infants and families, as well as how parents can find these resources in their locale. restraint-free, the mindset, ukeru false full 6 79a60d09-733b-40d4-88db-50913bf8635b Fri, 21 May 2021 14:50:00 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/a-calling-to-help-others-_0MyPRU7 A Calling to Help Others Ukeru Systems 00:32:56 Training and Performance Architect Chris Feltner interviews Learning Engineer Allison Hoffmaster about her family’s history of working at Grafton, traveling with Ukeru, and how working in behavioral health has impacted her. Allison also talks about adopting her daughter, Lila, who has special needs. Training and Performance Architect Chris Feltner interviews Learning Engineer Allison Hoffmaster about her family’s history of working at Grafton, traveling with Ukeru, and how working in behavioral health has impacted her. Allison also talks about adopting her daughter, Lila, who has special needs. behavioral health, ukeru, autism, grafton false full 5 934054ed-74b8-4f87-85aa-a3e195baa717 Sat, 6 Mar 2021 03:21:29 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/understanding-power-dynamics-NGORK6HI Understanding Power Dynamics Ukeru Systems 00:56:04 Ukeru President Kim Sanders and Training and Performance Architect Christopher Feltner explore the subject of power dynamics in the behavioral health workplace. Practicing Ukeru not only means using comfort-versus-control with clients, but cultivating a healthy balance of power with our colleagues as well. Ukeru President Kim Sanders and Training and Performance Architect Christopher Feltner explore the subject of power dynamics in the behavioral health workplace. Practicing Ukeru not only means using comfort-versus-control with clients, but cultivating a healthy balance of power with our colleagues as well. behavioral health, ukeru, kim sanders, autism false full 4 d823292c-5f6e-471c-aba8-de618d93c17d Thu, 14 Jan 2021 00:23:36 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/the-reality-of-aggression-szGdsbNx The Reality of Aggression Ukeru Systems 00:44:36 Ukeru President Kim Sanders and Training and Performance Architect Christopher Feltner talk about the reality of aggression in behavioral health settings and the challenges it presents for direct care staff. Ukeru President Kim Sanders and Training and Performance Architect Christopher Feltner talk about the reality of aggression in behavioral health settings and the challenges it presents for direct care staff. health, behavioral health, autism false full 3 ab90c872-fc36-4b8d-bcfe-f7bfedd2e826 Wed, 24 Jun 2020 17:50:42 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/embracing-the-comfort-vs-control-philosophy-4d1Z9SkZ Embracing the Comfort vs. Control Philosophy Ukeru Systems 00:34:58 Ukeru President Kim Sanders and Training and Performance Architect Christopher Feltner explain why some trainees are opposed to the philosophy of comfort vs. control and why that instinct is misguided. Ukeru President Kim Sanders and Training and Performance Architect Christopher Feltner explain why some trainees are opposed to the philosophy of comfort vs. control and why that instinct is misguided. behaviorial health, ukeru, autism, discipline, education false full 2 8d543b57-6562-47f2-92b5-8002e40bbfe9 Wed, 24 Jun 2020 17:50:16 +0000 moises@scmarketingwv.com (Ukeru Systems) https://the-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/adapting-to-covid-19-_wi0C58K Adapting to Covid-19 Ukeru Systems 00:27:54 Ukeru President Kim Sanders and Training and Performance Architect Christopher Feltner discuss how their organization has adapted to the Covid-19 pandemic. Ukeru President Kim Sanders and Training and Performance Architect Christopher Feltner discuss how their organization has adapted to the Covid-19 pandemic. pandemic, covid, behavioral health, covid-19, autism false full 1