Episode Summary
Kicking off Season 5 of Mental Health Trailblazers, Dr. Audrey Strock brings powerful testimony to this season’s call to Nurse the Future.
An alumna of the Minority Fellowship Program at the American Nurses Association, Dr. Strock shares how lived adversity, cultural humility, and unwavering commitment to care led her to build a thriving psychiatric practice serving thousands across Colorado —from the heart of Denver to some of the state’s most remote mountain and rural communities.
Grounded in a trauma-informed and family-centered approach, her work makes one truth resoundingly clear: mental health is family health. This episode sets the tone for a season dedicated to strengthening care for youth, families, and the communities they call home.
Episode Notes
Why You Should Listen:
If you care about the mental health of young people, families, or underserved communities—or you're a nurse, student, or health professional wondering how to make real impact—this episode is your guide for purpose-driven practice.
Dr. Audrey Strock’s story is not just inspiring; it’s deeply instructive. She shows us what it looks like to turn lived adversity into advocacy, how to build a mental health practice rooted in empathy and excellence, and why culturally responsive, trauma-informed care is not a trend—it’s a necessity.
Listeners will walk away with:
- Hope: That meaningful change is possible—even in under-resourced settings.
- Insight: Into what’s broken in our systems, and what’s working on the ground.
- Fuel: To be bold, bring your full self to the table, and nurse the future.
Nurses can earn free CNE credits for listening—details coming at the end of the season!
Learn more about Dr. Audrey Strock at https://emfp.org/mfp-fellows/audrey-strock