Protecting Tender Voices: Building Safety Through Honest Conversations
Facilitated by Cherrell Reeves, under the supervision of Dr. Angela Scruggs.
Cherrell Reeves is a Hard of Hearing graduate student interning with Dr. Scruggs Counseling & The Deaf Wellspring Center. Inspired by her father’s work as a counselor and her own lived experience, she is passionate about making mental health care more accessible for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.
Dear Parents, Caregivers, Educators, and Faith Leaders,
Our Protecting Tender Voices: Building Safety Through Honest Conversations Lunch & Learn takes place every Wednesday this is the opportunity to learn, grow, and equip yourself doesn’t end there.
This empowering virtual workshop was designed to give adults the tools, language, and confidence to have the conversations children need most—about safety, boundaries, and protection.
Now, you can access the full replay on-demand, anytime, anywhere.
✨ Why This Matters
Silence leaves children vulnerable. Guided by the Tough Talk to Tender Hearts workbook and informed by the research of Siegel, Purvis, and Goodyear-Brown, this workshop create a safe, practical space to learn strategies that protect children and strengthen families.
This isn’t just about one conversation, it’s about sparking a lasting shift. Through the replay, you’ll learn how to:
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Build trust through open, shame-free communication.
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Use practical scripts and protective language for every age.
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Recognize red flags and respond with confidence.
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Equip children with the safety and strength they deserve.
🌿 Don’t miss your chance to experience the workshop that inspires parents, caregivers, and leaders nationwide.
🎥 Get lifetime replay access and additional resources today and join us as we continue protecting children, empowering families, and nurturing hope with tender hearts.
With care,
Dr. Scruggs Counseling & The Deaf Wellspring Center
Building Stronger Families, Nurturing Health
Our Protecting Tender Voices Workshop is designed to equip parents, caregivers, and communities with the tools to foster safety, trust, and resilience at home. Through honest conversations and practical strategies, we help families break the silence around difficult topics and create nurturing environments where children can thrive. This space isn’t just about learning, it’s about growing together, strengthening bonds, and protecting the hearts of the next generation.
Watch the Protecting Tender Voices Replay — Now Available On-Demand
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Need More Reasons to Join the Protecting Tender Voices Workshop?
Because every child deserves safety, trust, and open conversations.
Empowerment: Build the confidence and skills you need to start tough but tender conversations with children. You’ll walk away with practical tools to protect them from harm while strengthening trust and connection.
Education: Learn research-backed strategies from child development experts and trusted frameworks like Siegel, Purvis, and Goodyear-Brown. These evidence-based approaches provide clear guidance for age-appropriate, compassionate conversations.
Connection: Become part of a supportive network of parents, caregivers, educators, and faith leaders who share your commitment to raising safe, resilient children. Together, we create a culture of openness and prevention.
Inspiration: Be encouraged by real-life stories of families who moved from silence to strength. See how breaking barriers of fear and discomfort can transform the way we nurture and protect the next generation.
Support: Experience a safe, judgment-free learning space where your concerns are heard, your role as protector is affirmed, and your confidence as a caregiver is strengthened.
About
Dr. Angela Scruggs
Dr. Angela Scruggs is a licensed counselor, educator, and advocate with over 20 years of experience serving children, families, and the Deaf community. As supervisor of this workshop, she is committed to equipping parents and caregivers with practical, research-based tools that foster safety, resilience, and open communication with children.
