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Strength in Struggle: Empowering Homeless Kids Through Connection and Emotional Growth with Kimberley Montgomery and Tamsyn Morison

This interactive session teaches skills that foster emotional growth of children int he homeless community by building strong relationships and meaningful connections. Participants will engage in guided discussions and creative exercises that are designed to promote resilience, self-awareness, and hope. Attendees will gain tools that empower young children embrace their journey, build confidence, and envision a brighter future.

Kimberley Montgomery is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor with over 15 years of experience treating children, adolescents, and adults in the field of abuse and trauma. Kimberley has practiced evidence-based, trauma informed practices throughout her career. She is trained and certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI), Parent-Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT), Play Therapy and Problematic Sexual Behavior-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (PSB-CBT). Kimberley has served many traumatic populations, including children and families in the child protective system, survivors of childhood sexual abuse, survivors of domestic violence, and the homeless population. Kimberley currently serves as the Director of Mental Health at Vogel.

Tamsyn Morison is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Play Therapist. She is the Lead Mental Health Clinician at Vogel. Tamsyn works with children and adolescents utilizing play therapy, a developmentally appropriate approach. She ensures that each client feels safe and supported as they navigate their healing journey together. Her priority is to provide a comfortable and judgment-free environment where clients can freely express themselves and work towards boosting their self-esteem and confidence while navigating life traumas and stressors.