Todd McGowan

Todd McGowan

Administrator & Advocate

Todd McGowan, MSW, LISCW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Minnesota. He is an Adjunct Professor at the College of St, Scholastica in the Undergraduate program of Social Work and the Graduate program in Education. Todd works with a wide range of students and clients ranging from preschoolers to adults.  He is the Multi-Tiered Systems and Supports (MTSS) and Social, Emotional/Behavioral (SEB) Coordinator for the Duluth Public School System.  Todd has worked as a Special Education Social Worker, and at a district level, has developed systems that support student growth. He understands the developmental needs schools require, at a systems level, to foster growth and development of each student.

He is trained in Relational Cultural Theory and practice, which uses a variety of psychotherapy skills to address underlying relational issues related to connectedness and performance in school settings. He is trauma informed and understands life events can be a significant factor in school functioning.

Outcomes:

Groups became increasingly unified, exhibiting a shared commitment to healthy norms, and actively encouraged peers in help-seeking behaviors, fostering a supportive environment where every member feels valued and understood.
Social Network Health's interactive training fostered an even more dynamic relationship network. Within these groups, vulnerable members can draw strength from adaptive members, leading to more changes in who they identify as valued connections.
Schools have reported significant improvements in various metrics, including increased daily attendance, higher graduation rates, enhanced identification of Trusted Adults, greater willingness to seek help, and improved connectedness among students and staff. Additionally, school disciplinary issues have notably declined, reflecting the program's positive impact on the school climate and student well-being.

Network Enhancing Facilitation Strategies

Creating an environment for collaborative learning to develop protective strengths and networks through:

From Individual To Group Focus