EP 137 - Trauma, Veterans, and Healing: How SHEEPDOG and Social Work Tell the Real Story

In this powerful episode of Social Work Talks, filmmaker and actor Steven Grayhm discusses his film SHEEPDOG , now streaming online. Grayhm directed, produced, and starred in the film, which explores the mental health challenges facing veterans and the importance of connection, care, and community. During the conversation recorded when the film was still in theaters, he highlights a staggering reality: nearly 5 million veterans in the United States have not accessed available VA care. Enter NASW Member Dr. Tara Consolino, DSW, LMSW, who heads Darkling Psychotherapeutic Services, PLLC, and served as a consultant on SHEEPDOG . The film's social worker character, played by Oscar‑nominated Virginia Madsen, is inspired by her real‑world work helping veterans heal. She and Grayhm share how much the film has touched so many people.

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EP 137 - Trauma, Veterans, and Healing: How SHEEPDOG and Social Work Tell the Real Story is an episode from NASW Social Work Talks by NASW.

This episode is 32:03 long.

This episode was published on Mar 2, 2026.

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