Ep. 29: Preparing for the Unscripted with Ariellah Goldbloom

Ariellah Goldbloom, LSW, NREMT, CRSS, is a connector at heart, bringing together people, systems, and the small moments that determine whether someone feels seen and supported. A crisis response leader and speaker, she builds programs and teams that show up when it matters most. As Director, Ariellah leads a Crisis Response program serving Chicago’s South Side and a Linkage team supporting high utilizers across Cook County. She is known for bringing people together, noticing what systems miss, and creating movement where others stall. Her work challenges traditional approaches to crisis care by centering real-world decision making, relational practice, and workforce readiness. A fierce advocate for her teams, Ariellah blends honesty, humor, and practical insight to push systems toward more human, effective care. She leads with warmth, humor, and high expectations, holding both people and systems to a higher standard. Links : Thresholds: www.thresholds.org CrisisCon: www.crisiscon.org