readings & Support
Trauma-Informed Approach and Interventions- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Association
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)- find a certified therapist near you
Trauma-Informed Practices- Child Welfare. Children's Bureau. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Administration for Children and Families.
Trauma Informed Expressive Arts- Psychology Today
Trauma Informed Behavioral Health Care- The National Council for Behavioral Health
Creating Trauma-Informed Systems- The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
According to SAMHSA’s (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Association) concept of a trauma-informed approach, “A program, organization, or system that is trauma-informed:
SAMHSA’s Six Key Principles of a Trauma-Informed Approach
A trauma-informed approach reflects adherence to six key principles rather than a prescribed set of practices or procedures. These principles may be generalizable across multiple types of settings, although terminology and application may be setting- or sector-specific:
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
"This issue brief explores research and practice on trauma focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), which is an evidence-based treatment approach shown to help children, adolescents, and their caregivers overcome trauma-related difficulties. It is designed to reduce negative emotional and behavioral responses following child sexual abuse, domestic violence, traumatic loss, and other traumatic events. The treatment—based on learning and cognitive theories—addresses distorted beliefs and attributions related to the abuse and provides a supportive environment in which children are encouraged to talk about their traumatic experience. TF-CBT also helps parents who were not abusive to cope effectively with their own emotional distress and develop skills that support their children."
- Child Welfare Information Gateway, 2012, "Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children Affected by Sexual Abuse or Trauma"