Category | Description |
Recognizing Trauma Responses | List any physical or emotional signs you notice in yourself or others when discussing or recalling traumatic events. |
Establishing Safety | Describe what a safe space looks like for you. What elements are necessary to feel secure? |
Emotional Regulation | Identify two techniques that help you stabilize your emotions during stressful times. |
Supporting Others | Think of a time when someone supported you during a tough period. What did they say or do that was helpful? |
Self-Care Practices | Write down three self-care activities that help you feel grounded and why they are effective. |
Advocacy and Empowerment | Reflect on how you can advocate for trauma-informed practices in your community or workplace. |
Building Trust | Consider what actions build trust in relationships. List some ways you can foster trust with others who have experienced trauma. |
Professional Development | If applicable, note any training or resources that could enhance your understanding and implementation of trauma-informed care. |
Perry, B. D. (2006). The Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics. Reclaiming Children and Youth, 15(3), 228-232.
Blaustein, M. E., & Kinniburgh, K. M. (2010). Treating Traumatic Stress in Children and Adolescents: How to Foster Resilience through Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency. New York: Guilford Press.
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