Presents three dramatized therapy sessions and hear from seasoned trauma therapists reflecting on their experiences working with clients of different racial and ethnic backgrounds.
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Considerations for Clinicians Working with Children and Families from Different Cultural Backgrounds
Shows the modern-day manifestations of the intersection of historical, intergenerational, and migration trauma and its compounding impact with present-day traumatic stressors on the parent-child relationship of an indigenous Guatemalan immigrant family.
Acknowledges that the experiences of Indigenous children have resulted in profound loss and complex trauma.
This resource has been retired. Please see our other resources for more up-to-date information on supporting children and families living with trauma and intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Presents, through dramatized therapy sessions, traumatized youth who are profoundly emotionally shut down or dissociative and how therapists can remain attuned to clients.
Features Alex Barker and Diane Lanni, the first family and young adult partners on the NCTSN Steering Committee.
Provides an overview of working with unaccompanied minors and the unique nature of the trauma they may have experienced.
Defines child traumatic stress. This fact sheet gives an overview of trauma, describes traumatic stress symptoms, and ways children may be impacted.
Reflects the NCTSN’s commitment to using clinical treatments for children and adults affected by trauma that are grounded in scientific evidence and aligned with the ethical standards of clinical practice.
Explores the complex relationship between bullying and trauma. Highlights how both targets and perpetrators can be affected by their environments and how these experiences shape emotional and behavioral responses.