Upcoming Trainings

Embodied Stories

OUR Approach

The evidence-based model we use is called Trust-Based Relational Intervention®. This model integrates research-based practices across the fields of neuroscience, child psychology, and attachment literature. We pull together findings from experts such as Dan Siegel, MD, Marti Smith, occupational therapist, and Tina Payne Bryson, PhD, to create an integrated approach that meets families and organizations where they are at.

Training Format

We offer four (4) different trainings, each approximately six (6) hours in length. All trainings can count toward CEUs if desired.

Training Format:

    • What is trauma?

    • The hopefulness of neuroplasticity

    • The Adverse Childhood Experiences Study (ACES) and its implications

    • Overview of the three (3) TBRI Principles: Connecting, Empowering, and Correcting

    • Evidence-based strategies to provide trauma healing for children and teens

    • Owning our stories and triggers: Mindful awareness of what we as caregivers bring to the table

    • Engagement strategies to disarm fear-based behaviors and increase trust and connection

    • Practical strategies for teaching social and life stills

    • Building trauma-informed environments

    • Sensory preferences and regulation strategies

    • Body-based strategies to regulate bodies and emotions

    • Proactive strategies: teaching toward skills we expect children and teens to know

    • Responsive strategies: responding effectively to behaviors