Trauma-Informed Care
Trauma-Informed Care
Trauma-informed care is grounded in and directed by a thorough understanding of the neurological, biological, psychological, and social/relational effects of trauma. It takes into account knowledge about trauma — its impact, interpersonal dynamic, and paths to healing.
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CCIH Welcomes Deb Dana
CCIH is pleased to welcome Deb Dana June 28-29 for Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation: A Polyvagal Theory Guided Approach to Therapy...
Why I’m Passionate About Somatic Psychotherapy
Many years ago I attended a workshop for an upcoming training in Somatic Experiencing...
“Why Don’t You like CBT (Cognitive behavior therapy)?”
An innocent question - asked of me by a client in a recent session. “Because it is only cognitive and accessing other parts of experience are essential for healing” was my brief reply...
An Overview of the Comprehensive Resource Model
I was introduced to the Comprehensive Resource Model, or CRM, about 4 years ago, which was (and continues to be) developed by Lisa Schwarz...
Creating Safe, Affirming Spaces for People of All Sizes
There are few experiences as disheartening as going to a new place - a doctor’s office, a restaurant, a hair salon - and finding that it was not designed with my body in mind. (Don’t even get me started on airplanes)...
Trauma Outside the Box
These days we hear more and more about services and programs that call themselves "trauma-informed". I often find myself curious about what that actually means...
Trauma Outside the Box
Becoming "trauma-informed" is often just a way to advance one's career and feel good about oneself while pretty much doing nothing different.
Embodied Practices: A Day of Collaborative Reflection
Thank you! This was a resourcing, positive experience in a supportive and nurturing format. I am leaving with more energy and inspiration to make work the best for myself and clients...
Why Would I Choose a Trauma-Informed Therapist?
From the beginning of our psychological thinking there have been those who have thought about the impact of traumatic events...