Trauma Resource Institute

Ready to take your trauma-informed practice to the next level? ??Sign up for our next in-person TRM Level 1 Training, April 25th-27th. ?? https://lnkd.in/g5_Smcbq ??3-Day Training: Combination of lecture, discussion and small group practice. ??18 ceus are included ??On-going support & community This course designed to teach skills to clinicians working with children and adults with traumatic stress reactions. TRM? explores the biology of fear and threat and the automatic, natural defensive responses that occur when faced with a life-threatening and/or dangerous situation. Most importantly, this model explores the concept of resiliency and how to restore balance to the body and the mind after traumatic experiences. When the focus is on normal biological responses to extraordinary events, there is a paradigm shift to symptoms being described as biological rather than as pathological or as mental weakness. As traumatic stress symptoms are normalized, feelings of shame and self-blame are reduced or eliminated. Symptoms are viewed as the body’s attempt to re-establish balance to the nervous system. ??By the end of this training, you’ll be equipped to: ??Describe three or more key concepts of the Trauma Resiliency Model? ??Describe three or more ways traumatic experiences affect the mind and body based on current scientific research. ??Describe the parasympathetic and sympathetic arms of the autonomic nervous system including the impact on traumatic stress symptoms. ??Describe TRM?’s definition of trauma. ??Describe and utilize the nine skills of TRM?. ??Describe the six skills of the Community Resiliency Model?. ??Identify two or more ethical considerations with regard to implementing TRM?. ... and more! #TRMTraining #TraumaInformed #Resilience #HealingJourney #TRM #resiliency #traumahealing #healingtrauma #traumarecovery #selfhealers #nervoussystem #nervoussystemregulation #traumaresiliencymodel

???????? ??????! skills are useful in returning the #nervoussystem to ?????????????? when distressed.? ?? These 10 strategies will help your nervous system reset when it is out of balance or #dysregulated ,? These simple actions you are at home, work, out doing errands, or with friends or family. ?? Which strategies will you use when you’re bumped out of your zone? ?? Practice these skills with our FREE *iChill App* available in English, Arabic, Spanish, Hebrew, and Ukranian for iOS and Android. App Store: https://apple.co/4djl1ip Google Play: https://bit.ly/3SoeESJ ?? You can also visit https://ichillapp.com to use the skills from your computer or phone. These skills are always accessible in your pocket when you need them. #HelpNow #wellnesswednesday #WellnessSkills #MentalHealthMatters #Community #Resilience #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #CommunityResiliencyModel #CRM #Trauma #Healing #Wellness #traumahealing #wellbeing #wellbeingtips #emotionalregulation #regulation #selfregulation #selfregulationskills #selfregulationtools #selfregulationforkids #selfregulate #seelearning #nervoussystemregulation #nervoussystemhealing #nervoussystemhealth

??We Invite You To Join Us This Thursday for our FREE online ???????????? ?????? ?????????????? ??????????????????. ?? February 27th @ 12:00pm PT Register: https://lnkd.in/gcAgv8Tr Each gathering focuses on practical strategies to manage stress, cope with loss, and navigate the emotional aftermath of a disaster. ?????? ?????? ?????? ??????????—we’re here to help you heal, rebuild, and thrive. ???????? ???? ???????????? ? A judgment-free environment where every voice is valued ? Simple, practical tools to help calm the nervous system and build inner strength ? Opportunities to connect with others who respect and/or understand your experiences ? Resources for ongoing support and recovery Whether seeking emotional relief or community connection, the TRI United for Healing Gatherings provide a compassionate and empowering space to support your journey. Led by Elaine Miller-Karas, LCSW, and Dr. Michael Sapp, these 1-hour meetings are supportive and welcoming spaces designed to help community members who have experienced the devastating impact of wildfires in Southern California. Each gathering focuses on practical strategies to manage stress, cope with loss, and navigate the emotional aftermath of a disaster. Our goal is to empower and equip people with easy-to-learn skills rooted in biology to help manage one’s stress response, restore well-being, and help others in their community do the same. These gatherings bring together... ? local residents ? first responders ? community health workers ? anyone impacted by the fires ...led by trauma-informed and resiliency-informed facilitators to foster healing and hope. ?? Please share this with anyone you know that might benefit from this gathering. #mentalhealth #emotionalhealth #survivorsguilt #mentalhealthsupport #resilience #resiliency #socalfires #southerncalifornia #ptsd #disasterresponse #communityresiliencymodel

In a time of deep division, uncertainty, and crisis, "Finding Light in the Darkness" will explore how we can maintain our well-being, integrity, and hope. Hosted by Elaine Miller-Karas?, an internationally recognized trauma expert and resiliency advocate, she will illuminate practical strategies for navigating today’s complex social and political landscape. Join us today @ 1pm PT as Elaine uncovers pathways to healing, unity, and action—because light can be found even in the darkest times. ??https://lnkd.in/gjtPrcHR Elaine hopes this episode will provide a beacon of light—insights on staying grounded, fostering compassion, and building resilience in the face of adversity. Elaine is dedicated to empowering listeners to cultivate inner strength and create ripples of change for themselves, their families and their communities. VoiceAmerica

In a time of deep division, uncertainty, and crisis, "Finding Light in the Darkness" will explore how we can maintain our well-being, integrity, and hope. Hosted by Elaine Miller-Karas?, an internationally recognized trauma expert and resiliency advocate, she will illuminate practical strategies for navigating today’s complex social and political landscape. Join us Monday @ 1pm PT as Elaine uncovers pathways to healing, unity, and action—because light can be found even in the darkest times. ??https://lnkd.in/gjtPrcHR Elaine hopes this episode will provide a beacon of light—insights on staying grounded, fostering compassion, and building resilience in the face of adversity. Elaine is dedicated to empowering listeners to cultivate inner strength and create ripples of change for themselves, their families and their communities. VoiceAmerica

Dr. Ilene Naomi Rusk focuses mainly on helping her patients build #stress resilience, and she focuses on numerous lifestyle pillars of brain health. These lifestyle pillars, like sleep, diet, and movement, and how we engage with them, can directly affect how we think and feel. Learning to tend to our #nervoussystem, healing #traumas, and building emotional and behavioral regulation can help expand our capacity to deal with challenges. ??Tune in today: https://bit.ly/RW2-17-25 Feeling greater emotional #resilience can help us connect with experiences of greater freedom and joy and improve the health of our relationships regardless of our circumstances. Elaine Miller-Karas?VoiceAmerica?Dr Ilene Naomi Rusk

??We Invite You To Join Us This Thursday for our FREE online ???????????? ?????? ?????????????? ??????????????????. ?? February 13th @ 12:00pm PT Register: https://lnkd.in/gcAgv8Tr Each gathering focuses on practical strategies to manage stress, cope with loss, and navigate the emotional aftermath of a disaster. ?????? ?????? ?????? ??????????—we’re here to help you heal, rebuild, and thrive. ???????? ???? ???????????? ? A judgment-free environment where every voice is valued ? Simple, practical tools to help calm the nervous system and build inner strength ? Opportunities to connect with others who respect and/or understand your experiences ? Resources for ongoing support and recovery Whether seeking emotional relief or community connection, the TRI United for Healing Gatherings provide a compassionate and empowering space to support your journey. Led by Elaine Miller-Karas, LCSW, and Dr. Michael Sapp, these 1-hour meetings are supportive and welcoming spaces designed to help community members who have experienced the devastating impact of wildfires in Southern California. Each gathering focuses on practical strategies to manage stress, cope with loss, and navigate the emotional aftermath of a disaster. Our goal is to empower and equip people with easy-to-learn skills rooted in biology to help manage one’s stress response, restore well-being, and help others in their community do the same. These gatherings bring together... ? local residents ? first responders ? community health workers ? anyone impacted by the fires ...led by trauma-informed and resiliency-informed facilitators to foster healing and hope. ?? Please share this with anyone you know that might benefit from this gathering. #mentalhealth #emotionalhealth #survivorsguilt #mentalhealthsupport #resilience #resiliency #socalfires #southerncalifornia #ptsd #disasterresponse #communityresiliencymodel

Do you want to help others increase their well-being and #resiliency -- in the workplace, your community, and at home? You can do exactly that when you become certified as a CRM Teacher -- while earning 30 CEUs! ??Our upcoming CRM Teacher Training starts March 12th, 2025 @ 9:00am PT. Learn more and register?? https://bit.ly/3Q46eyh #mentalhealthsupport #wellness #teacher #professionaldevelopment #lifecoach #teachertraining #certification #resiliency #continuingeducation #publichealth #education

With the recent firestorms on Maui and Southern California, learning how to support children and adults is essential. ??Tune in Monday for this timely encore episode: https://bit.ly/RW2-10-25 Erin Kennedy and Scott Dinits are deeply embedded in the communities affected by the wildfires in Northern California. They were direct responders after the 2018 Campfire that devastated Butte County Communities and the town of Paradise, California. ? As Boys and Girls Club employees, they share what is essential to help children and adults heal. Both Erin and Scott are trained in the Community Resiliency Model and will share how this model and other interventions helped their community as part of their care of their community. They address what was not helpful in the recovering process even though it was extended with good intentions. They discuss the challenges, the hope, and healing as they continue to journey through the aftermath of this tragedy and destruction. ? ? This dialogue can provide further information and support for those responding to disasters. *This broadcast was first aired after the firestorm on Maui. #palisadesfire #eatonfire #southerncalifornia #wildfires #calfire #americanredcross #communityresiliencymodel #disasterrelief #disasterrecovery #healing #healingtrauma #publichealth #resilience #resiliency

If you or someone you know is experiencing survivor's guilt or other strong emotions after a disaster, it's essential to recognize that these feelings are a natural response to an extraordinary event. Here are some steps that may help: 1. Acknowledge Your Feelings. Allow yourself to feel the emotions without judgment. Writing in a journal or sharing with a trusted friend or counselor can be helpful. Embrace and notice your tears. 2. Seek Professional Support. Therapists trained in trauma and resilience can help survivors process their experiences. 3. Engage in Community Support. Being part of a supportive community fosters connection and collective healing. As the rebuilding process begins, it can also give meaning and purpose to one's life. 4. Practice Self-Care. Activities that promote physical and emotional health, such as regular exercise, mindfulness practices, or spending time in nature, can help regulate stress and enhance resilience. A simple walk with a friend can renew one's energy. 5. Focus on the Present. While it's natural to reflect on the past, grounding techniques—such as noticing sights, sounds, and sensations around you—can anchor you to the present moment and reduce distressing thoughts. Mindfulness practices like the Community Resiliency Model (CRM) provide practical tools for managing distress and reconnecting with a sense of well-being. 6. Participate in Faith Communities. Many faith communities continue their ministries even though their church, synagogue, or temple may have been destroyed. 7. Engage in and Notice Acts of Generosity. This engagement activates brain circuits that support well-being, whether witnessed, received, or given. Human beings can cultivate skills that directly influence the strength of the generosity circuit, so try to participate in acts of generosity. ?? Read the full article by Elaine Miller-Karas on Psychology Today? : https://bit.ly/3E6FHxw