Trauma-Informed Care (TIC)

Trauma-informed care (TIC) is an holistic approach to healthcare, education, and other human services that recognizes and responds to the effects of trauma. This includes aiming to create safe and supportive environment where individuals who have experienced trauma can heal and thrive.?

*Principles of TIC...

~Safety: Ensuring physical and emotional safety for individuals.?

~Trustworthiness: Building trust through transparency, respect, and collaboration.?

~Choice: Empowering individuals to make their own decisions and have a voice.?

~Collaboration: Working with individuals, families, and communities to provide support.?

~Empowerment: Helping individuals develop coping mechanisms and regain control over their lives.?

*Key components of TIC...

~Screening and Assessment: Identifying individuals who may have experienced trauma.?

~Education and Training: Providing individuals with knowledge and skills to understand and respond to trauma.?

~Trauma-Sensitive Practices: Avoiding re-traumatization and providing culturally-competent care.?

~Collaboration with Community Partners: Working with organizations that support survivors of trauma.?

~Recovery-Oriented Care: Focusing on strengths and resilience, and supporting individuals in their journey to healing.?

*Benefits of TIC...

• Improved mental health and well-being.
• Reduced risk of re-traumatization.
• Increased sense of safety and trust.
• Enhanced coping skills.
• Improved access to support and resources.?

With implementing the principles and practices of trauma-informed care (TIC), organizations can create safer and more supportive spaces for individuals who have experienced trauma.?

"Healing is a collective journey. It takes a village to create a community that supports our best selves and helps us heal."-Shawna Murray Browne

?????? Tiffany E. Gillis MA, B.S.