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Risking Connection™(RC) is a foundational trauma training curriculum and training program for professionals who work with trauma survivors. Rooted in relational and attachment theory, it provides a mechanism for individuals and organizations to implement trauma-informed care in their practice.
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The Restorative Approach® (RA) is a trauma-informed alternative to traditional "point and level" systems for child congregate care settings. Based on the principles of restorative justice, it translates what we know about trauma and how children heal into specific treatment strategies.
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Upcoming Events
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RC Trainer In-Person Consult Group -- March 6, 9:30-12
DATE: Mar 6TIME: 12:00 am
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Risking Connection 3-Day Basic Training -- March 14-16
DATE: Mar 14TIME: 12:00 am
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RC Trainer In-Person Consult Group -- May 8, 9:30-12
DATE: May 8TIME: 9:30 am
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RC Trainer In-Person Consult Group -- March 6, 9:30-12
TSI Materials
Helpful Links
Summary of a Trauma Informed Milieu
Download FilePresents the elements of a trauma informed treatment program in graphic format
Directions to Hartford Training Location
Download FileDirections to our new Hartford Training Location
The Role of the Clinician and Formulation
Download FileDescribes the role of the clinician in trauma informed care, with an emphasis on creating formulations that drive treatment. Examples of formulations are included, and ideas for using the formulation to direct responses to problem behaviors.
Children’s Voice Article
Download File“A Restorative Approach to Residential Treatment”, an article written by Patricia Wilcox, LCSW, and published in Children’s Voice, the magazine of the Child Welfare League of America, in May/June 2008.
