The TBRI® Podcast | Bonus Episode How can parents and caregivers best support children who are walking through a traumatic loss. In this episode, Dr. Jim Henry and Samantha Farris help us understand the importance of holding space for our children’s emotions, how adults can acknowledge their own feelings while helping kids process theirs, sharing… Read more »
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Meeting the Needs of Adoptive Siblings with Dr. Jana Hunsley
The TBRI® Podcast | Season 2, Episode 6 Today we’re welcoming Dr. Jana Hunsley to the podcast! Dr. Hunsley is a Research Scientist at the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development. She recently completed her PhD in the Developmental Research lab through the Department of Psychology at TCU. In her research, Jana has recognized… Read more »
TBRI® Animate: The IDEAL Response©
When a child from a hard place doesn’t feel safe, the result is often behaviors that appear willful, baffling, and infuriating to caregivers. How we respond is critical. Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®) has developed a guideline to help. Watch as we walk through the IDEAL Response© for dealing with behaviors and building connection between the child…
by Emmelie Pickett We’re thrilled to announce the release of a new resource for clinicians, Attachment Theory in Action: Building Connections Between Children and Parents.A New Resource for Clinicians: Attachment Theory in Action
TBRI® Life Values Free Printable!
TBRI Life Values are short scripts designed to guide children toward optimal behavior. What we love most about the TBRI Life Values is that they create a language of respect in families, groups, and classrooms. Remember that TBRI Life Values are most effective when they’re taught proactively during moments of calm when children are ready to…
by Emmelie Pickett Touch is one of the most important vehicles for building a relationship with a child. Healthy touch can show affection, give comfort, and assurance. Loving touch not only feels good, but also produces serotonin in the brain, the body’s natural antidepressant. Intentional affectionate touch, like hugs and pats on the back,… Read more »25 Creative Ways to Give Healthy Touch