Crisis Resource Support for Childhood Trauma Interventions

Summative Assessment: Crisis Resource Support Packet Brittney N. Heatherly-Ingram CCMH 558: Crisis Intervention and Trauma Dr. Wendy Whinnery December 10, 2023

Table of Content Childhood Trauma Resources Web Resources- National and Local St. Louis Area ................................................................. pg.3 Literature-Based Resources on Childhood Trauma for Parents/Families .................................. pg.4 Support Groups in the St. Louis Area .................................................................................. pgs.5, 6 Trauma-Informed Coping Strategies ......................................................................................... pg.7 Accessibility Resources for Children with Disabilities ............................................................. pg.8 Culturally Appropriate Resources ............................................................................................. pg.9 Burnout Resources: Vicarious Trauma for Mental Health Professionals ................................ pg.10 Reflection, Summary, and Identifying .................................................................................... pg. 11 References ......................................................................................................................... pgs.12,13

Web Resources for Childhood Trauma 1) Trauma Response Program The Trauma Response Program at Washington University St. Louis strives for patients and families who have experienced traumatic events in the St. Louis area to have access to evidence- supported and clinically appropriate interventions and assessments. The Trauma Response Program excels at providing prevention and treatment associated with trauma (Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, 2023). https://childpsychiatry.wustl.edu/clinical-services/trauma-response-program/ 2) National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative (NCTSI) The National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative (NCTSI) is a national program that provides awareness of the impact of childhood trauma and behavioral health concerns affecting children and adolescents by providing access to learning and resource materials (SAMHSA, 2023). https://www.samhsa.gov/child-trauma 3) CAP4KIDS: The Children’s Advocacy Project of St. Louis The Children’s Advocacy of St. Louis provides a user-friendly website that provides connections to local social service agencies in the St. Louis region. It also provides various resources including parent handouts, laws, and definitions relevant to families, and examples of advocacy letters and templates (Children’s Advocacy Project of St. Louis, 2005).

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https://cap4kids.org/stlouis/?doing_wp_cron=1702335654.4854280948638916015625 Literature-Based Resources on Childhood Trauma for Parents/ Families 1) It Didn’t Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle by Mark Wolynn. This novel provides an in-depth discussion on generational trauma and how trauma can by passed down from family members of different generations. This novel enlightens readers to the fact that they can change and carve out their own paths rather than continuing the generational cycle (Mental Health Center Kids, 2023). 2) The Boy Who as Raised A Dog by Dr. Bruce D. Perry, and Maia Szalavitz. This novel is a collection of stories that detail the stories of healthy adults who have experienced childhood trauma. This novel serves as a source of inspiration for those who are or have experienced childhood trauma and promotes resiliency (Mental Health Center Kids, 2023). 3) A Practice Guide to Complex PTSD by Dr. Arielle Schwartz. This novel provides education on complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and teaches necessary skills to heal childhood trauma. Skills are derived from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and somatic psychology (Mental Health Center Kids, 2023).

Support Groups in St. Louis Area 1) The Preventing the Effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (PEACE) Clinical Program The PEACE Clinical Program provides therapeutic services to assist with strengthening caregiver-child bonds while providing a safe environment to aide in healing children from traumatic and stressful experiences. The PEACE Clinical Program uses individual and group counseling to target self-esteem and confidence in a variety of settings including in school and out in the community ( Mental Health of America of Eastern Missouri, 2023). ♦ Mental Health of America Eastern Missouri Location: 5501 Delmar Boulevard Suite A500, St. Louis, MO 63112 Phone: 314-773-1399 Fax: 314-773-5930 2) Compass Health Network Compass Health Network provides group counseling support for children and adults for mental health, behavioral health, substance use, and grief counseling. Compass Health Network also provides outpatient, school-based, or home-based support ( Compass Health Network, 2023).  Compass Health Network 111 Mexico Ct, St Peters, MO 63376 Phone:844-853-8937

3) Annie’s Hope Bereavement Center for Kids Annie’s Hope Center for Grieving Kids provides grief support services to children and families who have recently lost loved ones by encompassing an environment of compassion and gratitude ( Annie’s Hope: The Center for Grieving Kids, 2023).  Annie’s Hope Bereavement Center for Kids Location: 1333 W. Lockwood, Suite 104, St. Louis, MO 63112 Phone: 314-965-5015 Fax: 314-918-1438

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Trauma-Informed Coping Strategies  Mindfulness Toolbox The Mindfulness Toolbox is a collection of mindfulness coping strategies that can be used to focus a person’s mental awareness on the present moment. Mindfulness strategies can include the 5,4,3,2,1 grounding exercise, deep breathing, etc. The 5,4,3,2,1 grounding exercise requires the person to identify 5 things they can see, 4 things they can touch, three things then can hear, two things they can smell, and one thing they can taste. Deep breathing can be done in various counts. The most common is the 4-4-4 breathing . This means that the person breathes through their nose for 4 seconds, holds for 4 seconds, and releases the breath through the mouth for four seconds. This should be completed for at least two minutes or until the person feels calm.  Journaling Daily Journaling can be an effective way to express emotions and to communicate about past traumatic events if one struggles with verbally expressing these events and associated emotions to others.  Exercise Exercising for at least 30 minutes a day can assist with managing stress, anxiety, and depression which can all occur when having traumatic experiences. A person should select a few exercises that they enjoy that they can do daily. This can include walking, jogging, swimming, dancing, weightlifting, playing sports, etc.

Accessibility Resources for Children with Disabilities 1) St. Louis Arc The St. Louis Arc provides support services to children and adults diagnosed with developmental delays and disabilities. The St. Louis Arc provides services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech/language therapy, and developmental therapy (Washington University in St. Louis, 2023).  St. Louis Arc Location: 1177 N Warson Rd, St. Louis, MO 63132 Phone: 314-569-2211 2) St. Louis Office for Developmental Disabilities Resource Board The St. Louis Office for Developmental Disabilities Resource Board provides support including case management for individuals living with developmental disabilities in the St. Louis area (Washington University in St. Louis, 2023).  St. Louis Office for Developmental Disabilities Resource Board Location: 2121 Hampton Ave. St. Louis, MO 63139 Phone: 314-421-0090

Culturally Appropriate Resources 1) Kathy J. Weinman Center/Children’s Advocacy Center The Kathy J. Weinman Center/Children’s Advocacy Center provides a safe and confidential shelter for abused women and children that provides support through group therapy, parenting classes, and children’s therapy programs (Washington University in St. Louis, 2023). ♦ Kathy J. Weinman Center/ Children’s Advocacy Center Location: 7800 Weinman Wy, St. Louis, MO 63121 Phone: 314-516-6798; 314-423-1117 (Shelter) 2) The Covering House The Covering House provides both residential and outpatient support to children and families who have experienced sex trafficking in the St. Louis area ( Washington University in St. Louis, 2023). ♦ The Covering House Location: 1395 N Hwy Dr Suite 110, Fenton, MO 63099 314-962-3450

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Burnout Resources: Vicarious Trauma for Mental Health Professionals 1) Understanding and Addressing Vicarious Trauma This training provides in-depth discussion on warning signs of vicarious trauma and provides a guideline for crisis responders to address vicarious trauma (SAMHSA, 2023). To access, go to https://www.samhsa.gov/resource/dbhis/understanding-addressing-vicarious-trauma-reading- course. 2) Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) Employee Assistance Programs are programs provided to employees by their employers to support personal problems impacting their job performance. EAPs provide services such as individual and organizational assessments, consultation, employee education, referrals for treatment, and short-term counseling (SAMHSA, 2023). To access, go to https://www.samhsa.gov/workplace/employer-resources/provide-support to find out more.

Reflection of Specialized Population When reviewing potential ideas for creating a resource packet, trauma-informed crisis services felt like the right choice. In my previous job experiences, I have provided support services to children and families who have experienced severe and complex trauma. This has led to a passion in wanting to find ways to advocate and support for this specialized population for my future career. The first step is knowing what resources are currently available and then evaluating ways to improve these services to meet the needs and provide prevention for this specialized population. Summarization of Cultural Considerations When considering cultural implications for this crisis resource packet, considerations such as gender, age, and socioeconomic status were covered in this resource packet. Upon conducting research, there was limited information on religious/spiritual supports, and supports related to ethnic identities. This could be something to consider with wanting to improve services in the St. Louis Area. Ethical Obligations to Sharing Resources The American Counseling Association requires counselors to provide resources that do not impose the values or beliefs of the therapist onto the client (ACA, 2014). Counselors should ensure that resources consider the cultural identity of the client and maintain the integrity of their

cultural identity (ACA, 2014). Resources should not cause undue harm to the client and should encourage positive development and growth (ACA, 2014). References American Counselling Association (ACA) (2014). ACA code of ethics. Retrieved from: https://www.counseling.org/knowledge-center/ethics Annie’s Hope: The Center for Grieving Kids (2023). About us. Retrieved from: https://annieshope.org/about-us/ Children’s Advocacy Project of St. Louis (2005). CAP4Kids. Retrieved from: https://cap4kids.org/stlouis/?doing_wp_cron=1702335654.4854280948638916015625 Compass Health Network (2023). Counseling for children and adults. Retrieved from: https://compasshealthnetwork.org/counseling-for-children-and-adults/ Mental Health Center Kids (2023). 10 best books on childhood trauma in 2023. Retrieved from: https://mentalhealthcenterkids.com/blogs/articles/best-books-on-childhood-trauma Mental Health of America of Eastern Missouri (2023). PEACE clinical program. Retrieved from: https://www.mha-em.org/peace Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) (2023). Provide support. Retrieved from: https://www.samhsa.gov/workplace/employer-resources/provide-support

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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) (2023). National child traumatic stress initiative (NCTSI). Retrieved from: https://www.samhsa.gov/child- trauma Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) (2023). Understanding and addressing vicarious trauma (reading course). Retrieved from: https://www.samhsa.gov/resource/dbhis/understanding-addressing-vicarious-trauma- reading-course Washington University in St. Louis (2023). St. Louis area mental health services guide. Retrieved from: https://eedp.wustl.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Referral- Information-Parent-Child-with-adult-anxiety-additions.pdf Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis (2023). Trauma response program. Retrieved from: https://childpsychiatry.wustl.edu/clinical-services/trauma-response- program/

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