Our Trauma-Informed Care Tacklebox

Hotlines & Online Crisis Resources

Educational Articles

Free Video Resources

Storytelling Videos

Stories of hope, healing, and resilience

Shawn’s Story

Part 1

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Shawn’s Story

Part 2

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Lived Experience and the Road to Healing | A True Story

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Educational Videos

TraumaTALKs teasers and trauma-informed education

Healthcare Perspectives

Part 1

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Healthcare Perspectives

Part 2

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Healthcare Perspectives

Part 3

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Mindfulness Practices for Teachers

Part 1

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Mindfulness Practices for Teachers

Part 2

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Trauma Insights for Teachers

Part 1

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Trauma Insights for Teachers

Part 2

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Trauma and Developmental Disabilities

Part 1

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Trauma and Developmental Disabilities

Part 2

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Trauma Resources

ACE Screeners

Additional Resources

Our Trauma-Informed Care Tacklebox

Welcome to our Trauma-Informed Care Tacklebox, a growing collection of free, practical resources designed to support families and caregivers as they nurture safety, connection, and resilience in children. When you “open the tacklebox” you will find tools that make trauma-informed care approachable, meaningful, and easy to use at home.

Tips & Tricks for the Beginning of the School Year

Summer vacations are wrapping up and back-to-school preparations are underway. With the transition from summer break, parents and children can have heightened anxiety and stress, especially when starting a new school.

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Feet on Floor, Back on Chair

A simple but powerful grounding technique from Dr. Ann Friedman drawn from our TraumaTALKS training, “An Introspective Look at Trauma and the Need for Self-Care.”

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Local Walking Groups & Community Meetups

Local walking groups and community meetups encourage individuals and families to step outside, enjoy the season, and move their bodies in a supportive environment.

Walk with a Doc

City Walks Houston

Valentine's Day Coloring Page

A Valentine’s-themed coloring page designed as a family activity, inviting parents and caregivers to engage alongside children in conversations about the people who make them feel safe, supported, and loved.

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Rhythms of Reflection & Resilience

This curated Spotify playlist is designed to help you slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with your inner calm.

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Printable Affirmation Cards

This set of printable affirmation cards are designed to encourage moments of calm, courage, acceptance, and gratitude.

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A Nurturing Moment

A free guided meditation video led by Dr. Ann Friedman, created to help you slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with peace.

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Self-Guided Art Tour

Art has a powerful way of helping us process, reflect, and reconnect with ourselves and with our community. This downloadable self-tour guide helps you explore some of Houston’s most inspiring public art.

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Gratitude Journal

This downloadable gratitude journal contains thoughtful prompts to help you slow down, reflect, and recognize moments of light in your day.

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Coloring Page

Our downloadable coloring page is more than a moment of calm, it’s an opportunity to connect with the children in your life. As you color together, use this time to talk gently about emotions, resilience, and hope.

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