Section 4: Making it happen – turning knowledge into action
Trauma-informed, relationship-based practice
In this section you will dive deeper into what trauma-informed, relationship-based practice is all about. Such practice combines an understanding of trauma with the importance of building strong, supportive relationships.
Building supportive relationships involves creating trust, understanding, and mutual respect. It requires active listening, empathy, and being there for others in both good times and bad. By offering encouragement, showing appreciation, and fostering open communication you help strengthen bonds and create a positive, supportive environment for one another to thrive in.
It’s important to remember that all children and young people need love, support, caring and trusted relationships to thrive, especially in times of adversity, and we can build these relationships through trauma-informed practice.
Learning outcomes
After completing this section, you should be able to:
Discuss the significance of valuing and respecting an individual’s lived experiences and perspectives in effective trauma-informed, relationship-based approaches.
Evaluate your own interactions and practices through a trauma-informed, relationship-based lens, identifying areas for improvement in building positive relationships and maintaining self-care for emotional well-being.
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