This presentation will examine the importance of utilizing a trauma-informed lens in any type of family therapy with young children. We will examine what this means, and look at how a trauma-informed lens is important in both trauma-focused as well as general family therapy with young children. We will visit several methods to assess and address trauma, even when it is not a referral concern. We will explore several trauma-specific EBT's for young children and how to incorporate them into your practice. Finally, we will discuss barriers to caregiver-engagement in trauma-focused treatment and care and strategies to resolve these concerns.

As a result of attending this session, you will leave able to:

1) Review the why and how of approaching family therapy with a trauma-informed lens and explore trauma-focused treatments for young children and how to incorporate these into practices, and;

2) Discuss barriers to caregiver engagement in trauma-focused treatment and care.