Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-up (ABC) is an attachment-focused,evidence-based treatment for children aged 6 months-4 years.Implementation of the model with diverse populations is possible due tothe inherent culturally responsive approach within the model. Thistherapeutic modality is dyadic in nature and works to support the caregiverin attuning to their child and responding sensitively to their child’s needs in the moment. This session will provide an overview of the ABC Model as well as the research supporting ABC. Video clips of sessions with families will be shared to help demonstrate implementation of the model.

After attending this program, you will be able to:

1) Identify distinguishing characteristics of ABC as a trauma-informed, evidence-based model, including show can benefit, core components, and supporting research; and,

2) Show how ABC supports and strengthens the relationship between the child and caregiver, and supports healthy development of the child’s self-regulation and later success in school.