Trauma-Informed Approaches in Schools
A Guide for Senior Mental Health Leads
Jessica Parker author Gemma Fieldsend author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publishing:21st Sep '26
£22.99
This title is due to be published on 21st September, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
The ultimate guide to being an effective Senior Mental Health Lead
This essential guide gives Senior Mental Health Leads (SMHLs) the knowledge and strategies they need to create trauma-sensitive school environments, implement effective interventions and support student and staff mental wellbeing.
Lead the way in creating a trauma-sensitive school environment where students feel safe, supported and able to thrive.
This essential guide equips newly qualified Senior Mental Health Leads (SMHLs) with the knowledge and tools to get to grips with the broad remit of the role.
Covering responsibilities from safeguarding and policy development to collaboration with teachers, parents and professionals, this book outlines practical strategies for embedding a whole school approach to trauma-informed working. With reflective exercises, training needs assessments and action plans, this book will give you the confidence to devise and implement effective trauma-informed practices.
Alongside student-focused content, this book offers methods to reduce staff workload, prevent burnout when working with traumatized students and promote mental health and resilience.
Few people understand trauma-informed practice the way Gemma and Jessica do, and it shines through every page. This is about how we hold children and staff when things get hard.The case studies stayed with me, and the audits and action plans mean you can put this to use straight away. Essential reading. -- Pooky Knightsmith, PhD, CPsychol, MA (Oxon), Autistic Speaker, Author, Advisor and Assessor
An essential, compassionate guide for school leaders. This book expertly bridges the gap between trauma awareness and actionable, whole-school mental health strategies. It is a vital resource for fostering resilience and supporting both student and staff wellbeing -- Clare Erasmus, Designated Mental Health Lead Advisor and author of The Mental Health and Wellbeing Handbook for Schools
This is an excellent guide to trauma‑informed practice in schools. The authors' deep understanding of both the research and real‑world school contexts really shines through. Written with warmth and humour, and using analogies and case studies, it offers clarity and practical insight for schools. -- Dr Ali D’Amario, Educational Psychologist and author of The School Mental Health Response Handbook
ISBN: 9781839979422
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224 pages