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This practical, step-by-step guide to embedding a trauma-informed approach in primary schools reframes 'difficult' behaviour and focuses on self-regulation strategies. Grounded in theory, it equips the reader with the tools needed to help children flourish. It is essential reading for teachers, head teachers, SENCOs, and support staff.
List of contents
Acknowledgements and thanks
Introduction
Part 1: The 'Why': What We Really Need to Know1. My Story
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3. Why Things Need to Change
4. Stress, Trauma and the Brain
5. Understanding Attachment in the Context of the Classroom
6. Re-defining Behaviour Management
Part 2 - The 'How': What You Can Do to Make a Difference7. The Therapeutic School Approach
8. The Therapeutic Teaching approach
9. The Therapeutic Teaching Steps
10. Creating a Connection and Regulation Policy
11. Therapeutic environments and Therapeutic Classrooms
Index
About the author
Shahana Knight is a childhood trauma and behaviour specialist, and the Founder and Managing Director of TPC Therapy, a mental health service which supports schools, care agencies, and national charities through whole organisation courses, therapeutic interventions, and bespoke wrap around support. Shahana's expertise is in helping people to embed trauma-informed, attachment-aware approaches in a practical, tangible way that make an evident significant difference to children's lives. She has a background in child therapy, psychology and education and grew up experiencing adversity and trauma herself. This lived multifaceted experience underpins her work. She is not afraid to question the norm and is dedicated to raising children's emotional intelligence, self-belief, and mental health.
Summary
This practical, step-by-step guide to embedding a trauma-informed approach in primary schools reframes ‘difficult’ behaviour and focuses on self-regulation strategies. Grounded in theory, it equips the reader with the tools needed to help children flourish. It is essential reading for teachers, head teachers, SENCOs, and support staff.
