Trauma-informed care, a critical component of supporting health and wellness in the CFRP framework, prioritizes creating a safe and supportive environment for children who have experienced trauma. The first step in this approach is developing a trusting relationship with the child, as trust is foundational to effective intervention and healing. The CFRP study guide emphasizes, "In trauma-informed care, practitioners must first establish a trusting relationship with the child to create a safe space for recovery and engagement." Setting limits and consequences (option A) or teaching parents de-escalation techniques (option D) may be subsequent steps but arenot the initial focus. Providing case management services (option C) supports access to resources but is secondary to building trust.
* CFRP Study Guide (Section on Supporting Health and Wellness): "The first step in trauma-informed care is developing a trusting relationship with the child, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for recovery." References:
Certified Child and Family Resiliency Practitioner (CFRP) Study Guide, Section on Supporting Health and Wellness, Trauma-Informed Care.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association (PRA) Guidelines on Trauma-Informed Practices.