Trauma-Informed Care for Churches
Psychology Professor from East Tennessee State University, Dr. Andrea Clements, speaks with Dr. Brett McCarty about trauma-informed care and how churches can become trauma-informed institutions.
Questions to Consider
How does early childhood adversity affect the human body? Why is this relevant for substance use issues?
How can understanding trauma-informed care help the church reduce stigma toward those struggling with addiction?
Why is traumaiinformed care particularly relevant to the church?
How does someone empathize with and connect with those struggling with addiction, particularly if they feel that they have no reference point for their experience?
Related Resources
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Action Guide: Trauma-Informed Care for Churches
Key takeaways on trauma-informed care for churches from Dr. Andrea Clements.
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Website: Uplift Appalachia
Dr. Clements is founder and president of a faith-based non-profit that provides wraparound care to people who use substances in eastern Tennessee.
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Website: Trauma-Informed Care Education & Training
ETSU and Ballad Health’s Strong BRAIN Institute offers a general training for individuals and organizations interested in learning more about ACEs (adverse childhood experiences)
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Video: "Call to Action: Why Are You Here?"
In this video, Dr. Andrea Clements and her son Tanner Clements share the story of Uplift Appalachia.
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Checklist: Trauma-Sensitive Lessons for Churches
A resource churches can use when preparing lessons, messages, or activities.