Unlocking Better Social Work: The Power of Trauma-Informed Care

Unlocking Better Social Work: The Power of Trauma-Informed Care, updated 4/20/25, 6:20 PM

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Discover how trauma-informed care revolutionizes social work by shifting focus from "what's wrong" to "what happened," incorporating safety, trust, and cultural sensitivity. Learn why understanding trauma's impacts is essential for effective modern practice across clinical, educational, and community settings. Newman University City: Wichita Address: 3100 McCormick Website: https://newmanu.edu/

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Enhancing Client Outcomes Through Trauma-
Informed Social Work
Trauma-informed care reframes the question to "What
happened to you?" and emphasizes core principles
such as safety, trustworthiness, collaboration, and
cultural sensitivity
Social workers trained in trauma-
informed approaches are well-
equipped to address complex
trauma in various settings
Recognizing trauma's neurological and psychological impacts helps social workers identify
trauma responses and develop appropriate interventions
The growing recognition of trauma's role in mental
health and other challenges highlights the need for
trauma competency in social work practice.
Newman University specializes in training social
workers in trauma-informed care
It transforms the understanding of clients from focusing on visible problems to exploring deeper stories
behind issues
Find Out More At www.NewmanU.edu/msw