LINK-KID: Evidence-Based Treatments for Child Trauma We Refer For
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LINK-KID is our centralized referral system that connects youth (ages 0-22) with quality childhood trauma therapy. Our clinical coordinators match each child's individual needs with the appropriate evidence-based treatment (EBT) for child trauma. Research has shown that EBTs effectively address trauma-related symptoms and behaviors. We make referrals for these evidence-based treatments for child trauma: |
TF-CBT is an evidence-based treatment created for youth aged 3 to 21 who have experienced traumatic life events, such as:
- Domestic, school, or community violence
- Neglect
- Sexual or physical abuse
- Traumatic loss of a loved one
- Witnessing natural disasters, terrorism, or war
Children and caregivers learn new skills to process these traumatic events, control unwanted feelings, and enhance safety and communication. Read a detailed overview of TF-CBT or learn about TF-CBT training with Lifeline for Kids.
Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency is an intervention for children and youth aged 2 to 21 who have experienced complex trauma. The three domains of attachment, self-regulation, and competency are often affected during traumatic events. This therapy focuses on principles that help strengthen these areas and build resilient youth.
Read a detailed overview of ARC.
CPP is an intervention designed for young children aged 0 to 6 who have experienced traumatic life events. CPP focuses on the way these traumatic events have impacted the child and caregiver relationship and seeks to improve it. It also aims to restore the child’s sense of safety and overall functioning.
Read a detailed overview of CPP.
Parent Child Interaction Therapy has specific, step-by-step, live coached sessions with both the parent/caregiver and child aged 2 to 12.
Using a transmitter and receiver system, the clinician coaches the parent/caregiver in specific skills as they interact in specific play with the child. Usually, the therapist provides the coaching from behind a one-way mirror and the emphasis is on changing negative parent/caregiver child patterns.
Read a detailed overview of PCIT.
AF-CBT is appropriate for use with physically coercive/abusive parents and their children aged 5 to 17. AF-CBT addresses the child's behaviors that result from abuse and the parent-child relationship.
This model is designed for use with physically abused children and the caregiver (offending parent/caregiver or other) who is willing to participate in treatment. Read a detailed overview of AF-CBT.