RESOURCES
At Illuminate Behavioral Consulting, we are committed to empowering families, professionals, and individuals with tools and knowledge to foster growth, healing, and understanding. Below, you'll find a curated list of resources, including books, podcasts, websites, and programs, all designed to address topics such as trauma, developmental disorders, and effective behavior interventions. These resources reflect a blend of evidence-based practices and real-world insights to support you in navigating challenges and building resilience. Whether you're a caregiver, educator, or clinician, we hope these materials inspire hope, provide guidance, and help you make a meaningful impact.
Books
The Whole-Brain Child" by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson
A practical guide to nurturing healthy brain development in children, promoting emotional regulation and resilience.
The Connected Child" by Karyn B. Purvis, David R. Cross, and Wendy Lyons Sunshine
A resource for adoptive and foster parents to build trust and attachment with children from hard places.
ACT Made Simple" by Russ Harris
An accessible introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, with practical exercises for therapists.
"What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing" by Bruce D. Perry and Oprah Winfrey
Explores how early life trauma shapes behavior and emphasizes the importance of understanding "what happened" instead of "what's wrong."
"The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk
A comprehensive look at how trauma impacts the brain and body, offering paths to recovery through various therapeutic approaches.
"The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity" by Nadine Burke Harris
Explores the science of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and provides a roadmap for healing and resilience.
Websites
Trauma and Resilience
Offers free resources, toolkits, and guides for understanding and addressing childhood trauma.
Provides expert information on mental health and parenting, with a focus on trauma and behavior challenges.
Focused on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and building community resilience.
Foster Care and Adoption
Neurosequential Model in Caregiving
Provides information on the Neurosequential Model in Caregiving (NMC), a developmentally informed approach to understanding and supporting children who have experienced trauma.
A comprehensive resource for foster care, adoption, and child welfare professionals.
Offers support and advocacy for adoptive and foster families.
Aimed at empowering foster youth, with resources for youth, families, and professionals.
Developmental Milestones and ABA
Provides developmental milestone checklists and resources to support early identification of delays.
Official source for ABA certification requirements and guidelines.
Parenting and Mental Health
Focused on early childhood development and supporting strong caregiver-child relationships.
Promotes evidence-based social and emotional learning (SEL) practices for educators and families.
Crisis and Support Services
Offers free support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
Resources for mental health and substance abuse treatment, including trauma-informed care guidelines.
Podcasts and Miscellaneous
Podcast
"Unlocking Us" by Brené Brown
Discussions on vulnerability, resilience, and connection, featuring experts and personal stories.
"Therapist Uncensored"
Explores attachment, relationships, and mental health with a mix of professional insights and real-world applications.
"Good Inside with Dr. Becky"
Offers actionable parenting advice focused on understanding children’s emotions and behaviors.
"Parenting After Trauma with Robyn Gobbel"
Tips and strategies for parenting children who have experienced trauma, focusing on connection and regulation.
"The Trauma Therapist Podcast"
Features interviews with leading trauma experts sharing insights and experiences in trauma-informed care.
Workshops and Online Tools
A developmentally informed, trauma-sensitive approach created by Dr. Bruce Perry to understand and address the effects of trauma on brain development.
Offers resources focused on early childhood developmental screening tools, such as ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2, designed to help parents and professionals track developmental milestones.