The Alabama Department of Mental Health is set to launch a pilot program aimed at better training providers to address child trauma in the state. The initiative, which will initially focus on training ADMH leadership and other key personnel in Trauma Systems Therapy, is intended to improve outcomes for children who have experienced trauma and ultimately enhance their mental health and educational success.
Commissioner Kim Boswell emphasized the importance of understanding and addressing childhood trauma, noting its impact on behavior and overall well-being. The pilot project will also involve training infant and early childhood mental health consultants, school-based therapists, and public school mental health coordinators.
Despite not receiving the requested $1 million in state funding for the program, Boswell remains committed to moving forward with the initiative, citing its potential benefits for children in foster care and the child welfare system. She hopes to see a reduction in relinquishments, an increase in foster families, and overall improvements in child mental health as a result of the program.
Looking ahead, Boswell envisions expanding the initiative to train all providers who work with children in Trauma Systems Therapy. The pilot project is a key step towards achieving this goal and improving outcomes for children who have experienced trauma in Alabama.
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