National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)
Chandra Wiginton, LPC-A, NCC is a Program Director at PermiaCare, skilled in crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and community management. With a background in clinical mental health counseling and psychology, Chandra has experience in managing programs, providing psychological first aid, and facilitating professional training in various organizations. Chandra has also worked as a Crisis Program Coordinator and Hotline Manager, demonstrating expertise in mental well-being and crisis intervention. A dedicated professional with a passion for helping others and promoting resilience.
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National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) was created by Congress in 2000 as part of the Children’s Health Act to raise the standard of care and increase access to services for children and families who experience or witness traumatic events. This unique network of frontline providers, family members, researchers, and national partners is committed to changing the course of children’s lives by improving their care and moving scientific gains quickly into practice across the U.S. The NCTSN is administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and coordinated by the UCLA-Duke University National Center for Child Traumatic Stress (NCCTS), which guides NCTSN collaborative efforts. The NCTSN has grown from 17 funded centers in 2001 to 82 currently funded centers and over 130 affiliate (formerly funded) centers and individuals, working in hospitals, universities, and community based programs in 45 states and the District of Columbia.