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.

Charity

Non Profit

Humanitarian

Health Care

National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)

Joanne Peterson

Patti Park

Micha Kirsch-Ito

Chandra Wiginton

Teresa Huizar

Irene Clements

The Mental Health and Advocacy team at the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) focuses on raising awareness and providing training on trauma-informed care. This team engages in public speaking and advocacy efforts to promote mental health awareness, offers Psychological First Aid training, and delivers specialized instruction in Skills For Professional Recovery. They also serve as subject matter experts to enhance suicide prevention strategies within the network, ensuring that all stakeholders are equipped to support children and families affected by trauma effectively.

Mental Health and Advocacy

Research and Coordination Team

Mental Health and Advocacy

About

Team members

Other teams at National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)

Research and Coordination Team