Trauma-Informed Neuro-Affirming Practices/Systems

Rick Bowman’s qualifications include the following:M.A. in Clinical Psychology• Certified Trauma & Resilience Practitioner – Clinical (CTRP-C®)Certified HeartMath® and “The Resilience Advantage” TrainerCertified Trainer in Collaborative Problem Solving®MGH (Think:Kids, Massachusetts General Hospital)K-12 licensed school administrator in the state of OregonFounder and Leader in the “Transforming Trauma – Raising Resilience: Connected Community” (www.bowmanconsultgroup.com/ttrrcc)Rick’s background includes leadership positions in the U.S. Military, business, mental health and education. He’s functioned as a clinical consultant for mental health clinics and human service agencies, and has also provided speaking/consultation internationally in Russia, Cuba & Jamaica. He’s held positions of Clinical Psychologist, Community College Professor, Assistant Principal, Alternative Education Coordinator, Student Services Director, and Assistant Executive Director of a non-profit organization providing educational services to students with severe emotional/behavioral challenges.Doris Bowman’s qualifications include the following:M.S., Education / Special EducationAdvanced Certified Trauma & Resilience Practitioner – Education® (ACTRP-E)Advanced Certified Trauma & Resilience Practitioner – Clinical (ACTRP-C®)Certified HeartMath® and “The Resilience Advantage” TrainerCertified “Stress & Well-Being Assessment” ProviderPCI Certified Parent Coach®Certified special educator & PreK - Age 21 school administrator in the state of OregonCertified Trainer in Collaborative Problem Solving®MGH (Think:Kids, Massachusetts General Hospital)Founder and Leader in the “Transforming Trauma – Raising Resilience: Connected Community” (www.bowmanconsultgroup.com/ttrrcc)Doris has co-authored "Going to Bed is Easy Now", and “Going to School is Easy Now”, the first two in a series of children’s books designed to support children with challenging behavior (www.easynowbooks.com). She has over 20 years’ experience working with and supporting children/youth with challenging behaviors and their families.