Trauma-Informed Practices (TIP) are essential tools for ethical practice in medicine, psychology, social work, and education. In this session, learn about the core competencies of TIP, how to recognize and define primary and secondary trauma, and how to maintain clear boundaries and mental health while working with affected students. We will explore trauma-informed work from both professor and student perspectives, and develop resources and techniques to care for our own mental health and improve our students' well-being. We will also look at the intersection of TIP and legal obligations, including Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Bio: Dr. Quimby has been learning and teaching about Trauma-Informed Practices (TIP) since 2019, which became vital during the COVID lockdown. She won the CNS Tonic Award for Pandemic Teaching and was selected to write a chapter in the book, Lessons from the Pandemic: Trauma-Informed Approaches to College, Crisis, Change. Outside of teaching, Dr. Quimby provides training and consulting for public and private organizations on TIP best practices. Dr. Quimby has taught at UT Austin since 2017 and holds a PhD in Human Development, a Master's in Organizational Leadership and Ethics, and a Master's and Bachelor's in Music Performance. She lives in Austin with her husband, teenager, and two rescue dogs.