Trauma-Informed Expressive Arts and Mindfulness: A Holistic Approach to Supporting System-Involved Youth and Families

Angela Luna, JD, LMFT

Training Description

Expressive arts and mindfulness practices significantly benefit emotional health and trauma recovery; however, without trauma-informed practices, they can inadvertently trigger distress in individuals with trauma histories. This training provides foundational understanding and hands-on experience in trauma-informed expressive arts and mindfulness, teaching participants practical tools specifically adapted for supporting system-involved youth (SIY), their families, and support staff. Participants will gain immediate, actionable skills to introduce expressive arts and mindfulness practices within trauma-informed environments safely. By attending this training, participants will be better equipped to promote trauma recovery and resilience in system-involved youth.

Learning Objectives

• Participants will be able to identify and describe at least 2 unique principles of trauma-informed expressive arts and mindfulness.

• Participants will be able to apply and practice at least 3 distinct trauma-informed expressive arts and mindfulness techniques.