A Trauma-Informed, Resilience Focused Approach

Starr Commonwealth’s theory of change is that when trauma-informed and resilience-focused adults work within trauma-informed and resilience-focused systems, the well-being and success of children will increase.

Our organization annually impacts over 1.5 million people globally and provides many services for children, families, communities, and professionals. From online certifications to professional training, our trauma-informed, resilience-based, culturally responsive programs are rooted in creating powerful and positive experiences for all to heal and thrive.

We’re eager to share our knowledge and practices, empower you and your organization, and make a lasting impact on individuals, families, and communities.

Online Certifications

Over 3,000 schools and agencies across North America and thousands of child-caring professionals worldwide have been trained and certified in our innovative approach to healing trauma and building resilience. Our online certifications for professional learning include:

• Online, self-paced courses accommodate schedules and professional goals
• Three certification path options with tailored learning experiences
• Practical tools and strategies to immediately put to use

To learn more about our professional learning trauma certifications, visit this link.

Professional Training & Coaching

Starr’s team of certified professionals is ready to bring specialized, trauma-informed, resilience-focused, and culturally responsive learning experiences to your school, agency, or organization’s staff and supporters. Located throughout the United States and Canada, our team will meet you where you need them most, providing consulting support and the training outlined below.

To learn more about our in-person/virtual training and coaching offerings, visit this link.

Testimonials

We had very few tools—suspension, code of conduct, send them out. We felt we were not meeting their needs and there was danger inside the school. It wasn’t until… we made a connection with Starr Commonwealth… [they] provide incredible training, consultation, and coaching. They were able to show us a new way. We realized it wasn’t about academics. There’s human beings sitting in our classrooms—heartbeats and belly buttons. We were failing to meet their needs. By bringing a trauma-informed practice into our schools… when we started treating them like humans first, we’re now sitting here with the high test scores since the MSTEP started, and the highest enrollment in 13 years. We’re finally doing the right thing for kids. – Terry Dangerfield, Superintendent, Lincoln Park Public Schools (MI)