Parental Involvement Within the Trauma-Informed School Counseling Culture

Abstract

Trauma-informed school counselors as leaders in the community can use a parental involvement model to support the academic, career, and social/
emotional needs of students (Rock, 2022). Studies indicate a consistent need for increased parental involvement in schools (Bower & Griffin, 2011; Epstein & Van Voorhis 2010; Wells, 2020). Following ethical standards for practice and leadership, school counselors can facilitate parental involvement that implements a trauma-informed foundation to help meet complex needs of students (ASCA, 2022). Further, applying a Post-Traumatic Growth (PTG) model can be integrated to empower both students and parents towards creating a positive outcome for future success (Tedeschi & Calhoun, 1996, Tedeschi & Calhoun 2004). Implications for incorporating trauma-informed models into a comprehensive school counseling program are discussed.