Trauma Informed Counseling & Consulting

01/06/2026

With the busy and crazy holiday season behind us, I can now OFFICIALLY appreciate the fact that MY BOOK IS PUBLISHED!!!! 📖✏️🥳

"Responsible Care in a Post-Roe World", published by Bloomsbury, is a product of lots of work and passion from my co-author Ami Crowley and contributing authors Mehj Khan Aubol, Mandy McGuire-Schwartz, Elee Kelly, and Alexander Luckanish. It originated from a presentation I gave on this subject at the American Psychological Association annual conference in Washington, DC in 2023, at which I was approached by a literary agent about turning my little presentation into a full textbook. Having just had a baby and started my private practice, I was high on stress and low on sleep, but of course I couldn't say no! I reached out to my advisor/mentor from graduate school to see if she wanted to co-write it with me, and thankfully she said yes!! I couldn't have done it without her and the absolutely amazing contributing authors who saw the vision and need for this book.

YOU CAN BUY THE BOOK NOW!!! Directly from Bloomsbury here - https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/responsible-care-in-a-postroe-world-9781538194324/? or from Amazon or other retailers. I'll even autograph it for you if you want ;)

12/02/2025

I am SO grateful that I was able to share my expertise on "trauma bonding" for this article in U.S. News and World Report . Thank you to journalist Cheyenne Buckingham for soliciting my input!

Trauma bonding isn’t always what people think it is. Here, experts explain the key signs to look for if you suspect you or someone you love may be in a toxic or abusive relationship.

09/25/2025

TOMORROW!

Have you registered for our upcoming Continuing Education Course? Join us on Sept 26th for "Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) and Youth, What's Beneath the Surface and How to Help," led by Dr. Jennifer Toof, PhD, LPC, Certified Trauma Therapist.

In this training, we'll explore:
✨ The functions of NSSI and how it differs from suicidal behaviors
✨ Common misconceptions and risk factors
✨ Trauma-informed, evidence-based strategies for assessment and care
✨ How to recognize co-occurring mental health conditions
✨ Practical tools to create safe spaces, build trust, and help youth find healthier ways to cope

📚 This online continuing education course is an opportunity to deepen your understanding and gain actionable strategies to better support youth AND receive two CE credits upon completion.

👉 Learn more and register today: tinyurl.com/NSSItraining

12/21/2024

Thank you to Bored Panda reporters for reaching out to me to get my expert insight for this article about how children can be affected when they take over parental responsibilities.

Mom having another child was the last straw for this teenager, which pushed him to provide her with a reality check.

11/21/2024

So excited to be presenting on Global Su***de Prevention with my friend and peer Jamie Raddatz at this year's National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) Global Virtual Conference. And thank you to the Board for featuring me in this article about the conference.

11/13/2024

One of the kiddos I counsel LOVES bearded dragons. I told them I'd bring one in to session if they met their behavior goals at home. They CRUSHED their goals, so guess who's coming to work with me today??? 🙌💯

10/30/2024

I GOT ANIMATED!!! Thank you Hagir Network and K Mission TV for animating me for my video on "Resilience in Kids" for your YouTube channel!

In this video, Dr. Jennifer Toof, a licensed professional counselor and trauma therapist, discusses resilience and fostering resilience in kids.In T ...

10/24/2024

Thank you to the National Board for Certified Counselors for interviewing me on safety planning with clients who are experiencing domestic violence for this month's official newsletter! If you are experiencing this kind of abuse, help is out there.

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09/30/2024

What's your reason? Start today.

09/05/2024

Want to learn some tips on raising resilient kids? Read my interview with Authority Magazine. Thank you Dr. Kate Lund for allowing me to share my knowledge with readers!

An Interview With Dr. Kate Lund

09/04/2024

Thank you Hagir Elsheikh and Hagir Network for inviting me on your show today. The Hagir Network serves as a platform to empower community voices locally and globally with educational, motivational, and inspirational content. I look forward to discussing issues of mental health, su***de, trauma, and resilience on today's show!

Join Us Live This Wednesday at 1 PM!

Don't miss our show on mental health and su***de with Dr. Jennifer Toof, a Licensed Professional Counselor and trauma therapist.
Have questions? Drop them in the comments or email info@hagirnetwork.com.

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08/29/2024

Self-compassion reminders. ❤️