Please join us for this training on The Science of Hope: Helping Children Heal from Trauma Lead by Child Advocates of Montgomery County Staff.   We’ll talk about why Hope is important. […]

Could you use a refresher on what Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are? Or better understand the impact of Toxic Stress on the brain and body? And walk away with TBRI® strategies to engage with families and youth who have experienced ACEs?   Join us for this in-person training. SIGN UP HERE

Your well-being is essential to your advocacy. This webinar, hosted by Texas CASA, is a space for CASA volunteers and child advocates to reflect, recharge, and reconnect with their purpose. The work is meaningful—but it can also be emotionally demanding. Let’s talk about how to sustain your energy and mental health while showing up fully […]

This series is for any advocate who would like to learn more about: Why we use TBRI®, What the TBRI® principles are, and How we use TBRI® strategies. Who would benefit from these sessions? Seasoned Advocates, newly sworn in Advocates, and all advocates in between. All are welcome to attend and broaden your understanding and use of TBRI®!   Use […]

CasaManager is our new documentation tool! Would you benefit from an opportunity to bring in your technology and walk through the new documentation screens together in person?  We’re offering several come & go sessions to meet your needs and busy schedules. AND YES, you’ll earn continuing education hours for attending!   Please see the days and times […]

This series is for any advocate who would like to learn more about: Why we use TBRI®, What the TBRI® principles are, and How we use TBRI® strategies. Who would benefit from these sessions? Seasoned Advocates, newly sworn in Advocates, and all advocates in between. All are welcome to attend and broaden your understanding and use of TBRI®!   Session […]

Please join us for our 2026 Spring Super Saturday Training Day!   We are excited to host this fun & informative training day for our CAMC Advocates! The day offers opportunities to attend a variety of sessions with several new topics added. Classes are one hour long with morning and afternoon options. You'll learn from our […]

Would you benefit from looking deeper into Collaborative Family Engagement (CFE) and talking about how to apply the strategies to your current (or upcoming) case? This class is for you!   First step is to sign up to join the discussion, which is in-person. Then complete the online ‘Collaborative Family Engagement – February 2025’ module on CASA College […]

This series is for any advocate who would like to learn more about: Why we use TBRI®, What the TBRI® principles are, and How we use TBRI® strategies. Who would benefit from these sessions? Seasoned Advocates, newly sworn in Advocates, and all advocates in between. All are welcome to attend and broaden your understanding and use of TBRI®!   Use […]

Join the Texas CASA CFE team for this virtual training: CFE 101 is a virtual training for those implementing Collaborative Family Engagement (CFE). This three-hour session covers the fundamentals of CFE and includes hands-on practice with core tools and skills. CASA, CPS, and Community-Based Care staff are all encouraged to attend. The training will be […]

The April gathering is rescheduled from 4/30 to 5/14. The Child Advocates Book Club meets approximately every other month to discuss a book related to advocacy work. Volunteers earn training hours for reading the book and participating in the group discussion. For questions, contact Training & TBRI® Community Education Specialist Julie Brown at Julie@ChildAdvocatesTexas.org. You can […]

This series is for any advocate who would like to learn more about: Why we use TBRI®, What the TBRI® principles are, and How we use TBRI® strategies. Who would benefit from these sessions? Seasoned Advocates, newly sworn in Advocates, and all advocates in between. All are welcome to attend and broaden your understanding and use of TBRI®!   Session […]

CasaManager is our new documentation tool! Would you benefit from an opportunity to bring in your technology and walk through the new documentation screens together in person?  We’re offering several come & go sessions to meet your needs and busy schedules. AND YES, you’ll earn continuing education hours for attending!   Please see the days and times […]

This series is for any advocate who would like to learn more about: Why we use TBRI®, What the TBRI® principles are, and How we use TBRI® strategies. Who would benefit from these sessions? Seasoned Advocates, newly sworn in Advocates, and all advocates in between. All are welcome to attend and broaden your understanding and use of TBRI®!   Use […]

Join the Training & TBRI® Community Education Team for TBRI® Nurture Group training.   Nurture Groups are designed to promote connection and build trust. We engage as a group using a structured framework that includes key elements and FUN.   Learn more and sign up to attend!

Would you benefit from looking deeper into Collaborative Family Engagement (CFE) and talking about how to apply the strategies to your current (or upcoming) case? This class is for you!   First step is to sign up to join the discussion, which is in-person. Then complete the online ‘Collaborative Family Engagement – February 2025’ module on CASA College […]

This series is for any advocate who would like to learn more about: Why we use TBRI®, What the TBRI® principles are, and How we use TBRI® strategies. Who would benefit from these sessions? Seasoned Advocates, newly sworn in Advocates, and all advocates in between. All are welcome to attend and broaden your understanding and use of TBRI®!   Use […]

Join Katie Wamhoff, Advocacy Specialist, for this informative training! This training is virtual and for individuals who are interested in learning about Autism Spectrum Disorders, including: diagnostic criteria, common therapies, basic considerations for educating students on the Autism spectrum, and ways to increase positive, productive interactions for the advocate and the youth. Register HERE to attend virtually.

Join the TX CASA CFE team for a CFE Community Call. A learning and networking opportunity for those involved in CFE to come together and share ideas, strategies, and learnings - strengthening our statewide CFE community. See the CFE page for the 4/16 call details.   Upcoming calls are scheduled for: 9/18/25 - Family Meeting […]

Does self-care have an important spot on your daily or weekly calendar? Or are you like most of us, and it winds up at the bottom of your to-do list, and often gets pushed aside altogether? We’d like to help change this! We’re launching a new Self-Care Series, and we’d love to see you join us! We’ll delve into […]

Join us for this ALL NEW in person training that's grounded in scientific research and examines the profound impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on development and lifelong health. Led by Francine Standfield, Certified ACEs Trainer and Director of Training & TBRI® Community Education Team. This training will equip you with knowledge and strategies to address ACEs […]

Join this Texas CASA Webinar Series: Rooted Sometimes, it’s not what’s said—but what’s missing—that matters most. This webinar is designed to help CASA volunteers and child advocates sharpen their instincts and investigative skills when something in a case doesn’t sit right. Learn how to follow your curiosity with care, clarity, and confidence. In this session, […]

CFE Webinar - CFE and TBRI® Hosted by Texas CASA Jul 16, 2026 02:00 PM Description Join us for a 90-minute interactive webinar designed to introduce Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) and explore how it can be incorporated into your Collaborative Family Engagement (CFE) work. Participants will gain practical strategies to strengthen relationships with children and […]

This series is for any advocate who would like to learn more about: Why we use TBRI®, What the TBRI® principles are, and How we use TBRI® strategies. Who would benefit from these sessions? Seasoned Advocates, newly sworn in Advocates, and ALL advocates in between. All are welcome to attend and broaden your understanding and use of TBRI®!   Use […]

The Child Advocates Book Club meets approximately every other month to discuss a book related to advocacy work. Volunteers earn training hours for reading the book and participating in the group discussion. For questions, contact Training & TBRI® Community Education Specialist Julie Brown at Julie@ChildAdvocatesTexas.org. You can join the book club at any time, and […]

This virtual gathering is to review our program's new Court Report Template that was introduced May 2, 2026. We will walk through each field of the court report template and talk about real-time examples. The session focuses on building confidence in providing the appropriate level of information, reviewing timeline expectations, and learning how to collaborate effectively with your Advocacy Specialist throughout the review process. […]

This webinar is hosted by ADDitudes, titled: ADHD Time Blindness and Prioritization Help for Middle and High School Students In this webinar, clinical psychologist Suzanne Allen, Psy.D., will help parents, teachers, coaches, and other caring adults better understand the behaviors in their tweens and teens that are rooted in time blindness. By building understanding and […]

This series is for any advocate who would like to learn more about: Why we use TBRI®, What the TBRI® principles are, and How we use TBRI® strategies. Who would benefit from these sessions? Seasoned Advocates, newly sworn in Advocates, and all advocates in between. All are welcome to attend and broaden your understanding and use of TBRI®!   Use […]

Join Francine Stanfield, Lead Training & TBRI® Community Education Specialist and TBRI® Practitioner, for “TBRI® Lunch & Learn” virtual sessions. Our Lunch & Learns are for Child Advocates volunteers and staff and are intended to be a deeper dive into specific TBRI® practices. We include time for Q&A over the current topic, or any other TBRI® related topics. […]

Join the Training & TBRI® Community Education Team for Dyslexia 101: Understanding and Supporting Youth with Dyslexia. This training is for Advocates and Staff who are interested in learning more about Dyslexia. We'll talk about: Recognizing some of the signs Understanding how we learn to read And encouraging ways to support the youth and their families   Sign […]

Does self-care have an important spot on your daily or weekly calendar? Or are you like most of us, and it winds up at the bottom of your to-do list, and often gets pushed aside altogether? We’d like to help change this! We’re launching a new Self-Care Series, and we’d love to see you join us! We’ll delve into […]

This webinar is presented by Foster Care Training Today: Preparing Children in Care to Thrive at School In this class, you will learn how to: Prepare children emotionally and academically for school Create effective homework routines Advocate for school stability   See this link for more details and to sign up to attend