Event
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) - For Families
Description
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) was originally developed by Cornell University for use in residential care. It has since been adapted to help caregivers respond effectively to emotional distress and behavioural challenges at home (TCI-Families™).
The program helps caregivers:
- recognise early signs of escalation
- understand how stress and trauma affect behaviour
- stay calm and connected during emotional crises
- support return to regulation
- strengthen safety and trust
- use crises as an opportunity for growth
Evidence shows that TCI-based programs:
- reduce the frequency and severity of behavioural incidents
- improve emotional regulation and communication
- support more effective de-escalation and fewer reactive responses
- help young people feel safer, more understood, and more in control
TCI-Families™ complements programs like Tuning in to Teens™ by focusing on what to do in the moment, especially during high-stress situations.
We offer the program to individual families (1:1) and in groups of families (on demand).
Presenter
Cindy Evans (Clinical Nurse Specialist)
Bio
Cindy is a Clinical Nurse Specialist with more than 19 years’ experience supporting children, young people and families. In her roles at Perth Children’s Hospital, she is recognised as a subject matter expert in behavioural support and neuroaffirming care, with additional expertise in parenting strategies and adolescent mental health.
Cindy works collaboratively with parents and caregivers to develop practical strategies tailored to their family, helping to reduce conflict, navigate challenging behaviours and strengthen relationships.
She also works directly with young people to build practical skills for managing ADHD and other everyday challenges. Her approach is compassionate and strengths-based, helping young people find realistic strategies that work for them.
Alongside her nursing qualifications, Cindy holds a Graduate Diploma of Teaching and is currently completing a Master of Mental Health Nursing.
