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At AITIC, we train professionals to show up with compassion—but we also know that doing so comes at a cost when systems aren't designed...

Let’s rethink that checklist that demands “Describe your trauma in 3 lines or less.” If your law firm or legal agency still asks people...

AKA: You can be effective and compassionate without losing your edge. If we’re being honest, the legal field has built a reputation on...

Step one: Don’t panic. Step two: We got you. You’re mid-intake. Or sitting across from a client in court clothes and exhaustion. And...

Hint: It’s probably not laziness or disrespect. It might be trauma. Or shame. Or life. You sent the emails. You left the voicemails. You...

When someone’s behavior feels too much , out of line , or completely irrational  — pause. Breathe. Ask yourself: 👉 What’s the need...

The reality: There are two stories in every war. There’s the one that gets told — over beer, at barbecues, in shaky pride and scattered...

If you're in personal injury, mass torts, or advocacy work, I already know one thing about you: You're dealing with trauma — whether you...

Hi. I’m Kris Medina — founder of the American Institute for Trauma-Informed Care (AITIC), descendant of Mexican immigrants, lover of...

I spent my childhood summers in Laredo, Texas—where the sun scorched the pavement and caliche. The smell of roasted corn and grilled...

A (Mostly) Lighthearted Look at the Moments That Deserved Better Care Let’s set the tone upfront: We’re not here to trauma dump.But…...

June is Pride Month—a time of celebration, remembrance, and resilience for LGBTQIA+ communities. While rainbow flags and parades signal...

💬 Trauma Tip of the Week: “Let’s start from the beginning” is not the vibe. We get it — you’re trying to be thorough. You want the full...

Let’s be honest — trauma-informed practice is having a bit of a buzzword moment. Everywhere you turn, someone’s updating their mission...