ISTSS Briefing Paper Podcast: Improving Access to Evidence-Based Treatment for Trauma-Exposed Children and Youth

In this episode, Professor Rachel Hiller, Chair of the ISTSS Public Health & Policy Committee, speaks with Professors Elisa Pfeiffer, Tine Jensen, and Yo Jackson—co-authors of the new ISTSS Briefing Paper on improving access to evidence-based treatments for trauma-exposed children and youth. Together, they unpack common misconceptions in the child trauma field, discuss what research truly shows about treatment effectiveness (including for complex trauma and comorbidities), and highlight the vital roles clinicians, caregivers, and other trusted adults play in supporting recovery. The briefing paper, available free on the ISTSS website, offers clear recommendations for policy and practice aimed at ensuring that all young people can access high-quality, evidence-based care.